Maude Simmelink

Maude Simmelink, age 99, of Sheboygan, departed this life to be with her Savior on Saturday July 1, 2017 at Terrace Place. She was born on April 1, 1918, to Gerhard and Nellie Dekker. She attended Sheboygan Christian Grade School and graduated from Sheboygan Central High School and Sheboygan Business College. She was office manager at Hensel Transfer and Warehouse until her retirement in 1981. On May 14, 1941, Maude was married to Clayton Simmelink who preceded her in death on December 3, 1995.
Having a strong faith, Maude was an involved and devoted lifetime member of Christ Community Church in Sheboygan. Her passion for service lead her to hold many positions in various organizations, both in the church as well as in the community as an active volunteer. She leaves a legacy of long and joyful service to her Lord, family, friends, and community.
Maude is survived by her four children: Ray (Bonnie) Simmelink of St. Joseph, MI; Mary Vandeberg of Lansing, IL: Les (Irene) Simmelink of Mt. Calvary, WI, and Carol (John) DeYoung of Byron Center, MI. She is further survived by 11 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, two sisters: Cornelia Gabrielse and Jeanette Davies, as well as many nephews, nieces, and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Clayton, her brother, John Dekker, and sister Tannie Dykema, as well as son-in-law (Trayton Vandeberg) and daughter-in law, (Martheen Simmelink).
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at 11:00AM at Christ Community Church, 428 Geele Ave, Sheboygan, with Pastor Pat Hennen officiating. Relatives and friends may visit with the family at the church from 10:00AM until the time of service.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Maude's name for Christ Community Church. Ballhorn Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. To sign the guestbook, please visit www.ballhornchapels.com.