Opa

Dr. Arie Dirk Verhagen

December 17, 1919 - August 29, 2010

Preeminently a follower of Christ, lover of the Word, simple Truth and it's ability to transform lives - a reality clearly proclaimed through Opa's 91 years.

Secondly a Husband to Wilhelmina for 61 years, the love of his life.

Thirdly a Father to Paul, Corine and Mark; Opa to 11 and Great Opa to Aida.

And in no particular order....

Dutchman

Avid outdoorsman

Pediatric surgeon

Cancer survivor

Gardener

Immigrant

Soldier

And many, many more things...

Opa's Favorite Psalm:

Psalm 23

The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.

He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul.

He guides me in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake.

Even though I walk
through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.

You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.

Surely goodness and love will follow me
all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD
forever.

I miss you, Opa. Thank you for your excellent example and Godly heritage. I am thankful that you are HOME, rejoicing in the presence of your Savior for all of eternity! Thank you for the essential role you played in allowing me to say....I'll see you one day soon! Goodnight till then.