Alvin Van Bemmel

Doon, Iowa: On February 5, 2014 at the age of 72 years, Alvin Van Bemmel of Doon, Iowa was taken to his heavenly home, where he sits at the feet of Jesus and SEES the glory of the Savior's face, far removed from the sufferings of his earthly pilgrimage. A funeral service will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 10, 2014 at the Doon United Reformed Church with Rev. Simon Lievart officiating. Burial will be prior to the service at 10:00 a.m. at the Hillside Cemetery in Doon. Visitation with the family will be 3:30-5:30, Sunday, February 9, 2014 at Porter Funeral Home in Rock Valley, Iowa. Please direct memorials to the Doon Christian School and condolences for the family may be left online at www.porterfuneralhomes.com.

Alvin was born on May 7, 1941 to Albert and Gertie (Van Tol) Van Bemmel. He attended the Doon Christian School through the eighth grade. From 1961 to 1963, Alvin proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy. He married Wilma Post on January 5, 1965 and together they farmed near Doon, Iowa. Later they bought the Corner Caf' in Doon. Alvin faithfully served as a board member of the Doon Christian School as he strongly believed in a Christian Education. He also served as a deacon in the Doon Christian Reformed Church.

Alvin is survived by his beloved wife, Wilma, of 49 years; children and grandchildren, who will all miss him greatly: Scott (Marsha) Van Bemmel of Doon, and Christine, Grant, Ross and Jesse; Mark (Dana) Van Bemmel of Columbia, MD, and Sam and Eli; Travis (Ronda) Van Bemmel of Hudsonville, MI and Mason, Calvin, Emma, Natalie, Tessa, and Mallory; and Lance Van Bemmel of Doon; brothers, Leonard Van Bemmel and Marion (Carol) Van Bemmel; sisters, Marie (Jack) Van Dam and Gert Van Den Top; brothers and sisters-in-law, Mary Ann Van Bemmel, Ken (Tracy) Post, Willard (Janet) Post, and Marv (Joan) Post; and father-in-law, Simon Post.

Alvin was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Hank and Henry Paul; brother-in-law, John Van Den Top; sister-in-law, Ruth Van Bemmel; and mother-in-law, Gert Post.