Walter H Hygema Sr.
October 25, 1937 - January 28, 2021
Walter H. Hygema, Sr., 83, of Callahan, FL passed away January 28, 2021 following a short illness. Mr. Hygema was born on October 25, 1937 in Beards Fork, WV, to parents, Ralph and Carolyn (McKinney) Hygema. He was a devoted and beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was the owner of Sherwood Hardware and had served his country proudly in the United States Navy. He is survived by his loving wife, Judith (Sarrells) Hygema; daughter, Wendy Barnard (J.R.); sons, Walt Hygema (Wendy) and Wesley Hygema (Carrie); sister, Betty Lou White; brothers, Guy Hygema, Paul Hygema, Johnny Hygema and Curtis Hygema (Alice); eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at Dinsmore Baptist Church, 10500 Old Kings Rd., Jacksonville, FL, 32219 with Dr. Winson Butler officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 10:00 a.m. Interment with military honors will be held at 1:00 p.m. following the church service at Jacksonville National Cemetery on Lannie Rd. Service under the direction of Corey-Kerlin Funeral Home, 1426 Rowe Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32208 (904)768-2596.
Walter H. Hygema, Sr., 83, of Callahan, FL passed away January 28, 2021 following a short illness. Mr. Hygema was born on October 25, 1937 in Beards Fork, WV, to parents, Ralph and Carolyn (McKinney) Hygema. He was a devoted and beloved husband,... View Obituary & Service Information