Obituaries: Irene Marion Van Dyke (March 9, 1921 – April 14, 2011)

Irene Marion Van Dyke passed away Thursday, April 14, at home with her loving family at her side.  Irene celebrated her 90th birthday on March 9.

She was born in Tillamook, Ore., to Alex and Marion Salway.  She married Ernest Van Dyke on September 10, 1947.  He preceded her in death on August 25, 1982.

Survivors include her six children, their spouses and children:  Mary and Jim Daly, daughters Rebecca and Elizabeth, Stephen Van Dyke and son Samuel, Julie and John Rollin, daughters Melonie, Wendy, Monica, Bonnie and son John, Edward and Beverly Van Dyke, daughter Sarah and son Jeffrey, Greta Kirsch, sons Jeremiah and Joseph, daughter Lynsey and Kurt and Christina Van Dyke, son Kyle and daughter Marissa.  Ten great-grandchildren complete the circle.

Irene was a long-time member of the Crescent City Catholic community and spent the last three years in Swisshome, Ore. with her daughter Julie and her husband John Rollin, who lovingly cared for her until her death.   

She was much loved and will be missed by all who knew her giving and fun-loving nature.  Irene was a fine example of a committed, loving, Christian mother.

In lieu of flowers, send contributions to St. Joseph's Catholic School, 430 3rd Street, Crescent City, 95531.

Rosary and Mass of Christian Burial services will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Wednesday, April 27 at 10 a.m. with  interment to follow at the Del Norte County Veterans Cemetery.

Family and friends are invited for fellowship following services at St. Joseph Parish Hall.

Arrangements are under the direction of Wier's Mortuary Chapel of Crescent City.

— Submitted by Wier’s Mortuary Chapel