Cora VanScoyk

January 27, 2015

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Cora Jean Van Scoyk, 92 was born in rural Polk County Iowa on May 3, 1922 to Lester and Myrtle Cline. She peacefully passed away surrounded by family January 27th 2015 in Carlisle at Carlisle Care Center where she had resided for several years.

She is survived by sons Chris Van Scoyk (Gail) Michael Van Scoyk (Keli) and two grandchildren, Brian, and Caitlyn Van Scoyk.

Jean graduated from East High School and Simpson College. She was a teacher for many years and touched many young lives. After teaching, she volunteered for Mercy Hospital Medical Center as a member of the Mercy Guild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband John “Frank” Van Scoyk, a brother Jay Cline, and son Brian Van Scoyk.

Jean was well loved by everyone and was noted for her cheerful and positive demeanor. She enjoyed traveling, gardening, and doting over her grandchildren.

Visitation will be Saturday at 1:00 pm prior to services following at 2:00 pm at Hamilton Funeral Home in Altoona IA. Burial to follow at Altoona Cemetery.

Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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