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Hugh W. Galema Jr.

August 23, 1932 - November 12, 2020

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Visitation
Heartland Community Church
3900 E. 300 N.
Lafayette, IN 47905
Sunday 11/15, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Service
Heartland Community Church
3900 E. 300 N.
Lafayette, IN 47905
Monday 11/16, 10:00 am

Hugh  W. Galema, Jr., 88, of Lafayette, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 9:30pm.

He was born August 23, 1932, in Lafayette to the late Hugh, Sr. and Alice (Brinkman) Galema. He was a 1950 graduate of Lafayette Jefferson High School and served in the United States Army from 1952 – 1954.  He married Agnes Strawsma in Lafayette on May 30, 1953 and she survives. Hugh and his wife Agnes are owners of Galema & Strawsma Construction Company, founded in 1964, building over 300 custom homes in the Lafayette area.

He was a member of Heartland Community Church, formerly First Reformed Church, where he served as Choir Director, Deacon, and Elder.  He also taught adult Sunday School for over 30 years and actively distributed Bibles as a member of Gideon’s International.  Hugh sang baritone for the Wooden Shoe Four, a gospel quartet for more than 30 years.  Hugh also volunteered with Habitat for Humanity on several projects.  He enjoyed  wood working, fishing, camping, attending sporting events, gospel concerts and spending time with family.  One of his goals in life was to make people laugh with his quick wit.  Those who knew him would say he was successful in achieving this goal.

Along with his wife Agnes, he is survived by 3 children, Daniel (Carolyn) Galema, Sharon (Doug) Howe, and  Jerry  (Deana) Galema, all of Lafayette; 8 grandchildren – Melissa (Matt) Rust, Adam Galema, John (Deidra) Howe, Katie Howe, Courtney (Justin) Bennett, Hailey Howe, Tyler Galema and Bailey Galema; and  8 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister and brother-in–law Beverly and Raymond Linville.

Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00pm, Sunday, November 15, 2020  at Heartland Community Church, 3900 East 300 North, Lafayette, IN, 47905.

Funeral Service will be at 10:00am, Monday, November 16, 2020 at Heartland Community Church with Rev. Brandon Smith officiating.

Interment will follow at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens, 1718 W 350 N, West Lafayette, IN 47906.

Memorial contributions in Hugh’s name may be given to the Heartland Community Church, 3900 E 300 N, Lafayette, IN 47905, or Gideons International. Due to the Covid-19 MASKS are required in church. Due to the Covid-19 MASKS are required at church.

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Heartland Community Church
3900 E. 300 N.
Lafayette, IN 47905
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Sunday 11/15, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Heartland Community Church
3900 E. 300 N.
Lafayette, IN 47905
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Monday 11/16, 10:00 am

Hugh  W. Galema, Jr., 88, of Lafayette, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at 9:30pm. He was born August 23, 1932, in Lafayette to the late Hugh, Sr. and Alice (Brinkman) Galema. He was a 1950 graduate of Lafayette Jefferson High School and served in the UnitedContinue Reading

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Malcolm Springs left a message on November 16, 2020:
Hugh was a great man and a great builder! He was also a great neighbor for 20 years! He will be missed. My condolences to Agnes and his entire family!
Rick Mitchell left a message on November 15, 2020:
We are so sorry for your loss....prayers for you all .. condolences
Gary & Roberta Julian left a message on November 15, 2020:
Dear Dan, Carolyn & Family, May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy.
Mike and Jane Wilson left a message on November 14, 2020:
Hugh and Agnes were friends and neighbors for 15 years. Built our house that we dearly loved and was always there with a funny comment. I enjoyed watching Hugh wash his work truck every Saturday afternoon. We still have and use the flower stand he made for Jane. He will be missed around Greater Lafayette.
Jim Barton left a message on November 14, 2020:
So sorry for your loss. "Uncle Huge" is what I called him, and I was "Dr. Jim", the concrete doctor to him and the crew. He is absolutely one my my "top 10", and we go back a long way. I miss him already.
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Mike Stapleton left a message on November 14, 2020:
So sorry to the Galema family for your loss. He is truly one of the nicest and most honorable men I have ever known. A talented craftsman, impeccable integrity, honest and fair in business, loving husband and father, and a quick wit—Hugh was a special person. He left a wonderful legacy with his family and the homes he built. He will be missed.
Mike Stapleton left a message on November 14, 2020:
So sorry to the Galema family for your loss. He is truly one of the nicest and most honorable men I have ever known. A talented craftsman, impeccable integrity, honest and fair in business, loving husband and father, and a quick wit—Hugh was a special person. He left a wonderful legacy with his family and the homes he built. He will be missed.
Leona Martin left a message on November 14, 2020:
Agnes & family, I am so sorry for your great loss. Hugh has been a great inspiration for me during the short time that I have had the privilege of knowing him. I have thoroughly enjoyed his friendship as well as you Agnes & your family I have been privileged to know. May God be with you all during this difficult time, Prayers for peace for all.
Soller-Baker Funeral Homes, Inc. left a message:
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