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photograph

Catalog Number
2004.39.92
Description
Black and white photograph showing John Henry Van Lente (1879-1975) holding a canteen, a plate and cup, all military items from his time serving in Company F, 32nd Michigan Infantry.


 
History
John Henry VanLente was born in Laketown, Allegan Co., MI on May 17, 1879 to Hendricus 'Kim' van LENTE (1840–1923) and Janna Steketee
(1844–1920). John passed away in Holland, MI on March 13, 1975.

He served in Company F, 32nd Michigan Infantry during the Spanish-American War.

John married Elizabeth Moomey in Holland, MI on February 8, 1899. They had the following children: Ernest Van Lente 1899–1976;
Edna M. Van Lente 1902–1983; Doris Van Lente Neckers 1914–1996; Maynard H Van Lente 1917–2009; Beth Iris VanLente Fardink 1926–1984.
Gift of
Vande Water, Randall