Dean Boonstra

Holland

Birthday: March 4

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Dean Boonstra commented on Steve Sann's blog post Way Corps Alumni Letter - New Years 2020

"Thank you for sending this letter out. I'm grateful for the encouragement and the reminder that we are powerful in our influence and capable of changing the world around us.
Until now, I didn't know that this site was still alive. I'm happy for that."

Dean Boonstra replied to Steve Sann's discussion New Ownership and Management of The Way Corps Site

"Thank you. This site is a blessing. It has put us in touch with so many people we never wanted to lose."

Dean Boonstra replied to John Richeson's discussion Closing The Way Corps Site

"John,
This site satisfied a great need. After the implosion, I had no way to discover where people were, where their hearts are, and the places they have gone. It was a great joy when you opened this venue. I’ve found so many people I care a lot…"

Dean Boonstra left a comment for Mike and Lisa Tracy

"Hi Mike. I'm not hard to find. My email address is deanrobt@gmail.com. It's good to hear from you!"

Dean Boonstra commented on John Richeson's video

"Still awesome. Thank you!"

Dean Boonstra replied to Steve Morrison's discussion Does anybody know where ________________ is?

"Jeff, you may find Peggy by getting in touch with Michael Cortright (ekklesia@cortright.org). The Cortright and Olsen families are both from Allegan and were quite tight."

Dean Boonstra commented on Dolores (Coffman) Diedrich's blog post Our Wedding Day

"Emil, I've been searching for the pamphlet too. Please send a copy to deanrobt@gmail.com.
Thanks a bunch!"

Dean Boonstra left a comment for John Richeson

"Thanks. What an impressive collection of emoticons!"

Dean Boonstra left a comment for Mike and Lisa Tracy

"Thank you for the birthday love. My daughters made dinner tonight - family time is the sweetest thing."

Dean Boonstra left a comment for Donna Hobbs Schleicher

"Donna Hobbs! Thanks for the birthday love."

Dean Boonstra left a comment for David Bailey

"I'm 62 years old. Partying hard is for kids, silly."

Dean Boonstra left a comment for Sarah Wilkinson

"Thank you Sarah"

Dean Boonstra left a comment for barbie howe buckingham

"Enjoy your birthday, Barbie! Love you forever."

John Richeson replied to Dean Boonstra's discussion Rome City auction

"I think Joe Purpura also started a post about the Rome City Auction. You can find his discussion a few posts down for this one. He references this link:
http://www.allbusiness.com/society-social-assistance-lifestyle/reli...

It is 197 acres. The Way…"

Dean Boonstra posted photos

Dean Boonstra replied to Steve Morrison's discussion Does anybody know where ________________ is?

"I found her!"

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Location

Holland

Birthday:

March 4

Way Corp group(s) I was in

Seventh

Where I live

Holland, Michigan

Married or Single

Married

About Me

We moved from the Twin Cities in Minnesota to Michigan in 1997. I loved Minnesota, but it was easier for me to start a business in Michigan because my family is here. I married Becky Breaux, an authentic Cajun, and we've produced two daughters and a son. My second daughter presented us with a grandchild who is the newest light in my life. I was standing at the receiving end and caught the baby at her birth.

My Interests

My pastimes are cooking and tinkering with the landscape. Auto repair, plumbing, electrical wiring, and small appliance repair are my other "hobbies" because I can't get anyone else to do them.

Employment or Career

I own a shop that fabricates countertops and custom commercial cabinets. We work in granite, quartz, solid surface, and wood. It's grown a lot, but the rotten economy is putting a squeeze on us now. Before this endeavor, Pitney Bowes employed me as a national account executive. It was a great job, but it wasn't mine.

Music I Like

Eddie Robinson, the Kinks, John Prine, BeauSoleil, Norah Jones, Paul Brubeck, Bela Fleck, Bluegrass, Western Swing, and Hannah Montana

Books I Like

The best novel I've read recently is Richard /Ford's "The Lay of the Land". He has a stunning vocabulary and a phenominal ability to state things in ways I've never imagined. If you love well-crafted writing, this is the book.

Television I like

TCM, and off-beat shows that seldom make it to a second season. I usually watch movies on the upper channels where the commercials can't fly.

Movies I like

"What's Up, Doc?" has made me laugh for over 30 years. I took a WOW sister to see the movie and found out what "rolling in the aisles" means: I laughed so hard that I slid out of my seat and down to the floor.

Sports Teams I like

If they are selling beer in the aisles, I like all sports teams. If not, give me synchronized swimming.

My Email Address:

dean@hyvaco.com

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David Bailey March 4, 2010 at 3:47pm

Hope you are still celebrating! Happy Birthday Dean
Mike and Lisa Tracy March 4, 2010 at 8:05am

Dean - Happy Bisrthday!!!!!
Donna Hobbs Schleicher March 4, 2010 at 3:47am

Happy Birthday Dean! I hope you have the best birthday yet!
Sarah Wilkinson March 4, 2010 at 12:09am

Hi Dean,
Have a very happy birthday!
John Richeson March 3, 2010 at 7:35pm

Happy birthday Dean. I hope its a great one for you.
Sharan (Bryan) Fishburn October 16, 2009 at 5:19pm

Hi Dean! Wow, it's been a long time since those fun-filled days in Hutchinson. Nice to see you and your family~ Great pictures!
PattyAnn Olds August 5, 2009 at 5:14am

Well, ooops... I took the pictures with his camera.
PattyAnn Olds August 5, 2009 at 5:08am

Hi Dean, I was looking at the Rome City staff, and found Galen Hollerbeek's, (former submarine cook) name. I worked in the kitchen part of winter '77-'78, and remember Galen as being a great guy and fun to be around. I have been trying to remember his name to let Marvin Runge know who took the Rome City photo's I have posted. Look at that, just sittin' back and you're still a great help. Blessings to you.
Alison Freeland July 26, 2009 at 5:35am

Hey Dean, Thanks for the birthday greeting. How old are we now? The photo below is stunning. Good thing we all didn't know we looked like that. Take care and all best, Alison
Fredrick C Vogt July 23, 2009 at 8:53am

Hey Dean...been thinking about you lately and wondered how you're doing. Any plans for being in DC in the near future?