Schoonveld Family

Aunt Anita

Dear Family,Hello from Michigan.  It’s been 8 months since Auke passed away.  My life has changed as I’m sure you all know.  Auke called Tante Ynskje often and would hear the family news and tell you about our news.  My…

Family reunion Groningen

Dear family, On Friday afternoon, October 10, 2025, it is finally time for something we have been waiting for far too long: a family reunion in Groningen! It promises to be an afternoon full of warmth, joy and special memories.…

Freedom

Cousin Auke Plas, a lifelong resident of Groningen, recently moved from his apartment in Helpman to a colorful monumental house in Warffum, built in 1930. Seeking more freedom and space, he appreciates the tranquility of the Hogeland, fondly recalling its beauty from his working days while enjoying the friendly community.

Prepper

What do you need to be prepared for an emergency? Soup? Candles? Toilet paper?In this cheerful parody of Emergency Exit by Het Goede Doel, Jan Peter Smit and colleagues from Driefzand assess the situation. With a big wink to the…

Peace and sun

After retirement, most family members continue to live where they lived during their working lives. But some decided to move afterwards. Sometimes close by and sometimes far away. Why? Piet (from Jo and Fokje) and Julie moved 10 years ago…

Sisters-in-law

A tribute to her sisters in law written by Tante Elly. It was probably read by her for the birthdays of Tante Co and Tante Bouk (Betty)

Thank you

Dear cousins ​​from far and near. It makes me happy that I have had so many cards, phone calls and visits for my 98th birthday and everything around it. Thank you very much from aunt Ynskje