Henry Vande Hoven, son of Cornelius and Anna Poss Vande Hoven, was born November 19, 1915.
In 1944 he and Doris Walton were married. She was the daughter of Guy and Vada Heinmiller Walton. Both Doris and Henry were born in Birtsell Township, and their farm is on Section 26 in the township.
Their children are: Gary, Joann, Micheal, Pamela, Judy, Randy and Paula.
The family is active in various community affairs. Doris is an active member of the Rebekah Lodge in Carrington.
Source: A History of Foster County 1983 Page 5B