MEMORIALS

Christopher Bobson ‘23 passed away on Tuesday morning, January 10, 2023, in a tragic motorcycle accident on his way to school. A Westminster student since third grade, Christopher was known by all for his kind and gentle spirit, and his love for Jesus. His closest friends also knew Chris as an adventurer who was eager to explore and learn. He had recently fulfilled his dream of earning his pilot’s license and being accepted to Embry-Riddle. He is survived by his parents Rob and Cindy Bobson ’86, and sister Katrina ’21.

William “Lonnie” Baker ‘76 passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2022 in Sanford, FL. Lonnie was a devoted, son, grandson, brother, father, uncle, great uncle and friend. He loved his football from Pop Warner at K-Land in Miami, to high school football at Westminster Christian. His greatest accomplishment was becoming a father in 1996 to Ryan Chase Baker.

George Williams ‘16 went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 31, 2022 due to a tragic accident. A Warrior through and through, George is survived by his parents Todd ’79 and Amy Williams ’80, sister Lanier ’18, and uncle Lance Williams ’74.

Surrounded by love, Vicky Hoppe ‘15, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2022 after a courageous three-year battle with a rare and aggressive cancer. She is survived by her family, including Megan Hoppe ‘08, and so many who loved her.

Corey Hart ‘79 passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2022. Corey, 61, endured a hard fought 11-month battle with brain cancer and spent his last week surrounded by family and friends resting peacefully. Corey was a baseball pitcher and starting quarterback at Westminster, where he was very proud to have attended. He is survived by his wife Cheryl who he was married to for 24 years and three children Dawson, Lauren, and Hudson.

Charles “Chuck” Messinger, Westminster’s longtime maintenance supervisor, passed away peacefully at his home on October 28, 2022. He was 90 years old. Chuck found a second home at Westminster during his 40-year tenure, and he made lasting friendships with fellow staff and students. He was proudly anointed “King Chuck ” by the school as he gradually entered his retirement years. James “Jim” DeRuiter passed away peacefully on July 17, 2022 at the age of 90. He is survived by his wife, Ethel, and children Kari, Ruth, Mary and James. He alongside his fatherin-law, Jules Vroon, was instrumental in the foundation of Westminster Christian School and served on the school board and held leadership positions for a number of years.