Jan Olphert de Jong van Beek en Donk

1806–1886 (age 80)

Biography

Jan Olphert de Jong van Beek en Donk (1806-1886) served as a politician devoted to thoughtful governance, bridging differences with a calm authority that encouraged reasoned discussion. He believed public service demanded both moral courage and a readiness to listen, and he worked to ensure that laws reflected the common good.

His steadfast presence in public life is remembered with respect at De Oude Toren Cemetery, where his contributions to civic life remain part of the community's heritage.

Also buried at De Oude Toren Cemetery

Cecile Nahuys
1826–1905 (age 79)
De Oude Toren Cemetery
Cecile Nahuys captured the elegance of Dutch life through her etchings.
Johan Jan François de Jong van Beek en Donk
1834–1890 (age 56)
De Oude Toren Cemetery
Johan Jan François de Jong van Beek en Donk was a Dutch jurist of the nineteenth century.
Jan Olphert de Jong van Beek en Donk
1934–2004 (age 70)
De Oude Toren Cemetery
Jan Olphert de Jong van Beek en Donk embodied steady leadership and commitment to his comrades.
Christianus Johannes de Jong van Beek en Donk
1801–1827 (age 26)
De Oude Toren Cemetery
Christianus Johannes de Jong van Beek en Donk devoted his brief political career to thoughtful civic engagement.