Condolence: Diane - You have been in my thoughts since I heard the news. When I think of you and Henk, I think of your laughter and obvious affection for each other. I think of your adventures and your travels together. I think of y'all's generosity and hospitality and love. I also think of your sneakiness (example: paying the restaurant bill behind our backs). May you find some peace and comfort in your memories of such a wonderful man. Leslie, Valerie, Tina and Lotti and families: what an amazing example of what made a good dad/step-dad/opa. I am so very sorry. As our Jewish friends say "may his memory be a blessing." Love, Lori, Tom, Madisen, Cole and Austin.

Condolence: Dearest Diane and Family, Together, you laughed and talked and enjoyed the richness of life...I know you miss Henk everyday, as we will. He was a peach and so very kind. Our prayers and many rosaries are being said for Henk. I know he hears them. With all our love and sympathy. John and Donna Tanzi

Condolence: My heartfelt sympathy to Henk's family, friends, and colleagues. Henk and I were colleagues at Cognex for some years and I always enjoyed his friendly humor, his intelligence, and helpfulness. He will be missed. -Don

Condolence: Diane, Our deepest sympathies. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Linda and Tom Vorrasi

Condolence: My condolences to Diane and the schalke family. I really enjoyed getting to know Henk at bose. He was a lovely person and fun to be around. I will always remember the time Alice and I had drinks with Diane and Henk at their lovely wells Maine home . I will miss him. Rest In Peace my friend.

Condolence: I am very sad to hear of Henk's passing. Henk had an amazing gift of making everyone around him feel important by being genuinely interested in each person's life. I am very fortunate to have worked with Henk at Cognex. His calming, jovial demeanor will forever have an impact on my life. He will be missed.

Condolence: Henk was one of the most influential men in my life and I had the great fortune of working with him at two different companies during our careers. Over the years, I greatly appreciated his advice and wisdom and was always impressed by the way he combined excellence in engineering with caring human relationships in his management. I will never forget his wonderful smile and laugh and the warmth that he demonstrated in his connections with others. He was truly unique and we will all miss him greatly. My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Schalke family.

Condolence: We are so very sad. We have lost a dear friend and will always miss him. Henk was an unselfish,joyful and highly intelligent person who we had the privilege of knowing since meeting him and Diane on safari in Kenya almost 25 years ago. We attended their wedding 20 years ago. Henk and Diane were always so generous. We enjoyed comparing world travels with them. They were a source of inspiration in their ability to really experience the cultures of their destinations. We've shared many laughs with them and have been fortunate to have seen them from time-to-time over the years in the SF Bay Area, Massachusetts and Maine. We'll never forget how Henk helped Patti understand and prepare for her total hip surgery last year. Our hearts go out to Diane and wish we could be with her in person but our love and hugs are there in spirit. Henk will live on in our memories.

Condolence: We are deeply saddened at Henk's passing. He was a pleasure to know and I so enjoyed volunteering with him at the Habitat ReStore and also was delighted when he started teaching at South Coast Senior College. He was a delightful person and I will miss talking with him. May he rest in peace. Nancye Tuttle

Condolence: Our deepest sympathy to all of the Schalke family. We knew Henk as a master woodworker, excellent engineer, and traveling companion, but most of all as a dear friend who will be greatly missed. Sue and Dick Snyder

Condolence: I will always remember Henk with a smile on his face. May all the happy memories help ease your sadness. So sorry on your loss. Sending prayers & hugs. ♡

Condolence: Henk was one of the most interesting people I have ever met. He contacted me last year and was curious about Qualcomm ... That is the last time we talked. I still remember when he called me a "heavy hitter" . He had a lot of expressions like that, of course, and used humor so effectively in his life. He will be terribly missed by his wonderful family. Rest in peace, dear friend. Rest in Peace, dear friend

Condolence: Our sincere condolences to Diane and family. I will always remember Henk as a smart, knowledgeable, and friendly guy who would offer his help or advise when needed. It was our honor to have known him. May the memories that you have of Henk get you through the sadness and grief. Rest in Peace Henk!

Condolence: Diane - We are so sorry to hear of your loss.

Condolence: It’s hard to put into words how special a man Henk was. I will always remember Henk with a smile on his face and wise advice to offer. His passing is an immense loss to my family. Henk was the leader of many travels with my parents for more than twenty years. It was with him and Diane that my parents saw the world. He made their lives richer, as he did with anyone he knew, and for him I always be grateful. He will be deeply missed. With sympathy, Michelle Wojcik

Condolence: Diane - our hearts hurt for you. You and your family are in our prayers.

Condolence: The most sincere sympathy is sent to you and your families. Henk sure lived life to the fullest. Your travels together will make wonderful memories....so many places, so many adventures,so much happiness and love. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love and sadness, Sheryle

Condolence: Henk was one of the best brother in law a family could ask for. Always loving, curious and giving. It has been our honor to have been able to travel with and love him. He will be so missed.