USS Indianapolis CA-35
Lost At Sea

Name: John HOOGERWERF Jr.
Rank / Rating: F1-Fireman First Class
Service #: 952 85 48
DOB: 1918
From: Grand Rapids, MI
Parents: Mr. and Mrs. John P. Hoogerwerf, Sr.
Went Aboard: Jun 25, 1945
Age When Ship Went Down: 27
Spouse: Claire Bengelink Hoogerwerf
Children:
Grandchildren:
Bio Submitted By: Admin
Date Posted: Jul 30, 2025

Fireman First Class John Hoogerwerf, Jr. was born in 1918 to parents John P. and Claire (Bengelink) Hoogerwerf, Sr. His parents had ten (10) children. John, Jr. had 5 brothers: Joseph, Harold, Anthony Richmond and Donald. He had 4 sisters: his twin, Dorothy and three additional; Mrs. Florence Carroll, Mrs. Margie Carroll and Mrs. Gertrude Riekse. Prior to joining the U.S. Navy, John was employed by the American Seating Company. He was a member of Bethany Reformed Church.