Arnoldus is named after his grandfather, another Arnoldus Springvloed (1881-1957), who had married Grieta Koote (1882-1960). Arnoldus' great-grandparents are Adriaantje Vroegindeweij (1859-1922) and Aren Springvloed (1856-1945). Aren Springvloed is an elder brother of George Springvloed (1867-1950). They are both children of an even earlier Arnoldus Springvloed (1822-1904). The surname Springvloed can be translated as “spring tide".
Arnoldus Springvloed first worked in the Dutch Merchant Marines. Subsequently, he worked as a steward for the Holland America Line (H.A.L.). This employment contract started on 21 July 1948 in Rotterdam. After crossing the ocean, Arnoldus did not show up for the return trip, but remained in the United States. The H.A.L. called it “desertion”. An official booklet, containing important information concerning Arnoldus’ work experience and completed education and training, was officially withheld for a year, so he would not be able to gain employment on a ship during that time.
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Arnoldus worked for 40 years as an Operating Engineer and was a proud member of the International Union of Operating Engineers. In April 1966 he was certified as a private pilot with the Ocean County Aviation Flight School. He was also a member of the German American Club of Cape Coral, Florida. Besides speaking Dutch and English, he could also make himself understood in German, French and Italian, while he greatly enjoyed dancing and music.
Arndoldus died on 2 April 2010, aged 80, in Matawan, Monmouth County, New Jersey. He was survived by his widow Anna, his brother Aad, his sister Cornelia, his 3 children, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Sources: dayfuneralhome.com, delpher.nl, wiewaswie.nl.
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