Wijngaards Institute’s tribute to its founder John (Hans) Wijngaard, 1935-2025
John (Hans) Wijngaards, (30 September 1935 – 2 January 2025)
Check link for tribute:
https://mailchi.mp/9e8bf7cb69d8/sad-news?e=3c5cccd6ee

John (Hans) Wijngaards, (30 September 1935 – 2 January 2025)
Check link for tribute:
https://mailchi.mp/9e8bf7cb69d8/sad-news?e=3c5cccd6ee
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