mother, grandmother and great grandmother on April 10, 2018 after
a brief illness.
She was born on December 13, 1942 in Vorwald Germany. As a young
girl she immigrated to Canada with her family and grew up in the
Abbotsford area. In 1961 she married Jacob, and they dairy farmed in east
Chilliwack until his death in 1988. This is where they raised their five
children. After moving to town she spent her later years volunteering in
the church kitchen, meeting friends for coffee, going on a few trips.
Our mom enjoyed visiting with grandchildren and great grandchildren who were all very dear To her.
Altiena is survived by sons; Willie(Michele), Bernie(Yvonne), Charlie(Karen)
and daughters; Sandy Light and Janet(Henry)Slootweg.
16 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.
Siblings; Jenny(Art)Arendse, John(Aletta), Henk(Helen), Audrey(Gerry)Gelderman,
sister in laws; Anita Arends and Dorothy(Gerald)Samplonius.Numerous nieces
and nephews.
She is predeceased by her parents;, husband Jacob, brother Ben, and 3 great
grandchildren.
The family would like to acknowledge and thank the medical staff at Chwk
General Hospital for all the care given to her and a special thanks to the Glenwood
staff for making her stay there comfortable until she was able to return home. Also to
Henderson's Funeral Home for all their assistance during this difficult time.
A family graveside service was held on Tuesday, April 17th followed by a Memorial
Service at the Salvation Army church.
Should you wish, donations to the Salvation Army Church
are appreciated.
Henderson's Funeral Home in care of arrangements. 604-792-1344
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