Passed away peacefully at the age of 85, beloved wife, mother, Oma, Grandmother and Aunt went to be with our Lord on Thursday, January 3rd, 2019. Riek is survived by her loving husband, Hank, of 64 years. Her loving children Evert, John (Janet), Hank (Annette), Joanne Vink (John), Freda Prins (John) and Aubrey (Heather). Dear Oma and Grandmother to 12 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Aunt to many nieces and nephews in Brampton, Ontario and Holland. Riek was a quiet God fearing woman who instilled her belief in her family.
Family and friends will be received on Monday, January 7th at Covenant Christian Reformed Church, 278 Parnell Road, St. Catharines from 6 - 8 pm. A Celebration of Riek’s life will be held in the church on Tuesday, January 8th at 11 am. A special thank you to the nurses and staff on the Stroke ward at the Greater Niagara General hospital for their kindness and compassionate care. Arrangements entrusted to the HULSE & ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 75 Church Street, St. Catharines (905-684-6346)Online tributes and condolences may be made at www.hulseandenglish.com