With her earthly journey now complete and her family at her side, mom was taken into the arms of the lord on June 21/2018. Life now begins for our loving mom and she will now celebrate eternal life with her husband Bill, her son Henry, and her daughter Joanne. Mom leaves to celebrate her life, her daughter Gerty, her sons Walter (Dana) and Carl; her daughter in law Donna, her son in law Appie (Sharon), 11 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren as well as her brother Hank (Gre) and many nieces and nephews in Holland and Canada.
Mom was born in Holland and immigrated to Winnipeg in 1953 with her husband Bill and son Henry. Moms greatest accomplishment was being a loving wife and mother. Even though she struggled with her own illnesses and losses throughout the years, her faith remained constant. We were blessed to have a mom with such courage and strength. She carried us even then and we carry her now with peace, joy and love. In her spare time mom enjoyed biking, crocheting and doing jigsaw and word puzzles.
Mom spent these last years in the care of Donwood Manor PCH and the family would like to thank the staff for all the love and kindness they showed her throughout her stay. Thank you to the staff for taking the time to share with us many of your fondest memories and funny stories and your hugs and words of comfort.
Thank you to all of our friends and family for reaching out to us at this time, we are truly blessed.
A private family committal service will be held on June 27, 2018 at Green Acres.
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