Peter has slipped peacefully into his Saviour’s loving arms to go home’ at the Greater Niagara General Hospital in Niagara Falls, Ontario on Jan. 27, 2021 at the age of 86.
Predeceased by his loving wife Anna (nee Haveman) (July11, 1990) and his second wife Virginia (nee Meyer) (Sept 30, 2019).
Sadly missed by his children; Yvonne (Phil) Allison, Monica (Mike) Smelko, James Poortinga, Jason (Paula) Poortinga, and Paul Poortinga. Also missed by his step-children Mike (Bianca) Clark, Jimmy (Maria) Clark, Randy Clark and the late Chris Clark (March 10, 2006).
Beloved Opa to Michael Smelko, Madison Smelko (Mason), and Ella Poortinga.
Peter will be missed by many nieces, nephews, 6 brothers and sisters and step grandchildren.
Peter was born in Middelstum Groningen, Netherlands to parents; Iekje (nee Renkema) and Pieter Poortinga.
Peter worked as a fork lift mechanic and owned Niagara Lift Truck Services that served the Niagara Region for many years, he also has a passion for gardening and enjoyed nothing more than his outdoor puttering and making sure his neighbours were well taken care of.
Peter’s unfailing faith to the risen Lord was a joy he loved to share with everyone and gave him both peace and purpose. He will be incredibly missed.
Donations to Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.
In keeping with Peter’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
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