We lost our beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather Willem (Wim) Singer on January 4, 2019. Wim left this world with the same dignity, grace, and love for others that he displayed throughout his life. He is mourned by his devoted wife, Theresa Cheng, the love of his life; his children Patricia, Arianne and husband Frank Salazar, Tom and wife Pamela, Tim and wife Tami, and Dennis Cheng and wife Abby. Wim was a loving Opa to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought him great joy: David Sargent and wife Renee and new son Dylan Sargent, born Christmas day; Jocelyn Singer-Sargent and fiancé Geoff Pomeroy; Gwen Mesco and husband Afsheen Family and sons Miles and Malcolm Messily; Roxanna Mesco and Devon Gosline and daughter Zoey; Katrijn Eaves and husband Elliot and daughter Agatha; Jackie Salazar; Thomas and Lucia Singer; Stella, Ruby and Ian Singer; and Gabriel and Gus Cheng.
Willem Cornelis Singer was born on May 10, 1930 in Andijk, the Netherlands, to Gerrit Leendert Singer and Jetske van der Meulen. He brought his growing family to the States in December 1957, but always left part of his heart in his childhood home. After his divorce, Wim fell in love with Theresa, seeing her loving way with her young son, Dennis, at their workplace cafeteria in 1974, and they married in 1981. They shared much laughter, love, coffee, Dutch cookies, car trips, sailing and overseas adventures in their 37 years together. Wim loved his family, books, sailboats, driving and home projects. He loved all animals and delighted in feeding and watching the hummingbirds at his windows. When he was not off on adventures with Theresa, he greatly enjoyed his weekly breakfast meetings and games of bridge with his friends. Wim never lost the sparkle in his eyes or his enthusiasm and curiosity for life. Even during his last days at the hospital, he was still planning his next trip, to drive to New Mexico to attend the wedding of his granddaughter. He will be deeply missed. We will always hold him lovingly in our hearts.
Mr. Singer’s service will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, January 10, 2019 in the chapel at El Camino Memorial, Sorrento Valley, 5600 Carroll Canyon Rd., San Diego. Visitation will precede the service from 10 -11 am.
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