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JOHN VAN HAM
1935 - 2008
JOHN PETER VAN HAM, beloved husband of Cobi (Jansen) van Ham, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 1, 2008 at the age of 73 years surrounded by his beloved family.
John was born in Dongen, the Netherlands on July 31, 1935. He was the oldest of ten children. John married the love of his life, Cobi, on August 29, 1967. In 1984, John and Cobi immigrated to Coaldale, Alberta with their two sons.
John is survived by his loving wife Cobi (Jansen) of 41 years; his two children, Joost (Kerry) van Ham and Twan (Doreen) van Ham; his three grandchildren Tyren, Taylor and Tiara; his brothers Kees (Wies) van Ham, Jaak (Addy) van Ham and Dries (Jeanne) van Ham; his sisters, Nell (Mart) Mulders, Jo (Kees) Oomen; Fien van de Burgt; Anny (Tjeu) Segers and Margriet (Willem) Vulto; and many nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his parents, Adrianus and Helena van Ham; brother Piet van Ham; and brother-in-law Lambert van de Burgt.
John was an amazingly talented machinist, able to make anything out of nothing. John loved collecting and restoring Farmall Tractors. They had a beautifully large yard, as he was also very fond of gardening, loving to spend time outside working with the trees and grass. John and Cobi loved having friends and family around, always welcoming them to their home. John was a veteran in the Dutch Army from 1955 to 1957. He was also an active member of the Knights of Columbus, Council #1490, and an active member of the Father Lacombe Assembly 4th Degree. John also a member of the Dutch Canadian Club.
To our family and friends: your prayers and support are truly appreciated during this difficult time and will continue to bring us comfort.
Relatives and friends are invited to a Prayer Service at ST. AMBROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1513 – 23 Avenue, Coaldale, Alberta, on Friday, November 7, 2008 at 7:00 P.M. with Reverend Tomy Manjaly officiating.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. AMBROSE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1513 – 23 Avenue, Coaldale, Alberta, on Saturday, November 8, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. with Reverend Tomy Manjaly Celebrant.
In lieu of flowers and in memory of John, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10th Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2M7.
ANNE VELDMAN
1928 – 2008
“Psalm 71:3 Be my rock of refuge to which I can always go; give the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress.”
ANNE VELDMAN, beloved wife of the late Bruin Veldman, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, October 29, 2008 at the age of 80 years.
Anne was born on April 28, 1928 in Emmen, Holland and immigrated to Canada in 1952. Most of her years were spent in the Crowsnest Pass where Mom and Dad raised their children, before moving to Lethbridge. Her joy in life was her family for whom she showed great love and affection. Our joy is that our Mother is now in heaven where there is no pain or suffering. Anne loved her Lord and Saviour and she will be sadly missed by her children and grandchildren.
Anne was predeceased by her father, Albert Mulder and her mother, Jantje Mulder. Anne is survived by her six children, Rita (Tom) Hamilton; Jane (Andrew) Patterson; Ed (Christey-Ann) Veldman; Karen (Phil) Huizing; Alfred Veldman; and Margaret (Terry) Britton; as well as 15 grandchildren. Anne is also survived by her seven sisters, Gerrie Vandeweide; Zwantje (Henk) Jansen; Hennie Nykamp; Froukje Lyster; Remmie Powels; Ali (Albert) Smit; and Bertha (Niek) Smit.
Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, on Friday, October 31, 2008 from 7:00-8:00 P.M. The family interment will take place at MOUNTAIN VIEW CEMETERY, on Saturday, November 1, 2008 at 12:45 P.M. with Reverend Tuininga officiating.
A Funeral Service will follow at TRINITY REFORMED CHURCH, 1100-40 Avenue North, Lethbridge, at 2:00 P.M. with Candidate Hank Van der Woerd officiating.
In memory of Anne, memorial Donations may be made to REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES, Box 1312, Coaldale, AB, T1M 1N1.
CORRIE VAN WEELE
2008
CORNELIA “CORRIE” VAN WEELE, beloved wife of the late Lou Van Weele of Lethbridge, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Sunday, October 5, 2008 at the age of 86 years.
She is the loving mother of two sons, Casey Van Weele of Calgary and Thys (Bev) Van Weele of Fort Macleod; and two daughters, Willie (Ron) Johnson of Cardston and Lenie (Cliff) Johnson of Kamloops; 9 grandchildren Cameron Van Weele (Jen); Karolee Patchett; Tish Melchior (Dale); Aleksandr Van Weele; Lisa (Blair) Jacober; Barb (Brad) Hawken; Shannon (Wade) Davidson; Heather McQueen; Bonnie McQueen; and 3 step-grandchildren Jennie (Wade) O’Sullivan; Gloria (Peter) Schwindt; and Bonnie (Pat) Maney; 7 step grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 1 great great granddaughter. She is also survived by 2 brothers, Jan and Thys; and 4 sisters, Leu, Rie, Anny and Maatje in Holland.
She was predeceased by her loving husband Lou; brothers Kees and Bram; sisters Mina and Nellie; and son-in-law Gus McQueen.
A special thanks to Mom’s caregivers for the loving care at the Good Samaritan’s Park Meadows and West Highlands Cottages for the past five years.
A Funeral Service will be held at the MARANATHA CHRISTIAN REFORM CHURCH, 260 McGill Boulevard West, Lethbridge, on Friday, October 10, 2008 at 1:00 P.M.
In Memory of Corrie, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, #402, 740 – 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 0N9.
RICHARD VIGH
1952 - 2008
RICHARD ALEXANDER VIGH of Lethbridge, passed away suddenly at home on Thursday, June 26, 2008 at the age of 56 years.
Richard is survived by his wife Mary, children; Dawn, Ricky, Dennis and Judy, grandson Kurtis, brother Alan (Carole), aunts Julie (Jack) and Kate, uncle Bill (Norma) and cousins Debbie and Debra.
Richard was predeceased by his parents Alex and Gladys Vigh and uncle Bill Nagy.
Richard was born on April 26, 1952 to Gladys and Alexander Vigh in Lethbridge where he resided until his passing. A graduate from Catholic Central High School, he then went to work for the CP Rail alongside his father. Shortly afterwards, Richard went to work for the City of Lethbridge where he spent 35 years until his retirement. Richard was also a continuing active member of the Lethbridge Pigeon Racing Club for more than 20 years and was always excited for race day.
He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping gardening, auction sales, watching golf and comedy (Just for Laughs) and playing cards (Romoli) with the “guys” (Andy, John, Ray, Nick, Bill, George, Fred and John). He also had a passion for raising and breeding animals and talked about buying his dream dog, a Weimaraner. He had a clever, quick wit and could argue anyone and win. He could also give you an answer for any question he was ever asked.
A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Thursday, July 3, 2008 at 7:00 P.M.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME on Friday, July 4, 2008 at 10:30 A.M.
Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
Flowers are appreciated or donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
BASTIAAN VISSER
April 23, 1933 - June 12, 2008
MR. BASTIAAN VISSER of Picture Butte, beloved husband of Mrs. Maria Visser for 53 years, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Thursday, June 12, 2008 at the age of 75 years.
Besides his loving wife Maria, Bastiaan is survived by his son Leo Visser of Calgary, children Rebecca and Sam and daughter Gonnie (Chester), children Maria (Jamie deKok) and Tristan. He is also survived by his brother Wico (Ina) Visser in Oud Beijerland, The Netherlands and his sister-in-law and brother-in-law Emmy (Piet) de Groot in Mijnsherenland, The Netherlands.
A special thank you goes out to Dr. Mohammed and Dr. Leishman for their care and Sherryl Zdan, our palliative care nurse.
At Bastiaan’s request, a private Funeral Service was held.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Picture Butte Ambulance Service, Box 670, Picture Butte, Alberta, T0K 1V0.
PETER VERMEER
1927 - 2008
PETER VERMEER went to his Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 5, 2008, after 80 incredibly full and wonderful years.
He was a devoted and loving husband to his best friend and love of his life, Theodora, for 56 years. He will be deeply missed by his brothers Gerrit (Mary) and Ben (Annie), his sons Reny (Ruth) and their children Rachel and Megan and John (Joyce) and their children Aaron and Aamee.
Peter was born in the Netherlands on July 28, 1927. He had an adventurous spirit and experienced life to the fullest. He immigrated to Canada in 1951, settling in Brandon, MB. His soon-to-be wife followed in 1952 and they were married soon after her arrival. He became a Psychiatric Nurse, working in the hospital for the mentally ill in Brandon. Dad was a man of deep faith and conviction and loved a good discussion, but was always gentle to challenge and encourage thought and not cause dissention or hurt feelings. He was a patient and loving mentor to his family. It is difficult to encapsulate Dad in words but to those of us who were fortunate enough to know him, he leaves a deep and lasting understanding that we need to make a difference in the world in which we live.
The family would like to thank the staff of St. Michael’s Palliative Care Centre, Dr. Seim and Dr. Geers for their compassionate care.
A Memorial Service will be held at ST. ANDREWS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 1818 – 5th Avenue South, Lethbridge on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 2:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to your favourite charity.
KATHLEEN VAN HEES
2008
LILLIAN KATHLEEN VAN HEES (nee Thomas) passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at the age of 77 years.
Kathleen leaves behind her husband of 55 years, Ben, son David (Daryl) of Lethbridge and daughter Janet (Marvin) Robinson, granddaughter Cheryl (Peter) Houweling of Yellowknife, sisters Esther (Bert) Feir, Gladys (Don) Dinsmore and Ruth Fischer and brother Warren (Dorothy) Thomas.
She was predeceased by her grandson Gary Robinson, brother Louis Thomas and brother-in-law Sam Fischer.
Cremation.
A private family Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
DOROTHY VOS (Bosch)
2008
DOROTHY VOS of Lethbridge passed away at the Calgary Foothills Hospital on Monday, March 10, 2008 at the age of 84 years.
She is survived by her children; Grace VanderHooft (Laverne Fuller), Sydney (Sherrie) Bosch, Theodore (Valerie) Bosch, Margaret (Brian) Anderson and Anthony Bosch, 12 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Dorothy is also survived by 2 brothers Gordon (Thea) and Jake (Grace) deVries in Canada as well as numerous relatives in the Netherlands.
She was predeceased by her first husband Pieter Bosch and her second husband John Vos.
A Funeral Service will be held at the MARANATHA CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH, 260 McGill Blvd West, Lethbridge on Thursday, March 13, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend John Huizinga officiating.
Interment will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan at 2:00 P.M.
JULES VANDEBEEK
1944 - 2008
“For we walk by Faith, not by sight” II Corinthians 5:7
MR. JULES VANDEBEEK, beloved husband of Mrs. Gerdy Vandebeek, entered into the presence of his Saviour and Lord Jesus Christ on Tuesday, January 15, 2008 at the age of 63 years.
He is survived by his children Dave (Stephanie) Vandebeek of Nobleford, Rhonda Vandebeek of Shickshinny, PA and Sandi (Rick) Murphy of Calgary, grandchildren; Jennifer, Justina, Joshua, Jessica, Ashlie and Jaylene, brothers Alphonse, John (Cindy) and Henri (Adrianna), sisters; Danielle, Michelle, Claudette, Josette and Pierette as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Jules was born on August 8, 1944 to Remi and Jeanne in Leige, Belgium and immigrated with his family to Canada in 1956. Jules met the love of his life Gerdy in 1961. Through his occupation that he loved so much, he came to know and respect many people.
“Behold, I show you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall be changed, in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump; for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. O death, where is Thy sting? O grave, where is Thy victory? The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the law. But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” I Corinthians 15:51, 52, 55-57
Relatives and friends are invited to a viewing prior to the service at the Church from 9:00 A.M. to 9:45 A.M.
A Funeral Service will be held at PARK MEADOWS BAPTIST CHURCH, 2011 – 15th Avenue North, Lethbridge on Saturday, January 19, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. with Pastor Lloyd Kohl officiating.
Interment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
JOLANE VANDER HULST
1929 - 2007
MRS. JOLANE VANDER HULST, beloved wife of Mr. Jake Vander Hulst, passed away peacefully at home after a lengthy illness on Tuesday, December 18, 2007 at the age of 78 years.
Jolane will be lovingly remembered by her husband Jake, children Bev (Theo) Pecht, Brenda Boe, Allan (Connie) Dickout, Debie Lachuk, Gordon Dickout, Judy Baker, Peggy (Roy) Kipnik and Lawrence (Donna) Batalden and step-daughter Shannon (Brad) Martens. Her memory will be further cherished by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, brother Gordon Scroggie, brothers-in-law John, Harry and Claus Vander Hulst, sisters-in-law Jean, Trudy and Mary Vander Hulst as well as a large extended family.
Jolane was predeceased by her parents, parents-in-law Jean and Roelof Vander Hulst, infant daughter Jolane and son Barry Dickout. She was also predeceased by her sister Marge Pontarolo and brothers Frank and Leonard Scroggie.
Jolane was born to parents Adolf and Helen Scroggie on January 11, 1929 in Lethbridge and was raised in the area. She met Jake Vander Hulst in 1966 and the two were happily wed in 1973. Jake and Jolane shared many wonderful years together before her passing.
We love you and will miss you Jolane.
A Celebration of Jolane’s Life will be held at the BRIDGE VILLA COMMUNITY HALL, 2300 – 13 Street North, Lethbridge on Friday, December 21, 2007 at 1:00 P.M.
AGNES GRACE VAN HOOZER
2007
AGNES GRACE VAN HOOZER (nee Arthur), of the Good Samaritan’s West Highlands, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, November 4, 2007 at the age of 84 years.
A Memorial Service will be held at the UNIVERSITY DRIVE ALLIANCE CHURCH, 55 Columbia Blvd West, Lethbridge on Saturday, November 10, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. with Pastor Scott Dixon officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 210D – 12 “A” Street North, Lethbridge, AB, T1H 2J1 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10th Street South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2M7.
