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Death Notices - published May 2, 2007
John Bokma
BOKMA, John (Jan) Johannes.
Sept. 12, 1938 - April 28, 2007.
Promoted to Glory from his home, in the arms of his loving wife, Alice. John won his courageous battle when the Lord took him Home on April 28, 2007, in his 69th year. He will always be loved by his wife of almost 46 years, Alice (nee Assies) and be deeply missed by his children Shari and John Van Groningen, Sylvia and Andrew Paulin, and Sonya and Phil Demik. Dearest and most precious Pake to Britt, Justin, Tiana and Tyler Van Groningen, Megan Paulin, and Philip, Ryan and Ally Demik. Dearly loved brother and brother-in-law to Joke and Sipke de Schiffert, Pat and the late Bill Kinkel, Claire and Bill Beldman, and Harmene and Garry Sytsma. Special uncle to 14 nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Edjar and Sjoukje Bokma. John retired in 1999 from Union Gas after 42 years of faithful service. All through his life, John loved to travel, volunteer and spend hours in his workshop making special gifts for his family and friends. He truly enjoyed the little things in life and showed us how to be content in all circumstances. Even while facing cancer, Dad showed remarkable strength and dignity that came from his faith in God and his never ending love for his family. Although we will sorely miss our husband, dad and pake in every way imaginable, we rejoice in the knowledge that he is with his Lord and Saviour. Visitation was at Immanuel Christian Reformed Church, 95 Oak St., Simcoe on Monday, April 30, 2007 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Funeral service to celebrate John’s life was held on Tuesday, May 1, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Immanuel CRC. Interment Knox Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Jarvis. In lieu of flowers for the family, please consider a donation to World Wide Christian Schools, C.R.W.R.C. or Wycliffe Bible Translators, all charities close to John’s heart. Friends are invited to send condolences to the family at www.cooperfuneralhome.ca. Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Cooper Funeral Home, Jarvis 519-587-4414.
Psalm 23:6 Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
Jack Smuck
SMUCK, Jack Dwayne
January 28, 1949 - April 25, 2007
Surviving with sad and heavy hearts are his wife Kathi, father Bill, sister Ricky Dianne Furler (Pat) and nephew Jamie Murphy. Predeceased by his mother Eva (2005). Jack will be missed by everyone he touched in his life. Honouring Jack’s wishes, cremation has taken place with a private service at a later date.
“To know Jack was to love him, and we did.”
George Alexander Benson Taylor
TAYLOR George Alexander Benson – Suddenly after a brief illness at home on Friday, April 27, 2007 in his 84th year. Predeceased by his loving wife Evelyn (2002). Dear and loving father to Larry and his friend Beth of Richmond, B.C., Rick and his wife Kathy of Port Dover, and Liz Caswell and her husband Mark of Lynedoch. Loving grandfather of five grandchildren Robert and Susan of B.C., Alyssa and Shayla of Lynedoch, and Ricky of Port Dover. Great grandfather to Rachael of B.C. Survived by Leonard (Norma) of Simcoe, Sisters Hazel Kelly, Geneva Nobes of Simcoe and William Smith of Walsh. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents George B. Taylor (1972), Emma Colwell (1992), and Brother Allan Taylor (2006). George was born and raised in Walsh, Ontario and worked as a farmer in his younger years. Later George worked for the former Canada Coach Lines in Hamilton for a number of years. Returning to Simcoe he worked for the former Jackson’s Bread Co. as a salesman after which he was employed by John Hardie & Son Construction Ltd. until his retirement. George was a member of the former Canadian Order of Foresters, as well as a past member of the Army/Navy. Spoiling his grandchildren became one of his many favourite pastimes. Friends are invited to share memories of George’s life with his family on Tuesday, May 1, 2007 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at The Baldock Funeral Home, 96 Norfolk St. N., Simcoe. Funeral service to celebrate George’s life will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Reverend Beverly Thompson officiating. Interment at Walsh United Cemetery. Donations to the charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. Visit our on-line condolences at www.baldockfuneralhome.com
Doug Young
YOUNG, Ernest Douglas – peacefully at Norfolk General Hospital on Monday, April 30th, 2007, age 73. Cherished husband for almost 50 years to Helen (nee Fonger). Loved father of Debbie Feere (Yves Dumais), the late Bruce, Don (Monica) and Dale (Ali Dearlove). Grandpa of Deanna (Mark Littler), Nathan (Ashley Kriwez), Eric, Connor, Hailey, Andre and Aidan. Brother and brother-in-law of Gloria Kernaghan, David (Sharon) Young, Don Mason, Frank Whitfield, Mildred & Verna Young, as well as many friends. Doug was a retired flooring salesman, active member of Old Windham Church, past president of squaredancers and barbershoppers, and charter member of Vittoria choir. Friends are invited to share their memories of Doug at the Jason Smith Funeral Chapel, 689 Norfolk St. North, Simcoe for visitation on Wednesday, May 2nd, 2007 from 3-5 & 7-9 p.m. Celebration of Doug’s life at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 3rd, 2007 at Old Windham United Church, Rev. Beverly Thompson officiating. Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Old Windham United Church or Harmonize for Speech would be appreciated. Online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com
“Always keep a song in your heart.”
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