van Haastrecht, Elisabeth Petronella.
At Good Samaritan Seniors Complex, Alliston, on Sunday, December 18th, 2011. Elisabeth van Haastrecht, in her 96th year, beloved wife of the late John Peter Sr. Loving mother of Betty (late Dick) Aldridge, John Peter Jr. and Elizabeth, and Peter and Linda. Loved Oma to Jodi and Marty Morelli, Rick and Kimberly Aldridge, John Peter III and Katrina, Katrina and Kent Turberville, Troy and Joanna, Ché and Pamela and great Oma to Madelaine, Chase, Ty, Brady, Taylor, Bailey, Chance, Madison, Tessa, Brooke, Ella, Lucius, Bryce, Abigail, May, Luke, and Lily. Dear sister of Nelly Poons (Mickey) of Holland and the late Bernardus.
Respecting Elisabeth’s wishes cremation has taken place. A family service will be held at Rod Abrams Funeral home, 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, 905-936-3477, 1:00 pm Wednesday, December 21st, 2011. In lieu of flowers, donations to the National Pancreatic Cancer Canada Foundation (www.pancreaticcancer.ca) 0r the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
NANCY BARTON says
Dear Betty, Jodi & Rick :
So sorry to hear of your
Mother & Omas passing. She was such a wonderful lady as was your Dad. I always enjoyed our conversations when she and your Dad would come into the flower shop. You will all surely miss her.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Nancy & Barry Barton & Family
(Sherry, David & Ken)
Deb & Dan Pitt says
Dear Betty, John, & Peter:
What a lovely, gracious lady your mother was – “Oma” to Deb for countless years. We are thinking of you at this sad time, and send our deepest sympathies to you and your families.
Love,
Deb & Dan
Enes Benstead (Van Bemmel) says
Betty,John,Peter&families.
My heartfelt sympathy to all with the loss of your mother.
We will all miss her.What a grand lady!It was at your butcher shop in Kleinburg where I met Hank.And in 1955 when we were married she made my wedding dress with no pattern,just a picture in a magazine.Your father was our bestman,and you all were there.
Love from all my family,
Enes,Henri,Diane.
Ted & Rhonda Shepherd says
John,Beth & Family,
You are in our hearts and prayers.
Love and hugs,
Rhonda and Ted
Ruth &Wayne Gray says
Peter, Linda and Family.
Remembering our times in GK with Betty & John. She’ll be happy to be with him again.
She was blessed to have you with her in her final days!
love & hugs
Wayne & Ruth
DEREK MARCHAND says
I lament My visit for Christmas was late by two days.
I remember her appel bollen she gave me every year so fondly, often hand knit sweaters too.
Her story of immigration with her her husband leaves me inspired. From the humble beginning in lethbridge to the successful butcher shop in kleinburg and then the real estate business leave me inspired.
I remember all the stories of how in the first years her longing to return to the Netherlands.
What a success her life has been, clearly evident in her three hugely successful kids and 6 grandkids, and now how many great grandchildren.
From sewing for the Royal family in Holland, to the best baker and mother and oma one could ever ask for, well done with the life she lived.
I was so touched by her kindness throughout her life, I am glad that she is now back by Opa’s side.
Condolences to the entire family, I share your loss, hard to find such loving hearts as hers.
Respectfully Derek Marchand
Angela Ellerby says
Betty and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Angela and Mike Ellerby and Family
Dayle & Ron Hendry says
John & Beth & family, we will remember the times together and your mother was always dressed so elegantly. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Charlene Fry says
Dear Betty and family:
I am so sad to read this notice. Your mother was such a wonderful person. I remember her coming in to Stedmans once a week or so to help us tidy up. Such a gracious lady. Please know that my thoughts are with you.
Char
JANIE, WILLIE GREGG says
Betty, Jodi and Rick, what a grand lady she was. Always a smile and dressed to a “T”, she lived to a great age and you will miss her. Thinking about you during this difficult time.
Jill Carleton & Gavin McCallum says
John & family,
Thinking of you and your family at this time, and knowing that in gathering together with your memories you will find comfort.
Jill Carleton & Gavin McCallum
Bob & Pat Jackson says
Betty & Family
Thinking of you at this time.
Bob & Pat Jackson