Anne Van Dyk (Kenny)
After residing at the Bradford Valley Care Community for the past seven months, Anne passed away on October 26, 2026, at the age of 87.
She was the devoted wife of the late Peter Van Dyk and caring mother to Peter Jr. (Pamela), and Joseph (Maria). Anne was a wonderful grandma to Victoria (Joost Van Dorp), Rebecca (Chris Joksas), and Samantha (Ian Censner). Her steady presence in their lives will be missed greatly. Although not able to be active in Timothy Van Dorp’s life, he did meet his great-grandma a few times over the past year.
Anne will be forever in the hearts of her three siblings: Peter Kenny (Bev), Christena (the late Bill Jonkman), and Marie (the late Terry Charlton). She will be fondly remembered by her brothers-in-law Len Van Dyk (Candace), Andrew Magee (the late Annie Van Dyk), Marinus Van Bakel (the late Johanna Van Dyk), and her sisters-in-law, Elizabeth (the late Reagh Mann), Maria (the late Dieter Wiedeman), Narda, Lena (Henry Sterling), and Mary (the late John Van Dyk). Of course she will be missed by her cat “Goldie.”
Anne was the eldest child of the late Vincent Kenny and the late Christena Kenny. She grew up in Beeton, Ontario, and moved to Toronto where she began her teaching career. After moving to Schomberg, Anne was one of the first teachers at St. Patrick’s School. As the school wasn’t ready in September 1967, her class of Grade 2’s were in the basement of St. Patrick’s Church. Anne
continued teaching for many years in Schomberg and then St. Margaret Mary Elementary School in Woodbridge.
Anne was a very talented piano player. Her piano/organ playing has played a role in many funerals, weddings, and school celebrations. Over the years, many of her former students would ask her to play at their wedding. Performing children’s music and reading children’s books to her granddaughters and students brought her so much joy.
Anne’s other talent was organizing. Whether organizing trips, celebrations, tours, family get togethers, and many other events, she was in her element!
Anne enjoyed travelling. Her and Peter travelled extensively over the course of their lives. Always meeting new friends whose names would then be added to their address book. Another Christmas card, with a photo of the two of them and an old car on the front, to send out! Even though Anne was always on the go, volunteering was important to her. After retiring from teaching, she continued to volunteer with various schools and, for many years, played for the weekly mass at Simcoe Manor.
Thank you to all the staff on the 6th floor at Southlake Hospital. A heartfelt thank you to all personnel at Bradford Valley Care Community. Your extensive care of Anne over these past seven months was exceptional. To all the nurses and personal support workers, you make a difference.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. James Church, Colgan, 2118 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, on Friday November 6, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will take place in St. James Cemetery, Colgan. Reception will follow in the Cliffside Hall at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road in Tottenham. 905-936-3477. Please consider donations to Sick Kids, St. Vincent de Paul (St. James Church, Colgan), or the Alzheimer’s Society. Memories and condolences may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Anne will be missed. But she will now be reunited with her beloved Peter where he has been waiting for her to go on another car tour!
Service
Mass of Christian Burial
St. James Church
2118 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, Tottenham L0G1W0
Friday November 6, 2026
11:00am
Tom & Shevawn Mockler says
Dear Van Dyk families,
We are very saddened to hear the news that your mom and grandmother has passed away.
Your parents were the finest people who gave so much of their lives caring for others.
Anne was an amazing teacher, a dear friend, and collegue who dedicated a lifetime to forming children in the Catholic faith and the love of God. Her music brought so much joy and fun to the classroom! A great lady has passed through the gates of heaven! God Bless you Anne, you are now together with Peter. We will cherish the memories!
Sending prayers and love to the Van Dyk families at this difficult time.
Tom, Shevawn and Tommy Mockler and family
Condolences from
Christine, Alex and Jimmy Duketow and family
Julie Graham says
My deepest condolences to the whole family. I have such fond memories of Mrs. Van Dyk as my teacher for 3 years at St. Patrick’s school. Mrs. Van Dyk was such a kind and caring lady, who always had the brightest smile to greet me everyday at school. May God bless you all at this difficult time.
Sincerely, Julie Graham.
Agnese Bortolussi says
Our sincerest condolences to the Van Dyke family.
I remember Mrs. VaDyke as my grade two teacher in the basement of the church and from her playing piano for the church choir.
My mom joined the church choir and she Mrs. Van Dyke became dear friends.
Mrs. Van Dyke always had a smile and kind words to share. She was a very friendly, caring, person.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
the Bortolussi family
Carroll & Mark Rees says
Mark and I were very sad to hear of Anne’s passing. Anne always welcomed us with
open arms and was always ready for an adventure. We deeply appreciated her warmth, kindness, generosity and humor. We have very fond memories of time spent with Anne and Peter both at our homes and in Florida. This gracious and talented lady will be greatly missed.
We extend our deepest condolences to Peter jr. and Joe and the whole Van Dyk family.
Bridget Bimm says
Our sincere condolences on the loss of a truly great person.
Always a smile and a little chat when you met her and your day got a little brighter after being with her.
Peter & Anne will be missed and hopefully they are touring the backroads together again.
Bridget & Brad
Joan Hartviksen says
Sincerest condolences to Peter and Joseph and their families. Ann was a lovely hostess and we had many wonderful events with her and Peter over the years. May you draw comfort from your many happy memories.
Joan Kenny Hartviksen (daughter of Leo and Mary Kenny)
Mary Lou Swanson says
After just 2 years of teaching with Anne at St. Patrick’s, she welcomed myself and Darryl to join in some of the many social events that she and Peter organized. We became lifelong friends and those happy times along with the warmth of their hospitality will always be fondly remembered and deeply appreciated. Our sincere condolences to the family.
Mary Lou and Darryl Swanson
Bernie Eagan says
So sorry to hear of Anne’s death but rejoicing that she and Peter are now together again . Such a gracious , kind lady always with a smile . Her music was greatly missed at Simcoe Manor after the Saturday Masses ceased during Covid . She was so faithful in showing up each week and chatting with the residents . I am away at the moment so I’m sorry to be missing her funeral Mass but both she and Peter are in my thoughts and prayers .
Sincere condolences to the Van Dyk family .
Bernie Eagan.
Monica Duggan says
My condolences to the Van Dyke family, Anne was a very special lady. I too was one of the grade two students in the basement of the church, I still remember the art project we did with the burrs she found at the back of the church.
Later in life Anne was one of the Schomberg seniors that made the annual trip to the theatre in Newmarket to see John Mc Dermott, great memories. Then all the years she played piano for the weekly mass at Simcoe Manor.
Rest in peace Anne,
Monica and family
Heather McGuire-Bell says
My sincerest condolences to the Van Dyk family. I remember Anne as my music teacher at St Patrick’s School when it first opened in Schomberg and of course reconnecting with her and Peter at McGuire functions. She always made a point of catching up every time we met. She was a warm kind lady and will be missed.
Heather McGuire-Bell
Rachel Lincoln says
My fond memories of my parents, Lise and Ed, sharing so many wonderful moments with Anne and Peter Van Dyke will last a lifetime.
The laughter, the incredible meals they shared, and the many memories created together are something I will always remember.
“The Hanrahan reunions hosted by both the Jonkmans and the Van Dykes were always a must-attend occasion for my parents and remain very happy memories for our family as well.”
Anne was a very talented lady with a wonderful sense of humour. She will be dearly missed.
My condolences to her family.
Sincerely
Rachel, Thomas, Kaitlin and Emma Lincoln
Sharon Garbutt says
My sincere condolences to Anne’s family. She will be remembered and missed by many.
Jacqueline (Conlan), Tony and Leighton Costanzo says
Our deepest sympathies to Anne’s family,
“When you’ve touched the hearts of many, you are forever memorable”.
It is with pronounced sadness that we learned the world has lost a good woman and a first-class lady.
Anne spent her life and career bringing joy, laughter, hope and a deep sense of integrity and humanity to everything he did.
Anne will be affectionately remembered for her enthusiastic singing, spirited laughter, and for all the genuine love she poured into her first-rate get togethers, teddy bear picnics, theatre socials, bridge games, and superb dinners that she meticulously organized and hosted on an inspiring scale at her home. But Anne will first and foremost be revered for leaving this world brighter, kinder, and better for knowing her.
To Anne’s sons Peter and Joe (and their families), may God bring comfort in the many cherished memories Anne has left you with, and may your days and nights be made peaceful remembering all the milestones fulfilled together, adventures explored, and a life lived with so much love and grace that all you ever truly needed in this lifetime was each other.
With a heavy heart, we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers as you journey on in life once again with Anne’s loving spirit watching over you and sending you comfort…Something Anne always knew how to do extraordinarily well.
Anne left a lasting impression, and her spirit will be remembered with great affection.
❤️We send our blessings, prayers and love during this difficult time,
Tony, Jacqueline and Leighton
Ginny & ivor Cathcart says
Dear Peter, Pam & family, We are so very sorry to hear of Anne’s passing. We have have shared many wonderful moments with Anne over the past many years. She was always ready with a story and a tidbit of info & always engaging and welcoming. Please know we are holding you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Ruth Ann Hutchins says
My sincere condolences to the VanDyke family. She was my grade 2 teacher at St.Patrick’s I will always remember her classes fondly and her piano playing at church.
Barbara, David and the Bricknell Family says
We are sorry to hear of Anne’s passing. She was a wonderful lady.
Linda & Ed Ansell says
We will her she was very active in car club over the years always enjoyed her fall cruises.. She was a wonderful person.
Marc Ronan says
Our deepest sympathy to The Van Dyk Family May she rest in eternal peace with Peter. Sincerely The Ronan family
Hal & Madelyn Rutledge says
Dear Peter, Pamela, Joseph, Maria and family
Please accept our sincere condolences. Anne was a lovely lady always smiling and willing to have a chat. May it be a comfort to you that she & Peter are now at peace together.
Grace Tomlinson says
To the Van Dyk Family
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your Mother and Grandmother
She and Peter were great neighbours
We enjoyed many outings that Anne so ably organized
Murray and Grace Tomlinson and Family
Ailene Mabee says
My sincere condolences to all the family She was a lovely friend and neighbour. Loved to play cards. Ailene Mabee
David and Maureen Archibald and family says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Mrs. Van Dyk will be surely missed.
She was my grade 2 teacher in St. Patrick’s basement.
One of my favourite teachers of all.
Judy Anderson says
My Condolences to Peter, Pam and the
Van Dyk Families.
Judy
Paul & Sue Gourlay (nee Berger) & Sebastian & Miriam Kramer (nee Berger) and families says
Dear Van Dyk family,
We are so deeply saddened by the news of Anne’s passing. We have many amazing memories of Anne. Her kindness will forever be remembered. She treated our own family with care as though she were a part of it. Anne and Peter were wonderful friends to our parents, the late Rudolf and Brigitte Berger, and visited them many times in Germany. We have always said that we have nothing but fond memories of them. May your family find the strength through God’s love and our love to find peace and the ability to get through this tragic time.
Our most heartfelt condolences.
Sincerely,
Paul, Susanne, Ariana, Ben, Miriam, Sebastian and Hendrik
Joseph Keenan says
We wish to extend our sincerest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of a wonderful friend and lady. She was a fantastic teacher and model for all young people, hardworking, industrious and dedicated.,We shall always remember and cherish our many times together. May God forever hold Anne in the palm of His Hand. Joe and Mary Ellen Keenan
Gary and Hope Bimm says
Fondly remembered for our trips organized by Anne, many car, bus trips and theatre outings. It was a pleassure knowing both Anne and Peter. Our heartfelt condolences go out to her family. We have wonderful memories of both Anne and Peter.
Sincerly Gary and Hioe Bimm