
Peacefully at Simcoe Manor Beeton, on Saturday October 3rd, 2015. Gertruda (Van Dijk) in her 89th year; Beloved wife of the late John J Rutten. Loving mother of Louwie (Denise), Wilma (Peter) Carney, Jenny (Jim) Carney, Joseph (Sherri), John Jr. , Frank (Margot), Trudie (Martin) Stewart, Leo (Barbara), and David (Sue).
Remembered lovingly as Oma to: Chris, Jonathan (Terri), Julie, Sarah (Glen), Jason (Karen), Mark (Jessica), Adam (Caitie), Miranda, Krista, Darren, Jessica, Ruby, Harry, Jaret, Garrett, Shelby, Michael, Michelle, Mark, Zachery, Katrina, Alexis and Brianna. Great-Oma to: Cody, Leah, Emma, Ava, Claire, Ben, Wes, Addison, Olivia, and Grace.
Resting at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Wednesday October 7th, 2015 from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. James Church Colgan, on Thursday October 8th 2015 at 11:00 am. Interment to follow in St. James Cemetery, Colgan. Donations to Simcoe Manor, 5988-8th Line, Beeton would be appreciated by the family. www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Mary Lynch says
ATRA The members of the Adjala-Tosorontio Residents Association offer their sincere sympathy to the Rutten family for the loss of their mother Gertrude. She was a wonderful person and will be sadly missed in the community.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Mary Small Brett says
To the Rutten family,
I was truly saddened to hear about your mother’s passing. Gertruda and my mother(Agatha Small)were great friends. I have many wonderful memories of your mom. May you feel the peace of Christ at this difficult time.
Klaus & Beatriz Baumfeld says
To the whole Family:
Our deepest sympathy! Your Mom made us feel welcome when we moved to Loretto and was a blessing looking after Michael before and after school! I am so sorry I found out a few hours to late to attend the Funeral. I am sure your Dad received her with open arms! Blessings to all!
Mike Keogh says
My sincere sympathy to Peter and Wilma and Jim and Jenny AND all the rest of the families! She was a great LADY ! Mike here.
Debra Yapp says
Our deepest condolences to a family that was a big part of our youth. Special lady, great family, sorry for your loss.
The Yapp Family
Mary Van de Gevel says
On behalf of Mom/ and family , our deepest condolence to the Rutten family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Karin Rider says
Jenny, my condolences to you and your family. Cherish the memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you. xx
Steve Matusiak says
Dear Rutten Family – our deepest condolence to the family. Your mom was a hard working great women who treated everyone with kindness. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike and Mary Murphy says
Our deepest condolences to you John and your family. Mike has so many fond memories of your Mom and the time he spent with your family.
The Alexiou family says
Our condolences to you and your family John. We will keep you in our prayers. May God bless Gertruda. Jim,Betty Anne, John and Margaret Alexiou.
Mary Pridham says
The Rutten family,my thoughts and prayers are with you,please accept my deepest sympathy,sincerely Mary Pridham and family.
The Veldpaus Family says
Our deepest condolences to the Rutten family. Mom has lost a true friend, a soul mate. May Gertruda rest in peace.