Obituaries: March 16, 2012

Trudy Rooyakkers, July 30, 1916 - March 3, 2012

It is with heartfelt sadness and many wonderful memories that the family of Trudy announce her peaceful passing at Olive Devaud Residence with her children at her side. She was predeceased by her husband Gerry in 2006 and is survived by her four children, Mary (Roy) Vizzutti, Gerry Rooyakkers, Helma (Rick) Morris and John (Dianne) Rooyakkers, eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

We especially  would like to thank the staff at Olive Devaud Residence for their wonderful care and compassion. A family service was held on Monday, March 12. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to BC Children’s Hospital or the charity of your choice.

Ben Ogden passed away peacefully on February 22, 2012, at the age of 89, in Powell River General Hospital. He was born in Vancouver, BC on January 2, 1923. He is now where he longed to be with Mum in the presence of their Lord and Saviour.

He was predeceased by his loving wife Poppy and brothers. Ben is survived by his four children Elizabeth Wilson, Tim (Doria) Ogden, Andrew (Joan) Ogden and Nancy (Nagi) Rizk. He leaves six wonderful grandchildren Ryan (Nadine) Ogden, Shawn (Anna) Ogden, Brad (Sarah) Ogden, Anna (Matt) Vincent, Geoff Ogden, Merryam Rizk, two great-grandchildren Hailey and Nikolas, sister Angie Peters, nieces and nephews.

Our thanks to Dr. Nick White, Olive Devaud staff, ambulance crews and nursing staff for their great care. Memorial service to be held on Friday, March 23 at 11 am at Evangel Pentecostal Church. In  lieu of  flowers please make a donation to Camp Imadene, Coastal Missions, or the charity of your choice.

Thou wilt show me the path of life:

In Thy presence is fullness of joy;

At Thy right hand there are pleasures

for evermore.

On March 12, 2012, Pia passed away surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 24, 1930, in Haarlemmermeer, Holland. She met, fell in love with and married her lifelong soul mate Cornelis Stroomer on August 2, 1950. They immigrated to Powell River in 1952 with two small children, followed closely by seven more children.

Her family was always the most important thing in her life. From darning socks, early hockey games to clothes pin race tracks and family camping trips she made it all happen with love. She taught us all by example to never prejudge anyone, to have an endless supply of patience, love and acceptance. She enjoyed her many trips in her RV with family and friends. Her family will fondly remember her meatball and chicken noodle soup and perfect chocolate milk. She loved to knit for her grandchildren and many local organizations. She became an avid baseball and hockey fan. She especially enjoyed being a long-term Powell River Kings season ticket holder.

She leaves behind her husband of 61 years Cornelis, children Hendrika (Hugh), Jacob (Mary), Bill (Holly), Casey (Jenny), Ted (Louetta), Tony (Lucy), Jerry (Debbie), Helena (Byrne), daughter-in-law Glenda, along with many grandchildren, many, many great-grandchildren and two great great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her son Richard in 2002.

Prayers for the faithfully departed will be Friday, March 16, at 7:45 pm at the Church of the Assumption. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, March 17, at noon at the Church of the Assumption. Celebrant: Father Dass. Celebration to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to BC Children’s Hospital.

With a deep and abiding love, the family and friends of Chris Bloeming announce her peaceful passing from this world into the next on March 11. In her final days she was encircled with the love and fellowship of those who were a big part of her life.

Chris was predeceased by her loving husband Bill on April 24, 2011. She is survived by her daughters Treyntje Ploeger and Florence Koning and their families. Chris will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, March 21 at 1 pm at the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 6952 Courtenay Street.