Gerrit Datema Obituary
The memory of Gerrit Datema (Rocky Mountain House, Alberta), who passed away on January 20, 2026 at the age of 95, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jan Datema and Mijntje Datema; his wife Aili; his daughter Bikkie; his sister Mae Prins; his siblings-in-law, Gerda Datema, Bill Prins, Albert Jagt, John Kranenborg and George Groeneveld; and his nephews, Darren Datema and John Groeneveld.
He is survived by: his children, Ivar (Connie), Darcy and Marleen (Klaes); his son-in-law Axel Uskoski; and his siblings, Martin (Hennie), John, Gerald (Swannie), Fenny, Marj, Shany and Nellie (Robert). He is also survived by eight grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and many extended family.
A funeral service was held on Tuesday, January 27th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Chapel of the Rocky Funeral Home (4804 48 St, Rocky Mountain House, AB T4T1C3).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to tThe Royal Canadian Legion R.L. Zengel V.C. Branch No 8 in Rocky.
