Peter Joseph A. Vriend Obituary
The passing of Peter Joseph A. Vriend of Amherst, Nova Scotia leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 14, 2026 at the age of 97. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Peter Joseph A. Vriend to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Maria Vriend (Crebolder) and Cornelius Vriend; and his wife Jopie. He is survived by: his son Patrick (Jennifer Chadwick); his siblings, Sjef, Kees, Jan, Albert, Marianne (Yorke) and Toos (Klenfenz); his children, Michael Vriend (Judy), Anita Spence (Darrell) and Iris Rodger (Brian); his sisters, Bep (Van Leeuwen) and Mieke (Pradhan); his grandchildren, Cheri (Nathan), Jessica (Adam), Johnathan, Tina (Evan), SJ, Andrea (Randy), Michael, Julie (Sean) and Matthew (Jasmine); his great grandchildren, Alex, Lincoln, Arwen, Zoë, Augie, Sean and Evelyn; Piet. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A funeral Mass was held on Saturday, May 23rd 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Holy Family Catholic Church (63 Church St, Amherst, NS B4H3B1). A memorial gathering was held on Saturday, May 23rd 2026 at 12:15 PM at the Church Hall.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of your choice.
