Willy Vellinga Obituary

We announce the death of Willy Vellinga (Chatham, Ontario), who passed away on August 10, 2026. Willy will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her siblings, Huibert, Christina, Vandendool (Esveld), Gordon (Rachael Vandendool), Ina Kraayenbrink (John) and Bert (Judy Vandendool).

She is survived by: her husband Bob Vellinga; her children, Annette Vanderzwan (Ken), Robert (Caroline Vellinga), Jeanette Armitage (Jeff) and Janice Moyer (Dean); her grandchildren, Evan Vanderzwan (Sandra), Noah Vanderzwan, Lauren Vanderzwan, Eden Lorish (Mat), Sean Vellinga, Caleb Armitage, Cole Armitage, Jackson Armitage, Nate Armitage, Claire Armitage, Owen Moyer, Jonah Moyer, Carter Moyer and Davis Moyer; her siblings, Irene Kraayenbrink (Everet), Pete (Ann Vandendool) and Dick (Jeanne Vandendool); Harrison, Elliott, Gregory Drive Alliance Church and West.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Willy may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choosing would be appreciated.