Marinus VandenBaar Obituary

We bid farewell to Marinus VandenBaar (Pembroke, Ontario), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 20, 2025 at the age of 97. Marinus touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marinus VandenBaar to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his wife Helena Adriana VandenBaar. He is survived by: his children, Netty Graham (Larry), Nora Stewart (Allan), John VandenBaar (Brenda), Jacqueline VandenBaar and Nataly VandenBaar (Angelo Ricci); his grandchildren, Lani Graham (Evan Harris), Alison Graham, Krista Mohns (Andrew), Sara Harwood (Ryan), Josh VandenBaar (Mariah) and Alexandre Thibault; his great grandchildren, Ethan, Madison, Bryson, Layla, Hallie, Tessa, Tucker, Easton and Zoé; his sister Maria Cooymans; Jan. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 26th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Neville Funeral Home (491 Isabella St, Pembroke, ON K8A5T8). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 26th 2025 at 7:15 PM and on Thursday, November 27th 2025 at 11:00 AM.

As an expression of sympathy, donations to Holy Name Restoration Fund, Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation or Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund would be appreciated.