Harry Van Nes Obituary
We bid farewell to Harry Van Nes (Stratford, Ontario), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 19, 2026 at the age of 87. Harry touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. 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, Jacobus Nes and Matilda Van Nes; and his siblings, Rita Baker (Fred), Theo Van Nes (Regina), Alice Van Dyk (Jim), Jack Van Nes (Teresa), Bill Van Nes (Margaret) and Henk Van Nes.
He is survived by: his spouse Marijke; his siblings-in-law, Betty Van Nes, Peter Romme (late Nancy), Audrey Timmerman (late Peter), Rudy Romme (Rose), Marianne Terpstra (Rudy) and Joanne Van Damme (Con); his children, Mary Jane (Kevin), Rob (Sue), Mark (Lynn) and Laura (Rich); and his grandchildren, Vanessa, Julie, Melissa, Jaime (Nick), Steven, Eric, Amber, Corey and Matthew. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, February 24th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:45 AM at the St. Joseph's Church (96 Huron St, Stratford, ON N5A5S6). A Mass of Christian burial was held on Tuesday, February 24th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations can be made to Families For Children (familiesforchildren.ca), Spruce Lodge, or St. Joseph Church, arranged through W. G. Young Funeral Home. 519-271-7411,http://www.wgyoungfuneralhome.com. The family has chosen to send donations to ST. JOSEPH'S CHURCHDonate Now (https://donate.mytributegift.org). Donate to Charity The family has chosen to send donations to THE SPRUCE LODGE FOUNDATIONDonate Now (https://donate.mytributegift.org).
