Willem Vanderveen Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Willem Vanderveen (Thorold, Ontario), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Willem left this world on May 10, 2026 at the age of 98, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Willem Vanderveen to show support.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Willem had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Willem may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his great grandchild Ayden Garner; and his brother Bob. He is survived by: his wife Jenny Vanderveen; and his children, Bill Vanderveen (Pam), Karen Veldhuizen (Pete), Mark Vanderveen (Mary) and Diana Vanderveen (Andreas). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, extended family.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 20th 2026 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at the Pathway Bible Church (1136 Vansickle Rd. N., St Catharines, ON L2S2Z3). A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, May 20th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Pathway Bible Church (1136 Vansickle Rd N, St. Catharines, ON L2S2Z3).
Donations may go to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
