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JOHN BERGMANS Obituary

JOHN "PAKE" BERGMANS FERRISBURGH -- John "Pake" Bergmans passed away on June 18, 2011. John was born in the small town of Ee in the Netherlands on Feb. 18, 1941. On Nov. 14, 1963, he married his best friend, Jeanette, with whom he shared 47 1/2 years. They immigrated to California at the end of 1963. There they learned English together and built their family. In Oct. of 1972, John and Jeanette moved to Vermont with their three children. There he lived his dream of having his own farm. He was a proud farmer until the day he passed away. John is survived by his loving wife, Jeanette; three children with their spouses, Bill and Kelly, Gerry and Sue and Sharon and Rudy; 11 grandchildren, Amber and Cody, Kyle, Mckenna, Lance, William, Kennedy, Luke, Tyler, Isabelle and Emma; and one great-grandchild, Colton. We will all miss Pake's good nature, sense of humor and individuality. We will always love you and miss you. You will be in the hearts of many forever. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 22, 2011, at the Champlain Valley Christian Reformed Church in Vergennes. Interment will be at Union Cemetery in Ferrisburgh. Brown-McClay Funeral Home in Vergennes will be in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 05495 or Champlain Valley Christian Reformed School, 2 Church Street, Vergennes, VT 05491.

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Published by The Burlington Free Press on Jun. 20, 2011.

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June 25, 2011

Jeannette,

We only met John at the Clinic at FAHC in the very recent past but were looking for him every time we would have to be there. John was an inspiration with his positive attitude and sense of humor. On our last visit, June 1st, he was still very hopeful and would give hope to others at the clinic.
We will keep you and yours in our thoughts as you go through the jouney of putting John to rest and knowing that he is in a GOOD place.
We are the Boucher's from Highgate Center and we wish you well.

Sincerely, Gilbert & Gemma

Stearns

June 22, 2011

John was a great man with a great sense of humor. He always made me smile just to see him coming my way. He will be very much missed. Ray and I will always think of him fondly. Ray and Linda Stearns

Anair

June 22, 2011

Jeanette, Bill, Gerry, Sharon, & family
John was blessed with such a loving family and a beautiful place to live. He was a joy to be around and we won't forget his cheerfulness...the world would be a better place if we had more kind souls like John. You are all in our prayers, Jim and Jennifer Anair

Linda (Bajema) Krueger

June 22, 2011

John always kept everyone around him laughing and will most definately be missed. Seeing him last June brought back the good times of years past. I will keep you and the family in my prayers during this difficult time.

Annette Haaijema

June 21, 2011

Lieve Jikke en familie, jullie moeten nu al afscheid nemen van jullie geliefde man, vader en pake. Ik wens jullie heel veel sterkte wensen in deze moeilijke dagen en in de tijd die komen gaat. Mogen mooie herinneringen aan Johannes jullie troosten en de kracht geven om door te gaan. Hartelijkste groeten,

June 21, 2011

John was sunshine on a cloudy day. He always had a funny story to relate. I loved to run into him in Vergennes, It would make my day just to talk to him! My family will miss him so much Call us if you need anything Jeanette. You are in our prayers. Cheryl Bajema DeVos

Sandra Jarvis

June 21, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Patricia Beenen Kyle

June 20, 2011

I have many fond memories of playing at your house and Mr. Bergman always being friendly and funny. I am sorry for your loss and pray for God to comfort you.

Fetje Visser

June 20, 2011

Jeanette, I was so sorry to hear that John passed away. He always brought a smile with him and his sense of humor was something else. He will be missed by many. May God be with you in your time of sorrow. Always remember the good times as they cannot but help bring a smile to your face. I wish I could be there to comfort you but know that my thoughts and prayer will be with you and your family. May God be with you and comfort you.

george ouellette family

June 20, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jerger Faimly

June 20, 2011

Our thoughts are with your family.To a good neighbor.Will miss your smiles Sincerly from the Jerger Faily

One of my favorite pictures from our wedding!

Wendy Vorsteveld

June 20, 2011

Jeanette and Family, So sorry for your loss! John will be missed by many!

Gerard and Wendy

Cary Jerger

June 20, 2011

My thoughts are with your family. John will be greatly missed. From the time I can remember I recall John being part of the family farm. He has been my neighbor for my entire life and we will miss him, his waving with a smile when he was on his nightly drive, his visits, his stories, and he could cheer you up even when your cows got out. He was a neighbor and a family friend.

My condolences to your family.

Cary

Christine Blakeney

June 20, 2011

Jeanette and family, I am so sorry for your loss. It is a great loss for so many. John was always in good cheer and a joy to talk with. I will miss our paths crossing.

My thoughts are with you,

Christine

June 20, 2011

John,
We will miss you and your smile as a great neighbor!

Our condolences to you, Jennette, and your family.

May God Bless,
Bernie, Dorothy, and Family

Alysha Ploof

June 20, 2011

Pake,
You will be missed by so many. I love you like you were my own grandfather. Until we meet again..
Love you, Alysha

Colleen Hayes

June 20, 2011

My very deepest sympathies to all the family. John will be greatly missed and thought of each and every day. He brought a smile and his warmth to all around him. God Bless.

June 20, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this time of loss and sorrow. You could not help but smile when John told his stories. May God grant you comfort and peace today and in the days to come. Emily VanDeWeert

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