Adrianus Arie "Art" vanWalraven

Adrianus (Art) Arie vanWalraven As were his wishes, Art died peacefully, calmly, with dignity and family at home on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, following a 2022 diagnosis of brain cancer. Art has been reunited with his Aspen. He will be missed by his wife and best friend, Debbie. Survived by daughters Leisse (Jeff), Kira (Stuart); and his grandchildren (Mia, Clara, Grey, Ava, Juliet); his 8 siblings, and their families. Beloved Grandpa Art to the children of Bethany (Graham) McCaffrey. Despite his long hours at the hospital, nothing was more important than his family, (except perhaps solo canoe trips to Algonquin Park in less than ideal conditions). His love for family was demonstrated at every opportunity available to him. He was always fully present whenever he was home, and he took joy in even the smallest family moments. An inspiration and mentor to many, Art was an undeniable presence in his Internal Medicine specialty, ICU, and the wider medical community. Art spent the majority of his career practicing at the Stratford General Hospital where he built up a trusted network of colleagues and friends. Before and during his tenure as Chief of Staff, his driving ambition was to make it the 'tiny, perfect hospital'. For the last 10 years of his career, Art worked in the ICU at Grand River Hospital where he was known for his amazing bedside manner, skill and undying enthusiasm for long night shifts. His tireless work-ethic, compassion and care were matched only by his dry humour and quick wit which will be remembered through many oft-quoted Art-isms and his legendary chart notes. 'If I could live forever, I'd never stop working.' - Art Art's family extends an invitation to join them informally for an open house at 4 Welsh Drive, Ayr on December 3rd and 4th between 4 and 8 p.m. A formal time of remembrance may be planned at a later date. Those wishing to honour Art's memory are invited to make a donation to the Nature Conservancy of Canada. Arrangements entrusted to the W.G. Young Funeral Home, 430 Huron Street, Stratford. www.wgyounhgfuneralhome.com