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BORN
1948
DIED
2022
Jerry Vander Wal Obituary
Predeceased by his parents Jack and Ann, and stepdaughter Deborah, Jerry lives on in the hearts of his wife Sharon, children Steve (Natasha), Dirk (Alyssa), Petra, Angela, and stepdaughter Dale (Brian), his siblings Ann (Claus), Bernie (Jeannie) and Jeanette (Lorne), grandchildren Beckett, Macy, Eden, Gemma, Sadie, Madison, Ben, Katelyn (Patrick), and Courtney (Michael), great-grandchildren Emmett and Kai, and former spouse, Pat.
Jerry will be missed fiercely by his family and friends; he touched so many lives in his 73 years. He had a gift for seeing the good in everyone, and never missed an opportunity to tell someone that he cared for them.
Born November 19th 1948 in the Netherlands, his family immigrated to Alberta, Canada when he was four years old, where he lived until settling in Victoria, BC in 1989.
Jerry spent his career working in interior design. His personal passion was photography, for which he had great talent. His work can be viewed at https://www.flickr.com/photos/jerrybvanderwal/
Jerry also had a great passion for his hot rods, you'd never miss him driving by on his way to meet friends for coffee.
He will be remembered for his contagious laugh, his generous spirit, his love for his family and friends, and his caring conversation.
A service will be arranged at the Colwood Church to celebrate his life.
Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Vander Wal
13 Entries
Steve & Michele
March 25, 2025
Jerry´s family you definitely had a great loved one amongst you ! Hoping you find great comfort in your memories together missing running into Jerry in the community
Glynis Seal
August 8, 2022
I'm going to deeply miss him, with you, Sharon, sitting near us in church, especially that cheekie smile telling me now no dancing today. I know when I get to heaven praising God he'll be dancing along side me. My deepest sympathies Sharon and family.
Arlene Holland
August 4, 2022
My heart goes out to you Sharon. Such a wonderful, thoughtful man. A precious gem now shining in the heavens. Oh such rejoicing.
I loved his black and white photos.
I pray the Fathers loving presence to comfort you and hold you close. You are loved.
Arthur & Sally Williams
August 4, 2022
I have great memories of Jerry who taught me the basics of drapery manufacturing when we first emigrated to Canada, a great teacher that set me on the road here in Canada
He will be greatly missed by so many .
Christine Scott
August 4, 2022
Our deepest condolences from Christine and Jody xxx
Al and Verna Funk
August 3, 2022
Jerry was a great friend. He was always quick to encourage. We had great conversations about faith and about the God he loved and served. He will be missed.
Don and Diane Smith
August 3, 2022
Sharon, we were so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. Don and I enjoyed getting to know him, Don especially enjoyed his talks with him. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike and Elsie Jardine
August 3, 2022
Sharon, we were sadden to hear of Jerry´s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Myrtle Campbell
August 3, 2022
So sorry to hear of Jerry passing.My sympathy to you and family.
Mary (MacBeth) MacNeill
August 3, 2022
So very sorry to read the news of Jerry's passing. May his memory be a blessing to all those who knew him. <3
Roger Stevenson
August 3, 2022
Sharon sorry for your loss, condolences to you and your family
Paula & Warren Littlejohn
August 3, 2022
Sharon, We are so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
Pat Williams
August 3, 2022
Condolences to the family. Such a lovely person to have known
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