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Andreas NUYENS Obituary
Passed away peacefully at home on October 24, 2016, surrounded by his beloved family. Born in Boxmeer, the Netherlands in 1920. Received M.D. degree from the University of Utrecht in 1946, the sixth generation of physicians in his family. Completed post-graduate training in Obstetrics and Gynecology in 1951. Immigrated to Ottawa in 1951 with his wife Henriette and their two oldest children. Became a teaching Fellow in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Ottawa in 1951. Received certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in 1953. Became Associate Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Ottawa medical school in 1959. Faithfully served the Ottawa community in Obstetrics and Gynecology until 1990, first at the Ottawa General Hospital and then at the Riverside Hospital. He, along with Father Joseph Birch, O.M.I., established the Medical Friends of Peru. Andreas and his wife Henriette were named honorary members of the Oblate Family in 1990. Participated in and supported numerous medical missions throughout his life and was a devoted physician whose life was marked by loyalty, charity, integrity, generosity and compassion. Son of the late Wilhelmus Nuyens and the late Maria Hermans. He was predeceased by his wife of 58 years Henriette (nee Van Spanje), as well as his brothers Frans, Chris and sisters Bets and Noek. His devoted sister Maria in the Netherlands survives him. Dearly loved father of Jim (Adrienne), John, Michael (Connie), Marietta (Cheuk Kwan), Lucy, (Roberto Narbaitz), Monica (Denys Beauvais) and Stephen (Cheryl). Beloved Opa of Jason, Jeffrey and Beth Nuyens, Tristan and Monica Nuyens, David, Peter and Bruce Narbaitz, Nicholas and Saskia Kwan, and Alexandre Beauvais; and great-grandfather of Jillian and Hailey Nuyens. He will be sadly missed by numerous nephews and nieces, as well as lifelong friends in the Netherlands and Canada. Visitation at McEvoy-Shields Funeral Home, 1411 Hunt Club Road, on Sunday, October 30 from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.. Funeral mass on Monday, October 31 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Joseph's Church (Wilbrod & Cumberland sts.). Private burial to follow in Arnprior. In memoriam donations may be made to the Medical Friends of Peru, c/o Dr. Barry Adams, 1625 Cumberland Ridge Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K4C 1E1 or www.omilacombe.ca/MAMI.
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January 1, 2017
So sorry to hear of the passing of your father
Lucy. We did not know about it until a few days ago. Our condolences to you and Roberto and all your family.
Marty and Lorraine Habicht
Anne Mckennirey
November 23, 2016
I send my deepest condolences to Dr. Nguyen 's children and their families. All that I read in his obituary confirmed my thinking he was a fine man. I knew him as a trusted and experienced doctor. He told me once he had delivered babies by candlelight during war years. He was always professional, caring, quietly confident and calm. All qualities appreciated in the delivery of four of my
seven children. He was from the generation where doctors delivered "their " babies , no matter the day or time. In my case one delivery was Christmas Eve 1977. He was there within minutes of being called. I hope he was not long from his family that evening.
In monthly checkups he used his wooden mallet stethoscope without fail.
I am pleased he enjoyed such a long and full life.
Most Sincerely Anne McKennirey
Peter Sloan
October 30, 2016
Dr. Nuyens delivered both my children at tha Riverside in '69 and '71 and (if he had stayed 8 more years), my grandkids too. Also, I know Mike and Connie as colleagues at STC so this is a double connection. Andreas had a good, long life full of achievement but sad nonetheless.
October 30, 2016
Dear Mike and Connie,
My sympathy to both of you and your family. What an incredible life Dr. Nuyens had. I do remember meeting him once other than at your wedding. It was at Billings Bridge a few(??) years ago and he was in remarkable shape. Truly a life well lived.
Liz Kostash
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Robin Meyers
October 29, 2016
My sincere condolences. Thinking of you and your family.
Becky Bertrand
October 28, 2016
My heartfelt condolences to you Monica,Denys,Alex and The Nuyens Family in the loss of your beloved Father and Grandfather. Peace be with all of you.
Denyse Mercier
October 28, 2016
My husband Jean mercier was always grateful when Dre came to visit him while . the friendship dated from the time they bought the building on Laurier to make it this office. We will always be thankful for the delivery of few of my children's babies. may you rest in peace
Denyse Mercier
Diana Gauthier
October 28, 2016
Sincere thanks to Dr. Nuyens, who helped me in a difficult situation at the birth of our daughter May 5, 1976 at the Riverside Hospital.
I won't ever forget his expertise and caring.
October 28, 2016
Mike,
I learned through the Citizen obituary that your father passed away. Please accept my condolences. I unfortunately cannot come in person to either the funeral home or the funeral itself, but be assured that my thoughts are with you on this occasion.
Cécile Wong (worked with you at GCG years back in case my name does not ring a bell!)
Patricia Hennessey
October 27, 2016
My sympathy Mike & Connie and all the Nuyens family. Although I didn't know Dr. Nuyens personally, I recall many times you spoke of him with much love and respect. May he rest in peace.
Glen Bugg
October 26, 2016
My condolences to Jim & Adrienne and all the Nuyens families. It is clear that your father had a significant impact in his long years of service to the community and beyond. May he rest in peace.
Fionnuala Dominguez
October 26, 2016
Sending comfort to Jim and Adrienne and family across the miles. What a huge impact Dr. Nuyens had on his family, his profession and the world through his charitable work. I know you will all miss him terribly, but be comforted to know he lived a long, useful and loving life. Much love, Leonel and Fionnuala Dominguez and Family.
Jeannette Noel
October 26, 2016
Sorry to hear of Dr.Nuyens death.He delivered all my 5 children from 1954to1963 at General Hosp. Then my last girl in 1969 at Riverside Hosp. He was a great Doctor. Our condolenses to all the Nuyens Family for your great loss.
Jeannette Noel
October 26, 2016
Sorry to hear of Dr.Nuyens passing.He delivered my five children from 1954 to 1963 at the General Hospital. Then our last Girl in 1969 at Riverside Hosp. He was a great Doctor and always soft speaking man. My husband & myself send our condolences to all the Nuyens Family.
Will Dekker Enckhof
October 26, 2016
I am so sorry to hear about Dr Nuyens passing. He and Jetty were long time friends, he delivered my firstborn and was always there if I had a problem , May God bless his Family . Rest in peace Dre.
Marie Hicks
October 26, 2016
So sorry to hear of Dr. Nuyens' passing. He delivered both my daughters by Caesarian in the '80s. He was a great doctor & a nice man. Our condolences to the family, especially Michael & Jim whom we also knew in the past.
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