Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Mrs. Averena May Verlaan
1941 - 2015
Mrs. Averena May Verlaan
1941 - 2015
Obituary
Guest Book
BORN
1941
DIED
2015
Averena Verlaan Obituary
Rena graduated from Gladstone High School before working as practical nurse for 3 years at Mt. St. Joseph's Hospital. She married Leo Verlaan in 1962. Rena went on to live a full life as a beautiful mother and friend to all that were blessed to have known her.
Rena will be in our hearts and thoughts forever. She will be loved and missed by Leo, sons Paul, Vince, Elliott, daughter Natalie, and son-in-law Donny Longo. Rena nurtured, loved and cherished her grandchildren Michaela, Claire, Camden, Brendan, Cole, Averena and Janessa.
Rena is survived by sister Eira and brother William as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, and great long-time friends. She is predeceased by sister Maira, brothers Lewis, Rees, Marty, Butch (Phyl) and her beloved niece Lori and nephew Kevin.
We will all remember and celebrate the incredible woman Rena was and the lifetime of memories that we will treasure forever.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Paul Verlaan's Whistler Gran Fondo ride for the BC Lung Association at http://bit.ly/1KqVaCC or to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Soc-Cda at www.llscanada.org
Condolences are welcome on Rena's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/averena.verlaan
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
21 Entries
July 23, 2016
Rena, Danny and I miss you so much. You were like family to us. There isn't a day that goes by that we don't laugh about memories we had with you. You were such a best friend to both of us. We take great comfort in that. Love you forever. Janis and Danny
Ethel M. Cook
March 30, 2016
The Immediate and extended Verlaan Family.
I liked Rena a lot, she was my sisters friend, I was out of touch for about the last 20 years, thought of her often, did not know she had left our world, until the passing of my sister Ande. Kind thoughts and fond Memories of a great girl,
Ethel Cook
October 13, 2015
October 13, 2015
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
October 13, 2015
October 13, 2015
October 13, 2015
October 13, 2015
October 13, 2015
October 13, 2015
October 13, 2015
August 17, 2015
Rena, Danny and I miss you more each day. We feel the pain that your whole family is going through. I keep waiting for you to appear at our door to take me shopping. You were so lively and spunky and the best friend we could ever ask for. Lots love to all of the verlaan families
Janis and Danny Williams
Bert & Andrew Middelburg
August 9, 2015
Our sincere condolences to the Verlaan family.
Mary & Dave Lindsay
August 4, 2015
Our Deepest condolences to Renas family.We only heard this sad news yesterday . Rena was a ray of sunshine whenever we met. Always friendly & a pleasure to be around.She will be sadly missed by Dave & I we always looked forward to seeng her in Quaywest building.The world has lost one of the best.
Paul & Ande Lea Lachance
August 1, 2015
Our sincerest sympathies to the Verlaan & Jones' families. She was a great and very colourful person. She just lit up everyones life when she walked into a room. She will be missed and the memories will bring many smiles.
Tamara Warner
August 1, 2015
Much love and reminders of the fantastic moments you lived with each other, as family. Hugs coming your way for your family. Lean on us all, as we are here to support your family.
Cameron & Diane Cascon
July 30, 2015
Dear Leo & Family,
This is a difficult time to weather. Losing a life's partner is so tragic.
Take heart that you & "Rena" enjoyed life to the fullest.
Having lost a son four tears ago we know your pain & share your Grief. May your happy memories sharing one anothers' life provide a balm for your pain.
Good luck & good wishes in the time ahead.
Larry Bailey
July 29, 2015
To the Verlaan & Jones families I offer my sincere condolences. I first met Rena in 1969 when I moved from Alaska to Vancouver, & she always treated me as a speical person whenever I was in her presence. God bless you & keep you forever in his arms. Larry Bailey
dec 6.1981 kevin's baptism. rena and leo verlaan godparents
anita jones
July 29, 2015
anita jones
July 29, 2015
rena always made room in her life for close friends and relatives and was there for you in time of need. Best sister in law, will be truly missed by all.
Gina Adair
July 29, 2015
A smile that lit up the room, a heart that blessed all who knew her, an energy that gave her family wings to grow & succeed....an inspiration to so many....May her love of life & others shine on as her legacy...& may she rest easy now, knowing she is so lovingly remembered for her dignity, grace....and unwavering spirit....Blessings to the family & strength as the difficult times turn to poignant happy memories of this beauty....RIP Averena....
Showing 1 - 21 of 21 results
3789 Royal Oak Ave, Burnaby, BC V5G3M1
Make a Donation
in Averena Verlaan's name
How to support Averena's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Averena Verlaan's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
