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Egbert REITSMA Obituary
August 23, 1939-February 11, 2016
(Retired-Ontario Hydro)
Passed away peacefully in the Almonte Fairview Manor Thursday morning, February 11, 2016. Bert Reitsma of Arnprior, formerly of Fitzroy Harbour in his 77th year. Beloved husband of Patricia (Shideler) Reitsma. Much loved father of Tricia Skorupinski (William) and Greg Reitsma (Cynthia). Loving Grandpa-Honey/Poppa of Johnny, Brandon, Ella, Ryan, Dylan, Charlotte and Colson. Predeceased by brothers Hank (late Ann) and John (late Blanche). Survived by brothers Ed (late Marion), Dick (late Isabel), Gerrit (Connie) and Anton (Faye) and sister Akke TeWinkel (late Albert). Dear brother-in-law of John Shideler (Suzanne), Betty Shideler and Janet Shideler (Ray). Bert will also be missed by many nieces and nephews. Son of the late Dirk and Hendrikje Reitsma. A special thank you to Dr. McKillop and the staff of Fairview Manor, Heritage House for their loving care of Bert. Visitations at the Boyce Funeral Home, 138 Daniel Street North, Arnprior Sunday from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Memorial Service Monday February 15, 2016 in the Boyce Chapel at 11:00 a.m. Spring interment Whyte's Cemetery, Fitzroy Harbour. In memoriam donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by his family. Condolences/Tributes/ Donations at www.boycefuneralhome.ca.
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ella
May 3, 2023
i love you so much papi
Kay & Rolly Milford
February 17, 2016
To All the Reitsma Families.
Our Condolence in the Passing of Bert.
As time passes through this difficult time, it will get easier thinking of the fond Memories He left with You "All"
Bert was truly a wonderful person with a Great Sense of Humor!
Kay Milford & Rolly Charron
February 15, 2016
To the family, our sympathies on your loss. We have many wonderful memories.
Bruce & Cheryl Jefferies
February 15, 2016
Bert was a great community leader and library advocate. He kept his sense of humour throughout his political career - no easy feat! He will be sincerely missed.
Brenda and Mel Robertson
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Brian Lathem
February 14, 2016
To the Reitsma family
Sorry for your loss.Brt will be long remembered in The Harbour
Sherry Gauthier
February 13, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with your family.
Lee Wainwright
February 13, 2016
My deepest sympathies are extended to all members of the Reitsma family. I have so many great memories of the years spent with Bert during his terms as Councillor for West Carleton. Bert was a great supporter of the Fire Department and worked hard for us on Fire Committee. Bert always had time to chat whenever we ran into each other. His wit will be missed. May you rest in peace Bert knowing that you are appreciated by all who knew you.
Steve Stewart Dolores Penney
February 13, 2016
Condolences to the Reitsma family. Bert will be missed by the community
February 13, 2016
To all the Reitsma family, we send our condolences and know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna and Lou
February 12, 2016
OUR DO DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO PAT AND FAMILY, HE WAS A GOOD MAN
Christian Brydges
February 12, 2016
So sorry to hear this news. The Reitsma family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Terry Boland
February 12, 2016
My deepest sympathies to Pat, all the family and friends on Bert's passing. Bert was a good man and friend. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Helen Parish
February 12, 2016
To all the Reitsma families please accept my condolences, many fond memories of our times together. RIP dear friend.
February 12, 2016
Leo and I have fond memories of all the connections with our families over the years. School,township and the library. Bert will be greatly missed by all. Barbara and Leo Enright
Francine Glandon
February 12, 2016
Tony, Faye, the boys, daughters-in-law, grandkids as well as to the entire family. Please accept our sincere condoleances at this very difficult time. Unfortunately we will not be able to attend the service since we are presently in Florida but you are in our prayers.
Thinking of you
Francine Glandon, Guy and the family
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Sandra & Jim Francis
February 12, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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