Elsa Lodewyk

Elsa Lodewyk

Elsa Lodewyk Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 17 to Feb. 18, 2011.
LODEWYK, Elsa Marie April 18, 1992 - February 14, 2011 Early on the morning of February 14, 2011, Elsa Marie Lodewyk passed away to be with her Lord. She will be lovingly remembered by her parents, Sid and Trish; her brother, Daniel; her sister, Rachael; her Opa and Oma, John and Martha Jonker; many uncles and aunts; and her many cousins and special friends. Elsa is now in heaven with her Pake and Beppe, Eise and Minke Lodewyk; her uncle, Clarence; and her cousin, Jeff. Elsa came into this world with many challenges, limitations and needs that were wonderfully met by the people God sent into her life. She reflected love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. We praise God for His enduring faithfulness in providing for Elsa and our family. Elsa touched the lives of many family members, caregivers and teachers who helped her family look after her and we thank God for these wonderful people. Special thank-you's to Dr. Lyle McGonigle, Evelyn Krabbendam, and Kathy Doornenbal who showed Elsa such respect and loving care. A Memorial Service to celebrate Elsa's life will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. at the Inglewood Christian Reformed Church on the corner of 113 Avenue and 124 Street, with Pastor John Ooms leading. Those who desire may make donations to the Children's Ability Fund, 10024 - 164 Street N.W., Edmonton, T5P 4Y3. www.childrensabilityfund.ca . To send condolences, please visit www.fostermcgarvey.com Foster and McGarvey Funeral Home Downtown Chapel 780-428-6666 Over 80 years of Service

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February 24, 2011

Shirley Walker posted to the memorial.

February 19, 2011

Lusy Anderson posted to the memorial.

February 19, 2011

Gail De Haan posted to the memorial.

14 Entries

Shirley Walker

February 24, 2011

Hello Trish,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I pray God will give you comfort & peace as Elsa enjoys eternal blessings in heaven.

Lusy Anderson

February 19, 2011

Dear Sid and Family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope the cherished memories you have of your daughter will help to sustain you during this difficult time.

Gail De Haan

February 19, 2011

Dear Trish and Family, so sorry for your loss. Treasure all the wonderful memories of Elsa. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

February 19, 2011

Februari 19, 2011
Beste Familie Lodewyk.
Hierbij condoleren wij jullie met het verlies van jullie dochter Elsa Marie. Fijn dat jullie troost kunnen finden in jullie geloof.
Veel sterkte gewenst in de komennde tijden.
Aldert en Mieke Hesseling.

Aldert en Mieke Hesseling

February 19, 2011

Beste Familie Lodewyk.
Hierbij condoleren we jullie, met het verlies van jullie dochter, Elsa Marie.
Fijn dat jullie steun hebben in jullie geloof, te weten dat ze het nu beter heeft.
Veel sterkte voor nu en in de toekomst.
Aldert en Mieke Hesseling. Appingedam Holland

Denise Masse

February 18, 2011

My sincere condolence to your family on the loss of your daughter. May God's grace give you peace in the days to come.
GOD'S LOAN
 
I'll lend to you for a little time,
A child of "mine" he said,
For you to love the while she lives
And mourn for when she's dead.
 
It may be six or seven years,
Or twenty-two or three,
But will you , till I call for her
Take care of her for me?
 
She'll bring her charms to gladden you,
And should her stay be brief,
You'll have her lovely memories
As solace for your grief.
 
I cannot promise she will stay,
Since all from earth return,
But there are lessons taught down there
I want this child to learn.
 
I've looked this wide world over,
In my search for teachers true,
And from the throngs that crowned Life's lanes
I have selected you.
 
Now will you give her all your love,
Not think the labour vain,
Nor hate me when I come to call
To take her back again.
 
I fancied that I hear them say,
"Dear Lord, Thy Will Be done"
For all the joys "Thy Child" shall bring,
The risk of grief we'll run.
 
We'll shelter her with tenderness
We'll love her while we may,
And for the happiness we've known
Forever grateful stay.
 
But should the angels call for her
Much sooner than we planned,,
We'll brave the bitter grief that comes
And try to understand.
 
Sincerely
A Breaven Mother

Margaret Fairbairn

February 18, 2011

You have my sincere condolences on the loss of your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Michele Christensen

February 18, 2011

Dear Trish and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. Am sending a quick note as I will not be able to attend the funeral as I am out of town.

Barbara Lodewyk

February 18, 2011

I didn't know your beautiful Daughter or her kind spirit but I am a Lodewyk too, I ran across the Guest Book and wanted to pay may respect to you, her family and all the wonderful people who helped her. God Bless

February 17, 2011

Dear Trish and Sid. From Red Deer AB. Christian Sympathie with the passing away from Elsa your daughter.
With Christian Greetings ! Dan and Tini Wind

February 17, 2011

Dear Trish Sid Rachael Daniel My thoughts are with you all .I will remember the captivating look of intelligence and awareness in the eyes of Elsa .She touched us greatly and will be missed and now enjoying the eternal Blessings in Heavan..
Love ; Uncle Bill Lethbridge Ab:

Tanice Mast

February 17, 2011

Dear Mr and Mrs Lodewyk
I can still remember the first day I met her when I was in grade one. Vividly. She really changed my perspective of the world. She was a remarkable person that I am blessed to have interacted with.

February 17, 2011

Dear Sid Trish Daniel Rachael
May you feel comfortwith the lasting memories of Elsa
May God bestow His grace and be with you in this time We will continue to pray for all of you and our thinking of all of you She is now with the Lord being made perfectly whole
How great is our God Thinking of you and prayingfor you
love uncle Okko &aunt Audrey

February 17, 2011

We will miss Elsa and her kind and gentle ways. Brian Fairbanks Family
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