January 23, 1926 – March 16, 2015
Maria, our beloved Mam, mother in law, Oma, G.G. “Shorty” and “Oma Maria”, was received peacefully into the arms of Jesus, whom she loved and served throughout her life. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Herman, her sister Tini and brothers Jan and Dick in the Netherlands, and great grandson “sweet” Casey Armstrong. In her final days Maria was lovingly surrounded by her family and is now re united with Herman.
Maria was born in the Netherlands and immigrated to Canada in May of 1957 with Herman and their five children. Herma (Don) Coutts, Jan (Sandra) Bergink, Joke Bergink, Barenda (Roland) Dupuis, Adriaan (Francine) Bergink. She will be missed by her relatives in the Netherlands. Maria has always had a passion for children and she dedicated her entire life to her husband and her family. She will be greatly missed by her children and all who knew her, especially her grandchildren: Carolyn (Russ) Lucas, Jonathan (Melissa) Borgens, Matthew Bergink, Jennifer Veselisin (Steve), Andrew (Anais) Bergink, Elysse (Tim) Waller, Heather Bergink, Simon Bergink, Emily Bergink, Stephanie Bergink, great grandchildren: Brent, Savonnah, Lina, Dominik, Kira, Zachary, Karson, Avaya, Yardley, Linden and Lorrie Anderson and the children of Precious Jewels Ministry Philippines. Maria will be fondly remembered for the hundreds of socks she knit for all who were dear to her heart. The family would like to thank the staff of Kiwanis Pavilion for their loving care of our mother.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to PRECIOUS JEWELS MINISTRY c/o PO Box 5528, Victoria, BC, V8R 6S4.
A family burial has taken place prior to a public Celebration of Life for Maria on March 31st at 1:00 pm at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church in Sidney, BC. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
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Wendy Hall
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Frances Morgan Taylor I was saddened to learn of Maria’s passing. I always used to chat with her when I visited Mum at Kiwanis Pavillion as we reminisced about Cordova Bay and St. David’s. I know what the last few years must have been like and trust that the many beautiful memories you have of her will help at this difficult time.
My deepest condolences,
Frances Taylor
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Rae Owens Many wonderful stories I recall filled with laughter shared by daughter Barenda. I was pleased to meet Maria during her visit to Courtenay. A remarkable woman who lived a faithful life.
With you in sorrow and joy.
Blessings Rae
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pam wilkinson What a beautiful tribute to are very much loved and cherished lady.
She certainly lived her whole life with faith and integrity.
And I do remember the warm and wonderful socks!
Love from Pam
My condolences on the passing of your mother…..I remember her as such a wonderful person, many years ago in Cordova Bay