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van Dyk; John Gregory

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van Dyk; John Gregory
We are saddened to announce the passing of our dear son, brother and uncle, John, on Sunday, November 28, 2021.

Born in Caledonia on July 17, 1960, he was the son of Riek (Spithoven)
van Dyk and the late Case van Dyk, the middle of nine children.

He graduated from North Queens Rural High in 1978 and from Lunenburg Vocational School with a Diploma in Welding in 1980. In 1995 he received a Diploma in Business Management. John was a great artist, a skilled welder, and a successful businessman. Most of all he was a loving son, caring sibling, and uncle extraordinaire. Over the past several years he provided compassionate care for our mom and dad and was a favorite uncle, much loved by his many nieces and nephews. John loved to read and watch educational shows. He was very intelligent, having a wealth of knowledge on many subjects and an ability to recall it in an instant. Puzzles and word games were among his favourite pastimes. John was part of a large caring family who loved him dearly. He will be greatly missed but we take comfort in knowing that he is at peace, free of cancer and his mental health challenges.

Besides his many nieces and nephews, John is survived by his mother Riek and siblings, Gerry (Bev), Anne Selig (Glen), Jeannie (John McLellan), Anthony, Bernadette McIntosh (Mike), Peter (Kim), Leo, Charles (Tammy Ingram).

As per John’s wishes there will be no visitation or service. No flowers by request, donations may be made to the Community Food Resource Network, Caledonia, or the North Queens Medical Center. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.chandlersfuneral.com

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  1. Michelle Smith-Nochasak

    Dear Riek, Gerry and Bev, Anne and Glen, Jeannie and John, Bernadette and Mike, Anthony, Peter and Kim, Leo, and Charles and Tammy, and to all family,

    I was so very sorry to hear of the passing of John. My prayers are with all of you in your time of loss. May you find comfort in the memories of him, and the loving support of one another.

  4. Diana Vernooij

    Dear family,

    Very sad to hear about John who passed away at sunday morning nov. 28th.
    Our condolances to all of you and we wish you all the strenght you need for the future while missing John in your great family.
    In Holland we have you in our thoughts and in our heart.
    Rest in peace John!

    Love from your aunt Annie Vernooij- van Dijk, my brothers and me (Diana)

  5. Max and Myra Holdright

    To all the van Dyk family..
    Max and I wish to express our deepest sympathy to you all.May you take comfort from each other and your memories

  6. Ingrid

    Dear family and friends of John
    Sincere condoleances from John, Ingrid (van Dijk), Isabella, Lou Ann, Joshua and Linette de Goeij. Wetaskiwin, AB, Canada
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all ….

  7. Elaine Frail

    Reik, Gerry, Anne, Jeanne, Anthony, Peter, Leo, Charles, Bernadette, and families:
    My deepest sympathy to each and everyone one of you who are dealing with the loss of a son, brother, or uncle. John’s passing will leave a huge void in your lives. May God comfort you as you grieve. RIP John.

  8. Judy Frail

    My sincere condolences to John’s family at this sad time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Years ago John and I spent a lot of time together with all our other friends. He was always so kind-hearted and friendly to everyone. And ohhh so funny! Rest easy John and keep on smiling.

  9. Bonnie Labrador & Jerry Mansfield

    To John’s Family and Friends
    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences.

  11. Kathryn

    Jeannie, John and family;
    Our condolences to you and your family. Sending hugs
    Bruce & Kathryn McNutt

  15. Darlene Connolly

    Charles, Tammy, Chandler and Daniel and to all other family members

    So sorry to read of the passing of your brother Charles. Sincere condolences to all of you.

  16. Donnie Veinot

    I’m so saddened to hear of John’s passing. My deepest sympathy to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers

  17. Callie

    So very sorry to read of John’s passing….. I remember his smile and rolled eyes when we were sitting in Agriculture Class in grade 11
    My condolences to all the family.
    Callie

  18. Engelina Crouse

    Bernadette and family,
    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now. May your memories give you comfort and peace. God bless.
    Engelina, Kevin, Trevor and Rachel Crouse

  20. Charlotte L. Parks

    To the van Dyk family
    I am so sorry to hear of John’ s passing. My condolences and hugs go out to you all. I will always remember John from the blueberry fields and i could most time get a smile from him. My favorite memory of him is watching him and Anthony chasing to cattle to get them back in the fence at Charles’s…

  21. Vernon & Joyce Hawkes

    Our condolences to Riek, Gerry, Anne, Jeannie, Anthony, Bernadette, Peter, Leo, and Charles. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this sad time. Treasure the memories. God Bless You All. Vernon and Joyce Hawkes

  23. Rodney Mansfield

    To the family: I worked for Johnny for a few years in the woods . He was a good boss and he left a lot of good memories. I was shocked and saddened to be reading this. Please accept my condolences.

  25. Pat and Jennifer Frail

    To all the Van Dyke Families

    Please accept our deepest condolences at this very sad time cherish all the wonderful memories you have and take comfort with each other your in our thoughts.

    Pat Jennifer and Family

  26. Russell Miller

    To the van Dyk family— I am shocked and saddened to hear of John’s passing. My memories of John are of a kind, compassionate and intelligent young man. May the closeness and support of your family offer you the strength to cope with your loss. My thoughts are with you all.

  27. David Schilling

    I was moved to read John Gregory van Dyk’s obituary and learn of his remarkable life. I do wish I could have met him. What a tremendous loss to the van Dyk family and all those who call him friend. I send my sincere condolences and prayers to the family at this time, especially John’s sister Jeannie van Dyk. May the healing power of love and the many memories keep John present, this day and always. Blessing, David Schilling

  28. Patricia Conrad

    To the Van dyk Family So sorry to hear about John,he will be missed by all who knew him,Patsy and Arthur

  29. Gaylene Sabine

    Our sincere condolences to the entire family for the sad loss of son, brother and uncle John. It is hard to imagine how you are facing this tragic event in your lives. May the special memories of happy times together be a constant comfort and make you smile when the days are tough. God bless you everyone. RIP John.
    Gaylene and Keith

  30. Charlene Tattrie

    To all the van Dyk family…we are so sorry to hear of John’s passing… our thoughts and prayers are with u all… treasure your memories Sending hugs. Xox sincerely

  32. Lauri Huskins-Baxter

    To all of John’s family,
    My sincere condolences to you and your family’s.
    May you all treasure your wonderful memories.
    Rest In Peace.

  33. marjorie &dck thompson

    mrs vandyk, jeannie and all–do know you are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come

  36. robert oris winters

    sorry to hear of the passing of your brother john my thoughts are with you and your family

  38. Riet de Wit

    lieve zus wat een verdrietig bericht. Riek ik wens je heel veel steun en sterkte met het verlies van John. ook namens Peter en Giny Ton en Silvia Liesbeth en Pim en Petra. Ik schrijf je binnenkort. Lieve groet aan allemaal

  39. Norma Stevens

    Anne and Families,

    So very sorry for your great loss, thinking of you with prayers, may all the wonderful memories comfort you always.

  40. Darrell Freeman

    To the family,
    I remember John well from high school, being only one year behind him. My sincere condolences to you all. May all the happy memories of your time together be a consolation to you at this very sad time.

  42. Paul & Betty Densmore

    Jeanne and Family, Paul and I are sadden to read of the passing of your brother John. Our prayers are with you and your family. Hugs

  43. Donna Macnutt & Garret Acker

    This was a total shock , our deepest sympathy to the Vandyk family , John was a great man and a hard worker ,and had the kindest heart, he will be sadly missed by all.

  44. Laurie Ells

    Dear Riek and family, We are shocked to hear of your loss, we have know your family for along time and want you to know our hearts and prayers are with all of you .
    Sincerely, Laurie and Bonnie Ells

  45. Terry &Sheila DeLong

    Our sincere condolences. He would drop into the credit union on various times & he was friendly & knew what he wanted. Terry would drop into the garage on the farm & talk to John while Anthony dug worms for a fishing trip. May you carry precious memories with you. RIP John.

  48. Heather Nortis

    My deepest sympathy to Riek and all the van Dyk family on John’s passing. He is at peace and I know Casey was waiting for him with open arms. May you all find peace and comfort in your memories.
    Heather (O’Flaherty) Norris

  49. Jeannette Lewis

    My thoughts and prayers go out to John families .He will be remembered by all who knew him.My Condolence

  50. Jeff and Erin Ingram

    Tammy, Charles and boys,
    So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother, uncle and brother in law. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

  51. Alice and Rev Royce Getson

    Our most heartfelt condolences to all the family and friends of John. May his memories flood your minds to bring you peace and comfort in the days to come. Now he is at peace with no more pain.

  52. Karen Beliveau

    So sorry to hear of John’s passing . . . hard to lose a son and brother. I have a wonderful picture taken way back in 1975 of Michel with John and Anthony. May all of the wonderful memories keep him near and dear.

  53. marjorie rhodenizer

    So sorry to hear John has passed away. I remember him as a very shy little boy when i worked their, back in 66. All the van Dyk’s kid were great back then and still are. Give Reik a hug for me. I know Johnnie is with Case now and he is happy there to. Don’t grieve but have faith he is in good hands. Marjorie

  54. marjorie rhodenizer

    So sorry to hear about Johnnie, Our deepest sympathy are send to Reik and family members. Guy Legault and family.

  58. Ralph & Karen Lohnes

    Our thoughts are with you all, at this very sad time. Remembering John in school, we always had good laughs. RIP JOHN

  59. Kim Masland, MLA

    To John’s Family,

    Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for your loss. I hope your many memories that you have shared with John comfort your hurting hearts. Please know my thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. Take care of one another. My sincere condolences.

  60. LAWRENCE DELONG

    My deepest sympathy and condolences to the van Dyk family on John’s passing. I remember him well from NQRHS as Anthony and I were in the same graduation class of ’77, John the following year, ’78 and Jeannie a year ahead of us, in ’76. Rest In Peace John.

  61. Susan Ross

    My dear Reik, Gerry, Anne, Jeannie, Anthony, Burnadette, Peter, Leo and Charles and families I am so shocked and saddened to read of John’s passing. I am so sorry. I will always cherish my memories of our youth playing and working together on weekends and summers, racoon pets, birthing pigs, birthdays and trying to fly with cardboard wings tied to arms with bailing twine. Was that John’s idea?

    Much Love to you all.

    Sue Ross

  62. Angelique

    Dear family,

    We are so sorry to hear about of John’s passing. Our condoleances to all the family.
    Cherish all the wonderful memories you have.
    Our thoughts are with you all.
    Bertil, Angelique, Joost en Pauline
    (Angelique is the daughter of Peter and Jeanne Kuijer-Van Dijk)

  63. Andrew Ross

    To the van dyk family
    John was one of my first real friends many years ago. We did alot together, mostly outside in the fields rivers and woods. He was a great guy who worked very hard, enjoyed adventure, challenges and life.
    He had a shy smile, as seen by his picture, that made people happy.
    I will miss my old friend and remember the memories

  64. sean layden

    Dear Leo and family.

    Sorry to read about your recent loss.

    Please accept my sympathies.

    Sincerely, Sean Layden ( Dartmouth ) .

  65. Mike and Debbie Frelick

    Charles, Tammy and all of the VanDyk family members so sorry for your loss, take care.

  66. Robert Fader

    Gerry, Anthony, your Mom & family:
    I have known your Mom and Dad since they made North Queens their home. In addition to their children, they brought many good things to the area.
    Please accept my very sincere condolences at this sad and difficult time.

  67. Pansy Ford

    Sorry to hear of John’s passing. Heartfelt condolences to all of the family, know that you are in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.

  68. Nico van Dijk

    Dear Riek, Gerry & Bev, Anne & Glen, Jeanny & John, Bernadette & Mike, Anthony, Peter & Kim, Leo, Charles & Tammy and all of the family and friends,

    We feel very sorry about the passing of John and offer you our condolences. We feel confident that you will be comforted by the solidarity of your beautiful loving family and friends and also in your memories of John.

    Love and sympathy from Casey’s family in the Netherlands:
    Annie, Toon & Joke, Herman & Truus, Gerard & Anna, Harrie & Tonnie, Nico and each of our children and grandchildren.

  69. Ans de Bruijn

    Dear family,

    What a very sad message.
    John shall be missed.
    Our sincerre condolences.
    Our thougst are with you all.
    Love, Annie, sister of Riek.
    Rutger, Ans, Anna en Emma
    Kees en Sjanie
    Tony en Marijke
    Hans en Reini

  70. Heather (Nickerson) Pelham

    Robie and I would like to pass along our condolences on the passing of your son and brother John. It sounds like John accomplished a lot over the years. Please know that we are thinking of you all during this difficult time. ❤️

  71. Marilyn McGinty-cobb & Chuck McGinty

    Reik & family
    Chuck & I are sending our condolences on the passing of John. You are in our thoughts.

  72. George & June Reagh

    Gerry, Bev and families we want to express our sympathy for your loss and to let you know that our thoughts are with you all during this very difficult time. George & June

  74. Judy Cole

    To Riek, all your “ kids “, and their families. Such a very sad time, and my thoughts and prayers are with you. I have so many great memories of the special connections with all of you over the years, home, school and community. Keep all your best memories close, as they, along with the passing of time, will help ease the ache in your hearts. Love and hugs, Judy, and Eric too of course.

  75. sandi simms

    My sincere condolences on the loss of John. Hope you find comfort with each other and cherish all your memories.

  77. Richard Smith

    To Reik and all the Van Dyk family,
    We would like to express our deepest sympathy on the passing of John. He will be sadly missed. He always had a quick wit and a ready smile.

    Richard, Nancy, Arlene

  78. Rob and Sandra Carver

    To The VanDyk Family,

    We are sad to hear of John’s passing. Our sincere condolences to all of you. Treasure your beautiful memories and remember you’re good times together as a family. Sending prayers and blessings.

  79. Annette and Leon Thompson

    Dear Casey and the van Dyk Family,

    We’re sorry for your loss. Grief takes time and there are no short cuts. May the memories you shared with John help and heal you through these difficult days.

    Sending love, light and healing prayers.

    Annette and Leon

  80. Leigh and Cathy Merry

    Sorry to hear of Johns passing .John and I worked together at Stenpro years ago a good fellow and good worker!!May he RIP!

  81. Dennis & Sharon Wills

    So sorry to hear of John’s passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy and our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be missed by all who knew him.
    Dennis & Sharon

  82. Charlotte Butt

    Bernadette and Family,
    Sending our deepest sympathies at the loss of your dear brother/uncle and son. May he rest in God’s eternal peace.
    Charlotte, Byron and Angelina Butt

  83. Stephen and Lynn Martin

    Our most sincere and deepest sympathy to all the vanDyk family. May time heal your grief as you recall the most precious times that you spent with your loved one. Thinking and praying for you all at this most sad time.

  84. Stew Horton

    Gerry,

    On behalf of the board at South Shore Opportunities I want to express our condolences to you and your family on the passing of your brother.

    Stew Horton

  85. Judith and Lloyd

    We are so saddened to hear of John’s passing. Sending love to Leo and his family during this challenging time. All our best to the whole family.

  87. Margaret Lamb

    My very sincere condolences to each family member. I did not know John however my late husband and I very fortunate to know other family members and if John was half as nice as the ones we hold dear , he was indeed an amazing man . May God hold each of you close as you grieve .

  88. Sadie Mac Askill (Huskins)

    So sorry to hear of John’s passing. My sincere condolences to Reik and all of the Van Dyk family at this difficult time.

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