GOVERS: To the world you were one person: to our family you were the world. On May 20, 2022 the Govers Family lost their heart, their soul and the tie that bound them together. At the age of 86, Mary (Suykerbuyk) Govers of Crediton passed peacefully at Strathmere Lodge, Strathroy, where she was a resident for the past ten months. Wife and Soulmate to John for 64 years. Mother and confidant to Rick (Marg), Mary-Ann (Steve) and the late Ken (Deana) who she will meet with a smile as they reunite. Always waiting with open arms and willing to drop everything for her grandchildren: Kim Govers (Chris), Dave Govers (Sarah), Greg Govers (Lindsey), Michelle Koricina, Matt Koricina (Brittany), Emily Govers (Jordan), Colleen Govers and Lindsay Govers (Ryan). Great Grandma to nine, who brought her so much joy: Lizzie Dorak; Jason, Wyatt, and Charlotte Govers; William, Madelyn, and Olivia Govers; and Brayden and Parker Koricina. A limb has fallen from our family tree that says grieve not for me, remember the best times, the laughter, the song, the good life I lived when I was strong. Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma – Our family thanks you.
“To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die.”
Remembered by Mary and Johns siblings in Holland and in Canada along with their many nieces, nephews and their families. Visitation for family and friends will commence at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, Mount Carmel on Tuesday, May 24 at 10 a.m. followed by the Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. The Rev. Fr. Vince Gulikers celebrant. Interment Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cemetery. Memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society, Canadian Cancer Society or charity of choice would be appreciated. T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood entrusted with arrangements.
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Shelly Toornstra
Thoughts and Prayers to you all. it was always a pleasure waiting on her at work. I have missed our visit and her beautiful smile. Cherish all your wonderful memories of an amazing lady❤️
Bill & Joanne Hodge
Deepest sympathies to the entire family. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. She was a lovely hard working lady.
Anne chute
Sending all the family heartfelt condolences. I have very fond memories of your whole family and especially of Mary. May your personal memories aid you in healing and remembering the best of her. Anne (Lenders) and Ric Chute
Joanne Melady
Dear John and family, Tom and I send our condolences. Riet was such a kind and sincere person who was always interested in how we were doing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Yours,
Tom and Joanne Melady
Brenda and Gerald Lenders
Dear John, Rick, Mary-Ann, Deana and your families,
Sending our heartfelt condolences on the loss of a very dear woman – one you proudly called wife, mother, grandmother. It has been many years, but we fondly recall chats with her at Lenders’ family functions – always delightful, warm and inviting, and very good friends to my mother and father in law. More recently, seeing her weekly at Strathmere, I found myself wishing she could converse with my Mom, also a resident there. So much in common -both strong farm wives, and sadly, both becoming more frail with age.
We have no words to ease your sorrow, but may you take comfort in your love for each other, and the wonderful memories she has left you all with. They will be your treasures and last a lifetime. We will remember her.
With deepest sympathy,
Gerald and Brenda Lenders
Joyce Feher
John and family
Deepest sympathy to you on your loss. “Riet” as my mom always referred to her, was a much beloved cousin of the Roks family and it was always good to see your family at our many extended family events. Family reunions which included a lively game of prisoners base were especially fun. Thinking of you❤️
Joyce(Vanos) Feher
Harriet Vander Burgt
So very sorry to hear of Marys passing. She was a kind and caring woman and loved dearly by so many. Sending love and deepest condolences at this sad time❤️
Jim Dietrich
Sincere sympathy to all the family, so sorry for your loss/
Jim & Linda Dietrich
Cees en Rianne Govers
Condolences to Uncle Jan and children and grandchildren on the loss of Aunt Mary. May the Beautiful memories of her help you the coming weeks.
Cees and Rianne Govers
Evelyn Vincent
To Mary’s family
The world has lost a gentle, loving person. May God grant peace and comfort
Karina van Ackeren-Govers
Dear aunt Mary. So sorry to hear that you are no longer among us. We remember you as a great woman with lots of energy and always ready to help. We spend some fantastic holidays with you and your family in Canada. We will never forget. Not my parents, Jac and Mien Govers, not us, Fons and Karina and most certainly not my children, Rob, Thom and Nicky.
We always felt at home. Thank you for that.
You will always be in our hearts ♥️
You will always be in our hearts.
Barb McCann
Sincere sympathy John and family, on Mary’s passing. What a beautiful soul Mary was. Always a smile and friendly hello whenever our paths crossed.
Larry and Barb McCann
Elaine Corbett
My deepest sympathies to you in the loss of Mary. I always enjoyed speaking and dealing with Mary! She was a kind lady. Cherish your memories to help you through this difficult time and the days ahead. Sincerely Elaine Corbett