After many years of suffering, surrounded by her family the Lord called home Annie on January 11, 2022 of Exeter at the age of 86. Beloved wife of Jerry for over 51 years. Loving mother of Edwin Cosman (Christie) of Simcoe, Dave Boersma (Amy) of Exeter, Norma Vanderlaan (Al) of Exeter. Proud Oma of Erik, Lisa (Jared and Great Oma of Logan), Jenna (Lachlan); Jared, Tyler, Drew, Kelsey; Danielle (Joe), Kevin, Rachel. Dear sister of Pete Damsma, Ida Damsma, Lientje Kroodsma, Tinie Damsma. And sister – in-law of Jannie Elgersma (Steve) and Peter Boersma (Audrey). Missed by many nieces, and nephews. Predeceased by brothers Hank, Andy, and sisters-in-law Sandra Damsma, and Shirley Branderhorst.
Annie loved her family very much and will be missed by all who knew her.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, EXETER on Thursday from 6-8 PM. Due to Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, each person must RSVP for the visitation, please click “Register Now” below, to register.
A private family funeral service will be held on Friday, January 14th at 1 PM. Rev. Zekveld Officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery. Though the service is private, the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh.
Donations to Heart & Stroke Foundation or South Huron Hospital Foundation would be appreciated.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Gail Dietrich
Dear Jerry and family : Jeoff and I wish to send our sadness for your loss. Annie was a wonderful Lady. We enjoyed so much visiting with Annie and you too Jerry. You and Annie will always be special in our hearts. Annie did have a great amount of pain and will be at peace in heaven.
Sandra Newton
To the Boersma Family,
I was saddened to hear of your mother’s passing. It is an enormous loss for your family. I wish to extend my deepest, sympathy and prayerful assurance. God’s peace to you.
Sandra Newton
Peter Darbishire
Ed, Dave and the Boersma family,
I was sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences.
Tim and Teresa Wolfert
Uncle Jerry and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. We remember fondly the times when you and Annie would get together with Joe and Pat; you brought a lot of joy to their lives. May you experience God’s peace and comfort.
Don and Brenda Triebner
Jerry, Edwin, Norma, Dave and families,
Our deepest sympathies at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Julie
Annie was a beautiful delight to this world. You will be missed,
I was her PSW at times but we became great friends
Steve and Kim Poortinga
Our sincere condolences to the entire family. We know how loved she was and pray you will feel his comfort during this difficult time.
Steve & Kim Poortinga and family
Lientje and Ida
Dear Gerard, Edwin, Norma, David and family,
We still can’t believe that your beloved wife and (grand)mother and our beloved sister Annie isn’t among us anymore. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and – same as for you – the passing of Annie left a big hole in our hearts that can’t be filled. We’re comforted with the thoughts that Annie is no longer in pain and joined our parents and brothers Ankie and Henk in heaven. It hurts that we weren’t at the funeral service yesterday, but we felt strongly connected with you while watching the service online.
Lientje and Ida
Mary Keenan
Norma
I’m sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers 🙏 ❤️
Gaylan and Evelyn Josephson
Dave, Amy and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Gaylan and Evelyn
Wayne Gingerich
Dave, Amy and the Boersma family
We’re so sorry to hear of your loss . Please accept our deepest sympathies. May you be comforted by our Heavenly Father during this time.
With love
Wayne & Anita
Bill & Linda Russell
Our sincere condolences to the Boersma family on the passing of our former Airport Line neighbour, Annie. May your treasured memories along with the support of family & friends comfort you, give you strength & ease your sadness.
Fenja Damsma
From Spain.
My sincere condolences to Annie´s dearest family.
Lieve, lieve Annie, rust zacht.
Het Dockummer´s lokaaltje wordt helaas steeds leger.
Fenja Damsma
(Henk´s daughter)
Janet Corbett
Our sincere condolences to all of you. May you sense the comfort and peace at this difficult time. Annie is free from suffering and with her Saviour.
Jeff and Janet Corbett
Joanne Streutker
Annie was God’s child, and He took her home.
My sympathy to Her caring and loving family. Our Lord will comfort you.
I will miss my friend, the end of a chapter
Ellen
From the Netherlands my condoleances. She was an introvert and sweet aunt, sister of my father. May her soul find peace in the universe.
Keith & Wendy Weighell
Our Deepest Sympathy to Jerry and his family. Our thoughts are with all of you at this time. She will be missed, but never forgotten.
Tony Vanderlaan
Dave and Amy, Norma and Al, and Family
Our deepest sympathy for your families with the passing away of your Mom.. We know that she is in a far better place but the loss and hurt will still run deep.. Draw on the strength and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ. He will carry you through. We presently are under Covid protocols and will not be able to attend the visitation and service but know that you are in our prayers. Blessings to you all.
Tony and Clara Vanderlaan and family.
Frieda Zandbergen
Jerry , Ed, Dave ,Norma and families,
My heartfelt sympathies in the loss of Annie. May the Lord comfort you and keep you in this time.
Tammy Rice
We just wanted to share our condolences with you all! Sending lots of prayers and thoughts your way! We are so so sorry for your loss. Hug each other tight.
Sincerely, Tammy (co-worker of Amy) & Tim
Kelly & Barry Hodgins
Norma, Al and family
Sending our sincere condolences to you and your family. I know your Mom will be greatly missed. Hugs
Melinda
I’m so sorry for your loss. Tante Annie was such a special lady. I have so many fond memories of Christmases shared with her and uncle Jerry. And I will always remember her delicious pannekoeken! She was always so stylish and sophisticated. And that smile could warm any heart. She will be greatly missed by many.
Jannie
Dear Boersma family.
My sincere condolences with the loss of your wife, mother and grandmother.
Karl and I will miss her. She was a kind and loving person. Beautiful on the inside and out.
Karl and Jannie
Antoinette
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Greetings. Chris Antoinette and family
Carol Windsor
Dave, Norma & Al and families
Very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are all in my thoughts at this difficult time.
Fred and Aileen Knip
Jerry, Ed, Norma, Dave and families
Our deepest condolence to the loss of Annie. Annie was a dear friend to both of our parents, Harry and Karen Knip and Harry and Ann Klungel. We both have wonderful memories of the cottage parties every year and sitting around the campfires with Annie with great discussions and drinks.. She was a gem and will be missed!
Joanne van Wieren
My condolences to the Boersma family. May God give you the strength to go on. I will keep you all in my prayers and in my thoughts.
Joanne Van Wieren
Faye and Larry Skinner
Norma, Al and family:
We are thinking of you at this time and send our deepest condolences. We wish you peace and comfort as you grieve this loss.
Larry and Faye Skinner
Mildred Northcott
Jerry, Ed, Norma and Dave and families, so sorry to hear of the loss of Annie. I, and my family have many fond memories of years ago back on the farm when we were neighbours. Sincere sympathy to all. May she rest in heavenly peace!
Doug and Judy Dalrymple
Our sympathies to your family,thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Doug and Judy
Wendy Heimrich
Jerry, Ed, David, Norma and families,
I’m so sorry to hear of Annie’s passing.
She was always so kind and never complained. Her and I had some great chats when residing at the Exeter Villa and even before that time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers . Treasure the memories of a great Lady and keep
Them close to your heart.
Love Wendy Heimrich
Elaine Knip
Dear Jerry, Edwin, Norma, Dave and families,
We were so sad to hear about the passing of your beautiful and much loved wife and mother. We have so many fond memories of Annie. She was a very graceful lady, soft spoken and wise. She was a very accomplished seamstress and I remember her hands were always busy knitting something for someone. She was quick to lend a helping hand to all who needed one. We send our deepest condolences to your entire family. May God’s love and peace comfort and keep you.
Warmly and sincerely, Bert and Elaine Knip
Anne and Bert Langendyk
To all of the family, we and our condolences. May you take comfort knowing that she is with our Lord.
Anne and Bert Langendyk
Dorothy Gimpelj
Jerry and the extended families,
My heartfelt condolence on the loss of your life long loving and committed partner to Jerry, and a loving family member to all of you.
Being a neighbour, a few units down, for the last four years, I only saw and spoke to Annie when she was out on your front porch, as I passed by on our walks (with Tatum). I saw how she was a very strong woman dealing with her condition, and Jerry standing solidly by her side assisting as he could, as did many of the other family members.
May you all cherish your fond memories of her and keep her always close to you in your hearts.
May you be comforted as much as possible knowing that she is at peaceful rest now, with God, in the gardens of heaven, and sparkling in the stars, as she will be looking down upon you all, as you continue your journeys through your lives.
Sincerely, Dorothy (and Tatum)
Sharon Gravel
My sincere condolences to your family. I have many wonderful memories of Annie. My Mom Hennie now has her friend in heaven. Warm regards Sharon Gravel
Marjie & Tom Westerveld
Ed,Dave,Norma,,,,so sorry to hear of your moms passing,,you are in our thoughts and prayers,,
Bev Branderhorst
UncleJerry,Ed&Christi,Dave&Amy,
Norma&Al and families
So sorry for your loss. Tante Annie always had a special place in my heart. I have many fond memories of time spent with her as I know you all have as well. She will be missed
Evelyn Vincent
Norma, Al and family
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May God grant peace and comfort.
HUGS
Jerry & Linda Traquair
Sincere condolences to Annie’s family and friends. I recall what a graceful dancing couple she and Jerry were. May she soar, pain-free. So very sorry for her pain and your loss.
Fred Campbell
My condolences to the Boersma family on Annie’s passing
Fred Campbell
Norah Purser
Norma, David and families,
My sympathies at this difficult time. May she Rest In Peace. 🙏🏻
Stephanie
Uncle Jerry and family
Deepest sympathy to all of your during this difficult time.
Rob & Tara Russell
David, Amy and family… Norma and Allan and family
Tara and I are heartbroken to hear this news… your families have been through so much since this pandemic hit and you’ve powered through the highs and lows… your strong belief in your lord and saviour will carry you through
Our sincere condolences
Rob & Tara Russell
Jannie Van wieren
Please accept my deepest sympathy at the passing of Annie. I was able to spent some time and enjoyed the visits we had. She was fun to be with and always a smile !! Holding you close in my prayers during your time of sorrow. May God comfort you in the light of His love, today and during the rough road ahead….. Jannie
Darren and Lori Atkinson
Our deepest sympathies to the
Entire family! She was a special oma to my kids Erik, Lisa and Jenna! May she Rest In Peace
Bill and Pa,Elaine Reid
So very sorry for your loss,thinking of you all.
Bill,Pam and Brodyn Reid xo
Kim Mckay
Jerry, Ed, Norma and Dave and families my deepest sympathy in the loss of Annie. She was a beautiful lady. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.