Passed away peacefully at St. Marys Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 of Seaforth at the age of 87. Dear husband of Agatha (Amsinga) Van de Ban for over 57 years. Proud father of Leo, Clarence both of Winnipeg, Jane and Darryl of London, England, Steven and Eang of Edmonton, Harvey and Doreen of Hamilton, and Brian and Angie of Winnipeg. Loved grandpa of Dennis, Sember, Maxwell, Caleb, Benjamin, and Mattias. Loving brother and brother-in-law of Willy and Jan Klok, Henry and Greta Amsinga, and John and Martha Amsinga. Predeceased by his parents Leendert Arend and Lijntje (Langendoen) Van den Ban, his two sisters and two brother-in-laws.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 87 Goderich Street West, SEAFORTH on Friday evening from 6 – 8 PM. Due to Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, each person must RSVP for the visitation. Please click “Register Now” below to register.
The funeral service will be held at the Clinton Christian Reformed Church, 243 Princess Street East, Clinton on Saturday, March 6th at 11 AM with Pastor Ray Vander Kooij officiating. Interment Maitlandbank Cemetery, at a later date. Due to Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, each person must RSVP for the service. Please click “Register Now” below to register.
For those unable to join at the church, the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your own home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting https://vimeo.com/clintoncrc
Donations to Huron Christian School, Clinton would be appreciated by the family.
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Sandra and Murray Pepper
Dear Agatha and family,
Condolences to all on Leen’s passing.
You were good neighbours to my mom and dad, Francis and Edythe Coleman, when you lived at Roxboro.
I know Leen and dad had many good chats on farming.
Glen J. Smith
So sorry to hear of Leen’s passing. I was just scrolling through the funeral Notices tonight when I seen Leen’s obituary, I watched his service on livestream. Amazing to see all the family photos . Leen looked as good in the pictures as I remember him. It was nice to see the family pictures with the music played by him . I remember a lot of those songs because he would play them when we worked together. He was an awesome man. May my prayers and thoughts be with you Agatha and all your family tonight.
Nellie Roest
My sincere condolences to Agatha, Jane and Darryl, and everyone in the family. I was able to watch the funeral by video and it was a lovely service. I enjoyed hearing his harmonica music and seeing all the pictures which brought back happy memories of many a Sunday afternoon spent at the farm when I was growing up. I remember his stories, his harmonica playing and his ever present pipe. I hope you will find comfort in your memories of him in the days ahead.
Helen Steenstra
Agatha and family: My condolences on the passing of Leen.
Carmen and Mary Ann Drost
To the VanDeBaan Family. Our sincere sympathy with the passing of your husband, father and Grandpa. So very sorry to learn of Leen’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Tony and Mary Vanden Hengel
So sorry to hear of our farm neighbor. We will keep your family in our prayers
Alexa Wing
Although I wasn’t lucky enough to meet Jane’s father, her stories brought him to life in the most wonderful and loving way. My deepest condolences to the whole Van de Ban family.
Alfred&Margaret Dykstra
Agatha & family
Condolences on the passing of Leen
Uncle Bert & Aunt Diana
Our condolences Harvey, Doreen, Sember & Caleb. Blessings as you celebrate his life and move forward. Sorry for the loss of a Christian parent.
Jake & Janet Peters
Our condolences Agatha and to all the family. May God give you the strength and comfort to you all.
Rick & Angela Kaptein
Our sincere sympathy on the passing of Leen. As a member of Jubilation, I always enjoyed Leen’s harmonica playing and his enthusiasm to be a part of the praise team. He was so inventive and I know that the doctors were very impressed that he could find a way to make music after his surgery. I loved how he’d kick up his leg to show that he was feeling good! He was a kind, loving and faithful man who will be missed.
David Kemp
It was always a pleasure to meet Lee and play with him at the Tuesday Tunes. Please accept my sympath; his passing leaves an emptiness in all who were privileged to know him.
Leang and Family
Dear Agatha and Family:
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Leen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
God bless,
Leang and family
Jerry and Shirley Bulthuis
Our deepest condolences in the passing of your husband, father and grandfather.
May our God give you comfort and strength and peace during this difficult time.
We have the assurance of His comfort.
Karl Grobbecker
Dear Agatha & family,
My deepest condolences on the passing of Leen. Our family has many fond memories of Leen when he worked with my Dad on the farm back in the day. A gentle man in every sense of the word, kind , humurous ,crafty and a man of faith. He made time for everyone as I remember this from when I was a toddler on the farm up till now when I randomly saw him on the street a few years back. Wonderful man, he will be missed.
Stoll ken and Jannette
Our deepest condolences to the entire family Our thoughts are with you all
Maureen and Merv Agar
Dear Agatha and Family,
Our sincere sympathy in the loss of Leen. You always knew when the weather turned warm that he would be out working in his garden. Always enjoyed stopping and chatting. So many memories to hold and cherish.
Merv & Maureen Agar
Ann oskam
So sorry to hear that Leen passed away, let the lord give you strength in the coming day’s and for the years to come. I have very good memories of Leen at the coffee after the church service ann oskam
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Agatha and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Ken and Marina Scott
We would like to express our deepest sympathy on Leen’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Ben Nyman
Dear Agatha and Family,our condolences with the passing of Leen He will be missed.Our prayers and heartfelt sympathy are with you.Ben and Ann Nyman
EVa and Dick Roorda
Our sincere condolences to you, Agatha, and your family. Our boys were good friends . We always enjoyed visiting with Leen and enjoyed his practical approach to life, plus his unique sense of humour.
Ann oskam
Sorry for the loss of Leen ,Agatha that the lord give you strength for the coming day’s and for the coming month’s ,that is to come. I have very good remembering’s of Leen in the church and laugh some time. Sincere gr ann oskam
Jim and Ruth Carter
Agatha our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Ann & Ralph Deweerd
Our condolences to you and your family with the passing of Leen. He will be missed. We will miss his harmonica playing with our group Jubilation. Our prayers for God’s strength and comfort during this time of loss.
Leo and Sharon Medd
Agatha and Family, So terribly sorry to hear of your loss, Leen was such a sweet heart to work for, always a smile, and such a warm welcome. Sincere Condolences, with Thoughts and Prayers to you all. There is lots of music were you are going Leen, you will be a wonnderful addition to their band. God Bless. Leo and Sharon
Bert & JoAnne VanMaar
Our sincere condolences to Agatha and all of Leen’s family. He was a wonderful man and he will be missed. Praying for God’s peace and strength in the time to come.
David Wall
You have my sympathy on Leen’s passing. I always enjoyed seeing him play the harmonica at Tuesday Tunes.
Bonnie Desjardins
Our deepest condolences to you, as a family.
Doreen, Harvey, Sember, and Caleb, please know that we are upholding you in prayer as you commemorate the life of a wonderful father and grandfather.
We trust that God will provide all your needs as you grieve this loss, but celebrate the fact that he is in heaven.
Take care.
The staff of Cairn Christian School, Stoney Creek
Roger Amsinga, and Laurie
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. May God keep you strong and united through this tough time.
Patricia Van der Heide
My sincere condolences to you, and your family.
Helen Southgate
Dear Agatha and family, I send my sincere sympathy and prayers in your loss of Leen. I met him when we worked many many years ago at Canadian Tire , Seaforth. Through the years I often saw him uptown and we would have a little chat. I will always remember him as a kind, hard working man with good humour and a cheery greeting. May memories of your years together sustain you through your sadness. Rest In Peace, Leen.
Anne Dayman
Agatha I am so sorry to here of Leens passing. You are in my thoughts. Anne dayman(hairdresser)
Kees /Sandra dykstra
sorry to hear about the death of LEEN We will always have good memories Wishing you strength and
faith in the weeks to come ..
Margaret DeLong
So sorry for your loss. Lee was a great entertainer. Always love to hear him play his harmonica. RIP Lee.
Trish Nigh
Sending my condolences on the passing of your father. He was always such a nice man and respected by many. I worked with him many years ago and enjoyed every minute of it. Blessings and prayers to all of the family.
Gwen o\O'Rourke
So Sorry to learn of Leen”s passing. We enjoyed so many hours of music together. Thanks to him for his many music tapes he gave me. Rest in Peace Leen I will miss you!!!
Ken and Elaine DeCorte
Dear Agatha and Family: Our deepest condolences on the passing of Leen.