Passed away peacefully at Queensway Long Term Care on Thursday, September 7, 2023 of Hensall at the age of 91. Loving wife of Klaas Van Wieren for over 70 years. Proud mom of Pat and Rob Olson of Nipawin, Saskatchewan, Robert and Doreen Van Wieren of Mount Brydges, and Ken and Karen Van Wieren of Cambridge. Adored gramdma/oma of Shawn, Aaron and Laura; Sarah, Rosemary, Chris and Heather, Travis, Emily and Brady; Vanessa and Rob, and Brendan and Kori and great-grandma/oma of 15. Dear sister-in-law of Bill Van Wieren, Irene Zwart, and Jannie Van Wieren. Fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Rudy and Mary (Van Ess) Linstra, her sister and her husband Anne and Peter Renkema and her brother-in-law Herman Van Wieren.
Rita enjoyed flower arranging and tending to her beautiful gardens. If she was inside, you could find her with a set of knitting needles in her hands or crocheting a beautiful piece for her family and friends. She was proud of her preserves, baking, and handmade pieces that she entered the fair on a yearly basis. She also enjoyed attending different craft shows to show off her needle work. Together, she and Klaas enjoyed their Sunday drives through the countryside. Above all, she was proud of her children and grandchildren and enjoyed spending as much time as she could with them.
Visitation will be held at the Exeter Christian Reformed Church, 330 Huron Street West, EXETER on Tuesday, September 12th from 9:30 – 10:30 AM, where Rita’s funeral service will be held at 11 AM. Private family interment Exeter Cemetery.
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Donations to Diabetes Canada or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
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).
Mike & Anne Pollard
Thinking of you at your time of great loss
Janis
Dear Van Wieren Family. Sending condolences to you all.
Doreen Fraser
Klass and family
Our deepest condolences and prayers to you and the family, she’s at peace in the arms of Jesus. She will be truly missed.
Chrissy, Caleb and Hannah Dignan
We are terribly sorry of the passing of Rita. So many fond memories were made with such an amazing woman. Rest is sweet peace in the arms of Jesus.
Our deepest condolences and sympathies.
Joanne Rowcliffe
Our sincere sympathy on the loss of Rita; she was a lovely person whose absence shall be deeply felt. May you all feel comforted thru your loss.
Bill & Audrey Rowe
Sincere sympathy to each of you at this sad time. Keep those precious memories close to your heart. Bill & Audrey
Gabbie and Margaret Mol
Our sincere condolences with the passing of Rita
Sandra Newton
Klaas and family:
I am extending my deepest sympathy to all of you. May you be comforted in the light of love, today and during the tough road ahead. While you are mourning the loss of Rita, others are rejoicing to meet her behind the veil.
Ellen Green
Dear Klaas and family,
My sincere condolences to all your family on the passing of Rita. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ellen Green
Bob & Nancy Campbell
Klaas and family,
Our deepest sympathy to you all. Rita was wonderful person and so talented. I had purchased many of her handmade items over the years.
She was a dear friend of my mother and Aunt Margaret and I will treasure the many conversations I had with her.
May you find comfort knowing she is at peace.
Brad & Anne
Klaas & family, we were saddened to read of Rita’s passing. Our heartfelt condolences extended to you all.
Brad & Anne Mousseau
Harold and Lida DeVriex
Dear Klaas and family. Our condolences to you all.
May God give you strength in in the difficult days.
Love Harold and Lida
Janet & John Bilcke
Janet
Klaas, Pat, Rob, Ken & families
I looked forward to that big smile from Rita when I came for those special visits. She always had a story to tell me of her childhood or raising her children & told it w so much love.
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow.
She surely will be missed.
Evelyn Vincent
Klaas and family
Sincere sympathy. May the good memories help bring comfort.
Doug and Judy Dalrymple
Klaas and family
Our sincere condolences to everyone at this sad time.
Doug and Judy Dalrymple
Carol Gascho
Condolences to Klaas and all of Rita’s family. She was a valued member of Queensway’s Auxiliary for many years and a friend to many. Farewell to a life well lived. Carol & Glenn
Fred and Aileen Knip
Our condolences to you Klaas, Pat, Rob and Ken and families in the loss of Rita. I remember well the knitting and crochet items at various fairs – she was very talented!
Aileen (Klungel) and Fred Knip
Tom and Catherine Ryan
Our sincere condolences to all of the Van Wieren family, on the passing of Rita. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this different time.
Tom and Catherine Ryan, and Family 🫂
Linda and Jim Ferguson
Klaas and family:
Our sincere condolences.
Linda & Jerry Traquair
Sincere Condolences to Klaas , Pat, Rob, Ken and the entire family on the passing of Rita.
Our own children when young ,called her ‘Tante Rita’ and I considered her a friend. She was a most talented knitter and we treasure a few heirlooms she made for us, back in the day.
Wishing you all comfort and peace, knowing she now soars, pain free.
Lynda ( Parsons ) Iredale-Conlin
My Deepest Sympathy to Klaas and family, to Bill, Irene and Jannie……many moons have passed since I lived across the road from you….Hold on to all the wonderful memories and the beautiful times you had together…she surely will be missed…God Bless….
Clarence & Pat Poortinga
Klaas and family
May the Lord be with you as you grieve a loved one.
Clarence and Pat
Peggy Wilkinson
Klaas,& Family:
We are sorry to read of Rita’s passing, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time…May Rita now rest in peace
Steve and Barb Vos
To Ken and Karen and family,
Our sincerest condolences on the passing of your mother!
We hope that you can all cherish the good memories in a long lived life,
and take comfort that she is now in a better place.
Sincerely,
Steve and Barb Vos
Paul Renkema
Klaas:
Thinking of you and your family with the loss of Rita. We also ask that God surround you and your loved ones with his perfect peace and love.
(He will keep in perfect peace all those who trust in Him – Isaiah 26:3)
Our sincere condolences,
Paul & Teresa Renkema
Lucia Saleiro
My condolences to the families .special Rob ,Doreen and children
Lucy Saleiro
Janet Winters
Dear Klaas and family,
We are so sad to hear of Rita’s passing on but take comfort in knowing she is no longer suffering. We have been friends for a long time and always enjoy visits with you and Rita. Our condolences and prayers.
Sincerely
Andre and Mariette Bilcke
Frank and Janet Winters
Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber
Klaas and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I have fond memories of the many times Rita’s and my paths crossed over the years we all lived in Hensall. Keep your memories of Rita tucked in your hearts and she will be beside only unheard and unseen. DIANNE
Arlene [Chipchase] Styles
Klaas, Pat, Robert, Ken & families….my deepest condolences to all of you with the passing of Rita. She was a lovely lady and neighbour. May your many memories carry you through these difficult days.
Arlene
Karen Dickins
Deepest condolences to Rita’s family .