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VAN WIEREN: Rita (Linstra) of Hensall

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On September 8, 2023 @ 3:27 PM In Exeter,Obituary | 33 Comments

VAN WIEREN: Rita (Linstra) of Hensall

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.

Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting https://www.youtube.com/@exeterchristianreformedchu9708/streams

Donations to Diabetes Canada or Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “VAN WIEREN: Rita (Linstra) of Hensall”

Condolence from Karen Dickins on September 9th, 2023 8:00 AM

Deepest condolences to Rita’s family .

Condolence from Arlene [Chipchase] Styles on September 9th, 2023 8:11 AM

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

Condolence from Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber on September 9th, 2023 8:26 AM

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

Condolence from Janet Winters on September 9th, 2023 8:58 AM

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

Condolence from Lucia Saleiro on September 9th, 2023 8:58 AM

My condolences to the families .special Rob ,Doreen and children
Lucy Saleiro

Condolence from Paul Renkema on September 9th, 2023 10:37 AM

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

Condolence from Steve and Barb Vos on September 9th, 2023 1:02 PM

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

Condolence from Peggy Wilkinson on September 9th, 2023 1:56 PM

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

Condolence from Clarence & Pat Poortinga on September 9th, 2023 2:17 PM

Klaas and family
May the Lord be with you as you grieve a loved one.

Clarence and Pat

Condolence from Lynda ( Parsons ) Iredale-Conlin on September 9th, 2023 3:47 PM

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….

Condolence from Linda & Jerry Traquair on September 10th, 2023 5:11 AM

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.

Condolence from Linda and Jim Ferguson on September 10th, 2023 8:51 AM

Klaas and family:
Our sincere condolences.

Condolence from Tom and Catherine Ryan on September 10th, 2023 11:33 AM

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 🫂

Condolence from Fred and Aileen Knip on September 10th, 2023 12:54 PM

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

Condolence from Carol Gascho on September 10th, 2023 1:56 PM

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

Condolence from Doug and Judy Dalrymple on September 10th, 2023 4:09 PM

Klaas and family
Our sincere condolences to everyone at this sad time.
Doug and Judy Dalrymple

Condolence from Evelyn Vincent on September 10th, 2023 4:19 PM

Klaas and family
Sincere sympathy. May the good memories help bring comfort.

Condolence from Janet & John Bilcke on September 10th, 2023 5:07 PM

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.

Condolence from Harold and Lida DeVriex on September 11th, 2023 9:20 AM

Dear Klaas and family. Our condolences to you all.
May God give you strength in in the difficult days.
Love Harold and Lida

Condolence from Brad & Anne on September 11th, 2023 1:53 PM

Klaas & family, we were saddened to read of Rita’s passing. Our heartfelt condolences extended to you all.
Brad & Anne Mousseau

Condolence from Bob & Nancy Campbell on September 11th, 2023 7:32 PM

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.

Condolence from Ellen Green on September 11th, 2023 7:35 PM

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

Condolence from Sandra Newton on September 11th, 2023 10:38 PM

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.

Condolence from Gabbie and Margaret Mol on September 12th, 2023 8:25 AM

Our sincere condolences with the passing of Rita

Condolence from Bill & Audrey Rowe on September 12th, 2023 10:38 AM

Sincere sympathy to each of you at this sad time. Keep those precious memories close to your heart. Bill & Audrey

Condolence from Joanne Rowcliffe on September 12th, 2023 10:48 AM

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.

Condolence from Chrissy, Caleb and Hannah Dignan on September 12th, 2023 3:28 PM

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.

Condolence from Doreen Fraser on September 12th, 2023 5:40 PM

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.

Condolence from Janis on September 15th, 2023 11:27 PM

Dear Van Wieren Family. Sending condolences to you all.

Condolence from Mike & Anne Pollard on September 18th, 2023 1:20 PM

Thinking of you at your time of great loss

Condolence from Dianne De Wys on September 27th, 2023 5:33 PM

My heartfelt sympathy to Klaas and family. Our families were friends for years both having come from Holland. Rita was a wonderful lady, very sincere and told it as it was, a hard worker and would do for anyone. So sorry for your loss.

Condolence from Diane Stroven on November 8th, 2023 3:05 PM

Our deepest sympathy to all of you and our prayers for comfort. She will always be in our hearts .

Condolence from Fia Buser-Pama on November 28th, 2023 4:37 AM

Beste Klaas en familie,
Bij toeval, zien we tot onze spijt, het bericht dat in september Rita is overleden. Van harte gecondoleerd met dit verlies.
Wij wensen jullie en speciaal Klaas heel veel sterkte.
Vriendelijk groet,
Fia Buser en familie

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