Gone to be with Jesus. At LHSC-University Hospital, London on Wednesday, May 11, 2016, of London in his 84th year. Dear husband of Marta (Spaans) Vanderwal for 61 years. Dear father of Teresa Biggins of Vienna, Illinois, and Miriam and Paul Traher of Birr. Dear grandfather of J.P. and Holly; Annalisa and Cord, Kristopher and Stormey, Jonathan and Nicole; Jocelyn, Christine, and Jamie; and great-grandfather of Paul, Piper, Parker, Isaac, Reed, Jocelyn, Levi, and Tyler. Peter’s greatest joy was ministering to others, especially at The Ark Aid Street Mission.
A Celebration of his Life Service will be held at the Open Door Christian Fellowship, 940 Dundas Street East, London on Sunday, May 15th at 3 PM. Private interment Birr Anglican Cemetery, Middlesex Centre.
Donations to the Ark Aid Street Mission, or Open Door Christian Fellowship would be appreciated by the family.
Haskett Funeral Home, Lucan (519-227-4211) entrusted with arrangements.
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Dale
Iam so very sorry to hear of your great loss . Peter was like a big brother to me and was always there when I needed a hand shake or a big hug. I will miss Peter deeply,my prayers. Go out to Marda and the rest of his family my you find peace in his passing.God Bless Dale and Latisha
Scott, Michelle, Kelsey, and Taylor Rummell
Miriam, Paul, Jocelyn, Christine, and Jamie
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your father and grandfather. Please accept our deepest condolences at this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead.
Rob Nunns and family
Miriam, Paul and family
Our heartfelt condolences to your family at this difficult time.
Jenny and Scott Dietrich
Jocelyn,
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your grandpa.
We are thinking about all of you during this difficult time.
-Jenny and Scott
Lisa and Alberto Estrada and family
Miriam, Paul, Jocelyn, Christine, and Jamie
Thinking of you all at this very difficult time. It is so hard to lose a loved one. Sending our condolences to all of you. May this immediate sadness eventually turn to smiles as you are filled with so many memories of your father and grandfather. He will live on within you and always be a part of you. Hugs to all.
Bill and Paula Rosser
Jocelyn
So sorry to hear of the loss of your grandfather. You and your family are in our thoughts.
Bill and Paula Rosser
John Cowley
Marta and family,
How happy beyond our comprehension Peter must be to be with Jesus as he has he has changed his address from earth to heaven to be with Him. May the Holy Spirit comfort you with the hope and blessings you will need in the days and months ahead.
His Grace is sufficient
John & Karen Cowley
Ron Reymer
Miriam, Paul and family – so sorry to hear of the passing of your Father/Father-in-law. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Ron & Lisa
Douglas Whitelaw
Peter was loved by many at the Ark Aid Mission because he never tired of sharing what God had done for him and what he could do for others. No one else quite like him here. We will miss him.
Felix and Chris Gysemans
Jocelyn,
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your grandfather. Our condolences to you and your family. Felix and Chris
Craig & Mary Corman
Miriam, Paul, Jocelyn & family
Our sincere sympathy to you & your family. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Craig & Mary Corman
Chris and Kathleen Hearty
Marta, we were extremely sorry to hear the news this morning. Our hearts are broken for you. Peter is in Glory, but the pain of being without him must be great. May the Lord wrap His arms around you now like never before. We are praying for you and will see you on Sunday.
Frank and Dianne Dietrich
Our sincerest condolences for the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, even though this is a difficult time I am sure that you feel blessed with the good times you have shared with Peter and proud of the work that he offered to others in need, Deepest Sympathy, Frank and Dianne Dietrich