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ZANDBERGEN: Frieda of Lucan

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On June 1, 2026 @ 10:24 PM In Exeter, Obituary | 54 Comments

ZANDBERGEN: Frieda of Lucan

Surrounded by the comfort of God’s grace, and gently welcomed into the arms of her Saviour, Jesus Christ, at Huron Hospice, Clinton on Sunday, May 31, 2026, in her 70th year.

Cherished sister and sister-in-law of Frances and Albert Hummel of Exeter, Shirley and Luke Bouman of Blyth, Theresa and Chris Schnare of Hamilton and Ron and Jennifer Zandbergen of Ingersoll.  Proud aunt of many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces. Predeceased by her parents Gerriet (1998) and Antje (2012) Zandbergen.

Frieda devoted 46 years of her life, compassionately caring for others as a Registered Nurse in various countries around the world. While her career was a source of great fulfillment, her greatest pride and joy was always her family, whom she loved wholeheartedly. Frieda faithfully served her Lord through her church and numerous mission works, sharing God’s love through both her words and actions. Her life was a testament to faith, service, and devotion to others.

Visitation will be held at the Exeter Christian Reformed Church, 332 Huron Street West, Exeter, on Thursday, June 4th from 6 – 8 PM and again on Friday, June 5th from 10 AM – 11 AM, where Frieda’s memorial service will begin at 11 AM. Cremation with interment Exeter Cemetery.

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

Donations to Jessica’s House, or Huron Hospice would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “ZANDBERGEN: Frieda of Lucan”

Condolence from Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade on June 2nd, 2026 5:56 AM

To Frieda’s family and friends
Sorry to learn of her passing. Knew she enjoyed her life as a nurse, working in different countries.
Our condolences to all

Condolence from Paul and JoAnn Lovell-Kristoferson on June 2nd, 2026 7:30 AM

So very sorry to read of Frieda’s passing. We had lunch together at our home and caught up on each other’s life’s adventures last fall. Frieda spent so much of her life taking care of others. She’ll be missed. In sorrow and sympathy.

Condolence from Holly Meinen on June 2nd, 2026 7:31 AM

You will be missed my friend!❤️

Condolence from Pauleen Rock on June 2nd, 2026 7:42 AM

“Beautiful Frieda — I love this picture of you. I only knew you for a few years at Joe’s, but I cherished every one of your stories and all the adventures you shared. We had some wonderful conversations. I’m grateful your grace carried you through to the end. You will be deeply missed.”

Condolence from Milovan Smiljanic on June 2nd, 2026 8:06 AM

Our condolences to family

Condolence from Joelle Dynes on June 2nd, 2026 8:23 AM

Frieda, you left this world too soon, however, your bright light lives on with all of the people you have cared for. You were a rockstar nurse with an infectious laugh that I will miss hearing. To Frieda’s family and friends, I wish you comfort and healing during this difficult time.

Condolence from Lori Sims on June 2nd, 2026 8:49 AM

Dear Frances, Shirley, Teresa, Ron and Families,

I am so very sorry that Frieda is gone. She was a loyal and lifetime friend and unique person in her caring and her love of life. I didn’t get to see her often in our adult years, but when I did I was always delighted to see that she’d never changed from the kids we were together at Usborne Central School.
Hearts go out to you.

Condolence from Gina Jung on June 2nd, 2026 9:07 AM

I met Frieda during Covid as a fellow vaccinator and loved her immediately as did our fellow nurses. Her warm smile, compassion and humor were infectious. We are all truly sorry for your loss of such a wonderful human and amazing nurse♡

Condolence from Joyce Morgan on June 2nd, 2026 9:22 AM

So sorry to hear of Frieda’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Condolence from Donna & Bob Jacobs on June 2nd, 2026 9:26 AM

Heartfelt condolences & prayers to Fran, Albert & family. May the Lord bless Frieda & keep her.

Condolence from Doreen Lee-Jones on June 2nd, 2026 10:37 AM

Fran and Albert
So sorry for your loss. Keep the memories close to your hearts hugs🙏🙏❤️❤️

Condolence from Krista Campsall on June 2nd, 2026 10:48 AM

When I first met Frieda we were a couple of Dutch girls embarking on a career in nursing. Over the many years she was always a steady friend and confidant. Her family, friends and patients meant the world to her. I will truly miss my dear old friend. My condolences to her loving family.

Condolence from Shannon Dament on June 2nd, 2026 10:56 AM

My deepest condolences. Frieda was one of the most loving people I had ever had the privilege of knowing. Although she never had kids of her own, she had a very comforting and motherly nursing technique with her patients. Her humble and grateful ways, her smile and her laugh. That fantastic personality. That will all be missed. She was awesome. ❤️ good bye for now Frieda. I will miss your hugs. Xo

Condolence from Kyle + Casey Prout on June 2nd, 2026 12:30 PM

What a beautiful soul we were so fortunate to get to know over the years.

Sending comfort and love to all of her family and friends during this difficult time.

Condolence from Mike and Rebecca Mathieu on June 2nd, 2026 2:39 PM

We met Frieda at Lakewood Christian campground. When we first purchased our trailer she hand delivered a flower decoration to us as a welcome package. We instantly hit it off. We had many fires and laughs together and I was able to have a nice boat ride under the blue water bridge with her as well. We will
Definitely miss her greatly and our condolences go out to her family, that she spoken about often with great joy. She loved her family big time!

Condolence from Jessie and Nick Jonkman- Iedema on June 2nd, 2026 3:38 PM

Our condolences to Frieda’s family and friends that you may be surrounded by God’s Grace

Condolence from Christine Zanutto on June 2nd, 2026 5:06 PM

It was a gift to have known her and she will be missed. But not forgotten! We have a few memorable photos in our photo books (when she would allow me to take one, lol).

Condolence from Deb Carter-Caslick on June 2nd, 2026 5:08 PM

Frieda & I met as Nurse Vaccinators during Covid. She simply ‘made my day’ with her humor. She especially loved the young kids, helping them get through the trauma.
We shared many cups of coffee since then.
Dear Frieda, you will be so very missed by many. Rest in peace.

Condolence from Marianne Timmerman on June 2nd, 2026 7:22 PM

I only knew Frieda for a short time. She was my team leader in the Common Plate programme. She put all her time and energy in it and the meals turned out to be great.
I will miss our chit chats.
My condolences to the entire Zandbergen family, Heaven got an other angel.

Condolence from Wendy and Scott Stafford on June 2nd, 2026 7:30 PM

To Frieda’s family,

So sorry for your loss! Frieda was an Angel on Earth helping anyone in need. We met through Church and became friends when my husband had Surgery and she came to change his dressing!! I will be forever grateful for her service!!

Condolence from Frank and Frances Zwaagstra on June 2nd, 2026 8:40 PM

Dear Zandbergen family

I am so sorry for your loss.
Frieda was such a good friend to me. We had such fun times together. I am so blessed to call her my friend. I will miss her dearly. Until we meet again my friend.

Condolence from Tony and Clara Vanderlaan on June 2nd, 2026 9:07 PM

Dear Albert and Fran and families,
We are sorry to hear of Frieda’s illness and passing away and home going to her Lord and Saviour. May God surround you with His Comfort, Love, Strength and Presence during this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from Moira Barnes on June 2nd, 2026 9:51 PM

I am so saddened to hear of Frieda’s passing. Frieda was a very compassionate nurse and I enjoyed every minute working with her. Condolences to her family
Rest in Peace Frieda

Condolence from Helen Hutteri on June 2nd, 2026 11:43 PM

Sending condolences to Frieda’s family and friends. She was a wonderful nurse, friend and she will be missed. We worked overseas in the 90s and those ties kept us in touch over the years. There was always something to talk and laugh about! May you be comforted by happy memories.

Condolence from Simon en Sjulie Regnerus -Iedema on June 3rd, 2026 4:20 AM

Familie en vrienden van Frieda gecondoleerd met het verlies van Frieda. Heel veel sterkte toegewenst 🍀

Condolence from Bev Branderhorst on June 3rd, 2026 12:17 PM

Frances, Shirley, Theresa, Ron and families. So very sorry for your loss of a dear sister Frieda. Taken far too soon. She spent a life time looking after others. May her memory continue to live on

Condolence from Wima deRuiter on June 3rd, 2026 12:31 PM

I meet Frieda in Saudi Arabia where we both worked as nurses. I fondly remember all the experiences and good times we had together during our time there. Although our lives took different paths we remained friends over the past 36 years. I always knew that Frieda would be there if I needed her. In every shared memory your light continues to shine my friend. Rest in peace.

Condolence from George and Kathy Lee on June 3rd, 2026 1:51 PM

Frances & Albert and all of Freida’s Family, sending you our sincere condolences on the loss of Freida. She will be missed and our thoughts are with you during these difficult days ahead. Hugs George and Kathy

Condolence from Rita McCann on June 3rd, 2026 2:37 PM

So sad to hear of the loss of Frieda. It was just 1 year ago that a group of us spent a weekend away with her. Frieda spent her adult life taking care of people, as an RN. She changed the lifes of many. My deepest sympathy to her family and friends. She will be missed.

Condolence from Kay Revington on June 3rd, 2026 2:46 PM

I am so saddened by the passing of Frieda – a friend and work colleague of many years. You will be missed. Rest in Peace Frieda.

Condolence from Lorna P on June 3rd, 2026 3:05 PM

My deepest condolences to the family. May the Lord give you peace.
Frieda and I worked together in the Middle East, and kept in touch after we both returned home. Thanks to WhatsApp video calls I was able to see that beautiful smile just a few short weeks ago. I shall miss her positive outlook and that smile.

Condolence from Rosemarie Hummel on June 3rd, 2026 3:12 PM

So sorry to hear about Frieda’s passing. She was an unique woman. Love and God be with you all.

Condolence from Mary Chowen on June 3rd, 2026 5:52 PM

I’m so sorry to hear of Frieda’s passing. I worked with Frieda in PACU at Victoria Hospital. A dedicated nurse and a friend to all. Always knew when Frieda was working! Rest in peace my friend.

Condolence from Marcia McCarville on June 3rd, 2026 8:58 PM

Francis, Shirley, Theresa, Ron and the entire Zandbergen family.
Frieda was a force to contend with. I have many great memories of the times we spent together going to nursing school, working out west together in BC and Alberta. Travelling around in her orange Monza listening to ABBA. (Those were the days!) We also had the most amazing trip to Greece and Egypt that I will never forget.
I have so many stories of Frieda and her adventures that I tell to this day that still make me smile.
Frieda was a good friend and an amazing nurse. I learned a lot from her. What I will remember most is her contagious laughter even in the most trying times.
As others have said, she adored her family and spoke of them often and was dedicated to her church and her mission work.
A soul like Frieda’s cannot be replaced. Blessings to you all. 💜

Condolence from Dennis Pym on June 4th, 2026 6:02 AM

Sorry to hear of an Usborne neighbor’s passing. Condolences to your family

Condolence from Neila LAWSON on June 4th, 2026 11:59 AM

I met Frieda through my sister in law Francien’. They nursed together in Saudi Arabia. This last year we talked almost every day. We have done some trips together to USA pre COVID. Saw her in hospital in Stratford couple of weeks ago. I think we both knew it might be our last visit. I will miss you dear friend. Where will I get my medical information. Lol. Blessings

Condolence from Joan Brady on June 4th, 2026 1:09 PM

To the Family

We are so sorry on the passing of Frieda – We will miss her spontaneity and warm heart!

Condolence from Karen Van Bakel on June 4th, 2026 4:47 PM

Dear Francis, Shirley, Theresa, Ron and families. I am so sorry about the loss of Frieda. We met in Prince George B.C. in 1980 at our first nursing positions. We had a lot of fun times together. Frieda was a very caring person, always there to help anyone. Her smile, laughter and phone chats will be missed. I was blessed to have her as a friend.

Condolence from Teresa Punch on June 4th, 2026 4:47 PM

I met Frieda at the Prince George hospital in 1980.She has such a bubbly friendly personality and is a good nurse.I was happy to see her briefly again at Stratford hospital before heading home to Victoria. She will be missed and life is too short!
My condolences to all the family
Teresa

Condolence from Anita on June 4th, 2026 5:06 PM

Dear family of Frieda, I was a roommate of Frieda’s in St Josephs’s nursing school. We had many great times. I just recently reconnected and I had hoped to come to Canada to visit her. I am so sorry. You are in my prayers. We have the consolation that we will meet again one day.
Anita (Freriks) Giagnocavo.

Condolence from Jim and Linda Ferguson on June 4th, 2026 5:24 PM

Our sincere condolences to the Zandbergen family.

Condolence from Gregory Giagnocavo on June 4th, 2026 5:39 PM

Oh my! So sad… i remember Frieda from when she was a nursing school in Sheridan apartment with my then-girlfriend Anita. (Now my wife) Frieda was always the life force in any group and was kind and friendly to everyone. She must have had hundreds of friends around the world.

Condolence from Aileen and Fred Knip on June 4th, 2026 5:58 PM

Francis,, Shirley, Teresa, Ron and families
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Frieda. Frieda and myself lived together for 1 year in London when we were attending college. At that time Frieda was in the Nursing program and I was in Health
Sciences at Fanshawe. I used to ask Frieda all about her nursing courses and I’m sure this was a reason that I went into nursing the following year. We had a lot of fun living in London and hanging out. Frieda loved nursing and had a very compassionate heart. RIP Frieda you will be missed.💐

Condolence from Cathy Prout on June 4th, 2026 5:58 PM

Frieda shared a smile that welcomed you and her genuine heart of care and kindness was a constant.
Her life has left a lasting impact.
My condolences to her family
Cathy Prout

Condolence from Wendy Margree on June 4th, 2026 7:59 PM

Loved working with Frieda at Victoria Hospital. We shared many laughs and fun times. Always admired her medical missions to 3rd world countries where she gave so much of herself as a nurse. Frieda never put herself first. I’m so glad to have run into her 3 weeks ago and had the opportunity to give her a big hug not knowing that that was goodbye. She will be missed.

Condolence from Jan Webster on June 4th, 2026 11:37 PM

So saddened to hear of the passing of Frieda. She was a great nurse and friend.
She will be missed by everyone who knew her.🙏❤️

Condolence from Peter and Connie Bos on June 5th, 2026 7:27 AM

To all the Zandbergen family,

We are saddened to hear of the passing of Frieda.

We pray that God will give you strength in this difficult time.

Condolence from Scot Morgan and Judy Parsons on June 5th, 2026 9:06 AM

Sending sincere condolences to all the Zandbergen family. May your memories smooth your loss.

Condolence from Anne en Grietje Iedema on June 5th, 2026 3:31 PM

Our condolences to the family. Anne en Grietje Iedema. Drachten, the Netherlands.

Condolence from Inge on June 5th, 2026 5:14 PM

Condoleances voor de hele familie namens ome Joop, tante Dirkje, Ralf, Agnes en Inge

Condolence from Joke de Jonge on June 6th, 2026 5:35 PM

Our warmest condolences for all of you. She will be missed.

Douwe Iedema & Joke de Jonge
(Son of the late Jan & Lolkje Iedema from Drachten, The Netherlands)

Condolence from Maria Mader on June 6th, 2026 10:08 PM

I worked with Frieda in PACU at Victoria Hospital. She was a great nurse and had so many great stories to share of her past nursing career.
Her compassion and caring as a nurse I experienced first hand.
Frieda will be truly missed and has given us all great memories to remember!

Condolence from Sue(Insley) Wilson on June 6th, 2026 10:27 PM

Frieda’s siblings and families, I’m very saddened to read her obituary. I did not know in time to attend her Service. Heartfelt sympathy to you. I have known Frieda since high school. She was friendly, and you knew what her thoughts were on certain topics. She loved her family, and her nursing career. Cherish your precious memories and hold them close to your heart. May your faith, family and friends give you peace and comfort . You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs.

Condolence from Sherry Slawich on June 6th, 2026 10:54 PM

Frieda was a great Nurse and Colleague. (LHSC) Saddened to hear of her passing, too soon. Her sweet smile and special memories will be missed by all who knew her. May she rest in peace. My heartfelt condolences to all. 🙏❤️

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