Following a courageous battle with cancer, on Tuesday, September 8, 2015, at the Pembroke Regional Hospital, with her loving family by her side, in her 35th year. Beloved wife of Dr. Aaron Simon of Pembroke. Loved and cherished mother to Annabelle and Emmett Simon. Loved daughter of Ed and Marianne (Luyten) Van Esbroeck of Exeter. Dear sister of Jeremy (Catherine), Chris (Marnie), Michelle (Jeremy) Thomson, and Justine (Steve). Jaclyn will be sadly missed by all her aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, in-laws, and many friends. Also survived by her grandfather John Luyten.
Friends are invited to share their memories of Jaclyn with her family during visitation at the Murphy Funeral Home, Pembroke, and also at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main) on Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Precious Blood Church, 200 Sanders Street West, Exeter on Monday, September 14th at 11:30 AM with Father Len Desjardins presiding. Cremation with interment Exeter Cemetery.
In memory of Jaclyn, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
VAN ESBROECK: Jaclyn of Pembroke, and formerly of Exeter
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Patricia Bogaert
Dear Ed and Marianne and Famiily,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter.
From Patricia Bogaert and Andrew Jeacle and Family
Brad & Cathy Gregus
Every once in a while, someone comes alongside your path, that causes you to stand still, take notice, and exclaim, “yes, she was here, she made a difference!”…..Ed & Marianne, you raised children that are respectful, serve God, and are positive contributors to this world….Jaclyn lived God’s purpose for her intently, stayed briefly, and left abruptly; but who’s impact won’t be fully understood & appreciated for many years or generations…..We’re grateful God gave us the opportunity to witness this life well lived!
Tom and Bev Prout
Dear Ed, Marianne and Family
Please accept our sincere condolences at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this unfortunate and difficult time.
John & Arlene Berendsen
SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS..THINKING OF ALL OF YOU AT THIS TIME..JOHN & ARLENE
Brenda Morrissey
Cassandra, Alisha and I are so very sorry to hear of the passing of Jaclyn. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Doug and Elizabeth Walker
Ed, Marianne and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely Doug and Eliz
Haskett Funeral Homes
Dear Chris;
On behalf of all your colleagues here at OMAFRA, we send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family on this tragic loss.
Jacqui Empson Laporte
Ben Hindmarsh
Dave Bray
Kevin McKague
Gabe Ferguson
Anne Verhallen
Adam Hayes
Chris Brown
Dorienne Cushman
Andrew Barrie
Jake Munroe
Nicole Rabe
Niall and Rosemary Straw
Ed and Marianne, and family.
Jaclyn was a wonderful daughter,sister, wife and friend.
She will be remembered for the strength and courage that she showed all of us during this past year.
We wish you peace at this time of sorrow . May we all find the loss of Jaclyn lessened by the support for Jac Attack being held in nine cities on October 4.
Her legacy will continue and flourish.
Bert and Sylvia Groenestege
So saddened to hear about the loss of Jaclyn. May you keep many good memories of her close to your heart. Our deepest sympathy to your family.
Mary & Jim MacGregor
Marianne & Ed. Our sympathy over your great loss of Jaclyn. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Christine and kids van Esbroeck
Ed & Marianne, All our sympathy on the loss of Jaclyn. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Christine, Elianne, Therese and Elleke van Esbroeck, Kloosterzande
Melanie Knight
I met Jaclyn just this past year as we both were going through cancer treatment. I swore I didn’t want any ‘cancer friends’ but we quickly bonded over our shared cancer but mostly because we’re both small town southern Ontario gals.
Jaclyn was a fantastic person, I only needed to know her a short time to figure that out. Some people have a light about them and Jaclyn had that, if you looked closely it was always glowing.
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
Ed, Marianne and families
Sorry to learn of the passing of Jaclyn, our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
John and Pat Simon ,John jr. and Jennifer
we are so sorry to hear of your great loss our thoughts and prayers are with you. it is always difficult to lose some one that we love and even more so at such a young age may she rest in peace.
Randy & Candice Venier
We share the feeling of loss experienced by all.
Don and Betty Warr
Ed, Marianne & Family. Sincere condolences on the passing of Jaclyn, you are in our thoughts & prayers.
Patrick and Roanne Therrien
Jeremy and Family
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. We can’t image how you must feel. Our thoughts are with you.
Joyce & Frank Maas
Mary Ann,Ed and family,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this incredibly difficult time.
Ann and Rob Morley
We are so sorry for your loss. Jaclyn touched many with her big smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dave & Cindy Oke
Ed, Jeremy & Family
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Roger White
To the Van Esbroeck and Simon families sincere condolences
Michelle and Perry Sereda
Dear Ed, Marianne and family, we are so saddened by your great loss. I am unsure what to say when the loss is so very difficult to say the least. It may be a while to take comfort in your memories but now that Jaclyn is resting comfortably in the arms of God, that in and of itself is hoped to bring you all bring a small measure of comfort. God bless you all. Michelle and Perry Sereda
Julie Darling
Jaclyn and I played soccer together every summer growing up, and I can still picture her on the field…tall, crazy long legs, and a big smile. I found out about her battle with cancer when I saw her “Jac Attack” video, and she has been on my mind ever since. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you grieve the loss of such a beautiful young mother, wife, daughter, and sister.
Jan Easton
Dear Ed and Marianne,
We are so saddened to hear of the passing of your loved, Jaclyn! Please know we are praying for all of you!
Jan and Doug
Tom & Cindy Fickling
So sorry to hear about Jaclyn losing her fight with this horrible disease. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ben Armstrong & Tanya Mero and family
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies to all of you. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Terry and Jean O'Rourke
Marianne and Ed.We are truly sorry to hear of Jaclyn’s passing.Our thoughts and prayers have been and will continue to be with you at this most difficult time.Our children Meaghan, Kieran, Eamon and Mairead also send along their condolences. All the best to you all.
Diane and Joe Darling
Ed, Marianne and family – please know that you are in out thoughts and prayers.
Pat and Gwen O'Rourke
Our deepest sympathy goes to all your family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Mary Lou & Ron Bilcke and Family
Marianne & Ed and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Your hearts will be broken. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this tragic time.
Larry and Faye Skinner
Marianne, Ed, and family: We are so sorry to hear of the death of Jaclyn. She has been in our prayers for months. She fought a long hard battle and know she is at peace now with no more struggling. Our thoughts are with all of you at this time.
Robert and Roxanne Kennedy
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. We did not know Jacyln but her story emitted a beautiful gentle soul that was taken too early from you.
Mike & Leanne Restemayer
We are so sorry to hear the news of Jaclyn’s passing. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time. May you all find some comfort in memories and each other.
George and Sue Wilson
Aaron, Annabelle and Emmett, Marianne and Ed and family,We are very saddened at the passing of Jackie. She was a brave young woman…daughter, wife and mother. She had such a pure soul.Always caring for others, even in her illness. Cancer is such a mean disease, but it never broke Jackie s love for her family. It never broke her spirit.She will live on in her children. She is now their guardian angel, along with her Grandma. Our hearts break for you. We are here when you need to talk. The CIBC walk for the cure on October 4 will be a dedication to Jackie. Love George and Sue
Peter and Tammy Antaya
Dear Ed, Marianne and Family:
We were so sorry to hear about Jaclyn. A beautiful woman who fought a long and courageous battle. We all send our love, hugs, thoughts and prayers to each and everyone of you at this time. Words cannot express the deep sadness that we feel for each of you. Memories to help hold you, time to heal. Hold each other close. Sorry we are unable to be at the visitation due to being away. We will be with you in spirit and prayer. All our love…..
Frank and Janet Winters
Marianne and Ed, and family-We are so saddened to hear Jaclyn has passed on and are totally at a loss for words. Our condolances
Wendy Heimrich
Marianne, Ed & family
Aaron,Annabelle & Emmett
Sending my sincere condolences to you all with the loss of a wonderful young lady. She was a fighter and a loving Mother.
Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Treasure the wonderful memories and she will always stay alive in your hearts.
Hugs Wendy Heimrich
Bob, Sharon, Megan, Nicole & Scott Pavkeje
Aaron, Annabelle, Emmett, Marianne & Ed & family and Simon family,
Our hearts are broken with the passing of Jackie, she has been an inspiration to so many. Our kids loved when she came to babysit them years ago, she was so proud of her family and always told the kids lots of stories about them. We kept in touch and have enjoyed watching her become a successful nurse, such a beautiful bride and precious mother to Annabelle and Emmett.. Rest in peace Jackie, our heart goes out to your family.
Joe Bierling
I cannot understand how the Van Esbroeck and Simon families feel after such a loss. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to everybody whose life Jaclyn enriched. I know there are many.
Luci and Dwight Dickerson
I worked with Jaclyn at the Renfrew County and District Health Unit until my retirement in 2011. I will remember Jaclyn fondly as a co-worker who always had a huge smile for everyone and a genuine kind woman. I’ll remember our laughter as we realized we shared the same middle name “Petranella Maria” due to our Dutch heritage and I’ll remember her most for her courage, determination and true grit.
Irv & Lois Armstrong
Marianne & Ed. We are sorry to hear of the death of Jaclyn just in the prime of her life. Our thought and prayers are with you and your family At this sad time. All the best to all of you. We have missed you at work. Lois and Irv.
Philippe & Janet Maes
Van Esbroeck and Simon Family
Jaclyn was a beautiful ,strong, positive, brave, kind person big heart and a smile on her face. Jaclyn has showed us all so much strength . You all have so many great memories; keep them close to your heart. Jaclyn you are another beautiful angel taken to soon from all of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.