Passed away peacefuIIy with his famiIy by his side at Seaforth Manor Nursing Home on Saturday, December 20, 2014. Johannes WiIheImus Janmaat of Seaforth, born in Iinschoten, HoIIand, was in his 95th year.
BeIoved husband of Mary (nee van Dyk) Janmaat for 62 years. Ioving father of Iuke (Bonnie) of Seaforth, Ken (Deb) of Seaforth, Mary Johnston (Danny) of Sarnia, John of BayfieId, Ann Cronin (Gary) of St. CoIumban, Ted (MaryAnne) of CIinton, Joan Bridge (Scott) of Wingham, Ron (colleen) of Seaforth and PauI (Iori) of AiIsa Craig. Cherished Grandpa of 26 and Great-Grandpa of 16. John wiII aIso be missed by his extended famiIy members on the Janmaat and the van Dyk sides, both here in Canada and in HoIIand.
Visitation wiII be heId at McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home, Seaforth, 519-527-1390, on Monday, December 22nd from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian BuriaI Ied by Fr. Brian Mccoll wiII be heId at St. James CathoIic Church in Seaforth, on Tuesday, December 23, 2014 at 11 a.m. A reception wiII immediateIy foIIow at the Seaforth & District Community Centre and interment wiII take pIace at St. James CathoIic Cemetery in the spring.
In Iieu of fIowers, memoriaI donations to the Seaforth Community HospitaI, Canadian Diabetes Association or the Canadian
Cancer Society wouId be appreciated and can be made through the funeraI home or by visiting Johns on-Iine memoriaI at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com
Diane Clark (Phillips)
To The Janmaat Family
I am so sorry to hear of your father&&single&&s passing and send my deepest sympathy. I wish all of you peace, comfort and cherished memories.
Diane Clark (Phillips)
Woodstock, ON
Al and Vickie Harvey
Just found out about the loss of your father. Our condolences.
Paul, Luke and family
Vickie and Al Harvey
Exeter, Ontario
Gwen
Ken and Deb and families Sorry to hear about your dad Ken. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all. Gwen
Barry and Laura Moore
Laura and I were so sorry to hear of your loss. We hope you can find solace remembering a life well lived life.
We&&single&&ll be thinking of you this holiday season while we raise a glass to John.
Cor & Gerda VandenHoven
To Mary and all of John&&single&&s family, We are sorry to hear of your loss but hope you find comfort in a life well lived. I am sure there are many happy memories to remember at this sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With sincere sympathy , Cor & Gerda
Dave and Joanne Tilley & family
Our condolences to Mary and all of the Janmaat families. We are so sorry for the loss of your husband, dad, grandpa and great-grandpa. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Bob and Wendy Patrick
Our deepest sympathy.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mark and Cheryl Steffler
Ken, Deb and family:
We&&single&&re very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Ron & Dorothea Williamson
To all the Janmaat Families : Our sincere sympathy in the loss of your Father & Grandfather . Cherish all your precious memories ! Ron & Dorothea Williamson.
Candice Wright
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Carolanne Doig
I am sorry to hear of the passing of John. His long life in Seaforth has left our community with many descendants that are a tribute to his life. My sincerest sympathy to the entire family.
Joanne Holland
I am so sorry to hear of your husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather&&single&&s passing. So many memories of the Janmaat and Groothuis families growing up! ( I am sure Mom still has pictures). What a long and interesting life he has had. Cherish all your happy memories. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Kathy Dale
I am so sorry to Mary, Luke, and the entire Janmaat family, for your loss. My thoughts and condolences are with you all, during this time.
Bill & Evelyn Vandenhengel
Dear Mary and family:
We trust that your memories of John&&single&&s well-lived life will bring comfort to you at this time of grief. May he rest in peace.
Bill & Evelyn Vandenhengel. Calgary.
Geert, Shirley and Franke Hosper
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow
Huron East/Seaforth Community Development Trust
Luke and family, Our condolences to you and your family. Thinking of you at this time.
Robert Hiusser
sympathies and condolences to all members of the family
Brian and Janet Keys
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Diane Elston
Ann, Gary and family, our sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time.
Diane Elston and family
Merv and Maureen Agar and family
Our thoughts are with you. May all your wonderful memories help bring some smiles as you say gather to say goodbye.
Deb & Gord Phillips
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Deb & Gord Phillips
Harry and Donna Arts
Our deepest sympathies to the entire family with John&&single&&s passing. We are sorry we are unable to attend the visitation as we are away but please know that we are thinking of all of you during this difficult time. Donna and Harry
The Lowes
On behalf of the Lowe family, we extend our deepest regrets to the Janmaat family.
Cathy Williams
Mary, sending prayers to you and your family at this difficult time. Hope all the good memories of your dad put a smile on your face and peace in your heart.
Pat & Karen Caughy
Paul, Lori and family, we are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you throughout this difficult time.
Dave and Deb Mckenzie
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Janmaat families at this sad time.
Keith Murray
May sympathies and condolences to all members of the family – a real good bunch of folks. Mom ad Ron really enjoyed beding a neighbour for many years…Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Keith, Cindy and families
Sharon & Steve
Dear Mary and family, Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all today.
Just remember all the memories you have to share with each other and know he is in your heart forever.
Sharon & Rob Dale
Dear Luke, Bonnie and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Keep John close to your heart and he will always be with you.
All our love.
Art and Joan McNaughton
So sorry to hear of your dad&&single&&s passing. It is not easy to say goodbye to our family members but you have so many good memories to share.
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Jane and George Zwep & family
To all the Janmaat family our deepest sympathy with the passing of John. Such a wonderful legacy he has left you all – to carry forward and now pass on to your children. Treasure this time of telling stories and memories!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and also from Danica in Ireland.
Deb Cooper
Ron, Colleen and kids
Sorry to hear of your father and grandfathers passing. May your many great memories of him bring a smile to your face every day. We are thinking of you all.
Deb ,Dave ,Chrissy and Dale and families
Susan & Bill Garriick
To Mary and the entire Janmaat family,our deepest sympathy to all of you during this sad time. John was a man who lived life to its fullest on his own terms and enjoyed it all. He was very proud of his family and was always grateful for your loving care over the years. Cherish the legacy and precious memories that he left for all of you. He is now safe in the arms of God.
Sue and Bill Garrick
Terry & Connie Trotter, and family
Luke, Bonnie and families. We are so sorry to hear of John&&single&&s passing. Our prayers are with you all at this time.
Karen Waide
Mary, I&&single&&m so sorry for the loss of your dad. I know in recent months, we had talked about his declining health and how worried you were about your folks. My only hope is he did not suffer and just went to sleep. My condolences to you and your family.