Peacefully at the Exeter Villa, on Thursday, August 11, 2016, Wilma went home to be with her Lord, at the age of 101. She leaves behind her two sons Bill (Gail), John (Lisa), and daughter Ann Zwaan (Fred), and her grandchildren Jennifer (Adam), Vanessa (Sean), Liz, Jodi, Tim, Karolyn, Holly (Ben), and Nicole (John). She also leaves behind her beloved great-grandchildren Taylor, A.J., Elliott, Quin, Ethan, Keagan, and Carter. Predeceased by grandson Josh, and great-granddaughter Chantel. Wilma was born is Dijkerhoek, municipality of Holten, Overijsel, Holland (site of a present-day Canadian War Cemetery) on 22 Nov 1914. She is predeceased by her Mother Johanna and Father Johan Prins, an infant sister and brothers Engbert and Hendrik Prins. She survived two World Wars (times of extreme hardships). She married her husband Fred in 1944, and in 1955 they emigrated to Canada where the family settled to farm in Tuckersmith Township between Kippen and Seaforth, Ontario. After the kids showed no interest in the farm life, they sold it and Wilma went to work for Hall Lamp in Huron Park for a number of years. Retirement followed and Wilma got busy looking after grandchildren in Kincardine and Woodham and volunteering for various causes, especially serving her church until she was not able. A special “Thank You” to the staff at the Exeter Villa, and to Dr. Steciuk. Rest in eternal peace Mom! You have earned it.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main) on Sunday afternoon 2-4 PM. The funeral service will be held at the Bethel Reformed Church, 200 Huron Street East, Exeter on Monday, August 15th at 11 AM with Pastor John Zwaan officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to the Exeter Villa, Bethel Reformed Church, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
George and Sue Wilson
Ann, Fred and family, I remember your Mom years ago. I always liked Wilma. Our girls used to play ringette with your girl(s). Time has passed by, so quickly. Now the grandchildren appear! Thinking of you at this sad time. George and Sue Wilson
Anne Mousseau
Sending my deepest condolences in the passing of your Mom Ann. I enjoyed my visits with her over the years when doing her insurance review. She was such a pleasant, cheery lady.
Kindest regards.
Anne Mousseau
Mike Berry
John and Family,
Our deepest condolence to all. Sounds like she was a remarkable woman. Wish I could have met her.
Colleen Ridley
Our condolences to your family. I will always remember her singing when we were younger, Karolyn.
Thinking of you,
Colleen, Matt, Claire, Rachel, Megan and Robyn
Connie and Hans De Jong
Sincere condolences to the Kleinhaar family on the loss of your dear mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you , Connie and Hans De Jong.
Alice Paisley
Lisa, John, Jodi, Karolyn & Tim,
We’re so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Alice, Camden & Declan
Joan Swiderski
Thanks for the variety of family photos… they show how caring and close the family has been.. yes it will be a big hole to fill with the passing of your Mom, grandmother and great grandmother. The memories will last a lifetime. I know of the grief that you will be feeling and I encourage you to be strong in the Lord. Blessings
Annette
Wish so much that we could be there.
Rich & Janice McClenaghan
So sorry about Wilma’s passing. She lived such an incredible long healthy life. She saw so many changes, advances & inventions in her time. She was loved by many friends & family members.
Chris Parker
Sincere condolences to the Kleinhaar family on the loss of your mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Wilma was always a joy to work with. It was a pleasure and blessing to know her. Chris and Jamie Parker, and Henny Parker
Ron & Marianne Ferguson
Ann, Fred, Holly and Nicole,
Hold your memories close.. Met oprechte deelneming
Ron and Marianne