Bert passed away on October 20, 2012 at the age of 80.
Bert will be dearly missed by his wife, Kathy–semicolon– his son, Gilbert Van Nes–semicolon– his daughter, Esther Van Nes, and her husband, Blayne Thachuk, and their children, Shae and Roan–semicolon– Kathy’s sons, Ron Ung and Jeff (Kim) Ung and their children, Rachel, Braeden and Erin–semicolon– brothers, Rudy Van Nes and Louis (Connie) Van Nes–semicolon– sisters, Alida (John) Bosch and Maria (Leo) Van Vliet–semicolon– and numerous other family and friends.
He was predeceased by his wife, Catherina (nee Van Keulen) and wife, Angelina (nee Kando).
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 4, 2012 at Connelly-McKinley Sherwood Park-Mill Woods Funeral Home, 4820 Meridian St., Edmonton (Meridian Street can only be accessed heading SOUTH on Hwy 216 (Anthony Henday) – the access is 1 km south of the Sherwood Park Freeway on Hwy 216.). A Private Graveside Service will be held at Glenwood Memorial Gardens on Monday, November 5, 2012.
In memory of Bert, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
Ron & Delsie Tkachuk says
Bert, you will be missed…….. “One of a Kind” – a man of wit, humor and determination to the end.
To those he leaves behind:
“Hold tight to memories, and lean on friends and family for strength”.
Inge Leenhouts says
Dear Gilbert and Esther,
In the summer of 1967 your father pointed me to Jesus and that changed my life. I thank God for your dad\’s input. May the God of all comfort be with you in these days when you must miss him much.
Inge Verschoor-Leenhouts
Greg & Cathy McCracken/O'Coin says
Dear Kathy, Gilbert, Esther, Blayne and families….words cannot express how sad we are to hear of Bert\’s passing. Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you all. We are on our way to Edmonton, and will see you soon. Much love, Greg & Cathy
Sheldon J (Jim) Beckham says
Meeting, associating, and working for Bert was one of the very, very memorable occasions in my life.
He was a wonderful friend who challenged many of my \”Sacred Cows\” of perception.
I will miss you Bert until we meet again up there.
phyllis penchuk says
My deepest condolences on the passing of your father..He was loved…..
Orest Myckan says
Sincere condolences to all of the family on Bert\’s passing.
Even though its been years, I remember the great discussions we had. He\’s
remembered for his uniqueness, his particular points of view and his humour!
Orest Myckan