March 3, 1932 - November 23, 2023

Gerry, beloved husband for 47 years of Rita Krukkert and close companion for 10 years of Tonny Nijenhuis.

Devoted father of Bernie of Ottawa, Peter of Courtice, and David (Lisa) of Millbrook.

Loving Opa of Tony, Ryan and Chantel (Matthew). Great opa of Wyatt, Walker and Warren.

Dear brother of Jos (predeceased), Bertus, Harry (predeceased), Marinus (predeceased), Annie, Frans, Wim (predeceased), Hennie (predeceased) and Rietje.

Visitation will be held at Newcastle Funeral Home on Thursday November 30th, 2023 from 2:00 - 4:00 & 7:00 - 9:00. A funeral Mass will be held on Friday December 1st, 2023 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church (214 King Ave E, Newcastle, ON L1B 1H5) at 11:00 am. Interment will follow.

Guests are invited to join the reception at St. Francis following the burial.