HEERINGA, Donald  -  It is with sadness we announce the passing of Donald Heeringa on August 10th, 2024. He loved and was loved. People who he met loved his sense of humor, his bright smile and his serving heart.

Singing for the Lord in the church choir and playing the Harmonica brought him great joy.

His family was his life, and he always found time for his grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

You’ll be missed and never forgotten.

Don is survived by his wife Rita of 68 years; children John (Robynne), Gilbert (Peter) and Renee (Jerry); grandchildren Sharolyn, Branden, Ryan, Dylan and Keaton; along with his brother Brante and sister Eke both of Holland.

Don was predeceased by his daughter-in-law Marion; and siblings Karl, Ray, Hinke, Tryn and Auke.

The family would like to thank the Nursing Staff and Doctors at Lakeridge Health Bowmanville, Floors 1 & 2 and also the Staff at Seasons Bowmanville, for all the wonderful care they provided towards Don and his family.

Visitation will take place at MOUNT LAWN FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY, 21 Garrard Road, Whitby on Friday, August 16 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held at Hebron CRC, 4240 Anderson Street, Whitby on Saturday, August 17 at 11:00 a.m.

If desired memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Lung Association would be appreciated by the family.