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Adrian Zandvleit
February 2, 1929 - April 10, 2012
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On Tuesday April 10, 2012, Adrian John Zandvliet of Oliver passed away at the McKinney Place Extended Care Unit at the age of 83.
Adrian will be fondly remembered by his loving wife Annie of 48 years; children, Joanne (Dan) Nazaroff, Adrian Jr. (Roxanne) Zandvliet and Jennifer (Edward) Zandvliet; grandsons Pieter, Patrick and Jordan Martin; granddaughters Kirsten, Terese and Dayna Zandvliet; brothers Martin (Nida) Zandvliet, John (Alma) Zandvliet and sister Nel Radies; many nieces, nephews and his furry friend Tuffy.
Adrian was predeceased by his parents Martinus and Petronella Zandvliet, his sister Hendrika Zandvliet and his brother in-law Art Radies.
Over the years Adrian worked at the Mac & Fitz Packing House, for BC Fruit Packers, Haynes Packing House, the Naramata Co-op as well as the Okanagan Similkameen Fruit Growers (Oliver/Penticton/Summerland/Kelowna).
Adrian was very community oriented and generous with his time. He was a Life Member of the Oliver Elks, and a member of the Osoyoos Soccer Club. Adrian and Annie together volunteered for ten years at the Oliver Food Bank and many other organizations throughout their time together.
Adrian and Annie also received recognition from the: Ministry of Social Services, BC Federation of Foster Parents Association, and the Ministry for Children & Families for serving 32 years. He also enjoyed fishing, camping, soccer, speed skating, the Vancouver Canucks and spending time with his family.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday April 14, 2012 at Christ the King Catholic Church, Oliver, BC with Fr. Gabriel officiating. A reception hosted by the Royal Purple will follow at the Oliver Elks Hall.
Donations are gratefully accepted for the Elks and Royal Purple Fund For Children,
Suite 100 2629 – 29th Avenue, Regina, SK, S4S 2N9.
The family would like to also extend a heartfelt thanks to Dr. Rooke, Dr. Entwistle, and the many nurses and staff at SOGH and McKinney Place.
Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com.
Arrangements entrusted to Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium, Oliver & Osoyoos, BC.
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From: Cheryl Pirie
Relation: Friend
Deepest sympathies to your family in the loss of your beloved husband and father. May you take comfort in knowing that Adrian is at peace and his spirit is now free.
Was wonderful to see you Ann when our family was home in March in a similar situation.
From: heddy @Pierre Smeets
Relation: old friend
Ann and Fam. I was shocked that Adrian had passed away. Pierre and I wish you a lot of strenght in those dark days.
Pierre and Heddy Smeets
From: Rick and Ruth Glover
Relation: Acquaintances of Annie
We wanted to offer our sincerest sympathies in the loss of your husband. We pray that you will find God to be your Comforter in the days to come.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
April 14, 2012
Beginning at 1:00pm
Location:
Christ the King Catholic Church
35060 - 107th Street
Oliver, BC Canada V0H 1T0
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday April 14, 2012 at Christ the King Catholic Church, Oliver, BC with Fr. Gabriel officiating.
35060 - 107th Street
Oliver, BC Canada V0H 1T0
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