Obituary: Johanna Maria (nee Uittenbogaard), born 13 February1927, Oegstgeest, Netherlands, died peacefully, 27 January 2011, Langley, B.C. Itis with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Predeceased by her brothers Bram and Ru, and sister Marijtje. Survived by her brother Jan and sister Wil, both of the Netherlands. She is also survived by her children; Julie (Mike), Robert (Dechen) and Anita, and her five grandchildren; Julian, Dominic, Adrian, Jake and Sophia. Johanna was born the fifth of six children, to Jan and Gerarda Wilhelmina Uittenbogaard. She emigrated to Canada in 1954, passing through Pier 21 on Canada Day, and boarding the train from Halifax to Vancouver, where she began work as a nurse at the Royal Columbian Hospital. A beautiful, resourceful woman, she interruptedher nursing career to raise her three children. Johanna was wise, kindand generous. She raised her children with love and integrity. She returned to nursing at age 52, after successfully completing a refresher course. Subsequently Johanna renewed her faith and became very active with friends at the Christian Life Assembly Church. Forever curious, and fascinated by nature and the world around her, Johanna never lost her child-like wonder at God’s creation. She loved music and history. She delighted in nature and being outdoors. She enjoyed traveling and returning to her native Holland. An energetic and joyful spirit, she was ever present to her children and grandchildren. A resilient woman who faced many adversities in her life, she was an extraordinary inspiration to her family and friends. She was transparent in her faith, and reflected love and forgiveness. She will be missed in body, but forever present in spirit. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight” ~ Proverbs 3:5
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