GERRITSEN, Everett Hubertus - March 10, 1927 – November 12, 2019
A long time resident of Whitby, Ontario, Everett immigrated from the Netherlands in 1951 after serving in the Dutch army in Indonesia.
He came to Canada by plane, landing in Montreal before making his way to southern Ontario where he found employment on a farm in Sunderland.
He then found employment on John Hooyer’s farm in Nestleton where he met the love of his life, Florence Bakker, picking tobacco.
Everett and Florence moved to Whitby together where they married at St Mark’s United Church and had three children; Anita, Cora, and Edward. Everett’s working carrier included employment with Whitby Dunlop Tire, Firestone, and Denton Industrial.
An active member of the Abilities Centre and a proud member of the Whitby Horticultural society, Everett enjoyed his retirement years gardening, woodworking, and watching his six grandchildren grow up.
Beloved husband of the late Florence (nee Bakker).
Loving father to Anita Treffers (Barry Pierunek), Cora Gerritsen-Menard (Patrick Menard), and Ed Gerritsen (Lydia Vysma-Gerritsen).
Proud Opa to Bryan Treffers, Laura Treffers (Thomas), Eric Menard (Vanessa), Julie Menard (Tyler), Kristen Gerritsen, and Sarah Gerritsen (Mitch).
Brother to Anneke Schrijver and predeceased by Egbert Gerritsen. Everett will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by all of his extended family and friends.
A special thank you to neighbours and friends who’ve helped him throughout the years.
If desired, memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society of Canada or a CHARITY of your choice are greatly appreciated.