DYK, Tina Van Dyk

In His right time, the Lord, her Saviour, took to Himself; our loving Mother, Oma, and Great-Oma, Tina Van Dyk (nee DeRuiter), on Monday, September 1, 2025, at the age of 93. Predeceased by her Husband, Henk Van Dyk (2006).

Deeply loved by her children, Rob and Ann Van Dyk, Elisabeth and Gord Wong, Ingrid and the late Michael Travassos (2025), Paul and Laurie Van Dyk, Mark Van Dyk and Amanda Muma, Steve Van Dyk and Vanessa Tulk, and Tessa Van Dyk.

Proud Oma of Devon and Erik Van Dyk, Carmen Wong, Zachary Travassos and Bailey Lee, Natasha and Jake Rowell, Brandon and Andrew Van Dyk, Austin Van Dyk, and Seth and Hannah Van Dyk, and Great-Oma of LaNiyah and Niyarah Bruce, and, Henry and Hudson Van Dyk, Emma and Gabriella.

Cherished sister and sister-in-law of the late Herman (2017) and Ricki DeRuiter, Frank and Freda DeRuiter, the late Joanne (2012) and Dick (2003) Kirkpatrick, and Elisabeth DeRuiter.  And beloved “Tante Tinie” of many nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by her parents Albertus (1981) and Jeltje DeRuiter (1991).

Mom has always been a constant in our lives- there to provide unconditional support.  Mom could be very stubborn, and would like to think she was always right-even when she wasn’t.  She was very easy going and would talk to everyone, and was able to laugh at herself.  Mom was extremely honest and would never hold a grudge-always encouraging us to “step over it”.

Mom had an adventurous spirit, becoming an entrepreneur with Dad-opening Strathroy Print & Litho in 1967, where she worked as the bookkeeper.  Mom loved organizing trips every summer-travelling across Canada and the United States.  She introduced camping at Killbear Park to the grandkids, spent endless summers at the town pool ensuring her kids and grandkids knew how to swim.  Oma never missed a hockey game, soccer practice, dance recital or basketball tournament.

Mom always made a “gezellig” atmosphere-hosting family gatherings and cooking our favourite Nasi Goreng.  We all grew up with Nivea cream on our faces, and hagelslag sandwiches.

We wish to extend our special thanks and gratitude to Barb Thyssen, Bernie Johnstone, Kathy Eagleson, the Klinker boys – Jeff and Chris, Jessica Pranger, SE Health – Iryna and Bridgett, ParaMed Home Health – Kim, Community Paramedics from Middlesex-London Paramedic Services – Cindy, Meals on Wheels, Dr David Sanders, Dr Tim MacDonald, Dr Nuala Marshall and the staff at Sprucedale Care Centre – Maple Gardens, for their compassion and care.

To celebrate Tina’s life, visitation will be held on Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 2 pm to 5 pm at DENNING’S OF STRATHROY, 32 Metcalfe Street West, Strathroy, where the funeral will be held on Monday, September 8, 2025 at 11 a.m.  Interment following at the Strathroy Cemetery.

Mom, your love, guidance, and warm spirit will remain in our hearts forever. You were the best Oma ever.  We are grateful for the precious memories you left behind and we will celebrate your beautiful life always.