Hendrik Johan Prinzen
4-Oct-1926 - 8-Jan-2025
On Jan 8, 2025, Hendrik (Henk) passed into the presence of his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ in his 99th year. Predeceased by his first wife Jikke Huizenga (1953) and seven of his nine siblings. Beloved husband of Didy Hoven, whom he was married to for over 67 years and with whom he had 4 children. Dear Dad to Fred (Debby), Rick (Vivien), Deborah, and Esther (Jonathan) and loving Papa to Mirjana. Special Opa and Grandpa to Jordan (Jared), Justine (Spencer), Nolan (Daphnée), Aaron, Meaghan (Nathan), Ethan, Jaclyn (Brandon), Joel, and Nathaniel. Proud Great-Grandfather to Navey, Lola, and Oaklée. Survived by his sister Annie, brother Ben (Margie), and sisters-in-law Audrey and Mary.
Hendrik was born in IJzerlo, Gelderland, The Netherlands, on Oct 4, 1926, the 2nd of 10 children. He immigrated from The Netherlands to Prince Edward County with his family in 1948. He married Didy in 1957 and settled in Whitby, ON. Hendrik worked for General Motors for 25 years and for many years also had a small engine repair business at home. He loved his family dearly and was so very proud of all of them.
The family wishes to thank the numerous staff at Paramed, St. Elizabeth, and Community Care for their compassionate care and dedication in helping us keep Dad at home for many years. In particular, thank you to Marian, Adele, and Millie, who held special roles in his care.
Family and friends will be received at Mount Lawn Funeral Home on Tues. Jan. 14th from 11:00 AM until the time of the service in the chapel at 12:00 PM, followed by a reception. Interment to be held at a later date at Glenwood Cemetery, Picton, ON.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Hebron Christian Reformed Church would be appreciated.
If you are unable to attend, please join the family via livestream by registering at the link provided: Livestream Registration.
Funeral Details
Visitation
Mount Lawn Funeral Home
Event Times: 14-Jan-2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Chapel Service
Mount Lawn Funeral Home
Event Times: 14-Jan-2025 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Condolences from Family and Friends
POSTED BY Lisa Keenan-Lindsay | 10-Jan-2025
So sorry to hear this news. We were long-time neighbours and have fond memories of your dad and living next door to the Prinzens. Unfortunately, we cannot make the funeral as we are out of town, but we will be thinking of you. On behalf of the Keenan family, we are sending condolences to the entire family and are sorry we will not be able to see you.
- Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Arbor Memorial Mount Lawn Funeral Home & Cemetery.
