Peacefully, at her home surrounded by her children on Sunday, January 10, 2016 of Exeter. Beloved wife of the late Don Penninga (1980). Cherished mother of Jane Penninga of Exeter, Rob Penninga and Rose Patton of London, Judy and Bryan Kestle of Strathroy, Joyce and Gary Wurm of Exeter, Debbie Penninga and Shaun Connor of Exshaw, Alberta, and Don and Amy Penninga of Exeter. Beloved grandmother of Steven; Marisa, Anthony; Brianna, Michelle, Ryan; Rick (Heather), and Emily (David). Dear great-grandmother of Annabelle. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Susanna Speir of Varna, Andrew and Ruth Imanse of Brea, California, Peter and Jean Imanse of Goderich, John Imanse of Varna, John and Rita Hoogenes of Brucefield, JoAnne and John Forestell of Guelph, and Darlene and Peter Stastny of London. Fondly remembered by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Predeceased by her brother Frank, sister Janice DeVries, and brother-in-law Robert Speir.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter (1 street west of Main) on Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held at the Exeter Christian Reformed Church, 330 Huron Street West, Exeter on Friday, January 15th at 11 AM with Pastor Kevin teBrake officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to the Saint Elizabeth Health Care would be appreciated by the family.
PENNINGA: Gertie of Exeter
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Gabe Jan
Hello to my cousins. My condolences to you. Jane, Rob, Judy, Joyce Debbie and Donnie and your spouses, kids friends. Sorry to hear that your mom(tante Guus) has past away. I will always remember my visits to your family on Huronstreet. Was always a pleasure.
Wish all of you the very best now and in the time to come.
Greeting from Gabe Jan.
Marga Penninga
Dear Family, Jane, Rob , Judy, Joyce, Debby, Donny.
Last week we heard about your mother. When I visited my mother , she told me that Tante Ge has called her.
My memory’s off her is that she/you visited Holland, and that I was your guest in 1981.
Your mother was nice /lief, zorgzaam en kind.
I also saw the note of Cheril, I remember me that summer from the pictures.
You know, my englisch is not so good, but you know that I mean all of my writhings.You will miss her, and we think about her in love.
Your cousin from Holland Marga
Jim, Carol and Elizabeth
Don and Amy. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Sandra Newton
My deepest sympathy at the loss of your mother. I didn’t have the pleasure of knowing your mom but I have heard wonderful comments about her. Raising six children is a tribute of love reserved for a few special people, including your mother.
George Imans
Margaret, Tony, and I would like to express our deepest sympathies to all of you (family, as well as brothers and sisters at ‘The Farm’) with the passing of Gertie. It is always tough to lose someone who is so dearly loved but she is in a much better place now, ‘kletzing’ with everyone around the table!
Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
George Imans
St. Catharines
Julie beattie
I just heard the news. I am so sorry for your loss. Gertie was a strong, wonderful woman. My condolences to the Penninga family. I think of Deb often. Thank you for coming to see me at my dad’s funeral. I would have liked to,have been there for you the ladt few days. I see Don quite often at my place of work. Take care!
Mary Ellen Lee
Sorry I couldn’t make it to Exeter as I’m ill. I have fond memories of going to your home when I was 11 yrs.old
through my teen years .Your Mother always treated me like one of the family. Jane and I have been friends for
50 years .We all are busy with life ,but never forget where we came from. Hold the memories close to your
heart.
Jeff Verhoeven
My deepest sympathies to Don and family my thoughts and prayers are with you
Ron and Marlene Moore
Our deepest sympathy to all the family.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time sadness. May all your good memories bring you comfort.
Tom, Tracy Humphreys & family
Jane, Joyce, Rob, Don and families
Sorry to hear of Gertie’s passing. Was such an wonderful lady. Was such fun to work with her long ago at the bakery. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Tom, Tracy, Samantha and Tommy Humphreys
Cheryl (Hockey)Trikha
My heartfelt condolences Jane, Rob, Judy, Joyce, Debbie, Don and families. May you find comfort in the knowledge that your mom was a wonderful woman, a real spitfire. Wish I had taken the opportunity to thank her for her momentous generosity in taking me with them to the Netherlands when I was 9.
Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Tom Hartai
To all the Penninga family
On behalf of my family and staff please accept our deepest condolences. Gertie was always a pleasure to serve in my store here in Exeter. She will be missed by us all.
Tom Hartai
Brigittes Fashions/Thomas H Fine Menswear
Exeter
Lucy Sedlak
Dear Joyce and your whole family. We are sorry to hear you Mom passed.Words feel so inadequate at a time like this.Please know we are thinking of you all and sending our deepest sympathy.
Hugs and more hugs Lucy and Mike
George and Sue Wilson and family
To all Gertie s children and families, and Susanna, We were sorry to hear of Gertie s passing away. She was a nice lady. Remember all the happy memories. Thinking of you at this sad time. George and Sue
Kimberley (McCaffrey) Mansey-Walker
Jane, Rob, Judy, Joyce, Debbie, Don, spouses and children – My thoughts and prayers are with you, and I hold you all dear in my heart. I am so saddened to learn of your beautiful mother’s passing. Your mom was such a strong woman, as well as loving, funny, determined, and never afraid to tell you what she really thought. I loved her, and know she will be so very missed by each one of you. I wish I could be with you at this time. Thank you for sharing the slide show online – that was a beautiful trip down memory lane. May she be at peace and pain-free, reunited with her loving husband. xo
Ruth Stuart, Jenna & Laura Chappel
Joyce and family,
so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom/grandma. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. hugs to all
Debra (Pfaff) LaPorte
Don & family, my deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mother. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Linda and John Wuerth
Jane Rob Joyce and family
Sorry to hear about your mom. I Remember when she worked at the bake shop was always so friendly to us and had a great smile and laugh. You have our Deepest Sympathy and remember all the good times you had with your mom.
Tammy
So sorry to hear of Gertie’s passing. She was a very nice person. Always enjoyed talking with her at the pet store. Tammy
Mary Ellen Lee
Jane and family,
No pain is far reaching than losing a Mother .Hold on tight
to your Mom’s memories. May her soul rest in peace.
Marilyn Waldeck
Thinking of all of you at this time with the loss of your Mom. She was a fun loving lady and will be missed by all. We hope the good memories you all share will help you through the next few days and for years to come. God Bless, Marilyn Waldeck and families.
Kim McKay
Joyce and Family
I am sorry to read about your Mom, she was a very special lady always smiling. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in such a difficult time. May her love and memories help bring you peace.
Michaela kelland
Jane, Joyce and family,
Very sorry to hear the passing of your mother, she was a beautiful lady inside and out.
It was a great pleasure to have known her.
Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Take care, hugs
Melanie & Lisa & Bacardi
Lisa, myself, and Bacardi are deeply saddened. Gert was the best
neighbour and kindest lady. Not only was she a great lady, she was our dog Bacardi’s pal and cookie lady. We cannot express how much strength is sent to all her children who diligently stayed by her side. Our family will miss her emencely.
Heather Armstrong
Joyce, Emily, Jane, and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom and grandma. Please know that we are thinking of you all, in your time of sorrow. I will miss seeing her come in to the grocery store for your family coffee breaks. Sending strength and prayers,
Heather, Tony and Family
Patti Swartz
Jane & Joyce and Families
Sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Glenda Wuerth (Pfaff)
Dear Jane. Joyce and your families….sooo sorry to hear about your Mother…….it is so hard to lose a loved one…..just remember all the good times and fond memories ….that is what will help yous get through the next few days/weeks…that and knowing that your family and friends are there right beside you……my sincere sympathy….HUGS to yous BOTH…..Glenda
Mary Keenan
Jane,Joyce and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Gertie,s passing. I will always remember working with her at the bakery and how she used to get so mad at me when i took a bite of her toast.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Remember she will always be with you in your heart
Margaret Brintnell
Jane, Joyce and all your family
So sorry to hear about your Mom. She will be missed by all of you in so many different ways. Everyone of you will have your individual memories. I extend my sincere sympathy to all.
Margaret
Sharon Dale
Dear Jane, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Heartfelt sympathies are sent to you and your families.
Sharon.
chuck and phyllis collett and family
Jane, Joyce sorry to hear of the passing of your mother.
she was a great lady and will be missed by many. cherish the memories you have and keep them close to you heart and she will always be with you.
JoAnne Pickering
Jane Joyce and family sorry to hear of your moms passing my thoughts and prayer are with you at this sad time.
Catherine Morley and Family
May each of you and your families remember the love and laughter you shared with your Mom. Your memories of her will live in your heart now and forever. She is at peace .
Mary Ellen Lee (Horrell)
Jane and I have been friends for 50 years. I was a regular vistor
for years she made me feel like a part of the family.
Hold on tight to your Mom’a memories she is there,watching all
of you.
Barb Moore
Jane, Joyce and Don. So sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. I am glad I had the pleasure of knowing Gertie. She was such a sweet lady with a great sense of humor. It is hard to lose someone but be comforted by the thought that she will be watching over you all.
Theresia
Joyce, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Jessie Shanks
Jane, Joyce & Family:
I am so sorry to read of your mom’s passing, She was a great lady and she will be greatly missed….My thoughts and prayers go out to you all during this difficult time….
Jessie
Brenda Morgan
Joyce, and family, I am so sorry to read about your Mother, She was such a sweet and lovable lady. I always enjoyed seeing her when you all used to come into Hansen’s together. Losing a parent is so hard, but it seems to me, it was especially so when it was my mother. You are all in my thoughts,, today and in the very tough days ahead. Hugs…