The Lord took to Himself, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Monday, December 5, 2016 of Hensall in his 83rd year. Beloved husband of Peta (Verburg) Branderhorst. Dear father of Annette and Derick Vander Klippe of Cambridge, and John and Brenda Branderhorst, and Joanne and Derek Robinson all of Hensall, Dear grandfather of Peter and Candice, Tamara and Josh, Caleb, Katie, Zach and Heidi, Laura, Benj; Bryan, Josh and Sam, Thomas, Joel, Isaac; Scott and Ariel, Rebecca, Maria; and great-grandfather of Ivy, James, Levi, Zeke, Logan. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Dorothy DeVries of Charlottetown, P.E.I., Bert Branderhorst of Exeter, Wilma and Lourens Kodde of Granton, and Annie and Dave Koning of Hamilton, Henk Van Giessen of Chatham, Ria Branderhorst of Iowa, and Corri Branderhorst of Simcoe. Predeceased by sisters Marie, Jane, and Reda, brothers Gerrit, Nick, Pieter, and Cornie, sisters-in-law Shirley, Margaret and Nel, and brothers-in-law Ed, Ekke and Lambert.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter, (1 street west of Main) on Friday evening from 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held at the Exeter Christian Reformed Church, 330 Huron Street West, Exeter on Saturday, December 10th at 11 AM with Pastor Kevin teBrake officiating. Interment Hensall Union Cemetery.
Donations to World Renew, or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Sandra Newton
Dear PETA and family members. My sympathy extends to all of you as you grieve for John. It is difficult to say farewell to one you love and your loss seems overwhelming. While you are mourning however; others are rejoicing to meet him behind the veil. Isn’t it wonderful to know that he is with the Lord.
Mike and JoAnne Pickering
Just read of Johns passing and wanted to send our deepest condolences. Remembering the years past when had the Dairy Equipment business when I would drop in monthly and John always had a story and a smile. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time!!! Mike Pickering
Frieda Zandbergen
Peta and family, my deepest condolences. May the Lord comfort you in this time! John was a good man and he will be missed!
Linda Boven
Dear Annette, Derrick and family. Our deep condolences in your loss. May our Lord strengthen, sustain and comfort you as you mourn the loss of your father, grand father, husband.
Marvin and Linda Boven
Glenn, Missy & Rebekah Pfaff
Our deepest condolences to John’s family.
Marique Crossen
We are shocked and saddened to hear of Uncle John’s passing. He will be fondly remembered as a good man full of integrity and deeply rooted faith. We pray for comfort for you during this time as you grieve.
-Jay & Marique Crossen
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Tante Petaand family
So sorry to hear about Uncle Johnny. He will be greatly missed by my family as well as be all you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. From Tante Ria’s familt
Peter and Cindy Tuininga
John, Brenda and family, so sad to read about your dad’s death. We pray that you will receive God’s Holy Comfort during this time of grieving.
Jane Uyl Harris
Dear Peta,Thinking of you,my condolences to you and your family.
Bertha J Van Soest ( Poortinga )
Dear Branderhorst Family, when I heard the sad news, the memories of Johnny hit me, He was always so kind and friendly when we met( I’ve known him since I was a teenager) . May the Lord keep you in His care,especially you PETA , you are all in my thoughts and prayers Keep your memories close!
Gladys McGregor
My deepest condolence to The Branderhorst family. Keeping you in my Thoughts and Prayers God Bless. Gladys McGregor
Stephanie Hovius
Thinking of all of you during this difficult time. It was great to always see Uncle John and Tante Peta at the villa when visiting Grandpa. I will always remember the visit last winter when Jaden brought a homework assignment and Uncle John and Grandpa were both able to help her with this, she thought it was pretty cool that they knew so much about Holland.
Evelyn Steckle Vincent
To Peta and John’s family,
So sorry to read of your great loss. Praying for each of you that you may experience God’s peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Ina Oortwijn
Gecondoleerd en heel veel sterkte toegewenst.
Reese VanderVeen
My deepest condolences on the loss of your dad and grandpa. Although he was a quiet and gentle man who lived a simple life, he sure left a strong legacy and profound testimony to the power of integrity, faith, and humble work. Ora et Labora, pray and work, in that order while keeping a good sense of humor was clearly his motto. I’m sure he will be missed by you all but there is not a shred of doubt that he is now singing with that great voice in the choirs around God’s throne. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you say goodbye for now.
Rose and Dale Erb
Condolences to the entire Branderhorst family.
Yvonne VanderVeen
Dear Branderhorst family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We pray you celebrate the memories & find comfort in God’s love and peace.
The VanderVeens, California
Anita MacQuarrie
We are so saddened to hear of Oom Johnny passing! Remembering all the childhood memories of a beloved uncle! Always remember how welcoming he was to us as children and how safe we felt in his care! Over the years he and Tante PETA would make many trips to the east coast to visit and we always felt such love from them both. Thinking of Tante PETA, Annette, John, and Joanne and their families. Praying for comfort for each one and much love to you all! Anita for the MacQuarries
Ena de Haan
Dear Peta and family,
Such a shock to read the news, not knowing John may have been ill. My sincere condolences and all the best in the next days and weeks . May you find peace and some comfort , the support & love of family is so important Peta!
Ann Van Den Heuvel
Aunt Peta, so sorry to hear of Uncle Johnny passing. Please know you and all the family are in our prayers. To those who don’t recognize the name, I am Marie and Lambert ‘ s youngest daughter.
Cathy Vanneste
Peta, Annette, John and Joanne and families, sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Melinda
I’m so sorry to hear of a uncle John’s passing. Please know that you are all in our prayers right now. It was lovely to get to spend some time this winter visiting with him and Tante Peta while visiting my grandpa at the Villa. He will be missed my many.
Bev Hovius
Dear Tante PETA , Annette,John,Joanne and your family’s. I’m shocked and saddened by your loss. He was a very special husband, father, father in law and opa and uncle. May you find the strength you need to grieve.