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DORSSERS: Hank of Clinton and formerly of Tuckersmith Township

November 16, 2020 By Haskett Funeral Homes 53 Condolences

DORSSERS: Hank of Clinton and formerly of Tuckersmith Township

Peacefully at Huronview Home for the Aged, Clinton on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at the age of 85.  Dear husband of the late Joanne (Versteegden) Dorssers (2000).  Loving father of Wendy Dorssers and Sheldon Duff of Oakville, Lee and Shelley Dorssers of RR 2 Staffa, Sandra and Rob Taylor of Tavistock, and Terry and Meghan Dorssers of RR 4 Seaforth.  Dear grandfather of James, Daniel, and Nicole Duff; Cole Dorssers and his fiancé Amy Eveland, Caitlin and Nick Schultz, Ethan and Larissa Dorssers; Sarah Taylor and her fiancé Derek Dekroon, Alex Taylor; Adriana Dorssers.  Dear great-grandfather of Kyla and Ayten Schultz.  Survived by brother Bill (Mary), and sisters Mien (Gerry), Jet, and Dora.  Predeceased by his parents Leo and Wilhelmina Dorssers, 3 brothers, and 7 sisters.  Dad was a loving and supportive husband, father and grandfather and great grandfather. He was a very hard working farmer who took pride in everything he did.

A public visitation will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, 87 Goderich Street, SEAFORTH on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Due to Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, each person must RSVP for the visitation. Please click “Register Now” below to register.

A graveside service will be held at the St. James Roman Catholic Cemetery, 43048 Huron Rd, Seaforth on Thursday, November 19th at 2 PM. To attend the graveside service, please click “Register Now” below to register.  If you are unable to attend the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your own home. Stream the service live by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh.

Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or Huronview home for the aged would be appreciated by the family.  

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  1. Sue weston

    November 25, 2020 at 6:34 PM

    My thought and prayers are with all the family, Hank was a special person I had the pleasure of knowing. He will always live in your hearts. So many wonderful memories

  2. Th e Van Miltenburgs

    November 22, 2020 at 5:54 PM

    our thoughts go to Dorssors family on the loss of a father and grandfather, 50 years as neighbours bring up many memories

  3. Dianne Thuss

    November 21, 2020 at 10:43 PM

    So very sorry to hear of your dads passing.
    Had many many great times together.
    May all your memories be a blessing 🙏🏻♥️ Love to all from Dianne Thuss and the VanderVelden family

  4. Ann Preszcator

    November 20, 2020 at 11:55 AM

    Dear Sandra, Rob and Family:
    My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

  5. Jet Haenen - Dorssers and family

    November 20, 2020 at 4:06 AM

    Almost 70 years far, far away (from Holland), but also close and in our hearts. Deepest sympathies to the family with the loss of “ozzen Hein”….

  6. John & Arlene Berendsen

    November 19, 2020 at 7:13 PM

    Sorry to hear of your loss…Thinking of you all…John & Arlene

  7. Liz (Blom)Moir

    November 19, 2020 at 6:27 AM

    My sympathy goes out to all of you in the loss of your Dad, grandfather and great grandfather. Hank was such a fun loving and caring person.
    Sincerely, Liz Moir (Blom)

  8. Tom and Joyce Workman

    November 18, 2020 at 7:56 PM

    Lee and Shelly I was sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. He was such a gentleman, I always enjoyed our little chats at the bank…usually farm related.Sending our condolences at this sad time.

  9. John , Karen, Menheere, & Family

    November 18, 2020 at 2:22 PM

    No matter how old we are, it’s never easy to lose a parent. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  10. Beth and Harold Van Doornik

    November 18, 2020 at 1:11 PM

    To the Dorrsers Family
    Our sincere sympathy goes out to you in the loss of your Dad and Grandfather.
    Condolences to all.
    Beth and Harold Van Doornik

  11. Jeremy Becker

    November 18, 2020 at 11:22 AM

    Lee, Shelley, Cole, Caitlin, Ethan and Family
    Sincere condolences on the loss of your Father & Grandfather

  12. Jim & Marg Van Bakel

    November 18, 2020 at 10:57 AM

    So sorry to hear about Hank’s passing. Our condolences to the entire Dorsser family.
    Jim & Marg Van Bakel

  13. peter and seline visser

    November 18, 2020 at 9:26 AM

    Our condolence to the Dorssers family our thoughts and prayers are with you at this
    difficult time

  14. Gilbert & Ricki Vansteelandt

    November 18, 2020 at 9:19 AM

    Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Dad & Grandpa. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
    Gilbert & Ricki Vansteelandt

  15. Frank & Grace Dolmage

    November 18, 2020 at 8:11 AM

    Lee & Shelley & Family – sending our sincere condolences in the loss of your Dad/Grandpa. I well remember his pleasant personality. You are fortunate to have had such a loving gentleman to shape your lives through the years.
    I know you will miss him greatly. Love and prayers, Sincerely ~ Frank & Grace Dolmage

  16. Tony Van Miltenburg

    November 18, 2020 at 6:56 AM

    My deepest sympathy to the Dorssers family

    Tony Van Miltenburg

  17. Carol Dorssers

    November 18, 2020 at 6:23 AM

    Hugs to you and your families. Great memories can be seen in the pictures you’ve shared. I hope holding on to those special memories will help ease the sadness at this difficult time. Sincere condolences.

  18. Peter Dorssers

    November 17, 2020 at 10:15 PM

    My condolences to you Wendy, Lee, Terry and Sandra and to your families for your loss.

  19. Darren Faber

    November 17, 2020 at 9:19 PM

    Terry, Meghan , Adriana and families…

    Peace be with you at this time of loss. Cherish the wonderful memories of your dad. Thinking of you,

    Cheryl and Darren Faber

  20. Ethan and Joanna Wallace

    November 17, 2020 at 9:08 PM

    Thinking of all or you. Sorry for your loss.

  21. John-Peter Dorssers

    November 17, 2020 at 8:18 PM

    Wendy Lee Sandra Terry and families.
    So sorry to hear about Ome Hank. We always looked forward to the family gatherings at Ome Bills farm. The brothers and sisters getting together singing and dancing the old Dutch songs were always great to see. He will be sadly missed. Sorry we can’t be there for you guys but will be thinking of all of you. Lori andJohn-Perter

  22. Leon and Pam Dorssers and

    November 17, 2020 at 8:11 PM

    Our sincere condolences Wendy, Lee, Sandra and Terry and families . Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your father was a very kind man. May he Rest In Peace.

    Leon and Pam Dorssers and family

  23. John & Marg Van Bakel

    November 17, 2020 at 6:25 PM

    To the Dorssers Family
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. May it comfort you all knowing that your father is now gone home to meet his wife and your mother – heaven has gained another angel!

  24. Brian Guichelaar

    November 17, 2020 at 11:48 AM

    Dear family,

    Our condolences to the entire family, a wonderful neighbour to our family for many years.

    Brian and Laurie Guichelaar

  25. Connie Marion

    November 17, 2020 at 11:06 AM

    So sorry to hear about dad’s passing. Keeping the Dorssers family in our prayers. Hugs for Hank and his family!

  26. Joan Bettles

    November 17, 2020 at 10:58 AM

    So sorry to hear of Hank,s passing . Deepest condolences to Dorrsers family . Rest In Peace Hank. Joan Bettles

  27. Sandra Hoggart

    November 17, 2020 at 10:13 AM

    Terry and Meghan so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. He was a joy to get to know here at Huronview. Thinking of you and your family during this time. Not nice for any of you with all the restrictions this year. Sending hugs .

  28. Tony and Frances Relouw

    November 17, 2020 at 9:24 AM

    We are sorry to hear that Hank has passed away and we send our sincere condolences to his family. May your memories console you during this sad time. We remember many get-togethers in years gone by-Hank had the nicest smile.
    Tony and Frances Relouw

  29. Wendy & George McLean

    November 17, 2020 at 8:40 AM

    Wendy, Lee, Sandy, Terry and all your family, So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. I have such great memories of our Sunday visits to Seaforth. He was so proud of his family. Deepest sympathies to you and all the grandkids.

  30. Andy and Janet Brown

    November 17, 2020 at 8:37 AM

    Lee, Shelley and the Dorssers family,
    Our sincere condolences at the passing of your Dad, I did not know Hank very long but we had a few good chats out at his farm, he was a nice man. Take care.

  31. Mike DeCorte

    November 17, 2020 at 8:19 AM

    I am sorry to hear of your loss. Sympathies from the DeCorte family to yours.

  32. Wiel Verdellen

    November 17, 2020 at 5:53 AM

    Gecondoleerd, beste familie namens Jeanne en Wiel Verdellen from the Netherlands

  33. MaryAnn May

    November 17, 2020 at 12:58 AM

    So sorry for your loss Wendy, Lee, Sandra and Terry and families. Your dad was the nicest man, always had a smile for everyone. He will be missed! Phil and MaryAnn May (Luiking) and family

  34. Joan Cleave

    November 16, 2020 at 11:15 PM

    Cole , Amy, and All the Dorrsers Family…..I am saddened to hear that Hank has left us….not too long ago, I had many dances with him as we both passed time attending dances in the area…..Did not know the connection until now….my condolences to All the Family….Hugs, and thinking of you at this sad time in your lives…

  35. Helma & Rachel Sterling

    November 16, 2020 at 11:00 PM

    Wendy Lee Sandra & Terry, we are so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

  36. Leo and Sandra Van Vugt

    November 16, 2020 at 10:58 PM

    We are very sorry to hear of Ome Hein’s passing .He was a very special man and he will be missed.

  37. Cindy Dorssers

    November 16, 2020 at 10:28 PM

    Dear Wendy, Lee, Sandy, Terry and families…..I’m so sorry to hear about your dad. It has been 10 years to the same day that my dad passed so Uncle Hank will be in good hands. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. xo

  38. John Vandenberg

    November 16, 2020 at 10:15 PM

    Wendy, Lee, Sandra, Terry and your families,
    My deepest condolences on the passing of your Dad. I will always cherish the summers I spent at the Dorssers Farm when I was young. They were great times. John and Laura Vandenberg

  39. Pete, Michelle and Matthew Menheere

    November 16, 2020 at 9:43 PM

    Our condolences to the Dorssers family. May the peace which comes from memories of love shared, comfort all of you now and the days ahead.

  40. Dave and Willy Ann Kennes

    November 16, 2020 at 9:26 PM

    Our condolences to your family on the loss of your dad. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

  41. Faye

    November 16, 2020 at 9:10 PM

    Lee, Shelley, Cole ,Ethan and our sweet Caitlin.

    Our sincere condolences.

    Keith & Faye.

  42. Kevin & Bev Shea

    November 16, 2020 at 9:06 PM

    Lee & Shelley sending our deepest condolences our thoughts & prayers to you & your family on loss of your dad, father in law and grandfather.

  43. Joyce Morrison

    November 16, 2020 at 8:39 PM

    I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your Dad loved his family! My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

  44. Hay Verdellen

    November 16, 2020 at 8:30 PM

    Condulances from Hay and Gerdi Verdellen from Holland to the family Off Ome Hein.

  45. william Dorssers

    November 16, 2020 at 7:30 PM

    Our most sincere condolences to you Wendy-Lee-Sandra-Terry and your families.
    You must to be very proud to have had such a loving dad. He loved farming very much
    with Lee and Terry.He liked his music and dancing and would drive long distances with your mom
    if it was his favourite band! your uncle Bill and aunt Mary.

  46. Scott & Helen Williston

    November 16, 2020 at 7:29 PM

    Sending our heartfelt condolensces …..

  47. Larry Willemsen

    November 16, 2020 at 7:13 PM

    Wendy, Lee, Sandra and Terry and family, please accept my condolences for the passing of your father. Your dad was always delightful. I always enjoyed talking to him at family functions and when I was at mom and dad’s place and he was visiting. He was always proud of his family and would speak of you often. I recall he really enjoyed making breakfast for his kids.

    Sincerely,
    Larry Willemsen and Family

  48. Steen family.

    November 16, 2020 at 7:10 PM

    Dear Lee, Shelley, Cole, Caitlin, Ethan(and family).
    Our condolences with the passing of your father, father in law and grandpa Hank. Saying a final goodbye to a loved one is very hard, in our thoughts and prayers.
    Hans, Erna Steen and family.

  49. Ken and Anne Murray

    November 16, 2020 at 7:04 PM

    You have our deepest sympathy. Hank was a man to be admired for his love of faith, family and friends.

  50. Adrian and Kathy Versteegden

    November 16, 2020 at 6:44 PM

    We are sending our most sincere condolences to the Dorssers family with the loss of our brother in law Hank Dorssers,with our sympathy From Adrian & Kathy Versteegden.

  51. Ken and Elaine DeCorte

    November 16, 2020 at 5:59 PM

    Lee and Shelley – Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your father.
    Ken and Elaine DeCorte

  52. Krista Price

    November 16, 2020 at 5:34 PM

    I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Hank. I enjoyed visiting with him while working at Maplewood. I always made sure he was happy with his meal.

  53. Tony and Sandra DeCorte

    November 16, 2020 at 5:04 PM

    Our deepest sympathies to the Dorrsers family. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

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