At Exeter Villa on Sunday, Janaury 27, 2013, in his 79th year. Dear brother of Teo and Sieka Van Steeg of llderton, Gary and Rie Van Steeg of Strathroy, Hans and Ann Kers of Stayner, Martin and Eggelina Kers of Aylmer, Diane and John De Vos of Guelph, Maria and Jim MacKichan of London and Coby and Henry De Vries of Sparta. Remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his father Barend Van Steeg (1991), mother Reintje (De Haas) Van Steeg (1969), step-mother Gerritje (Van Gortel) (Kers) Van Steeg (2000) and step-brother Henry Kers.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, Exeter on Wednesday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The Funeral Service will be held at Bethel Reformed Church, 200 Huron Street E., Exeter on Thursday, January 31st at 11 AM with Pastor Jim Vellenga officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to Compassion Canada or the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
VAN STEEG, Cecil of Exeter
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Cathie Alexander
I was very sad to read of Cecil’s passing. He was a great neighbour and I will remember him as a kind and gentle person. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Brenda Hern
My condolences to Cecil’s family – I always enjoyed chatting with Cecil – crops and weather were often topics that often came up.
He will be sadly missed.
from his “birthday buddy”
Brenda Hern
Billy-Joe & Denise Rowcliffe
Teo, Gary, and families:
I remember when the three of you worked up here with my Dad and I was just a little gaffer and you boys went on to different things. But, Cecil stayed. We worked together for 40 + years picking stones, baling hay, and having all kinds of fun. It truly pains me that I couldn’t be there at this time. But, I’m in the hospital getting my own health checked out. I have not seen Cecil since before Christmas. I will truly miss him.
Take care and remember all of the fond memories of Cecil,
Billy-Joe and Denise Rowcliffe
Ross Alexander
I am deeply saddened by Cecil’s passing. Cecil was a great neighbour and friend for almost 40 years. a gentle and cheerfull man i will miss..
Bruce Shaw
Teo and Family: I am sorry to hear of the loss of Cecil. He was a man of warmth with a good sense of humour. He will be missed. Our best wishes go to all the family. Good luck. Bruce & Darlene
Wayne & Barb O'Rourke
Our deepest sympathy — Teo and Sieka, we will miss his smile and hello’s each time we went to visit Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with all your family to-day
Jerry and Alice MacLean
To the VanSteeg Family,
We extend heartfelt sympathy to the family of Cecil. He was a friendly fellow and always enjoyed a good conversation and always had lots time to visit.He was a good man!
God Bless him,and also his family he leaves behind.
Jerry and Alice MacLean
Michael Craven
God Bless you Cecil — gentle giant with a heart of gold.
Stig, Jeanette & Karina Jeppesen
Teo, Gary and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sincerely,
Stig, Jeanette & Karina Jeppesen
Lub en Dikky van Steeg
Beste Familie
Bijdeze willen wij jullie allen condoleren en heel veel sterkte toewensen met het overlijden van Cil
Groeten
Lub en Dikky van Steeg
Putten Holland.
mary beierling
Gary and Teo My condolences to you and your family in your loss of a brother. Just cherish all the memories you have. He may not be with you in body but he will always be with you in spirit. When i lost my Dad i did not say ‘goodbye’ but instead ‘see you later’ . Just remember God will look after him now.
Sue Sutherland
On behalf of our family, we extend our sympathy on the loss of Cecil. We know he was always an important part of your family.
Sue, Bob, Mac & Joanne
Frank & Frances Kints
Sorry to hear about your brother Cecil. Please accept our condolences. I’ve known Cecil for a long time. Anytime I would meet him he would always say Hey Kintsy, what’s going on! Always eager to start a conversation. I think everybody in town knew him with that red Ford truck. May God bless his soul and your family.
Coby Kers-DeVries
So sorry to hear about Cil’s passing,;our condolences to Gary, Teo and families,. He willl be remembered by me for his upbeat attitude; always happy and positive.
And his gratitude and love for his step-mother ; my mother-in-law will never be forgotten.
He was loved by all who knew him. So glad we were able to see him yet just before Christmas. He was a Special brother for sure.
Our sympathy goes out to all who were near to him.
Henry and Coby (Kers) DeVries
Tim Rowcliffe
I am deeply saddened by Cecil’s passing. Cecil was a fixture in our lives for many years and a trusted and valued friend. I would like to give my deepest condolences to the entire Van Steeg family. God bless.
Joanne Rowcliffe and Bob Simpson
We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Van Steeg Family at this time for the loss of their beloved brother and uncle, Cecil. My Dad, Bill, hired Cecil to work on the farm which he did for many, many years. Cecil was a good and faithful servant. He shall be missed here on earth but welcomed in heaven. Peace to you, one and all.
Hessie Veninga
To the Van Steeg families, My sincere condolences. He was a very good friend when I was growing up in southern Ont. We trimmed many acres of turnips together. Have many happy memories of him. Hessie and John Veninga. Harlingen Texas.
Fam Lubbersen
Lieve Familie heel veel sterkte voor jullie met het verlies van Cil, ook in de volgende dagen met het afscheid.lieven groeten Els&dik&Hans Lubbersen Putten Holland
Kristie (de Vos) Wiedenfeld
Whenever I think of Uncle Cil, I think of the times he would take us in his truck to Tim Horton’s for a donut. He thought it was really special to take us out when we came to visit and his genuine kindness is what I remember most about him. He will be missed.
Sharon(MacDonald) & Jim Allen
My condolences to the family in your loss of a great family member. I have known Cecil for many years and I worked with him at Exeter Motors (Rowcliffes) and will not forget his cheerful smile and his willingness to always lend a hand when needed. Cherish your memories and may God’s blessings be with you.
Lorne & Margaret Hern
Dear Family,
We have known Cecil for many years. He was always interested in what we were doing at the farm, and conversations with him were easy. Sometimes he would remind us that we should chat more often. He loved his truck and took pride in the independance that it allowed him to maintain. It was a sad day when he could no longer drive. He will be missed by your family and those people with whom he has formed friendships over his many years at the Villa. To all of you we extend our sympathy. Cecil was a Special Brother, and a loved Uncle. Blessings
Lorne & Margaret