Passed away peacefully at Seaforth Long Term Care on Monday, January 29, 2024, in his 95th year. Loving husband of Elisabeth (vander Kraats) Van Tol for over 71 years. Cherished dad of Joanne and Paul Green of England, Simon and Helen Van Tol of Petawawa, Elma and Mike Kellough of Seaforth, Marilyn and Harry Den Haan of Seaforth, and Julie and Tom Watts of Beamsville. Proud Opa of 16 grandchildren and 37 great-grandchildren. Dear brother-in-law of Corrie Van Tol. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Nicholaas and Gerritje Van Tol, and his 4 brothers and 6 sisters.
Simon was an avid fisherman and hunter and enjoyed a meal of his daily catch. He loved to spend time tending to his gardens and other gardens around town – no weeds survived!. Simon managed a 145 acre fruit farm and took great pride in the trees, the buildings and the entire property. He was always up for a camping adventure, a canoe trip or could be found playing the mouth organ. For many years, Simon was a hockey coach and took part in the ice time with the team. Above all, he enjoyed time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Visitation will be held at the Clinton Christian Reformed Church, 243 Princess Street East, CLINTON on Saturday, February 3rd from 1 – 3 PM, where Simon’s funeral service will be held at 3 PM. Spring interment Egmondville Cemetery.
Stream the service live by visiting https://vimeo.com/event/856522
Donations to the Clinton Christian Reformed Church, Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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).
Jeremy Vantol
i went to the funeral i admit it was nice seeing every one instead of grieving celebrating the time that you all spent with him i only wish when i’m his age the same would happen with me i love my family
and the Van tols love from Jeremy Vantol age 15
Albert Haak
My condolences to you Marilyn, Harry and family. My prayers are with you.
Albert Haak
Wayne and Fran Kuntz
Marilyn and Harry and family,
Our sympathies in the passing of your Dad and Grandpa. Beautiful
memories to hold on to.
Wayne and Fran Kuntz
Gerie Noordam
My condolences to Marilyn, Harry and the family. May our Lord give you strength in this difficult time.
Corrie van Tol
Beste familie, ons medeleven met overlijden van Siem en Ome Siem.
Heel veel sterkte voor nu en de komende tijd.
Corrie, Brenda, Astrid en
Sandra van Tol
Linda Hoogerdijk- van Tol
Gecondoleerd. Heel veel sterkte in deze moeilijke tijd.
Jeannette Myderwyk
My condolences to the family with your loss. I remember Simon and family when attending Fruitland CRC, many years ago.
Sincerely,
Jeannette Myderwyk (Wamsteeker)
Kees en Karina
Our condolences on the loss of your beloved husband, father and opa. We share wonderful memories of him during our 2 visits to Canada and the times they visited Holland. Sweet hug for Tante Bep.
Sibyl Henderson
So sorry to hear about your dad Marilyn, he lived a long beautiful life. Our sympathies to your mom and your whole family. Bill and Sibyl Henderson ❤️❤️
Paul Kort
Dear Van Tol Family,
We would like to extend our condolences on the passing of your husband, father, and opa.
Although we have lost touch over the years, I have very fond memories of him and your family during Eric and my growing up years. My memories include him taking Eric and I, fishing and camping and including us as part of the family. For this I am very thankful.
Wishing you all strength in the days to come.
Paul and Mary Kort
Ellie en Peter van Tol
Lieve tante Bep en familie,
Gecondoleerd met het overlijden van oom Siem. Heel veel sterkte bij alles en moge de Here u helpen bij dit grote verlies. Liefs en hartelijke groeten van Peter en Ellie van Tol
Susan Dykxhoorn (Windhorst)
Such fond memories of spending time fishing, camping and skating on the ponds on the fruit farm. Oom Siem and Tante Bep and their kids (along with the Deans) became our chosen family, as none of our relatives remained in Canada. My siblings all have fond memories of spending time playing and doing chores (picking berries, weeding the vegetable garden etc.) with the Van Tols.
Marlene & Dave de Vries
Our Condolences to you all. May loving Memories bring you peace.
Sincere Sympathy for your Loss.
Caroline werkhoven
I have many fond memories of spending time with the Vantol family. Your Dad introduced me to camping and fishing. I am sure you will all miss this wonderful man. My condolences to the family
Pete & Tammy Martene
Elisabeth and family
Our heartfelt condolences to you. Simon was a kind friendly neighbour with the biggest rhubarb patch! Cherish your memories .
Your Front St neighbours
Pete and Tammy Martene
Jane Oosterhoff
Dear VanTol family – although our lives intertwined so long ago – I remember him well.
Condolences to all of you – may God bless you with good memories.
Jane Oosterhoff (Heemskerk)
Dirk Windhorst
I have many good memories of “Om Sim” growing up on the fruit farm–such as playing pond hockey with him or working beside him pruning trees or picking fruit. Always appreciated the warm hospitality that he and “Tante Bep” provided for the neighbourhood kids such as me.
With condolences to all,
Dirk Windhorst
Margie Ridder
My condolences to Bep, Marilyn, Harry and family. Sincerely, Margie Ridder
Alida Van Walderveen
Our condolences to Marilyn, Harry and all of the family. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Gerrit and Alida
Ann & Ralph Deweerd
Our sincere condolences to all of you. He will be missed. May the Lord comfort and strengthen you during this time of grief.
Ralph and Ann DeWeerd
Gerald & Mary Ellen Zielman
Our condolences to Marilyn, Harry and Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sending hugs!
Nellie Jansen, Mary-Lou Murray & family
Elisabeth & family, Our sincere condolences to your family. Simon was a friendly, kind and gentle man who will be missed. I enjoyed having conversations with him, especially last summer as he diligently worked on pulling weeds at the “Home”. Rest in peace Simon.
Bruce Austin
I’m so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you at this difficult time
Pat, Cindy & Victoria Nigh
My condolences to Elisabeth and the entire Family. May the many fond memories you hold provide you comfort now and in days ahead. You will be missed Simon. Sending love and prayers. ❤️🙏🏻
Pat, Cindy & Victoria Nigh
Ann Oskam
Sincere condolences to Elisabeth and the Van Tol fam, may God give you and fam in His care for the coming days and in the future to come. Ann Oskam.
Ann Preszcator
Dear Elisabeth and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Carol Johnston
Our prayers 🙏 are with you and Harry
Gord Phillips
My condolences to Marilyn Harry and family. Cherish all the fond memories of this fine man.
Marion Bergshoeff
My condolences with your loss. I have fond memories of your family on the fruit farm. I really appreciate the times I was invited to join your family on camping trips. How was it possible to squeeze in another person in a car with your entire family. I can still picture the canoe on the roof of the car when being picked up. Good times!
John Dean
I am sooo sorry for your loss. Simon was a very good man and friend to my family. I have so many fond memories of him on the farm. Please extend my deepest condolences to your whole family
Helen Southgate, Brian Oldfield and Fred Tilley
Dear Elisabeth and family sending our sincere sympathy at this sad and difficult time.
Janet Stryker
My condolences to Marilyn, Harry and all the Family. A life well lived.
Sincerely,
Janet Stryker