JOHANNES (JOHN) TIMMERMAN

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JOHANNES (JOHN) TIMMERMAN September 21, 1921 - August 6, 2004 Papa John, Pappie, Johannes, Dad, grandpa, great-grandpa... no matter how you knew him, you knew he was a good man. As a dad, he cared and provided for his family. His efforts helped build a good home whose doors were always open to family and friends alike. Dad was born in Holland in 1921, the ninth of eleven children. During the War years, John was deported to a labour camp where he met his beloved wife with whom he would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary next year. In 1955 he and his family immigrated to Canada where he would eventually work with Metropolitan Construction and then Qualico where he served as superintendent of plumbing and heating. John was a hard worker and a valued employee until his retirement. Much of his retirement allowed him the time to read, follow sports, relax and he loved the opportunity to spend time with his family. John was also a man who contributed to his community in a number of ways. He was a church council member at St. Casimirs Catholic Church, he volunteered many hours to the Lithuanian community and he was a gold drop recipient as a blood donor. Most importantly, John was a person who was honest and honourable, loving and caring. His support as a father, his joy of life, and his trusting good nature made him an unforgettable and special man. John is survived by his wife Tekle; his daughter Imeke (Jeff Kerr) and children John (Christine), David and Charlene; his son Algirdas and children Stephanie (Stewart Brick) and great-grandchild Zoe, Algirdas Jr. and Daniel, special friend Kendra; his son Marijus, wife Jennifer Moroz and child Lukas; as well as a large extended family in Holland. John was predeceased by son Roland. You will always be in our hearts, your voice will ring in our ears and your love will always shine in our lives. May God keep you until we meet again. The family would like to thank Johns son Algis for his loving care of Dad and the staff at St. Boniface Hospital for their support and care. Prayers will be held 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 11 at Korban Funeral Chapel, 907 Main St. Funeral service will be held 12:15 p.m. Thursday, August 12 at St. Ignatius Church, 255 Stafford St. In lieu of flowers, donations in Johns memory may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 956-2193

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 11, 2004