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MARY HAK
Born: Apr 26, 1926
Date of Passing: Apr 12, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMARY (MIES) HAK Mary (Mies) Hak was born on April 26, 1926 in Soest, Netherlands (Holland) and passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at the Victoria Hospital in Winnipeg, at the age of 89. Mary is survived by her children John (Frances), Peter (Dixie), Lidia, Martin (Gail), Albert, and Andrew (Lisa); grandchildren Nicholas (Kristie), Jessica, Brendon (Kira), Michelle (Dilver), Amanda, Benjamin, David, Christopher, Stephen, Jeffrey, Kelsey, Nathaniel and Meagen; brothers-in-laws Joop Vermoolen and Piet Van't Klooster; sister-in-law Greet Bokkers and Marie Hak and Reik Van Hofslot; plus numerous nieces, nephews, and relatives in the Netherlands. Mary was predeceased by her husband of 62 years Bart; her son William; grandsons Aaron and Matthew; parents Petrus and Martha; her brothers Wim, Jaap, and Arie; and her sisters Mien, Nel, Marie, Leny, and Coby. Mary was born into a family of nine on the family farm in Holland. At 27 years of age, she married her husband Bart, also from Holland, on February 24, 1954. Three weeks later, the newlyweds boarded a ship and immigrated to Canada to start their new life together. Leaving Holland was a very tough decision as they did not know if they would ever see their families again. Together they worked at a farm near Dauphin and for a market gardener in St. Germain and saved money towards the purchase of the family farm in 1964, just outside of St. Pierre, Manitoba. While Bart worked from sunrise to sunset, Mary did the same managing the household and looking after their seven children. Days were spent baking, cooking, house cleaning, sewing, and canning. Sundays were a day of rest for Mary and the family. She also loved having company over for coffee. Once they retired to St. Vital, Mary enjoyed her free time playing cards with Bart and friends, knitting, crochet, bowling, curling, reading, and going for walks or bike rides. She also loved flowers, and could often be found reading in her plant' room. Mary's life focus was family, be it her own children, or later in life, her 15 grandchildren whom she loved dearly. She was a very positive person who had a zest for life, along with a contagious laugh. Mary was the sweetest person you could ever come across. A celebration of Mary's life will be held at Mary Mother of the Church on 85 Kirkbridge Drive in Fort Richmond, Winnipeg on April 21, at 11:00 a.m. Bart and Mary supported numerous charities. In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice. The family sincerely thanks the wonderful staff at the Victoria General Hospital for the care given to our Mom (Oma) and Dad (Opa). Desjardins 233-4949 1-888-233-4949 www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 16, 2016
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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So sorry to hear of you loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Tony, Kathy, Verna and Bryce Bastiaanssen () on: Apr 23, 2016
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Mr. and Mrs. Hak (and the entire Hak family) always held a very special place in my heart and I am very sorry to hear of their passing. They were a remarkable, hard-working and determined couple, yet always ready with a joke and a smile. I fondly remember those fun days and sleep-overs spent with Lidia at the farm, your mom never seemed to mind having yet another kid to feed and your dad would usually find some chores I could (badly) help with. My Mom and Dad, Philippe and Alice Roy greatly appreciated their friendship, always enjoyed their visits, sharing coffee and stories. I remember randomly running into them on their bikes at St. Vital Park or at the shopping center, they were such a cute pair in their retirement years. My condolences to all of the family. Their loss will leave a big gap in your hearts, but may their bright smiles continue to shine on you. Sending you all hugs and warm regards, Suzanne Roy - Posted by: Suzanne Roy (Friend) on: Apr 21, 2016
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My condolences to the family at this time of great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. They lived, loved and went together on their final journey. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories. - Posted by: Lise (Cure) Schwark (friend) on: Apr 21, 2016
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So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom and dad. May memorable family moments help you through this trying time. Our sincere condolences. - Posted by: Rosemarie Péloquin et Glenn Hopfner () on: Apr 21, 2016
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Our sincere condolences to you, you have been in our thoughts. - Posted by: Sharon and Laird Hickaway (Friends) on: Apr 21, 2016
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Our deepest condolences to the entire Hak family. We will always remember your mom and dad as avid hockey fans. - Posted by: Craig & Ann Griffin (Friends) on: Apr 19, 2016
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So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom and Dad. I guess some couples are meant to always be together. May your happy memories be of comfort during this time. Thinking of you and your family. - Posted by: Lynn Woodruff (Rochon) () on: Apr 18, 2016
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John ,Frances, and Nic Again thoughts and prayers are with you. Mike Silman - Posted by: mike Silman (frend) on: Apr 17, 2016
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Mrs. Hak was a very friendly, special and quiet person. She was very hard working lady , she will be missed. My sincere condolences to the Hak Family. - Posted by: Brian Roy (Went to school with Martin Hak and friends with the family. ) on: Apr 16, 2016
