Passed away peacefully in his 91st year on January 3, 2025, in Puslinch, Ontario. Born in Noordwijk-ZH, Netherlands, Art lived in Puslinch, Ontario, for many years. He loved his home and took great pride in his beautiful gardens. His greatest accomplishment was serving his country as a member of the Royal Dutch Marines. Survived by his wife Marian, son Erik (Monique) daughters, Maria, Diane, Denise (Pat), Darlene, and Karrie (Max). His grandchildren, Natalie, Julianna, Michelle, Danielle, Aaron, Nicolas, and Connor. His great-grandchildren, Blake and Jace. Art was predeceased by his son Tony, daughter, Dawn, and his sons-in-law, Lorne and Gerry. Art had a distinguished career as a Marine and later as an employee of Ford Motor Company. Always upbeat, smiling, and an inspiration to all. We are sad to say goodbye and will cherish many great memories of our time together. Art will truly be missed by all. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society in Art’s memory would be appreciated by the family. A visitation for Art was held Sunday, January 12, 2025 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm at Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Hart Chapel, 1099 Gordon St., Guelph. A funeral service followed the next morning, Monday January 13, at 11am. A livestreaming link was provided on the website. Reception followed the funeral service at the funeral home, then a committal service took place at Belsyde Cemetery, Fergus.
