Vervoort, Geertruda (Gertie) (nee: Royackers) Peacefully with her family at her side on May 11, 2013 at the Wellington Terrace, in her 90th year. Predeceased by her husband, Anthony (Tony) in 1999 and now reunited with him on what would have been their 63rd Wedding Anniversary. Dear Mother of Gilbert and Mary of Arthur, Henry and Margaret of Elora, Mary and Paul Clark of Elora, Joanne and Wayne Gregson of Mansfield, Arnold and Debbie of Fergus, Joe and Donna of Elmira. Fondly remembered by daughter-in-law Linda. Beloved Grandmother of 21 grandchildren and 29 Great Grandchildren. Pre-deceased by her son Albert (1994) and Great Grand Daughter Sarah (2009). Dear sister of John and Gene Royackers of New Zealand. Pre-deceased by sisters Mary and Hendrika, brothers John, Albert, Anthony and Martin. Gertie will be missed by many other relatives and friends in Canada and Holland. Rested at Graham A. Giddy Funeral Home and Chapel, 37 Church Street, Elora, Sunday, May 12th, 2013 from 7-9 p.m. and Monday, May 13th from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 pm. Mass of Christian burial was celebrated at St. Mary Immaculate Roman Catholic Church, Elora on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 11 a.m. with Father Robert Walz officiating at the service. Followed by interment at St. Mary – St. Joseph Roman Catholic Cemetery. Prayers were said at the funeral home at 6:45 p.m. on Sunday, May 12th, 2013. Donations made to Groves Memorial Hospital, St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Wellington Terrace or a charity of one’s choice would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home 519-846-5352). www.grahamgiddyfh.com
