Derk Jan “John” Radstake, of Mount Forest, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019 at the age of 91. Remembered by his loving wife of 21 years Sandy Radstake (Martin) and by his children: Nancy Anderson (Gary), Cheryl Polonenko (John), Tim Radstake (Kate), Laurie Radstake (Carl Moyer), Thomas Radstake (Sara), Sue Morell (Paul), Paul Radstake (Tanya), Barry Martin (Melissa), Dale Martin (Cathy) and Michael Martin (Carolyn). Fondly remembered by his grandchildren: Cathy, Jim, Matt, Caroline, Tanya, Melissa, Ken, Jason, Justin, Shane, Marissa, Christina, Nicholas, Eric, Mark, Kristen, Aaron, Caiman, Jackson, Hannah, Christopher, Isaac, Raine, Logan and by his many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Dear brother of Willemina Zantinge, Drika Foster, Hank Radstake (Joanne), Eileen Woodyard (Monty). Predeceased by his first wife Christy Ann Radstake (Simons) and by his siblings Willem Radstake (the late Reik), Gerrit Radstake (the late Lorraine) and Richard Radstake. Friends called at First Baptist Church, 116 Fergus Street North, Mount Forest on Friday, October 25th from 2:00 – 4:00pm and 7:00 – 9:00pm. A funeral service celebrating John’s life was held at First Baptist Church on Saturday, October 26th at 11:00am, with visitation being held prior to the service from 10:00 – 10:45am. Interment at Greenfield Cemetery, Arthur. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to First Baptist Church or Doctors Without Borders would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to the England Funeral Home, Mount Forest.
