Obituary

After a brief illness, peacefully at home on Monday, March 15, 2021 with his family at his side, the Lord in His infinite wisdom took to Himself John Kottelenberg in his 81st year. Beloved husband of Wilhelmina (Doekes), Loving father of Gary (Lori), Carl (Wendy), Anne (Rob) Bouwers, Mary-Lynne (Henk) VanderWind, Brian (Melissa), Leo (Joni) and Robert (Francine). Cherished by 25 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Dear Brother of Henrietta (George) Jonker, Harris (Johanna – predeceased) and Ben (Joan) and brother-in-law of the Doekes family. Fondly remembered by many cousins and nieces and nephews. There was a Private Funeral at the Canadian Reformed Church of Orangeville on Saturday, March 20, 2021 at 11am. Due to covid restrictions the service was livestreamed. In lieu of flowers, if so desired, donations in John’s memory may be sent to Dufferin Area Christian School by E-transfer to dacsfinance@gmail.com or to the Canadian Cancer Society – link provided with the online obituary at www.imfunerals.com. In lieu of a Guest Registry Book, family and friends are being asked to write a condolence on the Tribute Wall for John and his family at In Memoriam Funeral Services Inc. website at www.imfunerals.com and enter the Online Obituary already set up for John. In Memoriam Funeral Services Inc. has been given the honour to serve the Kottelenberg Family.