Gerdie Tol

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A photo of Gerdie Tol

Service:

Private Graveside Service

Gerdie (Tuyp) Tol of Blenheim passed away suddenly at the age of 84 at her home.

Born in Holland September 26, 1933 she emigrated to Canada in 1956. Gerdie worked at Southwestern Regional Centre in Dietary for 32 years and retired from there. She was predeceased by her loving husband and best friend Hank Tol on March 3, 2016.

She will be sadly missed by her lovely daughter Fran Tol of Charing Cross and Roger McClatchey of Chatham, her lovely granddaughter Alicia Chartier (Tol) and her husband Jordan of Chatham and her great grand children Richard and Abigail Chartier.

Gerdie enjoyed weekly, visiting her favourite stores in Blenheim.  For years she made slippers, hats and mitten sand donated them to organizations in Chatham Kent.  She enjoyed Bowling on Thursdays and spending time with her family.

We would like to thank Dr. Tom Perkins and staff and the VON as they went above and beyond their duties.

Gerdie was predeceased by her son Richard Tol in 1989 and her daughter Deborah (Creamer) Tol in 2007. She was also predeceased by her Mom and Dad in Holland and by 9 brothers and 3 sisters also of Holland.

In keeping with Gerdies wishes cremation has taken place. There will be no Funeral Home visitations or services. A private family interment will take place at a later date.

Friends wishing to remember Gerdie with a memorial donation are asked to consider the World of Life Church Food Bank in Blenheim.

 

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I am so sorry to hear of Gertie's loss., and your loss of a beautiful, and strong lady. Did I not just see her in the emergency room at the Chatham Hospital? We had a talk, and she expressed her views, which I sweetly appreciated. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Gertie is a very passionate lady, and I am so sad to hear of your loss. Brenda Tomen-Myers

Brenda Tomen-Myers // October 20, 2017

And special condolences to Auntie's daughter Connie (Tol) & husband David McTavish as well as their children Stephanie & Dave now that you have suffered this final loss. So sad.

Evert Tuyp // October 13, 2017

My heartfelt condolences go out to all of the family. Auntie suffered the greatest heartbreak a mother can go through not once but twice when Dickie and Debbie passed away. She was the last survivour of thirteen siblings. Always full of life. Rest in peace.

Evert Tuyp // October 13, 2017

Rest in peace, Aunty....

Joyce Tuyp // October 13, 2017

What a pleasure it always was to have a chat with her when we met her at Shoppers or elsewhere. Always displayed a cheery smile and always looked at life in a positive way despite the hardships she had to endure. Rest in peace!

Madeline & Bill Vandeweghe // October 13, 2017

She was a beautiful sweet lady And a sweet aunt Klaas en Nel Kes Enkhuizerzand 2 1132AW Volendam . Nederland

Klaas en Nel Kes // October 13, 2017

My deepest condolences to you all. Pietje Gaartje was a very lovely lady who spoke her mind. We loved that about her. We enjoyed having her here last year. I spoke to her just last week on the Phone and couldn't stop laughing at all the outragious things she said . We are all going to miss her so much, but we know that her departure will leave a giant hole into your hearts. Love from us all here in Holland.

Connie Deen-Tuijp // October 13, 2017

Fran and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Gerdie was a nice lady. Whenever I ran into her in Blenheim, we would stand and chit chat for a good thirty minutes. God Bless you and your family Fran. R.I.P. Gerdie.

Shelley Brown // October 13, 2017

Alicia and family Im so sorry to about your loss. Deepest sympathies and many hugs....

Erin Smith // October 13, 2017

Our deepest sympathies hugs to you all

Beth Mortele // October 12, 2017

I’m so sorry to hear that my lovely aunt is not here anymore. I wish the family a lot of string.

Lida en Kees Hoekstra // October 12, 2017

Fran and Alicia, I am so sorry to hear of Gerdie's passing. No matter what circumstance that brought us together, she never failed to bring a huge smile to my face. She will always be remembered xo

Jodi Hartford // October 12, 2017

I only knew Gertie through working at Sobeys, and I loved when she came into the store and through my till. She was kind and sassy and just a fun lady who sparked joy. I enjoyed hearing her stories and having a good laugh. She will be missed by many who work there, myself included. I am so sorry for your loss and praying for peace during this time.

Dawn Nichol // October 11, 2017

Dear Fran and family Al and I worked with both Hank and Gertie at SRC. We were shocked to hear of Gertie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. GeArtie was truly a remarkable woman

Helen Ouellette // October 11, 2017

I will sure miss my chats with Gerdie whenever i ran into her at the elevator or parking lot. Just loved her stories and her infectious laugh. I know shes happy now that she is with her kids. My deepest condolences on the loss of such an amazing lady. Hugs. .... Linda Lindsay (neighbor)

Linda Lindsay // October 11, 2017

Franny and family. My sincere condolence for the passing of my dear friend Gertie . She will aways be remembered and loved . R.I.P Gertie

Betty anne Smith // October 11, 2017

Gertie trained me when I started in dietary way back when... she had a great since of humour ... I enjoyed over visits when she came into No Frills when I worked there.. RIP Gertie your with your Hank now.

Connie Vidler // October 11, 2017

6810-13th Line R.R. 5,Merlin Gertie was a very dear friend - also made you happy-I enjoyed all my visits with her and I will miss her a lot RIP Gertie now you are with the children you lost so long ago

Shirley Kunzler // October 11, 2017

So sorry to hear of your loss..... she was a special lady and could always make me laugh....

Linda Degelas // October 10, 2017

I remember Gertie from her working with my dad George Wilson at Cedar Springs. Such a nice lady. Sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers

Judy Wilson-Beresford // October 10, 2017

I will miss your laughter and our talks. This world has lost a wonderful person. You will be missed by so many.

Jane Callow // October 10, 2017

My condolences to the Tol family. I will always remember Gerdies peanut butter cookies. She would bring a branch to us every month at the credit union for several years.

Patty Taylor // October 10, 2017

Our sincere condolences to the family and our thoughts & prayers are with you. The Blenheim community will miss Gertie.

Ben & Deb Grywacheski // October 10, 2017

*I am shocked to read of Gertie's passing. Such a sweet lady who always had a smile and a kind word. She so loved you Farni and your daughter and grandchild. I got family updates when I saw her. I will miss her.

Direen Pook // October 10, 2017

So sorry to hear of Gerdie's passing. She has gifted my son with numerous pair of slippers when he lived in Blenheim. I will miss seeing her in town.

Sharon Croft // October 10, 2017

Fran and family; My sympathy to you upon reading of Gerdie's passing. Sincerely, ....Helen and Fred Lehmann (neighbours)

Helen Lehmann // October 10, 2017

I use to call her mama Tol I have known her for many years She was a good lady with a kind heart She had some rough times in life but always found ways to give She was very thoughtful to my sister Janice when she was battling Cancer My condolences to her family Rest in peace Mama Tol and say hi to the old dutchman

Elaine Vleeming // October 10, 2017

RIP Girdie gonna miss your rlectric smile.

Joel McPhail // October 10, 2017

My sincerest condolences to Gerdie's family. I have known Gerdie for many years, through both my Grandmothers as well as working with her myself in Dietary..and later at the bowling alley. She was a fiesty lady that spoke her mind....and always called me Kate! I shall miss her but know she is up there with her children where she really wanted to be!

Cathy McIlroy // October 10, 2017