Obituary for Henry Askes
It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Henry Askes of Mitchell at Victoria Hospital, London, on Monday March 6, 2023 at the age of 74.
Husband and soulmate of Ruby (Roukema) Askes.
Beloved father of Henry Askes and Becky Nichol of Kitchener, Andrea and Rients Miedema of Gowanstown, David Askes of Listowel, Laura and Corey Passchier of Tiverton, and Lindsay and Cory Gordon of London.
Special Grampa and scotch mint dispenser of Candace, Sydney, Dante, Savannah, Prestyn, Roberta (John), Thomas, Samuel, Olivia, Kaylei, Karter, Kaeleb, Riley, Molly, Tayson Charles, Case, Avelyn and Everly. Great-grandfather of Grayson.
Cherished brother of Dick and Dixie Askes, Jennie and Spike Bakker, Bert and Jenny Askes, Dianne and Jan Polley, John and Marlene Askes, Martin and Lorna Askes, and Bonnie and Don Bakelaar.
Much loved brother-in-law of Nienke and Len Batterink, Ray Roukema and Esperanza Fernandez, Henry and Janet Roukema, Cliff and Esther Roukema, Trish and Andrew Turkstra, Heather Roukema-Gritter and Roy Gritter, Chris and Ben TenPas, Johanna and Gerry Jurjens, Pete VanDam, and Nelia and Frank Schalk.
Also much loved by his mother-in-law Didy Roukema and his many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his first wife Bertha (VanDam) Askes in 2004, his parents Jan and Bontje (Kemper) Askes, his parents-in-law Pieter and Nelia (Timmers) VanDam, his father-in-law Job Roukema, and his sister-in-law Joanne (Freeman) Van Dam.
Henry was a special person to many. He had an uncanny ability to connect with others. It was easy to be drawn in by his sense of humour and friendly nature. He loved playing games and had a competitive spirit. His talent for gardening was evident in any place he lived.
His happy place was camping and paddling in Northern Ontario. He had a fierce dedication to his family and friends. He will be remembered by how he lived out his faith, always trusting that God would provide.
Visitation will be held at the Stratford Christian Reformed Church, 190 Athlone Crescent, Stratford, on Thursday March 9, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
His Celebration of Life will be held at church on Saturday March 11, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. The service will be livestreamed.
Click here to view service.
Spring interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel.
Memorial donations to World Renew or Salvation Army, Stratford, would be appreciated, and may be made through the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel.
Husband and soulmate of Ruby (Roukema) Askes.
Beloved father of Henry Askes and Becky Nichol of Kitchener, Andrea and Rients Miedema of Gowanstown, David Askes of Listowel, Laura and Corey Passchier of Tiverton, and Lindsay and Cory Gordon of London.
Special Grampa and scotch mint dispenser of Candace, Sydney, Dante, Savannah, Prestyn, Roberta (John), Thomas, Samuel, Olivia, Kaylei, Karter, Kaeleb, Riley, Molly, Tayson Charles, Case, Avelyn and Everly. Great-grandfather of Grayson.
Cherished brother of Dick and Dixie Askes, Jennie and Spike Bakker, Bert and Jenny Askes, Dianne and Jan Polley, John and Marlene Askes, Martin and Lorna Askes, and Bonnie and Don Bakelaar.
Much loved brother-in-law of Nienke and Len Batterink, Ray Roukema and Esperanza Fernandez, Henry and Janet Roukema, Cliff and Esther Roukema, Trish and Andrew Turkstra, Heather Roukema-Gritter and Roy Gritter, Chris and Ben TenPas, Johanna and Gerry Jurjens, Pete VanDam, and Nelia and Frank Schalk.
Also much loved by his mother-in-law Didy Roukema and his many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his first wife Bertha (VanDam) Askes in 2004, his parents Jan and Bontje (Kemper) Askes, his parents-in-law Pieter and Nelia (Timmers) VanDam, his father-in-law Job Roukema, and his sister-in-law Joanne (Freeman) Van Dam.
Henry was a special person to many. He had an uncanny ability to connect with others. It was easy to be drawn in by his sense of humour and friendly nature. He loved playing games and had a competitive spirit. His talent for gardening was evident in any place he lived.
His happy place was camping and paddling in Northern Ontario. He had a fierce dedication to his family and friends. He will be remembered by how he lived out his faith, always trusting that God would provide.
Visitation will be held at the Stratford Christian Reformed Church, 190 Athlone Crescent, Stratford, on Thursday March 9, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
His Celebration of Life will be held at church on Saturday March 11, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. The service will be livestreamed.
Click here to view service.
Spring interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel.
Memorial donations to World Renew or Salvation Army, Stratford, would be appreciated, and may be made through the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel.