Nelly passed away on January 17, 2011 at the Cascade Hospice after a short illness.
Nelly was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by her daughter Roswihta (Karen) and son Roger (Alma); grandchildren: Johnny and Leticia, Cassie and Randy; along with her beloved companion animal, Rico.
She was predeceased by her husband John; parents Gerardus and Adriaantje; and brothers Johannes, Dick and Jane.
A very special thank you to all the family and friends for the visits and phone calls during Nelly’s last days and to the staff and volunteers at Cascade Hospice, and 4 North at the Chilliwack Hospital for their care.
A Funeral Service to take place at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 22, 2011 at St. Mary’s Parish, 8909 Mary Street, Chilliwack, BC.
In lieu of flowers, the family would greatly appreciate donations to the Chilliwack Hospice Society or St. Mary’s Parish.