Rooyakkers: Adrianus “Joe”
In loving memory of Adrianus Rooyakkers who passed away peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket, on Sunday May 10, 2020, at the age of 88 years. Adrianus was known as “Joe” to family and friends.
Loving husband to Catharina “Catherine” (nee: Van Erp). Loving father to Corry (Brad Radford), Leo (Janet), Peter, John, Ted (predeceased), Ron (predeceased), Joanne (Charles Casey), Michael (Jacquie), and Brenda (Kevin Anderson). He will be sadly missed by his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Joe, the second youngest of nine children, is survived by his sister Dina Janssen.
Joe and Catherine immigrated to Canada in 1954 from Holland, shortly after being married, to begin a new adventure. They lived most of their 65 married years in the Tottenham / Schomberg area, and moved to Keswick 3 years ago. He will be greatly missed by his extended family and friends.
If desired, donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society or Southlake Regional Health Centre.
Arrangements entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home, Tottenham. Cremation will be held. Following the Covid-19 pandemic, a public Memorial Funeral Mass at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Schomberg, will be planned at a time when we can once again gather in groups larger than 10. Joe’s family encourages his loved ones and friends to watch the funeral home website for more information on a date and time as it becomes available. Everyone is encouraged to show their support to the family by leaving written tributes and condolences at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Roger Chauvin says
I would like to give my sincere condolences to the Rooyakkers family. I had the opportunity to work with Joe at the Maynard Schomberg Plant back in the 80’s. It was a first job for me and Joe offered encouragement, support and always had a smile on his face. I could not believe how strong this guy was. I would tell my friends at home about Joe and how he was “strong as a bull”. It was a pleasure working with you Joe.
“Love you in Christ”
Jim millett says
I have known Joe and his family for over 45 yrs and am deeply saddened to hear of his passing
RIP Joe
Tarzan…son of Pork
MacGowan Family says
Our deepest condolences to the whole family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joanna Thompson says
My deepest sympathy to you, Catherine. I really enjoyed the time that I spent visiting with you both at Cedarvale. Thinking of you at this time. Love to you and your family.
Mary and Paul Kavanagh says
Dear Catherine and family, So sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. May Joe Rest In Peace.
Adrianus"Joe" Rooyakkers says
Our Deepest Sympathy. May the love of family and friends give you comfort in this difficult time.
JoAnne & Rick Coston
JoAnne & Rick Coston says
Our deepest sympathy…May the love of family and friends give you comfort in this difficult time.
Lynn Jackson says
Dear Catherine and family, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Joe. My thoughts and prayers are with you all .
The Jackson family
Linda and David Colter says
So very sad Janet and Leo. Blessings and love to you at this time. May he rest in peace.
Dave Rooyakkers says
My sincere condolences.
Irene Barbeau says
My sincere condolences to the large extended family during this difficult time.
David and Maureen Archibald says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
David has fond memories of Joe working at the Schomberg Alfalfa Plant.
Yogi Frost says
So very sorry to hear about Joe’s passing Catherine. Our sincere condolences to you and your family
We all have many fond memories of our many years in the choir
The Frost family❤️
Yogi Frost says
So very sorry to hear about Joe’s passing Catherine. Our sincere condolences to you and your family
Many fond memories of you and Joe in the choir
Doug and Lynda Woolner says
Catherine and Family.
Our deepest sympathy.You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Doug, Lynda Woolner and Family
Kathy Crane says
Thinking of you all at this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. May he Rest In Peace.
Charmaine Wall says
Catherine and children,
I am so very sad to hear of Joe’s passing. You were the ideal pair, and I often marveled at your love for one another. I recall how we all sang together for over 30 years in the choir. May you be comforted by the love and support of family and friends. With much love, Charmaine Wall
Mieke Raaymakers says
Hallo Toos.
And the rest of the family
Condolences with the death of Jos
A lot of strength in such a difficult time for You.
Greetings Mieke
Mieke says
Hallo Toos.
And the rest of the familie.
Condolences with the death of Jos
A lot of strengt insuch a difficult time for You
Greetings Mieke
Mieke says
Hello Toos, and the rest of the family. Congratulations on the death of Jos. I wish you all a lot of strength in this difficult time for you. greetings Mieke
Mieke Raaymakers says
Hello Toos, and the rest of the family. Congratulations, with the death of Jos. A lot of strength for all of you, in such a difficult time for you. greetings Mieke.
Doortje und Karl Heinz says
Wann immer wir wollen
Der Tot ordnet Die Welt neu
Scheinbar hat sich nicht verändert,
Und doch ist alles anders geworden.
Wenn die Sonne des Lebens untergeht,Der Tot ist wie eine Kerze,
Die Verlust,wenn der Tag anbricht
Doortje und Karl Heinz says
Wenn die Sonne des Lebens untergeht, leuchten die Sterne der Erinnerung. Wir denken an Euch.
Tante Leen says
Beste Toos en alle kinderen en verdere familie , Gecondoleerd met het overlijden van Jos . Ik wens jullie heel veel sterkte . Ook gecondoleerd namens Sjef . Ik zal een kaarsje voor hem aansteken .Groetjes tante Leen
Doortje und Karl Heinz says
Wenn die Sonne des Lebens untergeht, leuchten die Sterne der Erinnerung.
Wir denken an Euch.
Sandy & Dennis O'Hara says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time!!
Teresa Kyle says
My sympathies to Tante Toos and my cousins. Rest in peace Uncle Joe.
Lisa Sherwin-French says
Janet and Leo, so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you both. Xo
Ang family says
To Rooyakkers sorry for your loss and our deepest condolences
Betty Foster says
Tante Toos and family
Thinking of you all, sending love and prayers
Hein en Annie van de Schoot says
Hallo Toos en familie,
Hier een mededeling van je zuster/zwager/ tante en oom. Annie en Hein uit Holland. Van harte gecondoleerd met het verlies van je lieve man, vader, schoonvader. Wij zijn blij dat we hem hebben leren kennen en houden hem in gedachte zoals hij was.
Veel sterkte!
Randy and Maria smith says
Tante Toos and family, our deepest condolences. Uncle Joe was a wonderful man. Will be missed by all.
CASE ROOYAKKERS says
Tante Toos and Family. Thinking of you at this sad time. Our condolences.
Case and Jane.
Jane D. Arnott says
So sorry Brenda to hear of your dad’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Shari & Steve says
Sending you and your family our deepest sympathies. You are all in our hearts and prayers
Love, Steve, Shari & Family
Elly Lambert says
Dear Tante Toos and family. It’s just heartbreaking to lose someone you love, even though you know their suffering is over. Much love during this hard time.
Joanne & Peter Duggan says
To the Rooyakkers Family
So sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Laurie & Kevin Cole says
Condolences to Corry Radford and her family. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Ryan Family says
Dear Toos and Family
Our sympathy to you with the passing of Joe
We have many fond memories of our days past living as neighbours
Sending you our love and prayers
Ryan Family
Sharon LeBlanc says
So sorry to hear about Joe’s passing. He was always kind to me. Thoughts and prayers for all the family.
Sharon
Joe/Mary Ellen Keenan says
Catherine and family, we wish to extend our sincerest sympathy to you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God bless and protect you. Joe/Mary Ellen