Kamstra: John (Jan),
Passed away on September 11, 2019 in his home near Tottenham at the age of 80. He was surrounded by his family after a heroic 7 year battle with his health. John was beloved husband for 57 years with Marilyn Kamstra (nee: Menton), loving father of Kathy Kamstra (Laurie Lloyd), Kelly Kamstra (Greg Collins), Sandra Kamstra (Jay Llewellyn), Julie Law (Simon Law), and John Kamstra. He was an adored ‘Papa’ of Joe (Racheal), Isabel, Patrick, Lily, Christopher, Sophie, and Carman, and will be remembered fondly by his brother-in-law Bob Menton. He will be sadly missed by his many siblings: late brother Sytste, (Jannie), Riek (Bill), Frank (Tena), Harry (Lene), Pat (Henk), Jake (Mary), Ray, Mike (Pam), Piet (Rose). The family extends a special thank-you to Marnee Wilson ‘Urban Angel of St. Michael’s Hospital’, Rachel and Barb of St. Elizabeth Nurses, and Dr. Richard Nishikawa, for all their exceptional care. A Celebration of John’s life will be held at Adamo Estate Winery at 793522 3rd Line EHS, Mono, ON, on Friday October 4th from 2-5pm with a toast to him at 3pm. Friends and family welcome! In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to either Matthew’s House Hospice in Alliston, or St. Michael’s Hospital in memory of John.
Werner & Christine Syndikus says
Dear Marilyn,
Our deep condolences to you and your family on John’s sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Werner & Christine Syndikus and family
Jodie Guillemette says
Dear Mrs. Kamstra, Kathy, Kelly, Sandra, Julie and John,
Please accept my sincerest sympathies for the loss of your husband/father. May you cherish the many fond memories you have together and may they console you during this time. God bless, Jodie Guillemette, Tom Eagan and family
Matthew Morley says
Marilyn, Kathy, Kelly, Sandra, Julie and John. I was very sad to read the news of John’s passing. I have very fond memories of our times spent at the house and how kind and welcoming your father always was to me.
With sincere condolences my thoughts are with you all.
Matt and Lana Morley
Harold Hetherington says
Dear Marilyn and family
You have lost a wonderful husband and father. He will not only be missed by you but also by his many friends and associates. Our prayers are with you.
Anne and Leon Schenko says
many fond memories of John will fondly remember him as a fine person.
Leon
Marlene and Charlie Spagnol says
Our deepest condolences Marilyn to you and your family. We fondly remember John when visiting your Grandfather, Mr. Sims in Toronto. We were his neighbors next door. Regards, Charlie and Marlene
Gail Lyte says
Dear Marilyn and Family,
You have shared a beautiful life with John. I wish you peace and comforting memories of your time spent with him.
Affectionately,
Gail
Al & Mary Van Hezewyk says
Marilyn & family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of John. You are in our prayers.
Al & Mary Van Hezewyk & family
Patricia Makuch Drozdoski says
Dearest Marilyn and family please accept my very sincere condolences.
Jackie and Gavin Tighe says
Our thoughts are with the Kamstra family at this sad time.
The Tighe Family
The Wiggan Family says
His beautiful family must have been an immense source of pride, he has left behind a wonderful legacy. Love to all in the extended Kamstra family. Shannon, Tim, Coulson and Sean
Barb Kowalinski says
It was a privilege to get to know John over the past 3 years. Despite his health issues, he never complained, always showed endless determination, strength, and courage despite the odds against him. To Marilyn and the kids you will all be in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead. I will never forget him! Rest in peace John.
Hal & Madelyn Rutledge says
Dear Marilyn, Kathy, Kelly, Sandra, Julie, John and all the family
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Carole (Parsons) Mckergow says
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, Marilyn!
Carole & Lee McKergow
Lynne and Dave Hitchings says
Our deepest sympathy Marilyn to you and your family. John is at peace now.
Eileen & Joe Puglisi says
Our deepest sympathy to the Kamstra family. Thinking of you all.
Love Leen , Joe and family
Jimmie & Mae Aiken says
sincere condolences to the
to the Kamstra families .
Love Mae & Jimmie Aiken & Family
Ron Fortier says
My deepest sympathy to John’s Familly John was an allaround great fantastic guy and sportsman It was a pleasure playing tennis with John for many years
marc ronan says
Deepest Condolences from the Marc Ronan Family
Lynne Aiken says
Marilyn, Kathy, Kelly, Sandra, Julie, John and families: Sorry to hear about the loss of your husband and dad. Thinking of you.
Sincerely,
Lynne and Jack