van Gent: Cornelis “Casey”,
Suddenly on Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at West Lincoln Memorial Hospital in Grimsby, Cornelis “Casey” van Gent passed away at the age of 56 years. Beloved father of daughters Cornelia and Cassandra van Gent; grandfather of Janoah. Loving partner of Adele Forsberg. Dear son of Cornelia (and the late Jan) Vermunt and Cornelis van Gent. Fondly remembered by his sisters, Ella and Jeannie van Gent. Forever in the hearts of Yvette Muir, his extended family locally and abroad in Holland, as well as friends. Sadly missed by his furry best friend, Bentley.
He was a recently retired Engineer for Canadian Pacific Railway after 30 years of service. Casey will always be remembered as entertaining with his joking nature, his passion and talent for music and guitars, as well as his love for motorcycles. Casey was always entertaining and pranking his loved ones. He will be remembered for his ability to investigate with his “international personalities,” while smothering us with an abundance of love, generosity, and selfless nature.
Wishing you a peaceful journey. Tot ziens–until we meet again. “10-4. OVER”.
As per Cornelis’s wishes, cremation is taking place and a private family service is being held on Thursday, June 15, 2017. Arrangements entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home in Tottenham. www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Ella, your sister says
It’s been 9 months since you left your body and i am missing your crazy antics and serious talks. Thinking of you brother, you are missing from me. <3
Jeannie van Gent says
My dear baby brother, I remember the day you were born and I stood on tip toes and leaned into your basinette to place a kiss on your cheek. That is how we started our life as brother and sister and that is also how we ended. I hold many dear memories in my heart of you playing guitar, cruising in your ‘cuda’ etc. I look forward to seeing you again. “Knock, knock, knock on Heaven’s Door” Casey and may Heaven’s door be opened to embrace you with the Light of God’s Love and Peace. I love you!
Rest in Peace dear brother xoxoxo
Cees van Gent says
Ome Kees, Tante Corrie, Ella en Gina, children, family and friends of Casey, I wish you all the strength on Casey’s passing. He was such a lovely boy, back then, when he still lived in Holland. He must have been a lovely person to live and be friends with later on in Canada, my thoughts are with you.
Joe kaminskas says
Casey,you were that rare person that could enter a room full of strangers,and within minutes,half the people would be choking with laughter! Your humanity always humbled me when we had serious talks. Shine on you crazy diamond,and we will one day have that jam we always talked about….high-ball,matey…..
Karin van Wijk-van Kekem says
Beste familie,
Van harte gecondoleerd met het overlijden van Casey. Wij weten hoe dit voelt, ook onze broer Bet is plotseling en op veel te jonge leeftijd gestorven. Ik wens jullie veel sterkte toe om dit verlies te dragen.
Ik heb onze dochters Larissa en Jessica de rouwkaart toegestuurd.
Veel liefs,
Karin
Nelly kruidenier van Kekem says
Vanuit Nederland mijn condoleance met het plotseling overlijden van jullie broer, zoon Casey (Cees )
Beseffen dat je broer er plotseling niet meer is doet veel pijn.
We hopen dat er veel mooie herinneringen zijn en koester deze vooral.
We weten hoe het voelt als ik terug denk aan mijn broer Bert.
We wensen jullie alle kracht bij het verwerken van dit grote Velies.
Wij zullen dit e-mailbericht zoveel als mogelijk doorsturen.
Veel liefs uit Nederland / Winterswijk.
Nelly.
Peter Brown says
Without a doubt one of the funniest guys I have ever met. Always made me laugh at work, what a character. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Ella van Gent says
You are missing from me Casey. My heart hurts… My brother shared with me a passion for motorcycles. I introduced him to biking in the 70s…And I thank him for getting me back in the saddle last year.
Wishing you a peaceful journey brother of mine, ride on you crazy diamond. I hope Jan has come to greet you, along with all our furry family. Until we meet again, may we see one another in dream time. I love you and miss you so much” 10-4. and OVER”.
Margot and John paterson says
We are so sorry to hear of the devastating news of Casey sudden passing.we fondly remember the van gent family and how close you were.to Connie,Ella,and Jeannie our heart goes out to you in the loss of your dear son and brother.margot and John paterson
Barry, Jan & Robin Licastro says
Our sincere & deep sympathies to the entire family. We remember Casey as a happy young boy when we were neighbors living on Delkus Cr….
Safe journey Casey.
The Licastro Family
Jeanette Hubbert says
In loving memory of our handsome next door neighbour. Many years have passed but our memory of Casey remains. Our sympathy to all the family.
Ken and Jeanette Simpkins/Hubbert
Margret says
Casey het is jammer dat we elkaar niet meer gezien hebben. Nog wel contact gehad via FB dat koester ik dan maar.
We will meet again
Margret
Colleen says
Casey, may you find your musical haven on the most divine stage of all. Rest in Peace My Friend. xo
Al Green says
My thoughts are with the family.
It was a pleasure working with you..
RIP My friend.
Aria van Gent says
Casey, Cees,
Geboren in Ameide in 1961. Ik was 7 jaar en weet nog hoe je vader vol trots kwam vertellen dat je was geboren. Eindelijk na twee meiden ook een ‘joggie’. Ze noemden je Cees naar opa Cees. Wij verhuisden naar Amsterdam en jullie, ome Cees, tante Corrie, Ella en Ginie verhuisden nog een stukje verder naar Canada. Dat was een grote gebeurtenis in ‘ termei’ Ik heb mij al die jaren afgevraagd hoe het jullie verging in dat verre land. Met je veel te vroege overlijden is er weer een stukje familie heengegaan. Ik hoop dat je rust in vrede en wens jou familie en onze wederzijdse familie, ome Cees, tante Corrie, Ella en Ginie veel sterkte met het verlies van hun zoon en broer. Ik denk aan jullie.
mike moore says
Always a joy to have worked with.Rest In Peace Casey.
David Bailey says
I always looked forward to working with Casey. He brought a smile and laugh to everyone he worked with. His funny voices combined with his bad jokes made work fly by. He will be sorely missed. My condolences to his whole family.
Bruce MacDonald says
A great guy to work with,taken much too early. Could always make a room come to life with his humour. May you rest in peace and may all your signals be clear!
Brian Hume says
I spent a lot of long nights working with Casey. Not only was he a great engineer, but a guy who could make the whole room burst out laughing. I’ll miss ya buddy.
Cathy Logan Graab says
Casey even though many years have passed a piece of my heart has gone with you and I did shed a tear for you. I will always be glad I met you and shared a bond with the child we had together. You have been taken way to soon and to young. Stay on the “Stairway To Heaven” (Our Song) and I know you will reach it. Cathy
Mary Jo and Steve Falle says
Casey you will always be in mine and Stephens heart. We where just talking about you and how soon you would be popping in on your bike to visit us. Stephen will always remember the weekend you spent together in the states and the fun you both had!! I will always remember the night we met many many years ago at Hot Rocks. RIP our friend I’m sure your in the Halls of Valhalla Playing Guitar !!! RIP