Vanderwerf, Joachim D. "Joe"

Peacefully passed away at McNally House Hospice, Grimsby on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at the age of 76. Beloved husband of Aggie for 50 wonderful years. Cherished father of Jeffrey Vanderwerf (Fyonna), Veronica Tweedle (Mike), and Joanne Spekkers (John). Opa of Eric, Alyssa, Dexter, Jude, Nikki, and Zandra (Aaron). He will also be dearly missed by his 2 brothers and 2 sisters and their families as well as many brothers and sisters-in-law, and extended family in The Netherlands. A loving husband, father, and opa. He will be missed by all of those who knew and loved him. The family wishes to thank the kind and compassionate staff, nurses and volunteers at McNally House for the wonderful care Joe received. Visitation at STONEHOUSE-WHITCOMB FUNERAL HOME, 11 Mountain Street, GRIMSBY (905-945-2755) on Sunday from 6-9 p.m. Prayer Vigil at 8:30 p.m at the Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, 135 Livingston Avenue, Grimsby on Monday, February 15, 2016 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to McNally House Hospice would be sincerely appreciated by the family. www.smithsfh.com