Jake led a long, remarkable life. Born in the Netherlands, surviving WW2 prisoner of war camps, emigrating with a young family to Canada, and travelling the world and living through a pandemic resulting in many interesting stories which he loved to share with people who loved to listen. He had a passion for history, geography, politics, the stock market, travel and a good Dutch, German or Belgian beer. These passions he passed on to his family.
Above all else, he loved his family and was so proud of everyone, so it was so fitting that his final days were spent at sea, where he loved to be, surrounded by a number of his family.
Remaining sharp of mind to the end he told his family not to cry or mourn for him as he was a happy man and all his wishes had been met.
Left to celebrate and honour his life are, his daughter Marijke (John), daughters-in-law Susan and Wilma, Grandchildren, Courtney (Steve), Leigh-Anna, Darcy (Nathan), Jonathan (Emily), Byjonka, Jeff (Michelle), Rennie (Joe), Jake and Mitchell. Great-grandchildren Alec, Camille, Alyssa, Jacob, Lexxie, Jaxxon, Ada, Zoe.
In lieu of flowers, donations to World Vision may be made in memory of Jake.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be made through www.giffenmackscarborough.com
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