ERIC CORNELIUS GROOT

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ERIC CORNELIUS GROOT December 12, 1927 - November 21, 2007 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eric on November 21, 2007. With grace and dignity Eric fought a courageous battle with cancer and heart disease. With his family at his side he was gently called home to God. Eric will be forever remembered and sadly missed by his loving wife Agnes of 52 years, his five daughters, one son and 14 grandchildren. He leaves to cherish his memory: his daughter Margareth (Gordon) Rybuck, grandchildren Jennifer, Scott, Chris; his daughter Rita Shibata (Ken) grandchildren Jerad (Kandice), Kara, Mark, Steven; his daughter Agnes Jorgensen (Andre) grandchildren Thomas, Patrick; his son Jack (Wendy) Groot, grandchildren Kevin, Michael; his daughter Janet (Jay) Kent, grandchildren James, Katlyn, Karley, Justine; his daughter Teresa (Yves) Labonte, granddaughter Kyla. His sisters: Tina (Mike) BoneKamp, Truus Schoofs, Gretha (John) Vanderzweep, Anne (Louis) Schoofs, his brothers: Jack (Kathy) Groot, Bill (Evelyn) Groot, Tom (Alice) Groot, Joe (Georgina) Groot, sister-in-law; Toni, Joan and Nellie, as well as many nieces, nephews and friends that were dear to his heart. With his loving humble nature and incredible strength Eric left us many gifts. He leaves a legacy of a caring, loving husband, a father who instilled the values of love, strength, generosity and compassion, the oldest brother of 12 who was admired and respected by his siblings, a loyal friend and a mentor to all who knew him. Eric immigrated to Canada from the Netherlands in 1953. His parents, brothers, sisters and the love of his life, Agnes followed him in 1954. Eric was a hardworking-dedicated man who took pride in all he set out to do. He loved nature and was truly an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. Thank you to all our family and friends for their love and support during this difficult time. A special thank you to the Riverview Palliative Care 3-East and Dr. E. St. Godard for giving Eric dignity and grace. We hold you close within our hearts And there you shall remain To walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again. So rest in peace Dear Eric, dear Dad, dear Opa, dear loved one Thanks for all you have done We pray that God has given you The crown you've truly won. A memorial service celebrating Eric's life will be held on Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at Glen Eden Funeral Home, 4477 Main Street. His grandchildren to act as honorary pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, if so desired, a donation can be made in Eric's memory to The Leprosy Mission Canada, 100 Mural Street, Suite 100, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1J3. Arrangements entrusted to: Glen Eden Funeral Home 4477 Main Street 338-7111 Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolences at www.gleneden-mb.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 24, 2007