GERRY VAN NIEKERK

Condolences & Memories (11 entries)

• The 35 years we spent at the cottage, lake and trips to Texas for golf in March each year were priceless. You were a good friend and a loving father. You will be missed old friend but never forgotten. God bless, buttze - Posted by: DON BUTT (FRIEND) on: Oct 13, 2015

• Our condolences to the Van Niekerk family, I will miss the golf games Gerry, Ted and I had at the Northernair and the hook I know that you will be putting lights out in a peaceful place - Posted by: wayne and karen evans (good friends) on: Oct 13, 2015

• Gerry and his beautiful Gidgi are the best people ever...whether fighting to see who could clean the snow first or who could get the garbage cans to or from the road first...Gerry was always there with a joke, a smile and wonderful conversation. We are saddened to hear of his passing and will never forget the friendship and kindness given to us. Gerry, we miss you, and will take care of Gidgi, the snow and the garbage...you don't have to worry anymore. 2e will miss you always. - Posted by: Brian and Julia Cummins (Blessed to be Gerry and Gidgi's neighbors) on: Oct 12, 2015

• When I think of you Gerry, what comes to mind is what a tremdous car salesman you were! So far above everyone else! I am still in shock from when Ted phoned with the terrible news. We will all miss you tremendously! All your suffering is now over. Love Jerry&Bev Proctor - Posted by: Jerry & Bev Proctor (Friends) on: Oct 12, 2015

• GREAT LONGTIME FRIEND. I WILL MISS YOUR FRIENDLY SMILE AND THE GOOD TIMES, GOLFING AND THE GOOD TIME AT YOUR COTTAGE. - Posted by: Brian Andrews & Shirley Andrews (friands) on: Oct 12, 2015

• Remembering many fun summers at Spruce Bay with Jerry and his family! - Posted by: Carl and Edie Zylak (neighbors at the lake) on: Oct 12, 2015

• I had the privilege of being one of Kim's many friends and their home was my second home. Mr Van always was there to help and spoil us rotten. There was never a time when weren't welcomed with a hug, a meal and a big smile. You will be loved and missed and have left me with wonderful memories that will always put a smile on my face. - Posted by: Pam Bially nee Manzuk (friend) on: Oct 11, 2015

• Was fortunate to have met Gerry some years ago through the Transcona Golf Club. Stayed at his cottage on lake Winnipeg as a guest with about a dozen other golfers for the Vanski Open. I found Gerry to be a wonderful host with a super sense of humour and wit. He was truly, one of a kind. My condolences to the family on such a loss in their lives. I will always remember him as a good person. - Posted by: Robert Olien (friend) on: Oct 10, 2015

• Dear Gerry and van niekirk family. There are so many memories I remember. Gerry and the ski boat. His frustrations with the ramp and ensuring we could all ski regardless of how many trenches had to be dug. I always liked his laid back ways around the cabin with the pets and bonfires. The fabulous convertible that we used for the gimli parade when we all dressed as gypsies if I remember correctly. The horseshoe pit which my father George loved and looked forward to every weekend. And their love for golf. He always had a hug for me and kind word. I always felt part of the family. May you rest in peace Gerry and I know my daddy will be there to keep you company. With love. Elaine. - Posted by: Elaine glover (Long time family friend and cottage neighbour. ) on: Oct 10, 2015

• This news was brought to me with much sadness!! I feel like I spent a life time out at Spruce Sands with Uncle Gerry and the rest of the family. I have memories to last the rest of my days. Riding in the many convertibles to the corner store, trips into Gimli for Chinese food, his contagious smile and hamburger soup!! You're always in my heart. rest in peace Uncle Gerry XO - Posted by: Lindsay ( Niece) on: Oct 10, 2015

• Condolences from the Steele family. We always remember the many laughs and a "few" drinks over the years at the lake. - Posted by: Jim,Alison,Ryan and Jodi Steele (Friends of the family) on: Oct 10, 2015