Hendrina Maria Gerarda van den Braak
1932-2019
With great sadness
the family of Hendrina (Henny) van den Braak (née Hoens)
announces her death in Moncton, NB on May 9, 2019 at the age of
86.
Born in Eindhoven, the
Netherlands on June 6, 1932, Henny was the daughter of the late
Arnoldus and Petronella (Brunas) Hoens. She had three brothers, the
late Piet, the late Wim and Harrie. Henny grew up during the
occupation of the Netherlands in World War II. She was
active in the Girl Guides and managed a bicycle shop until her
marriage to Jan (John) on November 24, 1953 at the age of 21. Six days
later, they sailed from Rotterdam on the S.S. Rijndam, destined for
Canada. Their arrival on December 6, 1953 is commemorated with a
plaque at Pier 21 in Halifax,
NS.
Henny and John lived in River
John, Amherst, Halifax, Bedford, finally settling in Moncton. They
were active in the Scouting movement, made good friends, enjoyed
camping and travelled extensively throughout Canada, the United States
and Europe, returning many times to the Netherlands. Henny was known
for her gardening, sewing, knitting, and many fruit breads. She
enjoyed reading, especially history and geography. After 55 years
together, John predeceased Henny in 2008. Henny continued to live in
their home, later moving to People’s Park Tower and finally
McNair Manor.
Henny (Oma to her
grandchildren) is survived by her daughters Judy (Evan Smith) and
Karen (Norm Raynard), her grandchildren Sarah Smith (Jet), Laura Smith
(Thomas), Norman Raynard (Emily) and Jonathan Raynard, her
brother Harrie Hoens, as well as extended family in Canada, England,
and the Netherlands.
The family wishes to
acknowledge the excellent care and kindness given by the staff and
residents at McNair Manor.
A visitation with the family
will be held from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Friday, May 17, 2019 at
Fergusons Funeral Home, 1657 Mountain Road, Moncton, NB (858-1995). A
private family service will be held at a later
date.
If desired, donations may be made to the Canadian
Diabetes Association, Alzheimer’s Society or a charity of
choice. Online condolences may be shared at
www.fergusonsfuneralhome.com
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Hendrina Maria Gerarda van den Braak 19322019..
Décès pour la Ville: Moncton, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick