Obituary for
John Johannes Langerak
John Johannes Langerak of Spruce Grove, AB passed away at the age of 74 on Friday, June 5, 2020. John was born May 28, 1946 in Linschoten, Utrecht, Netherlands. He immigrated to Canada with his family on May 28, 1952. John married Marlene on November 25, 1989, and they spent 30 years together. John spent many years working as an electrician and member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) union, local 424. In his younger years he had a love of sailing and would often reminisce about his adventures. As an outdoor enthusiast, he enjoyed both cross-country skiing and fishing. A dedicated husband and father, John was hardworking and able to fix just about anything. He loved spending time sharing stories, having a laugh and playing cards with his kids. He is lovingly remembered and sadly missed by Marlene, his wife; three children: Dawn Summer of Campbell River, BC, Geoffrey and Liora of Spruce Grove, AB; and grandchild, Michaela Rutledge-Taylor of Campbell River, BC. Also mourning his passing are his siblings: Reit Heeringa (Don), Dirk (Betty), Christine Vanbeek (Joe), (Jake Griffioen), and Gilbert (Alayne), as well as many nieces and nephews, extended family and close friends. John was predeceased by his parents, Gijsbert and Marretje Langerak, and his sister Audrey Griffioen.
A visitation with close family and friends will be held on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Park Memorial Funeral Home, 9709 – 111 Avenue, Edmonton, AB.
A Graveside Service with close family and friends will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at St. Michael’s Cemetery, 13819 – 82 Street NW, Edmonton, AB.
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de John Johannes
Langerak 1946 2020..
Décès pour la Ville: Edmonton, Province: Alberta