Heinrich “Hank” Gruter passed away peacefully in his 94th year in his Dunnville home surrounded by his loving family and amazing caregivers, on Friday, November 4th, 2022.
He was predeceased by his loving wife Willy Gruter in 2021. Hank was also predeceased by his parents Philippe and Frida Gruter and his siblings George Gruter, Reit de Mol, Ted Gruter and William Gruter.
Hank will be dearly missed by his children, Yvonne (Dennis), Tony and Michelle (Michael). He will be forever cherished by grandchildren Andrew (Savanaugh), Shirlene (David), Samantha, Matthew, Marcus, Tristan and by his great grandchildren Nevik, Nathon and Benjamin. He will also be sincerely missed by his siblings Hella Gruter and Harry Gruter.
Hank was born in the Netherlands on June 6, 1928. In the summer of 1950 while working on the beach, a beautiful blonde hair blue eyed young lady caught his attention. This was the beginning of a forever love story that spanned for more than seven decades. June 8, 1960 Hank and his beautiful bride Willy were married and immediately made their way to Canada and settled in Dunnville where they started a hair salon.
Although Hank and Willy made a living hairdressing, Hank’s true passion was carpentry. He built their first home on the Bird Road and then later bought a fixer upper on the corner of Lock and Cedar that he restored with his own two hands. He went on to help his three children build their homes, as well. Hank’s life revolved around his love for his family and his desire to build and restore homes.
At age 86, Hank retired and spent his remaining years with Willy by his side. They both travelled frequently with family to their homeland and south during the winter months. Hank is now again at peace and with the love of his life Willy.
We wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to his dedicated providers that played a huge role in caring and loving our father during the later part of his life. Jordan Burman, Tanya Langraap, Steeve Matheus and Katie Fair we will forever be thankful for all the love and kindness you gave our father. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
A private family service will be held at the Woodlawn Cemetery, in Dunnville. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Society of Alzheimer
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of GRUTER Heinrich Hank 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Dunnville, Province: Ontario