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George Schieven Obituary
Schieven, George
With sadness in our hearts, we share the passing of our dad, George Schieven, on Thursday, April 17, 2025, reunited with Henny (2019) after sharing 62 years together.
Dad embarked on his journey from the family farm and business in Elst, Netherlands, at the age of 18 to start a new life in Canada. While working for the Hunt Family, dad pursued his education, becoming a Certified Management Accountant. He worked for many different companies throughout his career including: Ford Motor Co, White Western Star, and Monsanto, which allowed us to live in many different parts of Ontario and British Columbia.
Dad continued his lifelong love of farming on 2nd Line growing many types of vegetables. Together with mom, they always tended to lovely gardens, planted trees, and grew tomatoes at their many homes. Dad was active in many pursuits, including curling until age 89, and was an extensive Stamp Collector and woodworker. He was most at home tinkering at their cottage and spending time outdoors.
Dad passed down his love of reading, and his knowledge of fixing things, filing our own taxes, and saving for a rainy day to the three of us – Gordon (Irene), Arlene, and Pam. He will be fondly remembered by his grandchildren Larissa (Rob), Luke (Mel), and Cole. Trips back to Holland and visitors to Canada allowed him to maintain contact with his family, including a recent visit with Erik &Olda Van Ooijen. Dad will be missed by his extended Smeenk & Drost families, Craig McDonald, Leigh & Chris Yardley and family.
Our family wishes to express our appreciation to the teams at Erie Shores HealthCare & Hospice for their wonderful care and support. We welcome you to join us in remembering George on Sunday, May 25, 2025 at Reid Funeral Home, 14 Russell Street, Leamington, ON N8H 1T8 (519-326-2631) from 2 pm-5 pm and share in our Celebration of George’s Life on Monday, May 26, 2025 at 11 am at Epworth United Church, 56 Division Street South, Kingsville. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Southwestern Ontario Gleaners, where dad volunteered for many years, or Erie Shoes Hospice. We welcome you to share your memories and words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca
April 17 2025
Death notice for the town of: Leamington, Province: Ontario
death notice George Schieven April 17 2025
obituaries notice George Schieven April 17 2025
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of George Schieven April 17 2025 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
