Hoogesteger, Maarten

June 18, 1914 – October 5, 2013

 

Maarten passed away peacefully at the age of 99 years. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Maartje, his daughter Elisabeth Struiksma, son in laws, Gene Struiksma and Lawrence Schmid (Mary), four grandchildren, Belinda Schmid (Don Camire), Paul Struiksma (Brenda), Sonya Geatros (Harry), and Shelley Boston (Tim), and seven great grandchildren, Jenna, Kaitlyn and Riley, Shelby, Teghan, and Grace, and Kaeleigh. He was predeceased by his daughter, Hendrika Schmid and two sisters and one brother. Maarten was born in Texel, Holland and immigrated to Canada with his family in 1958. He had resided in Strathmore since 1959, spending the last 2 years in Strathmore Extended Health Care. Maarten was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend to many. He was widely known as ‘Martin the Painter’ for his painting business, and generously shared his sense of humor and joy for living. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, and fishing, music, and travelling with Maartje. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at visitation held at Strathmore United Church on Thursday, October 10th, 2013, from 7:30pm to 9:00pm. Funeral services are to take place Friday, October 11, 2013 at 11 o’clock, at the Strathmore United Church . By request, flowers are gratefully declined and donations may be made to Strathmore Hospital Foundation, 200 Brent Blvd, Strathmore, Alberta T1P 1J9 or the Strathmore United Church Memorial Fund, 410 Fourth Street, Strathmore, Alberta, T1P 1B4. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via the website www.fostersgardenchapel.ca.