In Memory Of

Pearl Vandervies

Apr 12, 1934 - Feb 6, 2025

Service

Saturday, February 15, 2025
11:30 am
First Christian Reformed Church, Rocky Mountain House, Alberta
1 Km South of Rocky Mountain House on Hwy 11

Notice

Donations may be made to West Country Family Services, Rocky Mountain House, AB

Obituary

With heavy hearts we announce Pearl Vandervies passed away peaceful at the Rocky Mountain House Health Center on February 6, 2025.
Pearl was born April 12, 1934, at Hendrik Ido Ambacht in Holland.
She came to Canada with her parents and siblings in 1949. They settled in Iron Springs, Alberta to work in the sugar beet fields. Shortly after the family moved to Sundre, Alberta where she met her future husband, Chris Vandervies. Pearl and Chris were married in 1956. They worked together in lumber camps before moving to Rocky Mountain House. Farming came naturally for Pearl and Chris first in the Dovercourt Area and then to the Taimi Area.

Pearl enjoyed animals of all kinds, gardening, knitting, baking and reading.
Her faith in her Saviour Jesus was an important part of her life. She enjoyed reading her Bible, praying for her family. She was involved in her church when she was able. Pearl enjoyed being part of the Friendship Class and singing in the choir.
Pearl was a grateful and caring mom who loved her family deeply. She enjoyed every moment of spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

Pearl is lovingly remembered by her children Margaret (Ray) Coderre, Sylvia Bodnar, Ken Vandervies. Her grandchildren Richard (Allison), Heather (Dominic), Dena (AJ), Calvin (Emma); great grandchildren Triston, Aurora, Layke, Oakley, Rayne, Felix, Bastion.
Predeceased by her husband,two brothers, two nephews, and her son-in-law, along with numerous-in- laws.

Donations may be made to West Country Family Services, Rocky Mountain House, AB
Condolences may be forwarded to www.rockyfuneralhome.ca.
Rocky and Sylvan Lake Funeral Homes and Crematorium, your Golden Rule Funeral Homes, en-trusted with the arrangements.

Condolences

Rick and Bev Emmons (Wymenga):

Our condolences to the Vandervies family in the passing of your dear mother.
I will always remember fondly your mom and dad visiting my parents at the farm and playing cards as well as the visits at your parents farm with your dad reading the bible at suppertime.
Your mom was such a hard working woman, always smiling, never complaining.
I remember her also baking literally buckets of cookies for the hard working men in her life.
May all your wonderful memories of your mother sustain you until you meet again.
You are in are thoughts and prayers.

Don and Darlene Jackson :

We are so very sorry to hear of Pearl’s passing. She was a true matriarch of her family. Having a meal at her table was truly amazing. Her motto being “When you work hard you have to eat lots “. Meeting her in Sobeys was always a pleasure. Rest in peace with Chris.

John and Rose Salomons :

Our condolences to Margaret, Sylvia and Ken and families on Pearl’s passing.
We have wonderful memories of her and her kindness and sweet smile.

Sietske meijer de jong:

I am very sorry for this enormous loss.
Big hug sietske

Brenda, Klaas & Fenne:

We’re sorry to hear this sad news. She was such a wonderful and special person.

We are thinking about you all.

Sherri Carpentier and Rob Stewart:

Dear Margaret and Ray and family, I’m so very sorry to see this. It’s so difficult to lose your Mom. You are on our minds. Some day you will think of your Mom and all those special memories will make you smile. Right now it hurts. Hopefully knowing others care is comforting for you. We will be in touch soon.

Laurie Herold:

Condolences to the Vandervies family. Pearl was a hard working lady. May she rest in peace. I will miss our visits.

Elaine Beach Gusek:

Condolences to you Marg, Sylvia and Ken and families. Pearl was such a hard working lady. Always a friendly hello and a smile on her face. She was a great neighbor. Pearl will be missed.

Trudy:

Your mom was a great person. She had a great smile and a positive attitude. It was an honour to visit with her at the hospital. Sending you all lots of love and prayers.

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