GEORGE JASPER VANDERZALM
It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of George Vanderzalm on Sunday, December 26, 2021 at the age of 89 years, at Extendicare Tuxedo Villa.
George will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 58 years, Gerry; sons, Rod (Andrea), Steve (Leanna); grandchildren Byron, Ryan, Sarah and Larissa.
George was born and raised in Wassenaar, The Netherlands and immigrated to Canada in 1954. He married Gerry in 1963 and they raised their family in St. Vital. He worked most of his life at Modern Dairies as a salesman. George loved gardening and woodworking, creating beautiful furniture for his family from china cabinets to bedroom suites. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
In keeping with George’s wishes, cremation has taken place and now that we can all gather again, a funeral mass celebrating his life will be held on Friday, May 20, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. in Christ the King Church, 847 St. Mary’s Road.
E.J. Coutu & Co. Funeral Directors
204-253-5086