Gerrit Thys Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Gerrit Thys (Edmonton, Alberta), who passed away on June 4, 2024, at the age of 87, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Otto Thijs and Jantje Thijs; his siblings, Lena, Ruby, Remmy, Klaas, Roelof and Remmelt; his grandson Sean; and his daughter-in-law Joanne.

He is survived by: his wife Wilma; his children, Lorraine (Jonathan), Harold and Janice (Darvin); and his grandchildren, Landon (Rebecca), Melanie, Katrina, Jaxson, Brooklynn and Nathan. He is also survived by numerous extended family and friends.

Memorial donations may be made to Emmanuel Home, The Canadian Cancer Society, or to a charity of one's choice.