John Balkema Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John Balkema of Kitchener, Ontario, who passed away on December 8, 2022, at the age of 62, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Balkema to show support.

He was predeceased by: his sister Janet; and his parents, John and Vera. He is survived by: his children, Amy (Josh) and Andrew; his sisters, Ann (Frank) and Nettie (Todd); and his brother-in-law Kim. He is also survived by his nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

He had a soft spot in his heart for dogs and animals in general and in light of that, donations as an expression of sympathy, made to an animal rescue of your choice in his name would be greatly appreciated.