Ytje Helleman Obituary
We bid farewell to Ytje Helleman of Orillia, Ontario, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 30, 2024. Ytje touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ytje Helleman to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her spouse Siem Helleman; and her daughter Joanne Kiar (Scott). She is survived by: her children, Arnold Helleman (Kathryn), Peter Helleman (Sheilagh), Renee Mostert (Richard) and Paul Helleman (Krista); and her siblings, Jannie (late Kees), Klaas (Aukje), Anneke (Lay), Jetty (Bob) and Henk (Gooike). She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren, her family and friends.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 3rd 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Simcoe Funeral Home (38 James St E, Orillia, ON L3V1L1). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, September 4th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Living Hope Christian Reformed Church (50 Fittons Rd W, Orillia, ON L3V3T9). A burial was held on Wednesday, September 4th 2024 at the St. James Cemetery (320 Coldwater Rd W, Orillia, ON L3V3M1).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society, Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Foundation or to the Mariposa House Hospice would be appreciated by the family.
