1926 ~ 2016
Garry Sienema passed away peacefully on September 11, 2016. He was 90 years old.
He is lovingly remembered by his wife Elly and his 5 children Pier (Donna), Henry (Sofie), Ann (Ed), Eelkje, and Jerry (Jennifer). He’s also greatly missed by his grandchildren Melanie (Richard), Henry (Katie), Craig, David, Lola, Angela (Marco), Sheri (Keiko), Connie (Faron), Travis (Cindy), Kevin (Julie), Lucas, Mitchell, Matthew, Michael and Meaghan. Along with his great grandchildren Sarah, Abigail, Grace, Joseph, John, Alisha, Karissa, Dustin and Brooke.
His birth family remained in Holland and so the Boonstra family became his family whom also lovingly remember him along with their many friends. Anyone that met him loved him.
Garry was born in Opende, Netherlands August 14, 1926 and lived next door to whom would be his future bride. At the age of 9 Garry said he was going to marry Elly, she was only 7. His dream came true and they married on January 30, 1946. They remained happily married for over 70 years. They never had a fight.
They settled in Whitemouth in 1958 where they raised their family of 5 children. After retirement they spent many years travelling across Canada and the U.S. Garry loved woodworking, their family home and his yard. He was seldom indoors.
Taking care of “Mother” was the most important thing in his life and he did so to the very end. He also enjoyed walks in the woods where he would connect with God.
A Celebration of his Life will be held Saturday, September 17 at 1:30 p.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel, 1035 Park Avenue E., Beausejour.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in his honour to a children’s charity of your choice.
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Gail Kotowich
So sorry to hear of Garry’s passing, Elly, Pier and Jerry and rest of the family. I always felt very welcome in their home when I visited. Garry was such a gentleman and was always smiling. Rest in Peace Dear Friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Gail
Angela Bell-Bremner
My Opa was an amazing craftier. He could create anything with his loving hands. My memories will live on and have been past down to his great grandchildren. Thank you Opa for being there for me and loving me and getting me out of chaos. Thank you for everything. I am sorry i didn’t go to the funeral but I know you understand. You always went to the garage when something bothered you. I don’t need a funeral to tell me you left. I don’t need to say “see you later” at a funeral. I want to keep my memories.
I love you Opa and thank you for the memories. Until we reunite again.
Your first granddaughter, Angela