HOLKEMA, Peter
June 12, 1955 - March 22, 2026
After a long and courageous fight with cancer, Peter Holkema went home to be with his Lord and Saviour on March 22. Loving husband to Grace, cherished father of Melissa and Greg Nagtegaal, Kristie and Mike Zantingh, Kevin (2022) and Jenn Holkema. Beloved Grandpa to Emma-Grace (David), Megan, Nicholas, Hannah, Jacob, Leisha, Asher and Elise. Peter is also a loved son-in-law (Antje Wynia), brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many. Peter faithfully reflected his love for Jesus to all he encountered - on construction sites where he spent many years painting homes, in his service as a deacon and elder, and even in the hospital, whether in waiting rooms, during dialysis treatments, or from his bed as he was cared for by medical staff. A special thank you to his doctors (St. Joseph's Nephrology, Juravinski Cancer) who cared so well for Peter for the last 7 plus years, as well as the compassionate care he received at the Bob Kemp Hospice.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, March 25, from 2:30 - 4:30 pm and 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Immanuel Christian Reformed Church (61 Mohawk Rd W). Celebration of Life will take place on Thursday, March 26, at 11:00 am at Immanuel Christian Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of your choice