In memory of

Gerald Schroor

December 6, 1927 - May 6, 2021

SCHROOR, Gerald

Passed away at Lakeridge Health Oshawa on May, 6, 2021 at the age of 93. Predeceased by his wife Irene (nee Bakker). Loving father of George (Karen), Marjorie and Theresa (Dale). Adored Poppa of Nathan (Jen), Matthew (Ally), Mark (Jillian), Aaron, Sean, Caitlyn and Kelsey. Great grandfather of Abby, Lucas, Zachary, Oakley and Ruby. Gerald also leaves behind many nieces and nephews from both Holland and the US. He is predeceased by his parents and his two sisters. Gerald will be forever remembered for his strong work ethic and his love of gardening. The family wish to extend their heartfelt appreciation to the caring and compassionate staff of both Traditions of Durham and Lakeridge Health Oshawa for professionalism shown to Gerald and his family. Due to COVID-19, attendance is limited and masks are mandatory. A funeral service will take place on May 11, 2021 at 1 pm at THORNTON CEMETERY & FUNERAL CENTRE, 1200 Thornton Road North, Oshawa, (South of Taunton Road and off of Dryden Blvd, 905-579-6787). Donations will be gratefully accepted for the Refuge in Oshawa. The funeral will be livestreamed.

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Andy and Joey Buwalda (Friends)

Entered May 9, 2021 from Whitby

Our condolences to his family. May the Holy Spirit sustain you all, and bring precious memories to your minds. Our LORD is the Restorer, Reconciliator and Redeemer, praise be to God!
Gerald's last words to Andy were: "Thanks for praying for me, but remember to give thanks, thanks and more thanks to God ...for everything".

Gudo Rykenberg (Friend)

Entered May 9, 2021 from Oshawa, Ont, Canada

Gerald, Mike, John, Pastor Ron and myself have been members of a Bible study at Hebron for years. We met every Thursday at Hebron, but obviously due to the pandemic haven't for quite a while

Richard and Margaret Vandezande (Friends)

Entered May 9, 2021 from Grimsby ON

Condolences on the passing of Gerald Schroor. While we are happy he is with his Lord, we will miss his friendship. Blessings to you all during this difficult time.

Geert Paulusma (Is my uncle)

Entered May 10, 2021 from Boornbergum Holland

I remember uncle Gerk as a friendly person en he liked to walk a lot and was always on for a chat

John Vandepol (Church friend)

Entered May 10, 2021 from 501-200 Glenhill Dr. S. Whitby,ON

We met Gerald and his wife in church and had some social contact.
We wish the family peace in this difficult time in their lives.
Ingrid and John Vandepol

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