In memory of

Mikaila Janine Straatsma

November 5, 1994 - June 19, 2025

It is with immeasurable grief that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, Mikaila Janine Straatsma, who died tragically on June 17, 2025, at the age of 30.
Mikaila vividly expressed many artistic talents from her singing, music composition, and painting. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and completed a Paralegal Graduate Certificate.
We shall greatly miss her keen wit and laughter and keep memories of her alive forever in our hearts.
She is survived by her parents, Pamela and Ron, her brother Reuben, and his partner, Kevin.
A Visitation to honour Mikaila’s life will be held on Sunday July 6th from 1-1:30 pm followed by a Service at 1:30 pm at Pine Hills Funeral Centre, 625 Birchmount Road, Toronto.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations in Mikaila’s memory to a cause such as Covenant House Toronto or CAMH: The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health.

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Fred & Jennie Schuld (Grandparents)

Entered June 29, 2025 from Edmonton, Alberta

She is remembered as a talented and creative person in her music. She excelled in competitive events. She was certainly a prodigy and we loved her so much.

Harry and Denise Bekkering (Great Aunt and Uncle..)

Entered June 30, 2025 from Calgary Alberta

Tragic loss and words cannot express our feelings and condolences...We have the knowledge that she was loved by her family ..Her last words to me was a cheerful request to say "good bye to mom" and I said love you Mikaela and she said love you too.. May everyone have the comfort with all the difficulties her last words to family was love you too...Goodbye Mikaela till we meet again...

Rachel (Best Friend)

Entered July 2, 2025 from Hamilton

Mikki was a brilliant light — funny, fiercely creative, and deeply compassionate. A gifted artist and musician, she brought beauty and laughter into every space she entered. She lifted others up with her strength, kindness, and fearless spirit. She will be loved, missed, and remembered always. Thanks for holding my hand through all my piercings — and through everything else. I'll miss you more than I can ever express.

Rhys Law (Friend)

Entered July 3, 2025 from Stoney Creek, ON

With a heavy heart I give my condolences to Pam, Reuben, and Ron over the loss of Mikki. It's truly a loss no one could understand. Mikkis was a good friend if mine. She was a fiery passionate person with a big heart. I've seen her grow and progress with her music over the years and I'm so thankful to her for wanting me to be apart and helping her with her passion. I listen to her music with fond memories. 17 years of friendship seems like a long time and yet not nearly enough. I miss you mik, I wish we had more time.

Simon Bekkering (Great Uncle)

Entered July 4, 2025 from Calgary

Wishing the family some measure of peace and strength as you deal with this tragedy and difficult journey especially the days ahead. Know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers especially this coming Sunday as you grieve, remember and celebrate the life of Mikaila. Much love from Uncle Simon and Auntie Joanne

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