Van Ryn, John

On Thursday, May 1, 2025, the Lord called home to Himself, His child, John Van Ryn in his 84th year.  John peacefully passed away at his home in Grimsby.  Beloved husband of Liz (nee Colyn) for 60 years. Loving Dad of Susan Devries (Steve), Jim Van Ryn (Sherri), Judy Van Ryn and John Van Ryn (Crystal). Cherished Grandpa of Ashley, Stephanie (Matt), Kaitlin (Mitch), Nick (Jasmin), Zachary (Jamie), Hannah, Levi, Hazel and Abel. Opa of Emberly, Jack, Mckenna, Aiden, Savannah and Sadie and new baby Van Ryn on the way.

 

Predeceased by his parents, Hendrik Bos and Geertje Van Rijn, his loving grandparents, who raised him, Cornelis and Johanna Van Rijn, and Uncle Bob (Ineke). Also, dear parents-in-law William and Ann Colyn and brother-in-law Bert.  Survived by brothers and sisters-in-law Tini (Frank) and Bill (Alida).  John is also remembered by his extended family in Canada and The Netherlands.

 

John loved farming, old cars, music, recounting history, and cared deeply about his family and friends.  He invested in personal relationships and readily shared his faith and hope in Jesus until the very end.

 

Visitation at STONEHOUSE-WHITCOMB FUNERAL HOME, 11 Mountain Street, GRIMSBY (905-945-2755) on Wednesday May 7, 2025 from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Private interment at Grimsby Mountain Cemetery. Funeral service will take place at Mountainview Christian Reformed Church, 290 Main Street East on Thursday May 8, 2025 at 11 a.m. If desired, memorial contributions to The Grimsby Benevolent Fund would be sincerely appreciated by the family.