Ankje
One hour prior to funeral  (Monday from 1-2 PM)
A funeral service will be held at MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Ripley, on Monday November 24, 2025 at 2 PM with visitation one hour prior.

Cemetery:
Ripley Cemetery
In Memory of
Ankje "Ann" Groenveld
May 13th, 1932 - November 20th, 2025

Place of Death

Trillium Court, Kincardine

Obituary

With her family by her side Ann (de Vries) Groenveld of Ripley passed away peacefully at Trillium Court, Kincardine on Thursday November 20, 2025 at the age of 93.
Ann will be sadly missed by her children Art (Debbie) Groenveld of Grimsby, Gord Groenveld of Mitchell, Andrew Groenveld of Lucknow, and Anita (Gary) Rutledge of Kincardine. Predeceased by her husband and partner in life Andries "Andy" Groenveld (2023) and her son Stewart Groenveld (2014).

11 grandchildren,16 great grandchildren and one in the oven.

Ann married her sweetheart Andy on February 23, 1955. On March 11, 1955 they departed from Rotterdam, Holland and came to Canada, arriving with only $10 and a couple of suitcases. They worked hard on various farms until they could rent, and eventually buy a farm, first in Brussels and then in Kincardine Ont. One of their biggest farming highlights was on a Sunday afternoon when one of the cows had triplets, which was very rare. After a few moves within the area they made their home at Rosewood Rvilla Retirement Living, Ripley.
Andy and Ann enjoyed 17 winters in Florida with friends where they enjoyed lots of euchre and shuffleboard.

A Funeral service will be held at MacKenzie and McCreath Funeral Home, Ripley,  on Monday November 24, 2025 at 2pm with visitation 1 hour prior.  Interment Ripley Cemetery.

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Message from Brian and Wendy Pollock2025-11-29 09:27:34
Our sincere condolences to all of Ann's Family. She was a lovely lady and we enjoyed her and Andy's friendly smiles and conversations when our Mother's were residents of Rvilla. In our thoughts. Brian and Wendy Pollock.
Message from Aaron & Becky Harding2025-11-24 12:29:43
Anita, Gary & family - We are very sorry to hear of your mom's/grandma's passing. May your memories help you through this time. Our most sincere condolences ♥
Message from June Gilchrist2025-11-24 09:47:13
Sending condolences to all your family. She was a lovely lady and we enjoyed our visits with her. We shall always remember that smile and now she will be joining her dear husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Message from Margaret Thompson and Dona Cove2025-11-23 20:27:52
Deepest sympathy Anita and family in the loss of Ann. She will be missed dearly. Cherish the memories. Marg & Dona
Message from Marla and Ron Chapleau2025-11-23 17:40:23
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you say goodbye to Ann. Hope you all are able to keep your precious memories you have of her alive. Ron and Marla Chapleau
Message from Ralph & Pat Datema2025-11-22 23:28:53
Sending our deepest condolences to you and your families. Your mom and dad were great friends to our parents, Fred & Sally Hellinga. Your parents were a lot of fun, especially your dad. They are now all together again.💕
Message from Linda Atkinson2025-11-22 20:08:48
Our condolences to the Groenveld family, may you find comfort in the fond memories of your mom, Grandmother & Great Grandmother. Jantje Vander Meer, Ken & Linda Atkinson
Message from Annie and Klaas van der Veen2025-11-22 13:30:45
Dear family in Ontario. Our sincere condolences with the passing of your Mother, Tante Ankje. She was my Dads youngest sister. Klaas and Annie
Message from Laurie and Mike Gallant2025-11-22 12:32:52
Anita, Gary and family Our condolences on your loss.
Message from Helen Orr2025-11-21 23:54:14
There will be a party in heaven tonight. Andy and Ann are together again. God bless them! ❤️
Message from Joan Hartwick2025-11-21 23:34:35
Dear Anita, Gary and family, our deepest sympathy to you all on the passing of your beloved mom, grandma and great grandma. Treasure the happy memories you have shared through the years. She is back with your dad, together forever. Sincerely, Joan and Wayne Hartwick
Message from Sheila Dawson2025-11-21 22:06:54
To Ann's family, Sending my condolences to you all. Ann and Andy were friends of my mom, Beatrice Collins, when they all lived in the R-Villa apartments. Mom always enjoyed spending time with them. Hold tight to your memories.
Message from Jenny Sikma2025-11-21 22:06:17
We were so saddened to hear of the loss of Ann. Our deepest condolences from our family to yours. I am glad to have had a chance to bring Mom to see Ann, I enjoyed seeing them reconnect …and remembering fond days. Sending your family, love and strength and wishing you peace and comfort in the days ahead. Tina, Alice & Jenny Sikma
Message from Gayle Hanniman2025-11-21 17:29:46
My deepest sympathy to all of the family, Ann was a lovely lady and always had a smile for everyone she encountered. May the memories of a life well lived comfort you in the days ahead.
Message from Hope & Dale MacCrostie2025-11-21 17:10:25
Dear Anita & Gary all your family Our sincere condolences in the passing of your mom. Your parents were kind hard working couple who instilled family and community values in their children. They will be together again and so proud looking down on all of you. Hold each other close and remember all the good times. Hope & Dale MacCrostie
Message from Marilyn Kummer2025-11-21 16:50:25
Our sincere condolences to Ann’s family. May her memories help you through this sad time. Terry & Marilyn Kummer
Message from Sandy & Marg Pollock2025-11-21 16:42:50
Our condolences to you and your family Anita and Gary. Mom always spoke highly of your mom and dad when she was at R-Villa. Marg Pollock
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