Shirley Vander Schaaf

My condolences to Shirley's family and close friends. I had the pleasure of curling with Shirley on Friday mornings for a number of years. She was very welcoming to me, (a new and not very accomplished curler), and I appreciated her kindness and encouragement.

Love and prayers to you all at this time. Your mom was a lovely lady that had a wonderful influence on me. She was one of my sunday school teachers and a great mentor. Blessings to you as you reflect on her life and precious memories.

Dear Dave, Donna and family: What a beautiful photo of Shirley. I ( Barb) was on the Pastoral Care Committee at Trinity with Shirley and she always showed such love and concern for the folks that she visited. We were so fortunate to experience her dedication and caring contributions at Trinity. Thinking of you, Barb and Ron

We extend our condolences to Shirley’s family. She was a very special lady - a kind and humble Christian. Cobblestone Church were very blessed to have Pastor Sam and Shirley as an interim ministry. Shirley was a great asset to Pastor Sam and our church. A few of us at our church kept in touch with them and it was such an honor to consider them friends in Christ.

I'm sending my heartfelt condolences to all of the Vander Schaaf family. Keep all your charished memories close your heart. I had the pleasure of meeting Shirley a true gem of a lady, we were a great team. You are truly missed my friend..spread those beautiful wings and soar with the angels.

We are so sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. In this time of sorrow may God Bless and comfort you

Dear David, Donna and family, Sandra and Peter. Wishing you strenght during this time of loss. Know that you are surrounded by love. Sjoukje Shirley will be in our hearts forever. Behind every tear of sorrow is a big smile of good memories!!. Lieve groet; love you.

We wanted to express our deepest sympathy to the family. Our heart goes out to you. Sending healing prayers and comfort during this tough time

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

I had the pleasure of curling with Shirley over the past several years. I will miss her effervescent personality as I am sure will many others. John

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

I was so very sorry to hear of Shirley's passing. She was a good friend . Thinking of the family in your time of sorrow.

We had the absolute pleasure of enjoying Shirley’s positive outlook to life thru her love of curling. Her inner strength, generous heart and kind sense of humour radiated to all she touched. A wonderful woman who will be missed.

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

I made Shirley’s acquaintance through the curling club. Always a pleasure to see her warm smile. My condolences to Shirley’s family.

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Trinity United Church

Heart felt condolences David, Donna, Sandra & Peter. Your mom (Aunt Shirley) holds such a special place in my heart. She will be greatly missed by all. Praying for peace and comfort for you as you lay her to rest & celebrate the life she lived for God. “Well done good & faithful servant.” Much love. Cindy

Sending Love and Prayers to your family and friends. May you hold onto all your wonderful memories forever in your hearts. Love and Peace and Prayers Lynnwood Reformed Church

Dear Dave, Donna and family, please accept my condolences on the loss of your Mom and Oma. May your memories of her bring you comfort in the days ahead.🌹

Dearest Sandra: our hearts go out to you and Peter and the entire extended Vander Schaaf family at this time of loss of your beloved Maman and family matriarch. What a spectacular person she was, that smile so captures her loving, outgoing spirit! She has been a gift to so, so many, and I am grateful for all of the interactions I was blessed to have with her. May floods of cherished memories bring comfort going forward. God’s grace and peace on all of you. Love Anita and Claire Orendi

Our condolences to David, Sandra and families. Shirley was a wonderful neighbour - always warm, caring and thoughtful. She was so proud of all of you and loved to share stories of her grandchildren. She will be missed by many. Bob & Carol

Dear Sandra,David anf family, Hierbij ons medeleven met het overlijden van jullie moeder,onze lieve, zeer betrokken nicht Sjoukje. We bewaren warme herinneringen aan haar bezoeken aan ons in Friesland. In 2017 waren wij op bezoek bij Gerty en daar kwam ook Shirley om ons te ontmoeten! Ze was een familiemens. Veel sterkte gewenst! Warme groet uit Abbega.

Dear family Sjoukje / Shirley in Canada was a special smiling niece. She loved people and family very much. We visit her two times in Canada and that was a pleasure. Her love was very strong. And I hope this give all of you enough power at sadness. Mutch love ! An en Sjoukje Reijenga

Dave, Donna, and family - Our condolences on the passing of your Mother. We both had the pleasure of curling with Shirley at various times over the years. She was a lovely lady and will be missed by many at the West Northumberland Curling Club. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Dave,Donna and family Bob and I were sad to hear of Shirley’s passing. She is in good hands now. Shirley was a beautiful soul and it will be different without her presence around George St. ❤️

To David, Sandra and Family, my condolences on Shirley’s passing. Will always remember the great family times in Maitland. Kindest Regards Henry

David, Sandra and families, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families today and going forward. Your mother was a beautiful person, she always saw the good in life. We remember the Maitland days, good visits and picnics with your parents and friends. Life long friendships. Take care of each other.

We send you our love and prayers at this time as you grieve the loss of a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. We remember Shirley as always smiling and happy, and we are sure that she is smiling now in the presence of her Lord and Saviour. Know that your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Thanks so much for thinking of us. May the Lord and giver of life comfort you all in the certain hope of the resurrection. Will the service be live streamed? Blessings Joe and Coby Veltman

Sorry to hear Shirley has left us. I will always remember how kind she was to my granddaughter Odell. She got a kick out of her, & always made time to talk to her after church at Lynnwood Reformed. Sam & Shirley were both wonderful people, & now they will be re-united in heaven.

To family our deepest condolences. Shirley and Sam were close friends of our family in Brockville. Shirley was a close friend of my mother who would visit her often. We stopped in to see Shirley and Sam a couple of times when they lived in the apartment in Cobourg. After Sam's passing we stopped in several times to visit with Shirley and last fall we had a lovely visit with her at the retirement home. We also kept in touch by telephone a couple of times throughout the year We are sad to hear about her passing as she seemed in such good spirits yet when we last saw her. We will always have found memories in our hearts of Shirley. When my mother passed away 11 years ago Shirley asked if she could say a few words and I will alway remember the kind words she had for my mother. Shirley was such and kind and friendly person. Again our condolences, it is alway hard to loose your mother. Al & Linda

We remember with love and gratitude the years Shirley and Sam served the Lynnwood Reformed Church in Guilderland, NY. They embraced us all with love, entered into our church life with energy and enthusiasm and shared their faith at all times, in everything they did. We consider ourselves so blessed to have known both Shirley and Sam. Our prayers and condolences to all the family. Carol and Mike Lynch

My sincere condolences to the Vander Schaaf family. Shirley was an inspiration to me and I look forward to the day when we will meet again in heaven. Shirley and Sam lived in the parsonage of the Cobblestone Church in Rotterdam, New York where Sam was the interim pastor. May God's loving presence comfort you during this time of loss.

To God be the glory for this wonderful woman! She was truly the helpmate of Sam in so many ministry opportunities. She and Sam served at Fort Plain Reformed Church, Fort Plain NY and paved the way for a blessed future for the congregation and her pastor. I am grateful to have known her. Rest in peace Shirley and rise in glory!

So sorry to hear of Aunt Shirley's passing. She was one of the kindest, sweetest people. Our mother, Trudie , always enjoyed chats with Aunt Shirley when we came for celebrations at my sister's, Dianne VanderSchaaf.

Ah, what a wonderful woman of grace and faith! We savored Sam and Shirley's friendship with us while they were in Schenectady, and their example of love of God and those around them will guide us all in these coming days. Thanks be to God for the gift and life of Shirley!

'Very sorry, Dave, Donna and family, to hear about dear Shirley's passing. She was always pleasant and kind and seemed to face each step with courage and dignity. 'Praying for GOD's comfort to sustain you all at this time.

Please accept my deepest condolences .My mother so looked forward to Shirley’s visit to the Golden Plough.She was such a caring ,pleasant woman and will be missed.

I had the pleasure of curling with Shirley She was a wonderful person and always smiling. I am very sad to hear this. Hold your memories close. Rip Shirley. See you on that big curling rink. Xxoo

Dear David, Donna & family, Sandra and Peter, Please know I have many happy memories of your Mother, "Aunt Shirley" on the "Twynstra Farm" as a little girl many years ago. I'm thinking of you all and sending my love and deepest condolences during this very difficult time of profound loss. 🤍 Julie Ann

Lieve familie, Gecondoleerd met jullie lieve moeder.Ze was altijd heel zorgzaam en behulpzaam als wij in Canada op bezoek waren.Mag het geloof van Sjoukje een steun voor jullie zijn. Sjoerd en Truus.

Rectificatie: Onze mooie herinneringen aan deze lieve nicht en Sam delen we graag. In 1999 woonden Gerrit en ik nog maar net in ons nieuwe huis in Goaiïngea, toen Sam en Sjoukje ons kwamen bezoeken. Het was prachtig weer, we zaten buiten, en ze genoten zichtbaar van het uitzicht. Tien jaar later, in 2009, deed Gerrit mee aan het NK kaatsen 50+ te Sint Nicolaasga. Tot zijn grote verrassing stonden tijdens de wedstrijd ineens Sam en Sjoukje langs de lijn. Gerrit heeft tussen de bedrijven door nog een paar balletjes heen en weer geslagen met Sam, die zich weer direct thuis leek te voelen in die sport.

Dear Sandra, Peter, David, Donna, Troy, Teesha, Sammy (and husbands) and great-grandchildren. You are all in our minds. Special is (was) my binding with Shirley (also with Sam), and your hole family. We wich you in this period a lot strenght. We keep in touch. Klaas an Hotty.

Dear family, Our condolences with the loss of Sjoukje. We are grateful for the memories. Our thoughts are with you all. Wiebren and Sietske

Lieve familie, veel sterkte met het verlies van Sjoukje ….., ik herinner haar als een heel lieve vrouw en nicht. Mijn bezoek aan haar in 2023, samen met Klaas, heb ik als heel bijzonder ervaren, “ I am so grateful”. Bert Vellinga

Familie: veel sterkte toegewenst. Onze mooie herinneringen aan deze lieve nicht en Sam delen we graag. In 1999 woonden Gerrit en ik nog maar net in ons nieuwe huis in Goaiïngea, toen Sam en Sjoukje ons kwamen bezoeken. Het was prachtig weer, we zaten buiten, en ze genoten zichtbaar van het uitzicht. Tien jaar later, in 2009, deed Gerrit mee aan het NK kaatsen 50+ in Sint Nicolaasga. Tot zijn grote verrassing stonden tijdens de wedstrijd ineens Sam en Sjoukje langs de lijn. Gerrit heeft tussen de bedrijven door nog een paar balletjes heen en weer geslagen met Sam, die zich weer direct thuis leek te voelen in die sport.

Dear Family, Shirley was part of our Pastoral Care group at Trinity United Church and had such a deep faith in Jesus Christ in whom are all the promises of God. I will miss her but am happy to know that she is with her Lord experiencing the ultimate reward of her journey of faith. ✝️ 💝 🕊️

Dave, Donna and family . Our condolences on the passing of your Mother. Thinking of you all.

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Trinity United Church - United Future Campaign

We are sending our condolences to Vander Schaaf family. We curled with Shirley and were constantly impressed by her ability and knowledge of the game. She was always positive and competitive, an inspiration to all who knew her. Rest in peace Shirley, your curling family will miss you. 💐

To Shirleys family. Shirley will be missed mightily at Trinity, l so enjoyed our conversations together after church All sympathy to you all. Jacqui

Dear Dave,Donna,Sandra and families. Ralph is a curler and he and Shirley shared many stories about their love of the game. She often said she was as comfortable on the ice as she was on any surface. She was a lovely lady. Sorry we will not be with you Thursday but we will be thinking of you.Hugs.

Losing a parent is one of life’s greatest sorrows, but we must be grateful for the memories we have shared with them. Know that you are in my thoughts and in my prayers during this difficult time. May Aunt Shirley rest in eternal peace💐

Dear Dave & Donna, Sandra & Peter, Troy, Teesha, Drew, Sam & Matthew,we wanted to extend our deepest condolences with the loss of your mother & Beppa. She was a beautiful soul who loved family and God and loved to share that with others. We will miss her lovely smile and gentle presence. All our love Ian & Caroline

Deepest condolences on your tremendous loss to Dave, Donna & your beautiful family. Shirley was dearly loved by all who knew her. Prayers of comfort over your family as you celebrate Shirley's graduation to a much a better place. Love & hugs, Dana & Ian

Our sincere and deepest condolences David and Donna and family and to Sandra and Peter. Aunt Shirley was a kind and caring person and she will be missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Julia and Peter and family.

Dear family, Hierbij willen Petra en ikzelf jullie condoleren met het overlijden van jullie moeder. Jullie moeder is en was een parel in Gods hand. Heel veel sterkte en kracht en we denken aan jullie..

I am so sorry to hear about Shirley's passing. She was such a kind and caring person.. I have so many fond memories of Shirley through the Colborne and West Norhumberland Curling Clubs. Condolences to the family. Audrey and John Woolsey

I adored your mom. Her strong, practical faith guided her life and her love for others. No matter how much we try and prepare ourselves for the inevitable, it doesn’t do much to fill the hole in your heart now that both she and your Dad are together again. Love you.

Dear family, Hierbij willen Petra en ikzelf jullie condoleren met het overlijden van jullie moeder. Jullie moeder is en was een parel in Gods hand. Heel veel sterkte en kracht en we denken aan jullie..

Sincerest condolences to Shirley's family. Shirley was a lovely lady and neighbour who was always offering a helping hand to those who needed some support. Prayers for the family during this difficult time. Rest in Peace Shirley. Margaret and Bernie

Shirley and Sam were such a part of our life.......visited us in Spain and we spent a lot of time together. Rest in peace and condolences to the family......with love Susan

Very sad to hear of Shirley’s passing Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family

My condolences to Shirley's family. I knew Shirley from curling. She really did enjoy that sport. Shirley was always so kind and caring. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Sorry for the loss of your Mom, Grandma and great Granmother!! Steve and Marlene Cole

Our condolences to Dave, Donna and the entire family at this sad time. You have so many good memories of your mom.

Dave, Donna & Family, we are sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. Please know that you will all be in our thoughts and prayers.

Our condolences, Dave, Donna and family. Thinking of you during this time. Enjoy the sharing of memories with one another.