van Wyk- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at the Bluewater Health-Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia on Thursday August 13, 2020. Laura Patricia van Wyk, age 43 years of Corunna. Much loved daughter of Anne van Wyk (Chris Johnston) of Corunna. Cherished sister of Leo van Wyk (Elise Rochefort) of Toronto and Paula van Wyk (Dan Peck) of Windsor. Special sister of Gord, David, Laura and Cory. Laura was a treasured aunt to Juliet and Nicholas. She will be greatly missed by her furry friend-Rae. Numerous aunts, uncles and cousins also survive. Laura was predeceased by; her father, Markus van Wyk (2006) and by her nana, Florence McEvoy (2020). Special thanks is extended to Sarnia/Lambton Community Living, Lambton County Developmental Services, Special Olympics and to all of her support workers for the compassion and care shown to Laura during her time with them. Please remember Laura’s warm hugs whenever you see a rainbow. A private family visitation will be held. A public graveside committal service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday August 17, 2020 at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Port Lambton. As per COVID- 19 protocol please follow social distancing guidelines. In lieu of flowers sympathy may be expressed through memorial donations to the Bluewater Health Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia. Arrangements entrusted to Knight Funeral Home, 588 St. Clair Parkway, Corunna. Messages and condolences may be left online @ www.knightfuneralhome.ca Knight 519-862-2845.
Laura van Wyk
Visitation Information
A private family visitation will be held.
Donations
Bluewater Health Palliative Care Unit, Sarnia
Funeral Date
A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday August 17, 2020 at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Port Lambton.
25 thoughts on “Laura van Wyk”
Anne & family,
Our sincere condolences on Laura's passing. We carry heavy hearts today.
Laura has left us way to soon. We have many great memories and stories about Laura. We will miss her smile the most.
Thinking of you all.
All your friends at Lambton County Developmental Services
Dear Laura and Family,
We will miss you very much , your laughing, kindly and everytime your friendly life , I will never forget.
My first vist in Toronto 1988 is everytime in my heart.
You didn't like spinach. We had a fantastic time together.
I am happy , to saw you last May 2019 by Uncle Piets 80 th Anniversary. You rembered me , and we spend lovely hours togehter.
Sorry about my Bad english , but you unverstand me.
You are always in my heart and never forget. Love your Cousin
Ulrike with Peter
Our sincerest sympathy to Anne, Chris, Leo, Elise, Paula and Dan. She was such a special niece, full of love and kindness. She will be greatly missed, her smile and special hugs. She never forgot anybody’s name. May she Rest In Peace, being reunited with her Dad and Nana. They will be happy to have her near them. Thinking of you all!!
Laura's warm hugs were the highlight of any visit which for me unfortunately were only about once a year. I will miss her dearly. My sincerest condolences to her family.
My thoughts and prayers are with Laura and her family. I always enjoyed going to respite with her over the weekends when we where in together & going to the dances once a month and seeing her. I’ll miss her & her smile.
My condolences to everyone. She was a little comedian that made me laugh so much during my time at Ruth’s and I am going to miss my dancing partner at Ruth’s Place during music. â¤ï¸
So sorry to hear about Laura. I remember her so well from the ballet our girls used to do.
Graham Val and Kirsty Dykes
Sending our deepest sympathies.
Fond memories of Laura at Sunrise Youth Group and the filming of Jewel.
In our thoughts and prayers.
Much love,
Matthew, Christina, Bill & Janet
So very sorry to hear of your loss, thinking of you.
Anne and family,
So sorry for your loss. We will remember Laura’s sweet giggle, her love for rainbows and big hugs. We will remember the times out on the boat and her broad smile when going fast into the wind.
Remember the great memories.
Sincerely,
Linda and Bev
Sending our heartfelt sympathy and keeping you tucked in our prayers
The Lambert Family
formerly from Whitby
Ann and Chris
So sorry to here of Laura's passing. Such a breath of sunshine, Laura always had a smile and very much loved people who came into her life. In this unusual time we will say a prayer for Laura and hope that some of the blessing brings you peace going forward! Thinking of you all…..
Rick and Anne Rule
Anne and Chris and family…
We were saddened to hear of your loss.
May the many years of smiles help you through these times.
Our condolences to you all.
Jim and Heather
Dear Anne, Paula, and Leo,
My love and sympathy to you and your families. Laura was such a beautiful person and I will miss her smile and her warmth that she gave to everyone.
We were very sad to hear of Laura's passing. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers.
Dear Aunt Anne, Chris, Leo, Elise, Julie, Paula, Dan and Nicholas
We want to extend our sincere condolences to all of you. Laura was such a sweet, loving and beautiful person who was a joy to be around. She always remembered everyone and always cared to know how everyone was doing. Her smile and laugh brought a smile to everyone around her. I still remember the final line of my speech that I wrote about her in grade 5. "Laura may never be a doctor or a nurse but she will learn a craft or a trade and give a lot of love." She enjoyed working with children and she certainly gave a lot of love. She taught us all so much about love and acceptance. We will truly miss her. Laura and all of you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love and prayers,
Lisa, Charles Jeremy, Elsa and Alisha
We are saddened by the passing of Laura. Our sincerest sympathies to your family. Thinking of you 💕, love from the Peck family
Dear Paula & Family,Ron & I are deeply saddened by the passing of your sister. Our condolences to your family ; we are sending our prayers.
Dear Anne, Leo, and Paula,
We are so sorry to hear of Laura's passing.
She was an absolutely lovely woman and we remember her so fondly for her love of life, wonderful smile and complete enjoyment of life.
We're keeping you all in our thoughts as you grieve her passing.
Much love,
Pat and Jim Versteegh
Ann & Chris, Our hearts are broken with the hearing of Laura's passing. Please accept sincere condolences from Wendy and myself. Geoff
I am sorry to hear that Laura has passed. She was an amazing person, I met and worked with her at Ruth’s place. She had a smile that could light up the room. I am very sorry for your loss.
Ann & Chris, Our hearts are broken with the hearing of Laura's passing. Please accept sincere condolences from Wendy and myself. Geoff
I am really sorry to hear of Laura's passing. I always have fond memories of her, especially her hugs. She always had a smile on her face. We will all miss her dearly.
I am extremely heart broken to hear the news of my dear friend Laura! Laura will be greatly missed at Ironworks ! She really knew how to light up a room. We shared many laughs that I will cherish. My heart goes out to you all! â¤ï¸
Dear Anne, Paula, and Leo,
My love and sympathy to you and your families. Laura was such a beautiful person and I will miss her smile and her warmth that she gave to everyone.