PIETER VAN DYKEN
JULY 5, 1930 – JANUARY 15, 2021
Peacefully, with family by his side, Pieter Van Dyken embarked on his last eternal nature walk of life on Friday, January 15, 2021, at the age of 90 years. Beloved husband of the late Trientje “Tina” Van Dyken (nee Lindeman). Proud father of John and Donna Van Dyken of Tillsonburg and Grant and Karen Van Dyken of Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. Cherished Grandfather of Ian Van Dyken, Colin Van Dyken, Sarah (TK) Chalk, Rachel (Ben) Chalk and Emily (Jon) Ohshimo. Great Grandfather to Marshall, Abigail, Finn and Topanga. Dear brother of Jacob Van Dyken of Uithuizen, Netherlands and Uncle to Karen (Jaap) Bultena. Predeceased by his parents Jacob and Karonline (nee VanderMuil) Van Dyken and his sister in law Alie Van Dyken. Pieter was an avid wood carver and did immaculate work with stained glass. He loved walking through Participark and enjoyed being in nature. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life in memory of Pieter will be held at a later date. Memorial donations payable by cheque to the Diabetes Association may be made by contacting Ostrander’s Funeral Home, 43 Bidwell Street, Tillsonburg (519-842-5221) who have been entrusted with the arrangements.