Death Notices

VAN DEN DRIESSCHE, Helene Bertha Margaretha (nee de Pestel) 1930 - 2017 – surrounded by her loving family at the Norfolk Hospital Nursing Home, Simcoe on Saturday, April 8th, 2017 in her 87th year.  Beloved wife of the late George Van Den Driessche (2015).  Cherished mother and grandmother of Ethel Janssens (Benoit) of Tillsonburg, their children Jeremy (Jennifer) & Stephanie Janssens;  Veronica Byer (Robert) of Simcoe, their daughter Melissa Byer;  and Ann-Marie Murden (Michael) of Barrie.  Helene will be lovingly remembered by extended family in Belgium.  Friends are invited to share their memories of Helene with her family at the JASON SMITH FUNERAL CHAPEL, 689 Norfolk St. North Simcoe on Thursday, April 20th, 2017 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.  A memorial service will be held in the chapel following visitation at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Fr. Lucio Couto officiating.  Private interment of ashes:  Sacred Heart Cemetery, Langton.  Those wishing to donate in memory of Helene are asked to consider the LaSalette Historic Church and Community Hall.  Personal online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com (519) 426-0199