Friday, October 29, 2021 at 12:00 a.m.
Hoeksema, Thea
We are saddened to announce the peaceful passing of our Mother, Thea Hoeksema, on October 17, 2021 at Lethbridge, Alberta at the age of 96.
We are saddened to announce the peaceful passing of our Mother, Thea Hoeksema, on October 17, 2021 at Lethbridge, Alberta at the age of 96.
Thea was born in Groningen, Holland on March 3, 1925. As a new bride, Thea immigrated to Canada in 1948 with her husband Hedde (Harry) Hoeksema (deceased 1988), settling in the Fort Macleod and Granum areas. Together, they raised their six children: Ari (Kathryn), Edward (Lorraine), Stella (Stephen), Randy, Ethel and Glenn (deceased 1984). Thea is also survived by seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren whom she loved very much, as well as nephews and nieces all over the world.
Thea was predeceased by her parents, four brothers and four sisters.
She was an accomplished homemaker and seamstress and enjoyed keeping herself busy with multiple crocheting, needlepoint and knitting projects. Her family and friends are the beneficiaries of many "Oma" afghans.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking donations be made to the Fort Macleod Handi-bus Society, the Fort Macleod Hospital Auxiliary or a charity of one's choice.
Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at the Granum Christian Reformed Church at 11 am on Friday, October 29, 2021 by invitation only. All current COVID restrictions will be followed.
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Etchka , Sorry for your loss. Your mother was a great woman and I loved her very much. She will be missed by all who came into her life. My condolences to you and your family. RIP, Mrs. Hoeksema (Oma)
so sorry for your loss , to all the family ,Remember her for the mother , Oma and G oma she was
Our deepest sympathy to all of Thea's family.
Our deepest condolences, Ethel, to you and your family. May you find comfort in the many memories of your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care.
Sending heart felt condolences to you Ethel and your family at this difficult time.
My deepest sympathy to you, Ethel and to you family. Your Mom will always be with you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Randy - Taylor and Brady - We are so very sorry for your loss. Know that we are thinking of you . Lots of Love K & B
Our Deepest Sympathy
Dear Ethel, Sending compassion and lifting you and your family in prayer as you navigate through these upcoming days, weeks, months, years. May your heart be filled with comfort and peace. Love, Diana
Our sympathies to the family. I grew up in Fort Macleod and as a friend of Ari's was always welcome in the Hoeksema household. Thea treated me like another son. (The boys always said better than her own children!) Years later when Marilyn and I would return to Macleod, Thea always made us feel welcome in her home. She was a great lady.