Mathys VAN STRAALEN

van STRAALEN, Mathys (Ted), Suddenly, at his residence in RR #3 Wellandport, on Friday, October 10, 2003, Mathys (Ted) Marinus van Straalen, in his 68th year. Beloved husband for 43 years of Maria (nee de Brabander). Loving father of Ron and Laurie van Straalen of Napanee and Carola and Laurence Pyke of Beamsville. Cherished Opa of Derek, Caitlyn, Lauren and Danny. Dear brother of Martina Coolen of Hamilton. Ted will also be missed by his family in Holland and New Zealand and his very good frie nds Gabriel and Brigitte Westermann. Friends may call at the MERRITT FUNERAL HOME, 287 Station Street, Smithville on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held Wednesday, October 15, 2003 at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Cremation will follow. Memorial contributions to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. 10/11/2003- ID2786827 - St. Catharines Standard