Arie KNOL

KNOL, Arie - At the Haldimand War Memorial Hospital, Dunnville on Wednesday, August 20, 2008 in his 90th year. Arie Knol beloved husband of Annie (DeBoer) Knol. Predeceased by his brothers, Rein (Holland) Klaas (Dunnville) and by his daughter Elisabeth (Hawaii). Arie is survived by his daughter Gerda Smith (Jim) and their children Sabrina (Marcel) Morgenstern of Thorold, Alexander Smith of Dunnville, sons Mathys (Lillian) of Brantford and Reinout (Maria) and their children Brittany and Jordan of Fonthill. Arie was a passionate husband, father and grandfather. He was a lover of natural beauty within which he claimed his soul soared. With determination he provided a home for his family in Canada and liked nothing better than to admire his property all of which he had formed through his and Annie's hard work. He was an optimist and able to keep a positive attitude even through past illness. A Christmas man delighting and almost unable to keep a secret of the gifts he was going to give to members of his family. He loved the times that family gathered together and his table was complete. Cremation has taken place and a private family celebration of his life will occur at his home. Those wishing to sign the online Book of Condolence may do so at www.jwhartfuneralhome.com (Obituaries page) His return to the Source is assured. 11219092