Hank Meyer

MEYER, Hendrik Oliver (“Hank”) – Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at William Osler Hospital at the age of 87. Survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Betty (nee Burns), his two sons, Stephen and Andrew (Karen), four grandchildren, Kristen (Chris Creamer), Elin(Ray Dignard), Victoria and Hank (Hendrik III) and three great-grandchildren, Oliver, Eveyln and Rosaleigh. Hank is predeceased by his parents Hendrik Meijer and Cornelia de Jongh as well as his sister Cora (Gord Mara).

Born to Dutch immigrants in Islington on November 22, 1929, Hank was a proud Brampton resident for almost a century and was passionately dedicated to his community and to his family.

Hank was a life member of the Brampton Lions Club serving three terms as President. He was the proud recipient of both the Helen Keller Fellowship, given to those who have distinguished themselves on behalf of sight and a Long Term Service award from The City of Brampton. He was also heavily involved in Scouting during its early years in Brampton.

All of us will miss him greatly. He will always be remembered for his calm personality, warm smile, sense of humour, love of singing and always being there for everyone around him.

Friends and family are invited to a visitation at Ward Funeral Home, 52 Main Street South in Brampton, Saturday April 1st, from 2-6 pm. A private cremation and service has taken place. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or The Canadian Cancer Society.