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Mathilde Eva Bontje

February 11, 2019

Peacefully, on Monday, February 11, 2019, at the age of 93. Born on May 13, 1925. Beloved wife of the late Bill Bontje (1990). Cherished mother of Deborah Lynch (Mark), Monique Bontje and Paul Bontje (Valerie). Loving grandmother of Carlotta, Madison, Curtis, Christopher, Adam, Bazil and Liam. Predeceased by her beautiful daughter Michelle Massingham (Gary). Thildy had a loving, generous and fun spirit. Her love for life and family shone through everything she did. Her feisty and passionate nature will be deeply missed. A celebration of Thildy’s life will be conducted at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Friday, February 15, 2019 at 3:00 p.m., with visitation one hour prior. Private family inurnment at St. Peter’s Cemetery at a later date. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Thildy are asked to consider the McCormick Care Foundation. 

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Paul and family, sending positive thoughts and prayers.

~ Mike King

(Donated to McCormick Care Foundation)

~ Jane McKeeman

From the staff at Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer Disease Parkwood Hospital, St. Joseph's Health Care we send our sincere condolences to the family of Mrs. Bontje. Monique you and your siblings were wonderful caregivers to your mother. Mathilde would be very proud of you. God Bless you and your families.

~ Kathy

So very sorry for your loss Monique, I only met your mum once and only for a few minutes, but it was so memorable, I remember her warm, friendly beautiful smile, God bless

~ Brian Love

Our deepest condolences for your loss. Your mother will be always in your hearts and may her sould rest in peace!

~ Blanduzia and Claudiu

Debbie, Monique and Paul, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your mother and my aunt Thildy, my father's dear sister. I will always remember her as a calm, gentle, confident and wise woman with a loving nature. Please accept my sincere condolences, your Cousin Mark.

~ Mark Niessner

Debbie, Monique and Paul, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your mother and my aunt Thildy, my father's dear sister. I will always remember her as a calm, gentle, confident and wise woman with a loving nature. Please accept my sincere condolences, your Cousin Mark.

~ Mark Niessner

Debbie, Monique & Paul: I was so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. Even though we haven't been next door neighbours for decades, I still remember her for her kindness and generosity. My father, Karel Vande Wetering and my sister Barbara Giroux, join me in sending sincere condolences for your loss.

~ Doreen O'Brien

Debbie, Monique and Paul, thinking of you all and sending love. My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mum.

~ Jane McKeeman

Deborah, Monique and Paul My sincerest sympathy on the loss of your dear mother. Over many years I have thought so fondly of my elegant and classy sister in-law. I am sure that her later years were filled with the joy of her grandchildren Sincerely Aunt Joanne

~ Joanne Niessner

Sorry for your loss Bontje there's something about a boy and his Mom. Take care brother love from the Carter's

~ Robbie

Monique and family, My deepest condolences to you for the loss of your mother.

~ Jackie Grant

We all lost a good one with the passing of Thildy. The stories of her days as a translator, the heroism of her parents, and her joyful and understanding way of looking at life will be remembered by all those who loved her. There will be some good vintage wine consumed in the celebration of her life! Hugs to Monique and the entire family.

~ David Atwood

So many wonderful childhood memories. Loved you so very much and losing you is truly the loss of one of the best parts of my life. Uncle Bill and Michelle are receiving you with open arms and much love. Till we meet again my beautiful Aunt Rest In Peace my beautiful Aunt Thildy.

~ Lisa Bontje

I feel like I knew her from all of the wonderful (and often hilarious) stories Monique would share with me of her. My condolences to all of you for your loss. May your memories of her shine light on your dark days and may her spirit live on within all of you.

~ Madeline

Monique, Debbie and Paul, so sorry to hear about the loss of your mum, she was a beautiful lady. Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Big hugs

~ Mary Ambrose Love

Thildy was one of a kind! I enjoyed the stories she told and her laugh was contagious. What an amazing person. She will be missed. Condolences to Monique, Deb and Paul. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

~ Jeannine Mather

My heartfelt sympathy, for your family, Valerie. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, as you say goodbye to a loved one. Katherine Sullivan

~ Katherine Sullivan

She was the classiest lady. Loved her LOTSA! I will miss her as everyone surely will!

~ Jay Rovers

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