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Van Pelt, Cornelius

CORNELIUS VAN PELT, beloved husband of Lena Van Pelt, of Lethbridge, was called home on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at the age of 86 years.

CORNELIUS VAN PELT, beloved husband of Lena Van Pelt, of Lethbridge, was called home on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at the age of 86 years.

Dad is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lena, his four children, 14 grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren: Debbie Van Pelt of Denver, CO, and her children, Hannah and Noah; David (Christina) Van Pelt of Coaldale, and their children, Martina, Liana, Erica and Isaac; Corlene (Joe) Groenenboom of Kipp, and their children, Tim (Carmen) and Becca (Cole) and their daughter, Ava, Joel (Rieneke) and their children, Sadie and Dean, Rachel, and Aaron (Kaitlyn) and their son, Colton; and Tanya (Ian) Russell of Skiff, and their children, Kennidy, Kourt, and Ty. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his sisters, Terry Wilschut and Audrey Van Dyk, and his brother, Art Van Pelt.

Dad was born on May 4, 1933 in Ridderkerk, The Netherlands. He moved to Canada in 1953 with his parents and siblings, and they settled in the Lethbridge area.

In 1956, Dad met the love of his life—Lena Van Westenbrugge. The couple was married on June 2, 1962. Together, they had four children: Debbie, David, Corlene, and Tanya. Mom & Dad were faithful members of St. Andrew's Church, where Dad felt it was his mission to greet every person that came and make them feel welcome.

Dad was a social networker, and he valued each and every one of his friendships. He could always be found enjoying good conversation over a cup of coffee. He was happiest when he was spending time with his family, reading a book, tending his hives, or working in his woodshop, but there was nothing he loved more than an adventure on the road.

Dad was the most generous man we ever knew, and he always gave more than he had—whether that was time, money, or knowledge.

A Funeral Service will be held at ST. ANDREW'S PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 1818 - 5 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB on Thursday, January 16, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. with Reverend Hugh Jack officiating.

A Private Interment will be held at Archmount Cemetery prior to the service.

In memory of Cornelius, donations may be made to Parkinson Canada at www.parkinson.ca/donate or to Compassion Canada at www.compassion.ca/make-a-donat....

Well done, good and faithful servant. Alles is goed! Alles is goed!

No grief can overshadow the radiance of the future that is for those who put their trust in Jesus . Dave and family. Remembering conversations with Cor, he was always rejoicing and knew he was not his own. His legacy to us is bringing God Glory and Honor. ...

Chris & Lenie Van Eeden Petersman, January 21, 2020

A truly fine person. We are in Arizona and won't be with you at the funeral. Our thoughts will be !

Ellie & Paddy Elliott, January 17, 2020

Lena and family. We were so very sad when we heard of Cor's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cor and Lena were such wonderful friends of our parents, John and Hazel and we have fond memories of visiting with them when we got down to Lethbridge.

Robert & Lynn Grisack, January 17, 2020

Opa van Pelt delivered the best wedding reception prayers I've ever heard. Though we didn't spend a great deal of time together, I admired his sense of humour and dedication to the Lord. May the God of Peace be with you all as you grieve his departure.

Spencer Groenenboom, January 16, 2020

Lena and family Linda and I would like to express our sincere sympathy to you in the loss of your husband and Dad. Your family memories of him will continue to be lasting for all.

Ann Louise Plaxton, January 15, 2020

All the best to the family god will be with you

Eddy Wipf, January 15, 2020

Shocked to see that your father, grandfather, great grandfather has passed away. It has been but a couple of weeks ago that I saw him having coffee with a group of gentlemen at Tim Horton's. Often when I went for coffee, he would come too and always made a point of stopping and saying hello. As you remember, we were neighbors (across the alley) when I lived on 3rd Avenue North. He seemed to be healthy and well---out and about, driving........ Sincere condolences.....he will be missed..... Irene

Irene Yamamoto, January 15, 2020

So sorry to hear of Cor's passing. We hereby extend our condolences to Lena and all the children and grandchildren.

Ed & Marion Gouw, January 14, 2020