WILLIAM VAN TOEVER

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WILLIAM VAN TOEVER 1925 - 2015 Peacefully on February 6, 2015, at Riverview Health Centre, William Van Toever passed away at the age of 90 years. He is survived by his son William Craig Van Toever, daughter Audrey (Filipe) Fernandes and grandchild Alicia Fernandes. He also leaves to mourn his passing sister Anne Williams, numerous nieces and nephews and extended family. William was predeceased by his wife Mary, his parents Audrey and Antonie, sister Audrey Letourneau, and nephew Sandy Williams. Born in the Netherlands, William arrived in Canada with his family at the age of 18 months. The next time he would see his birthplace would be in the Second World War with the Winnipeg Rifles/Little Black Devils. Upon his return William worked at the CNR for 44 years until his retirement. He was a devoted family man, married to his love, Mary, for 48 years. He always made time for his children and others he loved. A very spiritual and humble man, William enjoyed life, family, friends, travelling and food. He had a wonderful sense of humour and was fun to be around. The family would like to thank Riverview Health Centre Palliative Care for their wonderful care and support, and those who visited or just had a kind thought or prayer for William. Prayers will be held Wednesday, February 11, at 7:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Funeral Service will be held at St. George Orthodox Church, 121 Harvard Ave. E. at 11:00 a.m. on February 12 with Very Rev. Mirone Klysh officiating. Interment will follow in Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens. If friends so desire, donations may be made to Riverview Health Centre. William will be greatly missed. Cropo Funeral Chapel, 204-586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 12, 2015