Tribute Wall
Tuesday
19
July
Visitation
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Kennebecasis Community Funeral Home
152 Pettingill Road
Quispamsis, New Brunswick, Canada
5068492119
Tuesday
19
July
Visitation
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Kennebecasis Community Funeral Home
152 Pettingill Road
Quispamsis, New Brunswick, Canada
5068492119
Wednesday
20
July
Funeral Service
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
St. Andrews Kirk United Church
196 Hammond River Road
Hammond River, New Brunswick, Canada
Burial
St. Andrew's United Kirk Cemetery
196 Hammond River Road
Hammond River, New Brunswick, Canada
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Albert Mullowney posted a condolence
Thursday, September 8, 2022
Donna,sorry to hear of Dirk,s passing,you and the family have my deepest sympathy,just read.the obit,always had thoughts of our friendship.working together many years ago working at the shipyard in port hawksbury NS.even staying at your home in Aulds Cove.We travelled to Germany together on a training course together.He was a great companion.Dirk went on to see his father after our training course and he brought me back a pair of wooden shoes that I still have in my home on display.
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Gary Nilsson posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
So sorry to hear of Dirk's passing, worked many years at S.J.S.L. with Dirk .you havemy deepest condolences .Gary Nilsson
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Yves Lapointe posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
To the family,
My condolences.
I had the pleasure of serving on the KenVal Suites board with Dirk for the past three years. He always was the first to step forward. He made the phone calls, he got the quotes and the answers to the questions we sought on the Board. He truly inspired us all. I am greatful for having known him.
Blessings,
Yves Lapointe
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David and Cindy Keating posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
Dear Donna and family,
We were saddened to hear of Dirk's passing. We know the past year has been difficult as Dirk struggled with health issues. He is now free of pain and suffering. We respected and admired Dirk. The Larooi family made for great neighbours. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family as you deal with this huge loss.
Our sincere sympathies,
David and Cindy Keating
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Mark Hastings posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Dear Donna and Family,
We send you our deepest condolences with the passing of Dirk. Thinking of all of you, with love, Mark and Cathie.
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Will Doyle posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Donna and Family,
Dirk was a true gentlemen. As my boss there was no one more supportive and better to work for/with. He will be missed and I will always remember his kindness!
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Nita Driscoll posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Donna, Lysbeth and William,
I am sorry for your loss and my prayers will.be with you tomorrow and in the days ahead. Donna, you and Dirk were great skating buddies at the arena. I will miss those times.
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Frits Vos posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
Dear Donna, Lysbeth and William&family.
My sincere condolences with the loss of Dirk. It is 33 years ago, that I stayed for several weeks at you home, and got to know Dirk and you. This experience has been a great help in my personal development, and I am still very thankful that Dirk and you took me in as a family member. I have many good memories of Dirk. I wish you a lot of strength to deal with your huge loss.
Hereby, I also give the condolence of Jakob, Ria, Carolina&family and from Ruth.
Frits Vos
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Maurice posted a condolence
Monday, July 18, 2022
I only met you once..
But the meeting and the conversation will stay with me for sure…
Gecondoleerd en heel veel sterkte met dit zware verlies…
Rest in peace…
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Bill and Marlene Whittaker posted a condolence
Monday, July 18, 2022
Donna and Family,
We are sorry to hear of Dirk’s passing. He was truly a special person who led a full life of love, laughter, family, friends and wonderful moments. He will live forever in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
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Fernand and Greta Richard posted a condolence
Monday, July 18, 2022
Our deepest condolences to the family. RIP big fellow.
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Jessica McPhail posted a condolence
Monday, July 18, 2022
Our sincere condolences to Donna, Lys, Will, Sarah, Addy and Arie. Although we only met Dirk a few times, it was a true honor and a privilege. Dirk’s quick wit and charm will surely be missed. He truly made a impact on all of those he met.
The McPhail and Cordingley family
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Donald McCue posted a condolence
Sunday, July 17, 2022
Dirk was a good friend . He was always a great addition to our band Driftwood . He had a great voice and we will miss his voice .
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Seamus and Maureen Donnelly posted a condolence
Sunday, July 17, 2022
Our sincere condolences to Donna and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Seamus and Maureen Donnelly
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Fran and Gerald Jones posted a condolence
Saturday, July 16, 2022
We were so sad to hear of Dirk's passing. We counted a privilege to have met him at last year's reunion and were so impressed by his sense of humour and the peace he had about his cancer journey. We could tell he was a man faith.
May you feel God's comfort and peace, as He continues to walk with you through this dark and lonely valley.
We are covering you with our thoughts and prayers.
Fran and Gerald Jones Petitcodiac N.B.
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Chris & Alexis Vriezen posted a condolence
Saturday, July 16, 2022
Donna: so sorry to hear of Dirks passing.
Always enjoyed his wit, love of motorcycles and passion for helping others.
Please accept our deepest condolence.
Chris & Alexis Vriezen
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Rev. Erik and Dorothy Kraglund posted a condolence
Saturday, July 16, 2022
Dorothy and I were saddened to hear the news of Dirk's passing. We have many fond memories of times spend with Dirk, Donna and family while we were members of St. Andrews Kirk United and while I served as a lay minister there. We sang in the choir choir with them and enjoyed our coffee time with them at Tim's after choir practice.
Two events come to mind.
Firstly, we agreed to drive he and Donna to Moncton to catch a plane to visit family in Alberta. Knowing Dirk, I asked if he left his blackberry at home so he could enjoy a full vacation. He did not and I offered to take care of it for him while he was away. He would not surrender it to me. I often teased him about permanently attaching same to his ear!
The second event took place when I was conducting a worship service at St. Andrews Kirk. In my preparation, I remembered that Dirk would be seated at his regular post in the choir loft. I also remembered in my message preparation that Dirk had been a hockey coach. The theme of my message was putting on "The whole armour of God". I decided to illustrate the message by using the hockey uniform as an example. After introducing my sermon, I turned around, looked at Dirk and asked him the following question: "What is the most important part of the hockey equipment?" He quickly responded in a loud voice: "THE CUP"! The congregation laughed with great enthusiasm.
Dorothy and I send our heartfelt condolences to Donna and family. Dirk will certainly be missed by his church family.
Love and Blessings,
Rev. Erik and Dorothy Kraglund
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Cathy Snow posted a condolence
Friday, July 15, 2022
Our condolences to the Larooi family at this sad time.
Cathy & Geoff Snow
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Glynn Williams posted a condolence
Friday, July 15, 2022
Judy and I are so sorry for your loss. Dirk was a great friend and a wonderful fellow to share boards, committees and BBQ chores with. I'll miss him.
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Brenda Brady posted a condolence
Friday, July 15, 2022
Condolences to Donna, Lysbeth and William. Dirk seemed to effortlessly have the big picture of how to improve a business and make it happen. He also had the welfare of the employees foremost. He loved his family and his faith was important to him. His enthusiasm was contagious. I am so glad to have been able to work at STENPRO and Shelburne Ship Repair when he was the manager.
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Andrew Hamilton MBE posted a condolence
Friday, July 15, 2022
May God be with the family at this sad time.
Remember Dirk fondly for making a great contribution to the success of the Canadian Frigate Programme.
Andrew Hamilton MBE
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Paul and Sandra Gillcrist posted a condolence
Friday, July 15, 2022
We are saddened to hear of Dirk's Passing. I had the pleasure of working with Dirk At the Shipyard, Fleetway and CFM. He was caring and supportive Boss who's door was always open. Condolences to the Family.
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Roderick Malcolm posted a condolence
Friday, July 15, 2022
My sincere condolences to all of the family. Dirk's boundless enthusiasm, constant energy and larger than life personality will be sorely missed by all his former colleagues. The fortitude he showed during his recent illness was an inspiration to all the members of the monthly breakfast club and his passing has left a big hole in our little group.
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Danny & Rose Dobson posted a condolence
Friday, July 15, 2022
Donna.....please accept Rose and my sincere condolences on Dirk's passing. Dirk took on his diagnosis as he did everything else....head on and move forward with what your dealing with. Dirk was the most intelligent person I have ever encountered and I was always appreciative of his point of view and he was always at the ready to give it .Great memories of the Hockey days when he got George and I involved with the Juvenile Hockey Teams.....he will be missed by many. A true friend...a great man.
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Cheryl Broome posted a condolence
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Donna and family, so sorry to hear of Dirk’s passing. He was a very interesting man to sit and talk with. Let your memories help you through the difficult times ahead
CherylBroome.
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Stephan Martens posted a condolence
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Dirk, we are going to miss you a lot, a great friend always ready to help a hand.
Thank you for all your knowledgeable advice thru out our life here in Canada.
My Condolences to Donna, Lysbeth Will and the rest of the Family.
Rest in peace my friend.
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Kathaleen Henderson posted a condolence
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Our condolences to Donna, Lysbeth, Will and Sarah and Addy and Arie. We will miss Dirk. He was always so kind and friendly. Such a privilege to have known him.
Ron and Kathy Henderson
Leduc County
Alberta
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Greg Collins posted a condolence
Thursday, July 14, 2022
On behalf of the Collins Family and staff our deepest condolences to all families and friends. I enjoyed Dirks humour and integrity and we will miss him. Rest easy Dirk.
Greg Collins
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Maggie O'Hara posted a condolence
Thursday, July 14, 2022
So very saddened to know that Dirk has passed away, I will always remember him with a smile for his stories his magnetic smile and his dedication to our church he was a truly gifted person who will be missed by so many condolences to the family
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Audrey Crouse posted a condolence
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Donna and family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this stressful rime.
Dirk will definitely be missed by his church family plus his many friends.
Dirk was always full of stories and never afraid to express his opinions!!!
We had many laughs and good times in the choir. I wonder how long it will take him to be asking the heavenly choir director "can you go over that section again?"
Thank you Dirk for all you did for the many committees you were a part of. We will miss your knowledge and leadership.
We will all miss you.
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Tammy Boyer posted a condolence
Thursday, July 14, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dirk will be missed. His smile and humor was the best. He will be remembered as a great man for sure.
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S larooi posted a condolence
Thursday, July 14, 2022
Hallo Donna, Lysbeth, William, Sarah en kleinkinderen.
Gecondoleerd met het overlijden van Dirk, pappa en opa. Heel veel sterkte gewenst. Ondanks de afstand zullen we hem ontzettend missen en we leven met jullie mee.
Sjoerd en Rennie.
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