It is with an extremely heavy heart that Maria announces the sudden passing of her beloved husband, Johannes ‘John’ Petrus Sprenkels. He passed away at his home near Bow Island on Sunday, October 10, 2021, at the age of 62 years. John will be lovingly remembered by his children, Chalana (Dwayne), Samantha (Justin) and Darian; grandson, Reagan; mother, Toos Dingenout-Sprenkels; siblings, Mary Jacob-Sprenkels, Peter Jacobs and Peter Sprenkels and their families; mother-in-law: Jeanne (Sjan) van den Broek as well as his sister-in-law, Elsa de Craen and her family. John was predeceased by his father, Theo Sprenkels and his father-in-law, Cornelius van den Broek. John was born and raised in the Netherlands. He married Maria van den Broek on January 22, 1982, moving to Canada in May that same year. Canada was his home. John’s interests included watching Nascar and listening to music. One of his greatest achievements was being involved in the set up of the Blues at the Bow. John took pride in his work around the community and for Alberta Parks. He valued all of his customers and was eager to give a helping hand when needed. Living on his acreage was one of John’s greatest joys as he was an avid outdoorsman. But most of all, his family was his biggest pride as they were very important to him. A Celebration of John’s life will be held at the Golden Age Centre, 206 - 5 Avenue East, Bow Island on Saturday, July 16, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the SPCA or to the Bow Island and District Health Foundation. Cheques must be made out to the Bow Island and District Health Foundation Bag 3990, Bow Island, AB., T0K 0G0.
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Darren & Alanna Johnson:
Oct 14, 2021 at 02:08 PM
Maria & family
Sorry to hear of John’s passing, may your memories bring you comfort.
Lorraine Smith:
Oct 14, 2021 at 03:43 PM
Maria, Darian, Chalana and Samantha; we are so sorry for your loss of such a wonderful husband, father and grandpa. John was always kind and I had just recently had a good visit with him when he was putting up some tile in my kitchen. We caught up on each other’s family and he was very encouraging to me. I am without words and I hurt for you. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers for many days to come. 🙏❤️
Denise Johnson:
Oct 14, 2021 at 10:52 PM
Maria & family, I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. Sending you my thoughts and prayers.
Christine Wiiliams Bastiaansen:
Oct 15, 2021 at 01:17 PM
Dear Maria, Chalana, Samantha, and Darian,
My Sincerest Condolences to you and your Family upon this shocking news of John's passing. He was such a really great guy, you have so many memories to warm your hearts in the days going forward.
Pray God keep you close and bring comfort to you. 🙏💐🌷
Love, Chris
Darcy Janzen:
Oct 15, 2021 at 04:24 PM
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. John was such an awesome guy. I loved working with him, we had some great chats and he was always willing to do whatever we asked, with a willing and friendly demeanour. I will miss him dearly.
Juanita and Lorne Schlachter:
Oct 15, 2021 at 11:25 PM
Maria, Chalana, Samantha and Darian,
We are so very sorry to hear of John’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lyle & Bonne' Tuchscherer:
Oct 16, 2021 at 12:53 AM
Maria and family so sorry to hear of John's passing. Our deepest sympathy to all of you, may your loving, fond memories comfort you during this most difficult time.
Lyle & Bonne' Tuchscherer
Diane Bastiaansen:
Oct 16, 2021 at 05:41 PM
Dear Maria and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. John will be remembered fondly by all who knew him. Praying for God's all-encompassing peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Kathryn Van Dorp:
Oct 16, 2021 at 10:54 PM
To Maria and Family. I am so very sad to hear that John has passed. He was always available to lend a hand and we always had great visits. He will be missed.
Kathy Nixdorf:
Oct 17, 2021 at 07:57 PM
Maria and family, my heart goes out to you in the loss of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. I know only too well how difficult it is to lose your life’s partner. May the wonderful memories you shared come to you often and offer comfort in the days to come.
Linda Fairley:
Oct 18, 2021 at 12:38 PM
Very sorry to hear of John's sudden passing. My condolences to you at this sad time.
Stuart and Cathy Murray:
Oct 19, 2021 at 03:00 PM
Maria and family - we are so sorry to read about John's passing. Maria, I know he was your partner and your rock through everything. He will always be your best friend. Please know that we are thinking about you and your family at this time. May your memories keep him close to you all. Stuart and Cathy
John and Jana Prins:
Oct 20, 2021 at 09:22 PM
Our deepest condolences to your family! He was a good man!
Anja smulders:
Oct 21, 2021 at 12:54 PM
Maria en familie
Gecondoleerd met dit grote verlies..heel veel sterkte namens onze familie
Rini van Rijsbergen:
Oct 21, 2021 at 01:00 PM
We wish you all the strength and our thoughts are whit you.
I remember him as a friend when we were young.
Sometimes there was contact en we talked about music.
A great loss
Elsa De Craen:
Oct 21, 2021 at 01:17 PM
Dear Maria, Chalana and Dwayne and grandson Reagan, Samantha and Justin, and Darian. This loss, totally unexpected, words to give you strenght, in this hard time, aren t easy to give, overwhelmed with emotions too, across the big oceaan, but the distance will not be able to separate use, or the love we will have for each other and I will be there for you, always.
Loving sister Elsa, from Holland
Silvia Embregts:
Oct 21, 2021 at 01:48 PM
Schrik van dit bericht Maria en familie, ik wens jullie heel veel sterkte in deze vreselijke moeilijke tijd, hoop dat jullie alle kracht mogen vinden om door te gaan, lieve groet vanuit Nederland.
Silvia Embregts.
Jake and Ria Schutter:
Oct 21, 2021 at 05:24 PM
Dear Maria and Family,
We are saddened to hear about John’s passing. Extending our sincere condolences to you and your Family. Wishing you much strength and comfort during this very difficult time and in the months ahead.
Jake and Ria Schutter
Peter en Mary Jacobs-Sprenkels:
Oct 22, 2021 at 08:07 AM
Dear Maria, Chalana, Dwayne and Reagan, Samantha and Justin, Darian.
So suddenly, so abruptly torn from our lives. Not being able to say goodbye. Not being able to hear his voice and laughter, not being able to see his face in real life or on FaceTime.
We still cannot believe it. Even though you live on the other side of the ocean, not a day goes by that I don't think of my brother Johan and you all. We sympathise with you and wish you much strength in coping with this great loss. Don't forget that we will always be there for you.
Much love from your sister-in-law / aunt Mary and brother-in-law / uncle Peter from the Netherlands.
James mason:
Oct 22, 2021 at 10:31 AM
So sorry to your family. I remember John very well. He was a good man and will be missed by many. He went way too soon. I'm still in shock. Please let me know if you need anything.
Brad and Kelly McNeely:
Oct 22, 2021 at 01:55 PM
Dear Maria, Chalana, Dwayne and Reagan, Sam and Justin, and Darian. Our hearts are heavy for you in the loss of John. It's hard to believe he is gone, taken far too early. He was such a fine man, always kind and helpful. We enjoyed his company and will greatly miss him at our family get togethers. Hope your wonderful memories of him help you through this time. Always sending much love to you all.
Janelle Adams:
Oct 22, 2021 at 04:29 PM
Maria and family, my heart breaks for you. John was a wonderful man with a wicked sense of humor. He will be missed not only by you and his family, but the entire community.
Jean and Greg Miller:
Oct 22, 2021 at 06:39 PM
Maria and family,
Sending our deepest sympathies for the loss of John.
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family!
Greg and Jean Miller
Amanda and Collin Doell:
Oct 22, 2021 at 10:06 PM
Maria, Chalana, Sammy, and Darian,
We are so sorry to hear of John’s passing, he will be so dearly missed. May all of the wonderful memories you have together bring you comfort today and always. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Collin and Amanda Doell
Dale, Darla Hurt & family:
Oct 22, 2021 at 10:07 PM
Maria and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. John was a wonderful man, and he will be greatly missed by all that new him.
Dale, Darla & family.
John Vanderheiden:
Oct 23, 2021 at 01:32 AM
Maria please accept our condolences to you and your family for your loss, we are saddened with the news and he will be greatly missed. Please let me know if there is anything we can do for you.
Charles & Rolanda v Beek:
Oct 23, 2021 at 08:26 AM
Beste Maria en familie. Wij wensen jullie veel sterkte toe in deze toch al zware tijden met het plotselinge verlies van je man en jullie vader Johan.
Charles & Rolanda
John & Shawna Crooymans Family:
Oct 23, 2021 at 10:51 AM
Maria, Chalana, Samantha, Darian & families.
We are so sorry for your loss of John. Such a wonderful man. We had many good laughs as John had a hand constructing most every building on my farm.
Your loss is great but we hope your many memories and the prayers of friends will guide you through.
Tom & Coreen:
Oct 23, 2021 at 02:36 PM
Maria & Family..our heart aches for you with the sudden passing of your dear hubby and father. John was such a willing worker and volunteer. His smile and quiet humour will be missed. May the prayers and support of others help this hurt. Hugs💕
Doug and Carol Knapik:
Oct 23, 2021 at 07:26 PM
Maria and family. We were so sorry to hear of John’s passing. He was a great man. A good friend,and a very good tradesman I never had to worry about one job he did for me.He always did everything with perfection. He will be greatly missed by all.
Theo and Regina:
Oct 26, 2021 at 10:18 AM
Maria and Family:
We are very sorry to hear about John.
With sympathy from
Theo and Regina Krooshoop
Lindsay and Nancy Nelson:
Nov 01, 2021 at 10:02 AM
Maria and Family
We're so saddened to hear of your loss. We've known John for a very long time and he will be sincerely missed. We will be thinking of you and your family during these difficult times.
Marg VanderSpruit:
Nov 07, 2021 at 11:52 PM
Oh Maria and family... I am so sorry to hear about John! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time!