Hansina (Boersma) Otterspoor passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025. She was in her 103rd year. Mom was predeceased by her loving husband Johannes (John) Otterspoor in 1991. Beloved mother of: John (Joby) Otterspoor (predeceased 2022) and Rosalynn Heuer, Berdianna and Andrew Czerwinski, Frank and Joanne Otterspoor.
Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren: Gregory Otterspoor, Melinda Otterspoor and Jon Clark, Daniel and Cylena Czerwinski, Nicholas Czerwinski and Deborah Gillmor, Christopher and Leanne Czerwinski, Erin and Mark Gardner, Tyler Otterspoor and Natalie Reid, Allen and Kimiko Otterspoor and 13 great- grandchildren.
Hansina was born in Utrecht, The Netherlands, in 1921. She served as a Nurse during WWII. She married in 1950. Mom, Dad and Joby (2 years old) immigrated to Canada in 1954.
They first settled in London and later moved to Hamilton. Mom actively supported numerous initiatives of The United Church of Canada and was a devoted member of Binkley United Church and St. Paul’s United, Dundas.
Mom excelled at embroidery and was known by her family as Dr. Stitch. She designed and created many intricate and stunning pieces including banners donated to various churches. Mom was always willing to help. She had a welcoming smile and endless patience. She will be forever loved and truly missed.
Our heartfelt thanks to all the staff at Southlake Residential Village, in Newmarket, for the wonderful care they provided.
Please join us for a Memorial Service at St Paul’s United Church on Saturday July 5th at 1:30 pm, followed by a reception in the church parlour.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to Wesley Urban Ministries (Wesley.ca) would be appreciated.