Hendrikus LOOMAN

Henk Geradus Looman, known affectionately as “Henk,” was born on April 29, 1927, in Didam, The Netherlands. He grew up on a farm, one of 11 siblings, and endured the hardships of World War II. In 1954, Henk immigrated to Saskatoon, Canada. The following year, his future wife Marie joined him, and they exchanged vows at St. Mary’s Church. Together, they embraced their new home country of Canada. Henk dedicated his working years to the Western Stockyards and the Hog Commission, retiring in 1989. Over the years, he developed a passion for camping, hockey, crib, fishing, and golf. Always the handyman, Henk often found joy in fixing things around the yard and house. Upon retirement, he and Marie embarked on yearly three-month trips to Arizona in their motorhome. Golf became a serious pastime for Henk, playing five days a week until the impressive age of 92. Additionally, he and Marie devoted considerable time to volunteering at their church. Henk leaves behind a loving wife of 68 years, Marie, as well as their children Doreen (Myron) Swityk, Arlene (Pat) Clavelle, Andrew (Kim), and Michael (Cindy). He is also fondly remembered by his 8 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. Preceded in death by his parents and siblings in The Netherlands, Henk’s family expresses deep gratitude for the care he received at Sherbrooke Community Centre and Trinity Manor. A Vigil of Prayer will take place at St. Mary’s Church in Saskatoon on Thursday, November 2 at 7:00 p.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated by Fr. Kevin McGee on Friday, November 3 at 11:00 a.m. at the same church. Memories and condolences can be shared at http://www.westwoodfuneralchapel.com. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Westwood Funeral Chapel (306-653-3434).

Henk Geradus Looman, widely known as “Henk,” was born on April 29, 1927, in Didam, The Netherlands. Growing up on a farm with 10 siblings, he faced the challenges of World War II. In 1954, Henk moved to Saskatoon, Canada, and was soon joined by his future wife Marie, with whom he would share 68 wonderful years of marriage. Their union was sealed at St. Mary’s Church the following year. The couple wholeheartedly embraced their new home in Canada, where Henk spent his working years employed by the Western Stockyards and the Hog Commission before retiring in 1989. Throughout his life, he found pleasure in camping, hockey, crib, fishing, and golf. Known for his resourcefulness, Henk would tirelessly fix things around the yard and house. Post-retirement, he and Marie embarked on yearly trips to Arizona, spending three months there in their motorhome. Furthermore, the couple actively volunteered for their church, exemplifying their unwavering commitment to their faith. Henk’s legacy lives on through his wife Marie and their children Doreen (Myron) Swityk, Arlene (Pat) Clavelle, Andrew (Kim), and Michael (Cindy). Additionally, he is survived by 8 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. Although his parents and siblings in The Netherlands have already passed away, Henk’s family is immensely grateful for the compassionate care he received at Sherbrooke Community Centre and Trinity Manor. A Vigil of Prayer is scheduled to take place on Thursday, November 2, at 7:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church in Saskatoon. Fr. Kevin McGee will then officiate a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 3, at the same church. Memories and condolences can be shared on the website http://www.westwoodfuneralchapel.com. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Westwood Funeral Chapel (306-653-3434).