Erika Ganderup (nee Becker)
A Funeral Service will be held from MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Lucknow, on Saturday November 2, 2024 at 1 PM

Cemetery:
Greenhill Cemetery, Lucknow
In Memory of
Erika Ganderup (nee Becker)
February 15th, 1943 - October 28th, 2024

Place of Death

At her Lucknow residence

Obituary

Erika Ganderup, beloved wife of the late Evald Ganderup, of Lucknow and formerly of Ridgetown, passed away suddenly at her residence on Monday October 28, 2024 at the age of 81.  She was born in Germany on February 15, 1943, daughter of the late Katherine (Wohlfarhrt) and Fritz Becker.  Evald and Erika farmed in Orford Township for almost 20 years.  Greatly missed by her children Billy (Christine) Ganderup of Chatham and Lisa (Darryl) Gibson of Lucknow, grandchildren Brittany, Justin, Jordan, Cole, Erika and Brody and great grandson Laith.  Also survived by siblings Kurt (Faye) Becker of Hamilton, Uve Becker of Elliot Lake and Rita (Odd) Wilhelmsen of Dresden and several nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by sister Marg (Gilbert) DeJong and brothers Herman and Irwin.  A Funeral Service will be held from MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Lucknow on Saturday November 2, 2024 at 1 PM with Marilynne Gilchrist officiating.  Interment Greenhill Cemetery, Lucknow. 

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Message from Maureen and John DeBruyn2024-11-05 18:55:30
Our deepest sympathies to Lisa and Darryl and your family! May you many memories help you through the coming days
Message from Carol St Pierre2024-11-02 08:39:17
So sorry to hear about Erika. Our heartfelt sympathy to all of you. She sure loved to have fun in her younger years. She always made us laugh too. The best was when we use to play cards and she would harass Mike. lol. May she Rest in Peace. Hugs to all of you. Xoxoxoxo
Message from Dean Galbraith2024-11-01 21:20:57
I am very sorry for your loss of a lovely lady. I had a lot of fun working with your mom I am going to miss talking to her
Message from Donna and Lawrence Clark 2024-11-01 15:26:59
Our deepest sympathies to your family.
Message from Donna and Lawrence Clark 2024-11-01 14:50:12
Our deepest sympathies to your family.
Message from Donna and Lawrence Clark 2024-10-31 16:32:31
Our deepest sympathies to your family.
Message from Malene Ganderup Bendtsen 2024-10-31 13:08:02
We are so sorry for your loss – Erica will be deeply missed. She was such a wonderful and lovely person! Thank you for all the laughter and the good times ❤️
Message from Mark Becker2024-10-31 09:30:35
Please accept my sincere condolences to the entire family at this sad time. I first met Ericka and Evald at Our Ponderosa many years ago when I camped at the park. I was quite surprised and curious after chatting with her that her maiden name was Becker. We had a long detailed chat and was also surprised to find out she lived for a period of time close to my area where I grew up as a child close to Hanover. From that time forward and the few times I chatted with her since then, I always ended our conversation the same which I will do today. "Auf Wiedersehen Erika" which is a German expression that translates to "until we meet again"
Message from Annette and Jim Ritchie2024-10-31 08:34:18
Lisa, Darryl and family Our condolences to you.
Message from Mary Burnett 2024-10-30 18:36:56
My sincere condolences to the entire family.
Message from Paul & Andrea Hamilton2024-10-30 18:09:37
Our sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of your mother Lisa!
Message from Laurie & Wayne Bell2024-10-30 17:35:20
Deepest sympathy & hugs to Lisa, Darryl & family. Lisa: The few times that I encountered Erika, I could tell how much she loved your father. She also spoke proudly of her children & grandchildren. May she rest in peace at your father’s side
Message from Maureen and John DeBruyn2024-10-30 15:08:29
Our deepest sympathies to Lisa and Darryl and your family! May you many memories help you through the coming days
Message from Allan Scott2024-10-29 18:30:03
Wonderful person, and never afraid to speak her mind. I was sometimes on the end, deserving for sure. Erika shared her life experiences and I was always glad to listen. Glass of wine with ice, a toast to you. Allan