Aaltje
St. Andrew's United Church

Cemetery:
Ripley Cemetery, Ripley, ON
In Memory of
Aaltje "Alice" Middelkamp
November 27th, 1918 - November 14th, 2015

Place of Death

Braemar Nursing Home, Wingham, Ontario

Obituary

Alice Middelkamp, formerly of Ripley, died at Braemar Nursing Home, Wingham on November 14, 2015 at the age of 96. She was the beloved wife of the late Hendrik Middelkamp for 62 years. Alice was born in Onstwedde, Holland on November 27, 1918 to the late Renske (Volders) and Wubbo Bosch. She was the dear mother of Renske & Edgar Daer of Blyth, Bouwina Pigeon & Adrien Legault of Matheson, Bob & Ria of Ripley, Kini & John Meyer of Holyrood, John & Harlene of RR2, Ripley, Jake & Margo of Saltford, Marian Glen of Inverhuron, and Henry & Mary of RR4, Ripley. She will be missed by her 38 grandchildren, 53 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. Survived by her son-in-law Allan Rutledge (Eleanor) of Huron-Kinloss, and daughter-in-law Marjorie Middelkamp of Ripley, and a sister-in-law in Holland. Predeceased by her daughter Gay Rutledge, son Albert, 1 grandson, and 1 great-grandson, and sons-in-law John Ribbink and Norman Pigeon. A Funeral Service will be conducted at St. Andrew's United Church, Ripley on Wednesday November 18, 2015 at 11:00 AM. Pastor Judy Zarubick officiating. Private interment at the Ripley Cemetery. Donations to St. Andrew's United Church or the charity of your choice are appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

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Message from Shannon Gould2016-01-14 13:04:13
Please accept our condolences in learning of Alice's passing. Alice was a wonderful and funny woman. Shannon and Cindy
Message from Gail and Brian Johnson2015-11-19 09:23:31
We would like to extend our deepest condolences in the loss of your beloved Mother / Grandmother /Great Grandmother. She has left a wonderful legacy after a long, well lived life. Sincerely, Gail and Brian Johnson
Message from Larry and Marianne Irwin2015-11-18 14:05:24
We wish the Middlekamp family our deepest sympathy on the loss of Alice. Your large extended family will always be a source of support in difficult times. What a great legacy Alice and Henry have left you.
Message from Dorothy J DeReu2015-11-18 11:29:22
Dear OMA, Aaltje, Alice...Thank you for your grace, humanity and sense of humor. I didn't know you personally so well, but your beautiful child have many of your same sensibilities and are so open in sharing and welcoming others. I hope the songs they continue to sing bring you and them much joy and wonderful memories! Rest in piece and thank you for the beauty you brought to this world. Love & Hugs Dorothy
Message from Tom and Pauline Kempton and Family2015-11-18 10:40:06
Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Message from Irene Liddle2015-11-18 09:43:30
My thoughts are with the Middlekamp family at this time, remembering Alice, a lovely lady, a gifted gardener, creating flower beds especially, of such beauty
Message from Bob andShirley Harris2015-11-18 08:59:11
We want to extend our sympathy to all your family. Your mom was a person to be admired and respected and just a great person to make the best out of what she encountered.
Message from Judy Nicholson2015-11-17 23:25:38
To Margo and Jake and the rest of the Middelkamp family please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of such a wonderful lady. It is quite evident that she has left a legacy of family and love. Judy and Dan Nicholson
Message from Debb Marks & Lisa Kordiaka2015-11-17 18:28:10
Marian, Henry, Ashley, & Leslie....we're so sorry for the loss of your mom/grandma and are thinking about you and the rest of your family today, tomorrow as you say good bye, and in the days to come. Hugs from Debb & Lisa
Message from William Nonkes2015-11-17 13:18:04
My condolences to the family on the death of your mother, grandmother and great-grand mother.
Message from Andre(Buck) & Jean Delbergue2015-11-17 13:07:03
Sorry for your loss of your Mother.
Message from Diane and Bev Bryant2015-11-17 10:51:11
To the Middlecamp family - Our deepest sympathy to all in your loss of your mother and grandmother Diane and Bev Bryant
Message from Cheryl Cameron2015-11-17 10:19:15
Marion, so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My thoughts are with you and yours.
Message from Don & Mary Fischer2015-11-17 08:31:23
Bob,our sympathy to you and your family at this sad time.
Message from Wendy Jones2015-11-16 22:06:54
Marion and family thinking of you during this sad and difficult time.
Message from Dave & Val Gibson2015-11-16 15:43:03
Our sympathy on Alice's death. She lived a good long life. sincerely, Valerie & Dave Gibson
Message from Gwen O'Rourke2015-11-16 13:10:01
Sorry to learn of the passing of your Mother. No matter how long we have them , it always seems be such an empty spot for us. My condolences are with you both
Message from Karen & Barry Stinson2015-11-16 12:28:35
Bob and Ria:- Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this time
Message from Jim and Cathy Rowaan2015-11-15 21:44:58
To the Middlekamp Family: Our deepest sympathy to all of you in the passing of your Mother, grandmother and great grandmother and friend. We are glad that we had the honour of knowing her. May God comfort all of you and grant you is peace.
Message from Bob & Betty Bosch2015-11-15 21:00:03
May the Lord be with you in this difficult time. We will keep you in our prayers.
Message from Art & Wendy Houghton2015-11-15 20:54:04
Our prayers are with you all. A lot of wonderful memories with your mom and dad on the farm.
Message from Margaret Thompson2015-11-15 17:50:36
To all the Middelkamp families: Sincere sympathy to all of you at this difficult time. Thinking of all of you. Marg.
Message from Allan and Karen Webster2015-11-15 16:45:39
We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Message from Ben and Linda Beishuizen2015-11-15 15:38:58
To the Middelkamp families our sincere condolences to you with the passing of your mother and oma. Ben and Linda
Message from Mary Lou & Brian Eidt2015-11-15 11:09:22
Our deepest sympathies to all family and friends. You were very lucky to have her in your lives for so long. She was a lovely lady. Feel at peace now that she is united with the love of her life. Our thoughts and prayers are will all of you.
Message from Robert and Karen Elliott2015-11-15 09:28:24
Our thoughts are with all of you at this time. Alice will be missed.
Message from Richard & Donna Bohnsack2015-11-15 00:45:23
Extending our deepest sympathy & love.
Message from Ron and Mary Jane Rock2015-11-14 23:20:47
To the Middelkamp families. We are sorry to hear of your loss. May God give you a sense of peace during this difficult time. Ron and Mary Jane Rock
Message from Don, Julie & Annaliese Inkster2015-11-14 22:25:16
To the Middelkamp family, We send our heartfelt condolences to you all. In your grief may you find comfort and peace and God's love pouring down upon you. Love Don, Julie & Annaliese Inkster
Message from Sandra .connell2015-11-14 22:03:30
I smile when I think of all the wonderful memories you have made with your mother and Oma. She was a special lady.
Message from Jeannette King2015-11-14 21:21:32
Alice will be missed at Braemar, as will her family who visited often. RIP Alice. Jeannette King
Message from Lori Longwell2015-11-14 21:08:51
My thoughts are with you all as you rejoice in her wonderful life. She was a pretty amazing woman and I know you will all miss her dearly.
Message from Herman &Johanna2015-11-14 19:06:07
our heartfelt condolences with the passing of your dear Mother, Oma, and GreatOma. We pray that the Lord will give you comfort and strength in this time of grief. Herman & Johanna