“As for man, his days are like grass, he flourishes like a flower of the field; the wind blows over it and it is gone, and its place remembers it no more. But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord’s love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children’s children.” Psalm 103:15-17

It is with sadness, but not without hope, that we announce that KLAAS POELMAN was called home to his Lord and Saviour on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at the age of 95 years.

Klaas is lovingly remembered by his two sons, George (Shirley) of Granum and Chuck (Doris) of Abbotsford, along with eight grandchildren and their spouses, and 33 great-grandchildren. Klaas is also remembered by his brother Ralph Poelman, his two sisters Jennie Williamson and Henrietta Wierenga, and sister-in-law Edith Sinnema.

He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Annie; infant son, George; great-granddaughter, Miriam; sister Hilda Vos and brother Bill Poelman.

Klaas was born in Granum on May 2, 1927, the second of six children born to George and Mendine Poelman. He married Annie Poelman on November 18, 1947. Together they farmed and raised their family east of Granum, before moving to Lethbridge in 2002. He lived his faith in all that he did and was an active member of his church. He loved his life as a farmer and for himself couldn’t see any other way to make a living. He loved earth’s renewal at spring and walking fields of grain until harvest. Klaas and Annie regularly went for drives in the country, often not knowing where they would end up, but were a joy to both. He loved telling stories, especially of his younger years, which were a delight to his grandchildren. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were truly a blessing to him, and he loved playing games and spending time with them. He will be greatly missed.

The family sends heartfelt thanks to the wonderful nurses, doctors and caregivers at the Chinook Regional Hospital and Edith Cavell Care Centre that warmly and patiently cared for him during these last few difficult months.

A Visitation will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 – 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

Klaas will be laid to rest with his wife, Annie, in ROYAL VIEW CEMETERY, 5920 – 13 Street North, Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, April 3, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. Those wishing to attend, please meet at Trinity Reformed Church, 1100- 40 Avenue North, Lethbridge, AB, and a procession will be held from the church to the cemetery.

A Memorial Service will follow at TRINITY REFORMED CHURCH, 1100 – 40 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend John Van Eyk officiating. The Memorial Service will be live-streamed and may be viewed through Klaas’ obituary on the Cornerstone website or www.trinityurc.ca/livestream.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Klaas to Rehoboth Christian Ministries, (Box 1312, Coaldale, AB, T1M 1N1)

 

To send a condolence, please visit www.cornerstonefuneralhome.com

• Date : 2023-03-28
• Location : Alberta