Helmut Johannes Heeren

HEEREN, Helmut Johannes - Passed away peacefully at Country Terrace in Komoka, Ontario, On Monday, December 28th, 2020, at the age of 93. Beloved husband of Hilda Gertrude (nee Frey) Heeren for over 67 years.  Cherished father of Kerstin (David) Hammond, Ralf Heeren, and Henry (Shelley) Heeren. Proud grandfather of Emily, Glen (Caryn), Karen, Elaina (Brent), Jessica (Randy), and great-grandfather of Rachel, Luke, Olivia, Carter, Zoey, Gabriel, Grace, Aaliyah, and Skye. Dear brother of Gunther (Renate) Heeren, Ewalt Heeren and is survived by several nieces, nephews, and extended family. Helmut had immigrated to Canada in 1955, settling in Kintore where he owned and operated Heeren’s Custom Woodworking until his retirement. He was a member at Corinthian Masonic Lodge, Kintore, and always enjoyed being involved in the Kintore Community. A memorial service to celebrate Helmut’s life will be held later. Cremation has taken place. If desired, memorial contributions to the Canadian Diabetes Society would be appreciated and may be arranged through the Brock and Visser Funeral Home Thamesford, Ontario (519) 285-2427. Expressions of love and sympathy may be made at www.brockandvisser.com