GUTHER, “Joyce” Woutertje, (née Bouw)

June 21, 1929 - October 26, 2018 Joyce passed away peacefully on Friday, October 26, 2018 in her 90th year. Beloved wife of Maarten Nanne Guther (2015) for 61 years, she is survived by their children Marijke, Tony (Mary), Peter (Gwen), Marguerite (Jim), Joyce (Edwin), and Joanne (Wes), sixteen grandchildren, and seventeen great-grandchildren. The eldest of nine, Joyce was a loving sister to Jan, Annie (2008), Teus (2011), Amy, Bart, Gerard, Dini, and Henk. She will be missed by her extended family in the Netherlands and in Canada, including many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Joyce was born and raised in Holland, prior to making Canada her new home 65 years ago together with Maarten. She was admired and respected by everyone she encountered, excelling in all that she set her mind to, quietly displaying her creativity and resourcefulness. Joyce was an avid reader, was steadfast and unwavering in her faith, and lived her life with unconditional love and constant devotion to her family. With heartfelt gratitude, we acknowledge Kylie (granddaughter) for many years of dedication and continuous support to her beloved Opa and Oma. A word of thanks and appreciation is extended to the First Hamilton CRC congregation, and to the medical staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital - especially CTU West for their care and compassion during her final weeks. Visitation on Tuesday, October 30 from 7-9:00 p.m. at DODSWORTH & BROWN Funeral Home, 378 Wilson Street East, Ancaster, ON. Private Interment. Memorial service on Wednesday, October 31 at 11:00 a.m. at FIRST HAMILTON Christian Reformed Church, 181 Charlton Ave W, Hamilton, ON.

Psalm 16:9-11