NIJENHUIS, Peggy

February 21, 1926 - May 23, 2023

Peggy was born in 1926 in Cardiff, Wales, and moved to Canada in 1945. She crossed the Atlantic on the Queen Mary with other war brides and arrived in St. John's, NL in November 1945. Having raised her family in St. John's, Peggy returned to London, England, and later married Rudy Nijenhuis in 1979. Peggy and Rudy then moved to St. Catharines, Ontario in 1992. Peggy and Rudy settled into the St Catharines community and became active members of the Dunlop Seniors Association. During her years there, Peggy was involved with the Club choir and played various roles in musical productions. This was a source of great enjoyment for the club members and her family.

Predeceased by her husband Rudy in March 2023, Peggy leaves to mourn sons: Robert Pittman (Heather) of St John's NL and Russ Pittman (Cathy) of St Catharines; grandchildren: Heidi Story (Shawn), Matthew Pittman (Laurie), Russell Pittman (Clare) all of St John's NL; Adam Pittman (Julia) of Port Hope, and Sean Pittman (Laura) of Kitchener; great-granddaughter Mabel of Port Hope; great-grandchildren Paige, Luke and stepgranddaughter Jessica of St John's. Peggy also leaves to mourn stepsons: Frank Nijenhuis (Yolanda) and Wouter Nijenhuis (Anneke) of the Netherlands; stepgrandchildren: Nils, Gwenda, Nick and Mike of the Netherlands; and great-stepgrandchildren: Twan, Owen and Jente of the Netherlands. As per Peggy's wishes, cremation will be followed by a gathering of family and friends to celebrate her amazing life. Arrangements entrusted to Considerate Cremation & Burial Services, 26 Nihan Drive, St. Catharines (between Lake Street & Scott Street), 289-362-1144.