Ida Maria Wilhelmina Vermeer (van Oirschot) Apr 12, 1928 – Dec 30, 2024.
With deep sadness we announce the passing of Ida Maria Whilemina Vermeer (van Oirschot), at home, surrounded by her loving family, on Dec 30, 2024.
Ida was born in Boxtel Netherlands on April 12, 1928. She trained as a seamstress in Holland and designed many wedding dresses throughout her life – including her own. In 1953 she married Jan (John) Vermeer and immigrated to Nova Scotia, Canada. They settled in Lanark and later moved to Pleasant Valley. She was the epitome of a loving mother; farming, raising her children, working in her garden, sewing clothing for many, and making delicious bread. She loved her family dinners, especially the sound of all the children laughing. She instilled the values of kindness, respect, and consistency in all her children.
Ida volunteered as a 4-H sewing leader and produced a multitude of crafts for family, friends and charity events. Her strong faith in God was reflected in how she lived her life. She was the guiding force of the family and inspired those around her to be the best they can be.
She was predeceased by her husband Jan (John), son Peter, as well as her siblings Joe van Oirschot, Wim (Sjaan) van Oirschot, Anne (Frans) van Rooy, Frans van Oirschot and Wilhelmina van Oirschot.
Ida is survived by her children Anne Marie (Cleve) Pryde, Michael (Susan), Cathy (Jim) Hart, Helma (Steve) MacDonald, John (Suzanne), Margie (Glen) Woloschuk, and Joanne (Paul) Hughes, as well as her sisters in law Annie and Mien van Oirschot. She is also survived by many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
We love you Mom.
Welterusten Oma.
You may pay your respects to Ida at C.L. Curry Funeral Home, 135 College Street, Antigonish, on Friday, January 3rd from 3-5 with funeral Saturday, January 4th at 11:00 am in St. Ninian Cathedral. The funeral will be streamed live on the funeral home website. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, Heart and Stroke Foundation, or charity of choice. On line condolences: www.clcurry.com.