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Jack de Gruyter
April 25, 1932 - July 21, 2017
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<div itemprop="description">Major (Retired) <br>RCAF <br> <br>Born in Heerlen, the Netherlands in 1932. Passed away peacefully on Friday, July 21, 2017 at St. Vincent Hospital, age 85. Beloved husband of Toni. Loving father of John (Ryma) of Hampton, New Brunswick, Tim of Peterborough, Ontario and Carol Ann of Ottawa. Proud grandfather of eight and great-grandfather of two. Also survived by his two sisters and one brother. Proudly served his country for over 25 years attaining the rank of Major in the former Royal Canadian Air Force. A real family man, simple and traditional in his ways who always put the needs of others before his own. <br> <br>A private family service will be held. Interment at Pinecrest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of one’s choice.</div>