Bouwina Fogwill (nee Haan)
March 25, 1930 to February 5, 2024
Obituary
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It is with a saddened heart that we announce the peaceful passing of Bouwina Fogwill (nee Hann).
Bouwina leaves to mourn her loving children Frank, Margaret Heffernan (Tim), Bill (Sherry). Her grandchildren, Shane (Julie) and Kyle Heffernan, and Nicholas Fogwill, who all shared a special bond with their Oma. She treasured their conversations and followed all their adventures. She was blessed with two sisters, Kay Korpel (Case), St. John’s and Johanna De Buck (Piet), Netherlands. Bouwina treasured her large circle of family and friends, they brought much joy to her life.
Born in the Netherlands, she embarked on an adventure that led her to Canada, where she embraced her adopted country with open arms. Mom was a remarkable woman whose journey spanned continents and touched countless lives through her church activities by knitting prayer shawls for those needing comfort, hats, scarves, and mittens for those needing warmth, and pneumonia vests for newborns in underdeveloped countries.
Mom was an active member of St. David’s church community. She led the prayer shawl and knitting groups, enjoyed bowling, participated in fundraising activities, and was treasurer of the Atlantic Mission Society. Her extended church family contributed in creating a beautiful memory for her earlier this year, when she celebrated her 93rd birthday in Dutch style.
Mom was proud of her Dutch heritage and liked to share her experiences of being a young girl in WWII’s triumphs, setbacks and witnessing her country being liberated by Canada. She honoured and never forgot the sacrifices these soldiers made. These experiences contributed to her zest for life, inspiring those around her to embrace each day with gratitude.
Mom continued to work until the age of 70. She was proud to be employed by the Department of National Defence at CFS St. John’s until she retired. She will be forever remembered by her co-workers as “Foggy”.
As the sun sets on mom’s earthly journey, we celebrate a life well-lived. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of those who knew her—a legacy of love, faith, and storytelling.
Cremation has taken place. The family will receive visitors at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Sunday, February 11th from 2 -4 PM and 7 -9PM. The funeral service will be held at St. David’s Presbyterian Church on Monday, February 12th at 11 AM.
Donations in honour of Bouwina may be made to St. David’s Church or Bridges To Hope.
Mom, we love you and will miss you. Voor altijd geliefd (forever loved).
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on February 11, 2024
7-9 p.m. on February 11, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Monday February 12th
St. David's Presbyterian Church, 98 Elizabeth Avenue
Dear Margaret, Shane, Kyle and Tim,
Sad to hear about the loss of your mother and oma. May all the wonderful memories and experiences remain in your hearts forever.
Much love,
Jochem Pfeiffer and Ineke Kerkhof
My deepest condolences for your loss. I know how I felt when my mother died, and then 4years later, my dad. My prayers for you and your family. The grief will pass, but the sadness always lingers. Remember the wonderful things about her. That helps a lot.
Lieve Margaret en familie ,
Wat een groot verlies dat jullie Bouwina zo overwachts is overleden .
We zullen haar blijven herinneren als een lieve betrokken schoonzus en tante.
Heel bijzonder waren haar familiebezoeken naar Nederland , waar ze blijk gaf van een warme belangstelling naar onze familie .
Een uitstapje naar haar “roots” in Groningen en omgeving kon ze van genieten en mooie
vehalen vertellen over haar jeugd alweer lang geleden .
Wij wensen jullie heel veel sterkte met het verwerken van dit groot verlies .
Veel liefs van uncle Piet en Arianne.
Dear Marg and Family,
My heartfelt sympathies are with you and your family at this difficult time.
I was so honoured to get to know your wonderful mom on her trips to be with you in Ontario. She was truly beautiful lady with an amazing sense of humour, a heart of gold and always a joy to be around.
May your mom live among you through your sweet memories and love of her.
Love and prayers, Gayle Hobson xo
To the Family,
I was saddened to hear of your Moms Passing. We were good friends at St David’s. in the AMS, and Good Companions and also through Church. She was a wonderful person.
Thoughts and prayers
Barbara Ellis
So sorry to hear 😢 about your loss but how wonderful you have so many years of special ❤️ memories to celebrate her life. “Sorrow is not forever. Love is. ”
With heartfelt sympathy from Anna Nolan.
Our deepesr condolences to Bill, Margaret and Francis on the passing of your Mom.
We hope the many good memories you each shared with her will alleviate your pain and grief at this time.
I remember Bauwien as a joyful lady enjoying here stay in the Netherlands some years ago. In for a joke and a laugh. Full of interest in familiy and what was going on in here country of birth. A mom and oma to be proud of.
Bill, Sherry and the Fogwill Family: My condolences on the passing of your beautiful mom. Treasure the wonderful memories of your mom to help you through the difficult days ahead. God Bless.
Dear family, so sorry that tante Bouwina passed away. I remember my mothers sister as a kind and positive person., and cherish the memories of the times she visited us in The Netherlands. She will stay i my heart.
Frank, Bill, Margaret and families. My heartfelt condolences to you all. I have fond memories of Aunt Bouwina.
God Speed Aunt Bouwina, God speed
Marg, Tim and families…..
There are no words at this time….
Please know we are all thinking and sending our love!
❤️
Margaret, I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time 🙏
May she Rest In Peace..
Margaret – My heart and prayers are being sent to you and your family at this difficult time. Blessed that you had her as long as you did and oh, the memories that will live on forever. Hugs, Sandy
Margaret & families;
So very sorry on the loss of your mom! She had a very remarkable life and your memories will be forever kept may your mom rest in peace
I have many fond memories of Foggy during our working days at CFS St. John’s.
Very nice lady. Rest in Peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sending our deepest condolences to Sherry, Bill and Nicholas during this most difficult time.
With sympathy,
Audrey Bishop and family 💐
so sorry for your loss , my thoughts are with you all as you go threw those difficult days..I only known your mom for a short time while she was at Ruby Manor very sweet lady ..may you rest in peace BOWINA
We would like to send our condolences to all of you guys, Aunt Bouwina really was such an amazing woman, she most definitely lived her life to the fullest !
She always had a smile on her face, and a story to tell !! She really will be missed! Love Freddie Kelly Noah and Logan xoxo
Very Fond memories of Mrs Fogwill from my postings to CFS St. John’s and work as XO / SAdmO and PMC of the Officers’ Mess. Foggy was especially astute & helpful in keeping NPF, esp Mess & Canex management activities in conformity with the rules & regulations. Thank you.
RIP Foggy.
Sending out my deepest condolences to Bill , Sherry and all the family. Bouwina was a sweet lady. I am thinking of you guys.
BILL DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF YOUR MOTHER.MAY ALL THE HAPPY MEMORIES HELP YOU ALL GET THROUGH THIS TIME OF SORROW
My condolences to Bill, Margaret, Francis and family. I have fond memories of your Mom. Glad I was able to be there for her 93 birthday. She was a beautiful person. I shall miss her rest in peace Mrs Fogwill.
Sorry to hear of Aunt Bouwina’s passing she will be missed. My fondest memory of her was one christmas many years ago after christmas supper after we had cleaned up from the meal the ladies were all sat around the kitchen table and grammie an Aunt Bouwina were telling us stories of growing up in the Netherlands during the war. Rest in peace Aunt Bouwina.
Margaret and Family,
So very sorry for the loss of your Mom. A beautiful obituary and a life well lived. May she rest in peace.
Frank and family.
I remember your mom from our childhood days of living near you in Elizabeth Avenue.
Sending deepest sympathies and condolences to you and your family.
Kim Petley