Dirk Van Der Gulik

     In Loving Memory

          Dirk Van Der Gulik passed away peacefully on Saturday August 2nd, 2025 at the Dearness Home in London, Ontario, at the age of 84.

          Born on December 5th, 1940 in Heiloo, Nederlands to the late Peter and Elisabet (nee Broderode) Van Der Gulik.  Dirk came to Canada as a young boy with his father and his four brothers in 1951.  Majority of his life was in hospitality working at the Holiday Inn in Owen Sound, Ontario.  He loved to square dance, sang with the Barbershop group, and loved to travel.  He belonged to the Lions Club for 20 years.  Dirk was known for his sharp wit, steady presence, and deep love for family and friends.  He brought humour, wisdom, and heart to every part of his life.

          Dirk is survived by his wife Bernadette, his children Karl Harris, Daryl Harris, Rick (Sharon) Van Der Gulik, Brenda (Jim) Gowing, Roger (Savitri) Van Der Gulik, Lori (Marvin) Londry, and Troy (Chantelle) Van Der Gulik, his grandchildren Ryan (Jenny) Van Der Gulik, Brittany (Quin) Dean, Nicole (Lucas) Londry, Taylor (Daniel) Londry, Tia Van Der Gulik, Jewel Van Der Gulik, Glory Van Der Gulik, and his great grandchildren.  Dear brother of Peter (Maria) Van Der Gulik, and John (Jan) Van Der Gulik.  Dirk's family and many friends will miss him dearly.  Predeceased by his brothers Casey, Tony, Martin, Ronnie, and Andre.

          In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to the Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners are appreciated.  Wareing Cremation Services, 225 Norwich Ave., Woodstock, Ontario have been entrusted with Final Arrangements.  Your messages of remembrance and condolence may be shared here at wareingcremation.ca