In Loving Memory of

Douglas Monsma

of Edmonton
Oct 2, 2018

 

 

Shocked to have recently found out about Doug's passing. Got to know him as one of the 'teachers' that won the Rehoboth Golf Tournery every year! He taught all four of our children. Was sad to hear about his cancer diagnosis but last time I saw him was at Wabumun when you guys were building the cabin. We didn't run in the same circles but always knew we were brothers in Christ. May you find the peace that passes all understanding in the days and weeks that lie ahead. Blessings!
posted by Kelvin VanDasselaar : Worked at Rehoboth and was a parent : Oct 18, 2018

 

Dear Loretta and Family, My fingers are frozen on the keyboard wondering what to say and thinking of your grief that can\'t be spoken and the pain that goes on and on... My heart is heavy for you. My thoughts are happy for Doug as he enters into his rich inheritance. I am smiling as I gratefully remember many good moments with Doug at the highschool. God grieves with you. Alisa
posted by Alisa Ketchum Walker : colleague : Oct 06, 2018

 

Dear Gayle, we are so sorry to read about your brother's passing. I remember you talking about your brother with such admiration and love. May you feel the Lord's tender love and know His many promises as you journey through this time of your life. Praying for your family.
posted by Mary and Don Geiger : Gayle, I (Mary) worked at CCS for a few years and still see you there on occasion. Bless you. : Oct 05, 2018

 

Dear Loretta and family, Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Mike has many fond memories of Doug. We wish you God?s comfort during this difficult time.
posted by Mike & Cathy Keizer : School, church : Oct 05, 2018

 

Condolence to you all. I got to know Doug through my curriculum work with the Ontario Alliance of Christian Schools. The concepts that he presented made good sense to me and showed care for children as they grew in faith formation. Christian education made sense to me when Doug talked. His teaching changed my teaching, and since then has shaped the work that do. I am so grateful to Doug and am thankful that God put him in my life. We will never know how many people that Doug impacted. The ripples go far. Doug would humbly suggest that all the work for the glory of God and rightly so. Thank you Doug!
posted by Ronald VandenBurg : I met Doug through my curriculum work with the Ontario Alliance of Christian Schools. : Oct 04, 2018

 

Dear Bud and family, I am saddened to hear of Doug's passing. I want you all to know I still think of you often and am sending my sincerest condolences during this most difficult time. Wendy Bossert
posted by Wendy Bossert : family friend : Oct 04, 2018

 

Dear Loretta, family and friends, JoAnna and I are so sad to hear the news of Doug's passing. Our hearts go out to you all! May the comfort that Christ promises be felt by all of you. We all have such great memories of Doug. He was such a prophetic voice for Christian education, a fun-loving guy to know and a dedicated husband and father. We will miss him all the way from our home in Ontario. May God strengthen you, Loretta especially, and the rest of us all, as you / we say goodbye to this wonderful person.
posted by Julius de Jager : We met Doug first and then Loretta and the family when we moved to Edmonton, worked for the Prairie Association of Christian Schools and worshipped at First CRC. : Oct 04, 2018

 

I met Doug over the years when he would visit Calvin Christian School in Winnipeg, MB. He came to speak to our staff on many occasions and his passion was Christian education was noticeable. He worked hard to connect with people and was always very genuine. My condolences to Doug\'s family and friends--I am so sorry for your loss.
posted by Dori Reddig : Doug worked for Prairie Centre for Christian Education. I attended workshops in Winnipeg that Doug led for Calvin Christian School. : Oct 04, 2018