Howard James Sikma
1970 - 2023
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Hutchins posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your husband and father. We knew Howard through hockey over the years. May he rest in peace. Dana, Bill, Eric and Alex Hutchins
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Carrie Hooper donated to DURHAM EAST 4-H COUNCIL
Monday, October 23, 2023
Thinking of you all during this time.
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Murray Jose posted a condolence
Sunday, October 22, 2023
My deepest condolences to all of Howard's family. I have fond memories of Howard and growing up on the farm down the road (Gladibrae farms) and continued to get occasional updates on things going on with Howard and the family as an adult. I know he will be greatly missed.
Murray Jose
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Lise posted a condolence
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Dearest Kenedy (Katie) and family
We were so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband. There are never the right words at time like this.
We are thinking of you and you families with the greatest of heartfelt sympathy.
Sending all of you healing hugs.
Robert and Lise Armitage
Peterborough Ont
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Kelly Dundas uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, October 19, 2023
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Kelly Dundas posted a condolence
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Our condolences to the entire Sikma family. Howie was my defensive partner for a couple of years playing for the OAC Aggies college hockey team. A lot of great times on and off the ice. A great guy gone far too soon.
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Sue Sikma posted a condolence
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Connor, Brent, Kailin, kennedy, George and Jane, Julia and Rick, Yolanda and Mitch, Tim and Joanne, Grace and Jim, Joyce and And. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Howard. So shocking. Thoughts and prayers for all of you.
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Leanne Armitage posted a condolence
Thursday, October 19, 2023
My sincere condolences to the Sikma family. Thinking about you and the kids at this time Kennedy.❤️
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Shelley Fice-Trimble posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
My heart felt condolences to Howie’s family. We met at Clarke High School in grade 13/OAC year. In a short time Howie became a good friend in the group. So many good memories of that last year of high school. Then years later our kids went to high school together.
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Sandra Fast lit a candle
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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The news of Howie’s passing absolutely stunned us and left us in a state of disbelief. Only the day before, we were communicating with you guys and looking forward to getting to see you sometime soon. Even though our friendship was still quite new, we clicked right away. Howie's zest for life, his ability to talk, listen, and engage when we met him, made him feel like he was an old friend. Howie told us about his love for his kids, farming, and we could see the love that he had for Kennedy. Our sincere condolences to you, Kennedy. Our deepest sympathy for you and all of Howie’s family and friends.
We sure would have liked a little more time. We have wonderful memories.
Hank & Sandra
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Municipal Planning Services (Chris and Rina Jones) donated to DURHAM EAST 4-H COUNCIL
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Our condolences to the Sikma family in having to endure such a sudden and painful loss.
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Durham Farmers' County Co-op donated to DURHAM EAST 4-H COUNCIL
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Our Deepest Sympathies to the Sikma Family from all of us at Durham Farmers' County Co-op.
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Duane and Susan posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
My condolence to the family and new bride.
Met Howard in Cuba in 2019 and had a great time with him.
We wanted to visit Howard and Kennedy at the farm but hadn't had a chance yet.
Kennedy, will be thinking of you today. Will be offering my prays to your family.
RIP Howard!!!
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Jennifer Lemcke donated to DURHAM EAST 4-H COUNCIL
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss, Howie was such an incredible person. Always lit up a room when he was there. Will be missed!
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Mike Ferguson posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
I knew Howie from our University days at Guelph. So sorry to hear of his passing. My sincere condolences go out to the entire family.
Mike Ferguson
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Jeff Koopmans lit a candle
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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Margaret-Ann and Rick lit a candle
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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We are heart broken to hear this news Rick and I will keep all the family in our thought and prayers.
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Carolyn Puterbough donated to DURHAM EAST 4-H COUNCIL
Monday, October 16, 2023
My heart is breaking for all of you. My condolences to all of you on the loss of Howie.
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Kythe Baldwin lit a candle
Monday, October 16, 2023
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It is with heavy hearts that my wife and I pass along our most sincere condolences to the Sikma family. Howard will truly be missed by friends and family alike. It was my pleasure to share a libation at our wedding with this true gentleman. A tragic loss to an entire community.
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Mark and Kathy DeFreitas lit a candle
Monday, October 16, 2023
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Condolences to all. He will be fondly missed. Mark and I have wonderful memories with him. Those will be treasured.
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Christina Worden lit a candle
Monday, October 16, 2023
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Jeff Bumstead uploaded photo(s)
Monday, October 16, 2023
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Had the pleasure of meeting Howie through my good friend Andy and we hit it off instantly. We got to take in some get togethers including hockey and football games and always had great fun times. We will now cherish those times when getting together and will share stories of the good times we were able to share with Howie. I will miss his texts and the times we had anticipated getting together again. Guys like your Husband, Dad, Grandfather and Friend are hard to find and I am grateful and honoured I got to know him. My thoughts are with you all with the sudden loss of Howie.
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ArtBaine posted a condolence
Monday, October 16, 2023
Dear Kennedy, I’m so sorry to hear about Howie. I don’t know what to say; you guys have been through so much yet managed to be happy and committed to each other. Howie was great guy, always willing to help or offer advice to anyone who asked. One thing I do know is that he loved you very much and was completed with you being with him. He couldn’t have been happier. Again, I’m so sorry, I only wish you had more time together to enjoy each other. Please give our regards to his family, we’re thinking of all of you.
Art Baine and family.
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Tyrone Sluymers posted a condolence
Monday, October 16, 2023
Howie and I go way back and have a long history together. That’s why it was so shocking and sad to hear about his sudden passing. We grew up playing hockey together in Newcastle.and often drove him to games when the family was too busy with the farm. Howie and I then attended Clarke High School and later the University of Guelph together, and were even housemates in 3rd year, renting a house with a bunch of other fellow OAC ‘93 Aggies. He had a great laugh and definitely knew how to enjoy life. Even though we kinda lost touch after university, we bumped into each other a couple of times over the decades in TSC/Peavy Mart or local arenas, and could pick right up where we left off. That’s the type of guy Howie was. My deepest condolences go out to his family. The world is a lesser place without him in it.
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Emma King lit a candle
Monday, October 16, 2023
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David Barr posted a condolence
Monday, October 16, 2023
Sorry to hear of a neighbor loss, Howard was a hard worker.
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Steven MacVicar posted a condolence
Monday, October 16, 2023
So sorry for your loss.
Howard has been a terrific neighbour. For 21 years we've lived on the corner of the farm. Whenever we needed a hand Howard was glad to help. I told Howard jokingly that I live in the best place. I have all the advantages of living on a farm with none of the disadvantages. Next day there was a fresh load of manure spread on the field right behind my fence LOL!
Good thing I don't mind the smell.
He will be missed. God bless.
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Claire Brewer lit a candle
Monday, October 16, 2023
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Jeff Robinson lit a candle
Monday, October 16, 2023
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I was saddened and shocked to hear about the passing of Howard.
Howard was one of the first people I met in university. At first glance, Howard reminded me of Bo Duke driving around in his white Trans Am. Being a student that lived far away, Howard was generous to have me home to his farm several times and meet his parents and a couple siblings. During one visit, I had the opportunity to work on his brother George’s farm to help with chores when his family went away for the weekend.
I have many other fond memories of Howard, especially his love for hockey. He wanted to play any chance he had. He was very instrumental in keeping the OAC 93 team active. One of his other loves was his cows. On separate occasions travelling between Toronto and Ottawa, I have stopped by his farm for a visit. You could find him around the farm, and he would have a beer ready for visitors from his barn fridge. He was someone that you could very easily talk with.
I wish all Howard’s family and friends all the peace and comfort possible. You will be missed.
RIP peace Howie!!
Your friend,
Jeff Robinson
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The family of Howard James Sikma uploaded a photo
Sunday, October 15, 2023
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Wednesday
18
October
Visitation
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home
53 Division St.
Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
(905) 623-5668
Thursday
19
October
Funeral Service
11:00 am
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Maranatha Christian Reformed Church
2805 Highway 2
Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada
Tel# 905-623-5668 | Fax# 905-623-3848
53 Division St.
Bowmanville, ON
L1C 2Z8