HOOGENDOORN, Maarten
In his 83rd year, Maarten Paulus Hoogendoorn passed away peacefully with family by his side at St. Joseph’s Health Centre in Guelph. Succumbing to dementia on Thursday, March 19th, 2026, Maarten leaves behind a legacy built of resilience, hard work and dedication. He is survived by his children with former spouse Andree (Bruce): Willem, Douglas, and Anna-Lee (Kevin Doyle); his grandchildren Martina and Taylor; and his step‑grandchildren Nathan and Meghan. Maarten is also remembered by his siblings Carrie (Rein), Arie (Sharron), Ada (Myron), Trix (Paul), and Jon (Else), along with numerous great‑nieces and great‑nephews. He is also survived by his estranged wife Elizabeth and stepdaughter Kyla Anne Parkin. He is predeceased by his parents Willem and Etke (née Splinter), his brother Bernhard (Ina). A proud immigrant to Canada, arriving in 1962, Maarten made his home in Puslinch. Throughout his years as a farmer and small business owner, he cherished countless friendships and impressionable connections leaving lasting impressions on those who knew him. The family would like to express heartfelt gratitude to the staff of St. Joseph’s Health Centre for their exceptional compassion and care during Maarten’s final years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Joseph’s Health Centre Foundation. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
