Stamboom de Vries-Bouma, Eikenaar-Brienesse

BRIENESSE, Marinus Johannus (John) - Born July 2, 1930 in Brunsum, Holland. Passed away at his home in Burlington on December 20, 2004. Predeceased by his soulmate Lea Marucci and was formerly married to Lillian. Also predeceased by his parents Gysbert and Gertruda. John was the father to two loving families, the Brienesse's and the Marucci's. On the Brienesse side he leaves his children; Guy, Gail, John and Jim, their children Shannon, Angelo, Thomas, Elizabeth, Cory, John, Paris, and four great-grandchildren. On the Marucci side, he leaves his children; Linda, Robert, Cathy, Tina, their children Paula, Rhonda, Justin, Nathan, Roger, Cory, Alleta, Christina, Robert, JJ and Johnathan, as well as six great-grandchildren. John will also be sadly missed by his five brothers and three sisters. John will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Cremation and private interment have taken place as per John's wishes. Thank you to all who comforted Dad in his final days, particularly the V.O.N. care providers for their countless hours of making our Dad comfortable and the C.C.A.C. A very special thanks to Cathy and Rick who were there 24/7 taking care of Dad in his final days. (Donald V. Brown, 905-662-2948)