Passed away after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s. Gerald John Jans of Maxville; age 75 years. Loving husband of 50 years to his devoted wife Christina. Proud father of Gary (Sylvie), Doreen (Troy Austrins), John (Harriet), Jackie, and Grace (Christian Bailey). Opa to David, Kevin, Brian, Justina, Michael, Clara, Ava, and Oliver. Great Opa to Gabrielle and special Opa to Kyle, Tyler, Philip, and Joanna. Predeceased and survived by brothers and sisters in the Netherlands, Canada, and Australia and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Gerald loved his life as a dairy farmer and working the land. He was especially proud of Glenstor Farm, the farm that he and Christina purchased after arriving from the Netherlands. His later years were spent at the Maxville Manor. Many thanks to the staff who took such wonderful care of Gerald, and the Alzheimer’s Society for their support over the years. Special thanks to Maryse Bouvette with Elisabeth Bruyere for her palliative support. Relatives and friends may call at the Munro & Morris Funeral Homes Ltd., 20 Main St. South Maxville (613-527-2898) on Thursday, November 27, 2008 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. James Catholic Church, Maxville on Friday, November 28, 2008 at 11 am. As expressions of sympathy memorial donations to the Alzheimer’s Society, or to the Maxville Manor to enhance Palliative Care would be appreciated by the family.