HENDRIEKE STELLER

Hendrieke Steller passed away peacefully at home on August 21, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on August 6, 1941, in Java, Indonesia, she immigrated to Holland in 1946 and later moved to Canada in 1955. Hendrieke began her career as a nursing assistant before dedicating many years to teaching at Buchanan Public School. She had a passion for travel, the arts, and devotional music, and was affectionately known in her community as 'The Dog Lady,' caring for numerous local dogs and owning six herself. A devout Christian, her life was marked by her faith, charitable giving, and a generous spirit. Visitation will take place at the Kane-Jerrett North York Chapel on Monday, August 31, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until the celebration of her life at 11:00 a.m., followed by interment at York Cemetery.