Mr. Jacob Gilhuis

Birth date: December 4, 2004

Date of death: July 19, 2026

Obituary

Jacob Gilhuis
Of Rockland, Ontario, passed away accidentally on Sunday, July 19th, 2026, at the age of 21.
Beloved son of Bill Gilhuis and Rosanna (nee Feenstra).  Loving brother of: Daniel (Erika), Aaron (Nicole), Megan (Enrique) and Josh (Keisha).
Will be fondly remembered by his grandparents Hans and Marie Feenstra, his nieces and nephews: Maicaiah, Ezra, Isaiah , Gideon, Elias, August, Saskia, baby Munoz and many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.

Funeral service that will be held at New Beginning Church, 954 Giroux St. Rockland on Friday July 24th, 2026, at 10:00 am. followed by the burial and a gathering at the church.
for more information:

THEO BRUNET & SONS FUNERAL HOME
Rockland, Ont. 613-446-4691

Funeral Details

Funeral service that will be held at New Beginning Church, 954 Giroux St. Rockland on Friday July 24th, 2026, at 10:00 am. followed by the burial and a gathering at the church.

THEO BRUNET & SONS
FUNERAL HOME

2419 Laurier Street
Rockland, Ont. 613-446-4691

Condolences at www.brunetfuneralhome.ca

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Mike and Tracy Eves 2026-07-27 11:06:42
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family Bill.
Lynnette Naismith 2026-07-27 08:55:27
I am so sorry for your tragic loss. I cannot imagine the grief you must be living losing a dear one at such a young age. May you feel the arms of Jesus around you giving comfort only He can give. My sincerest sympathy to all Jacob's family and friends.
Victoria B 2026-07-24 15:48:08
I am very sorry for your loss.jacob was a funny guy! I cannot imagine this whole thing.may God be a source of comfort for your family Ro and Bill!
Jo Stewart 2026-07-24 14:09:46
Rosie and Bill, I am so sorry to learn of your son's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Marcos 2026-07-24 07:38:50
I will never forget when Jacob ran inside their house and came back with his offering in both of his palms and asked me, "is this okay?" Quietly, I said to myself, this kid has a heart for God. This was during NBC's summer picnic and water baptism service at the Gilhuis home.
Gail Huyer 2026-07-24 07:06:43
Our sincerest and deepest condolences to Ro & Bill on your tragic loss of your son. Our prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Gail & Andy Huyer
Monette 2026-07-24 06:21:55
Dear Rosanna and Bill and Family, The grace and love of our Lord Jesus Christ be your comfort. Monette
Mike and Peggy Crosier 2026-07-23 22:37:22
Our hearts are broken for you and your family as you grieve over the loss of your precious son. May the Lord strengthen, comfort, and uphold you.
Steve and Shelley Bakker 2026-07-23 21:34:09
Our heartfelt condolences to the Gilhuis family as you journey through these days of heavy hearts with the sudden passing of Jacob. A life short-lived but forever in our hearts. Be held and Rest in Peace Jacob.
Ruan Coutu 2026-07-23 11:22:55
My deepest condolences to your friends and family Jake. You left us much too soon. Hope you’re having fun wherever you are now.
Margo 2026-07-22 21:09:06
The Hebert family send our sincere condolences to Jake's family at this time. Such a sweet spirit taken too soon. Sincerely, Annie, Margo and Yves Hebert
Callie Cormier 2026-07-22 12:50:29
My condolences go out to Jake's family and loved ones. He was taken too soon. May you find strength in the love and passions he shared
Roger et Julie Langevin 2026-07-22 12:46:09
We offer your family our deepest condolences. May God give you peace in this hard time. May God wrap His loving arms around you as you grieve.
Kim & Shawn Murray 2026-07-22 11:59:15
Our sincerest condolences to the Gilhuis and Feenstra families, and all those who loved Jacob.
Stacy Wahler 2026-07-22 10:32:31
I’m so sorry for this tragic loss :( Sweet dreams Jake 🕊️Condolences to his family and friends 💐
Matthew Noble 2026-07-22 09:42:51
To the loved ones of Jacob, I am terribly sorry for your loss, Jake was a friend, kind-hearted, generous and not a day goes by where I’m not thinking of him. Matthew Noble
Doug and Connie Visser 2026-07-22 09:39:38
Bill and Ro our deepest condolences on the loss of your precious Jake! Our hearts are broken and we are constantly lifting you up in our prayers that our gracious Lord brings comfort and peace in this unbearable pain and sorrow. We love you!
Pam S and Greg Harvie 2026-07-22 06:54:36
We pray for God’s strength and comfort during this extremely difficult time.
Maggie, Kevin, Sheilah Gaffney & Gafftech Solutions Family 2026-07-22 06:40:02
Our sincere condolences to the Gilhuis family. May God give you all strength at this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are all heartbroken. RIP our dear Jacob. Maggie Gaffney & Family and the Gafftech family.
Raymonde Rochon 2026-07-21 23:15:56
Condoléances to your familly to young and to soon hope you will have the strength to carry on my thoughts are we you in this deficile time RIP JACOB 🙏 🪦
Spirito Family 2026-07-21 20:05:08
Our deepest condolences!
Lynne Léger 2026-07-21 17:16:24
I am so sorry for the trasnsition of your son, brother, friend in God's home so early. May God bless ypu and your family and help you through your greiving. HAVE A BLAST JACOB with your eternal life and enjoy whayever you liked.🙏🏽🙏🏽
Daniel Vandervoort and staff 2026-07-21 16:24:34
Sincere condolences to the Gilhuis and Feenstra families. May God comfort all of you. 🙏🏻
Marie-Josee Gauthier 2026-07-21 16:10:33
I am deeply sorry for your loss, Bill and Rosanna. I pray that you will find solace in God. RIP Jacob.
Sylvie Roy 2026-07-21 14:27:11
My condolences
Denis J et Ginette Lalonde 2026-07-21 14:26:42
So sorry for your loss. Way too young to leave this earth. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.