Piet Bouthoorn

1941 – 2025

Piet, retired farmer and private pilot, died peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, on Saturday September 20, 2025. Piet was born in Rhoon, the Netherlands to Tom and Nell Bouthoorn. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Ellen, daughter in his heart Amy (Brad) and grandchildren Sampson, Jonah, Leilani, and Samuel. He is also survived by beloved brother Bas Bouthroon (late Myrtle) and favourite “little sister” Lia Ellyatt (late Paul) and their families. He was predeceased by his parents, Tom and Nell Bouthoorn. He is also survived by his in-laws, Bob & Judy Morrison and their families, predeceased by brothers-in-law, Jim and Mackie Morrison.

Piet had a deep faith, loved people and always tried to leave them with a smile. He wanted to be remembered as a good, honest man who did his best to lift peoples’ spirits. A stranger was merely a friend whom Piet had not yet met.

A private celebration of life has taken place. A private interment will take place at a later date. For those who wish to do so, donations to Habitat for Humanity Thousand Islands would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to Barclay Funeral Home, 137 Pearl St., E., Brockville, Ontario. The Celebration of Piet’s Life can be found using the link directly below. https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=ca6f8736-736c-4342-b9b8-490c1e55dd6a