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Jack Zeinstra
January 28, 2026
ZEINSTRA, Jacobus Theodorus “Jack” – Passed away unexpectedly at South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Walkerton, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at the age of 66.
Cherished husband of Beth Zeinstra for 42 years. Loving Dad of Angela Zeinstra (Rhys Benbow), Teresa Zeinstra (Devon Jessome), and Matt Zeinstra. Adored Grandpa “Bubba Louie” of Myles and Owen Benbow, and Baby Jessome due in May. Dear brother of Brent (Mary Lynn), Grace (Kim) Lennox, Maria Zeinstra-Dye (Mike Dye), Maurice, and Brian (Jenny); son-in-law of Marybelle and John Nanninga; and brother-in-law of Marcel DeClerk. Lovingly remembered by his many nieces, nephews and their families, the Nanninga family, and many dear friends. Predeceased by his parents Maurits and Catharina, sister Margaret DeClerk, and brother Dirk.
Jack never did anything halfway, and he never did anything quietly. He put his heart and soul into every project, no matter how big or small. He had many interests and passions and was most proud of being a pilot. Over the years he and Beth shared numerous adventures together, travelling across Canada in the planes he built with his own hands. Jack’s memory will live on through his family and he will never be forgotten.
A come and go celebration of Jack's life will be held at the Neustadt Community Hall, 183 Enoch Street, Neustadt on Sunday, March 1st from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Jack are asked to consider the Neustadt and District Lions Club or Hope Air. Donations and online condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com
Condolences
I am sorry to hear of Jack's passing.
Being the former Manager at the Saugeen Municipal Airport I enjoyed having discussion with Jack about the airport and the planes he built.
Grace, I am so sorry to hear of Jack's death! My thoughts are with you and your family.
— Shelley Love, February 28, 2026We are saddened to hear of the passing of Jack. To the Zeinstra Family, please accept our condolences. Carol Ann & Rams, Clifford.
— Al Rams, February 16, 2026Dear Beth and family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss and wish you a lot of strength
Love,
Kajo Schenk, Heemstede, the Netherlands.
My sincere condolences to Jack’s immediate and extended families.
— Jeannette (Landman) Jamieson, February 6, 2026My sincere condolences to Beth and family. Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers 🙏
— Patti Butchart, February 6, 2026Lieve familie Zeinstra in Canada
Wat een verdrietig nieuws hoorden wij dat onze neef Jack zo plotsklaps is overleden.
Jack stond nog zo midden in het leven, wat zullen jullie hem missen!
Gecondoleerd met het overlijden van Jack, lieve man, vader en opa van jullie.
Wij wensen jullie allemaal heel veel sterkte toe. Hopelijk geven de ongetwijfeld warme herinneringen jullie troost.
Wij denken aan jullie.
Liefs, Jetty en Jan van Lingen - Zeinstra
( dochter van oom Jaap en tante Minke)
Dear Beth and family.
We are deeply saddened about Jack’s sudden passing.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
We wish you all a lot of strength and our thoughts are with you.
Sieb & Gemma Hettinga.
Dear Beth and family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. He was a constant source of encouragement throughout my pilot journey, celebrating every milestone with genuine excitement, and I will always be honored to have shared the sky with him, especially flying side by side on our flight to Collingwood in one of the coolest airplanes ever built. He will be deeply missed, and I will carry his support and spirit with me every time I fly.
To Beth and families, Bill and I send our condolences to all of you in the passing of Jack. Stay strong and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you navigate the sadness that this loss has created.Bill and Marlene Douma .
— Marlene Douma, February 4, 2026Beth & family, so sorry for your loss.
— Michael & MaryLou Noone, February 4, 2026Brian, Grace, Maria, Maurice and the rest of the gang...
So saddened to hear of this news. May your memories of love and laughter and lots of shenanigans warm your hearts.
Sherry Kerr
Sorry for your loss Beth and family. And to Jacks brothers and sisters and their families.
— Gary Scott, February 3, 2026Sincere condolences to all the family. May he Rest In Peace . We will keep you in our prayers
— Wilfried & Nancy Boerkamp, February 3, 2026Beth, and family:
Thinking about you at this difficult time . Sending sympathy.
Dear Beth & Family,
I wanted to tell you how saddened we are to hear of the passing of Jack, so early and suddenly. It is hard not to wish for one more day, one more word, and a chance to say goodbye.
Our deepest condolences to you, your family, and the Zeinstra & Nanninga family. We are thinking of you all, and we are sorry for your loss.
Love,
Thea & Jaring
Brian, Jenny, and the rest of the Zeinstra family. So sorry to hear about your Brother. WAY too soon. Our prayers are with you.
Jason and Amber Oakes
To Jack's family. We were happy customers of Jack's over the years. The advice he gave us was always so wise and knowledgeable - he knew his stuff!!!! We would like to send out deepest condolences to Jack's family and community. He will be missed.
— Jackie Ralph, February 3, 2026Dear Beth and family, we wish to send our heartfelt sympathy as we learn of Jack’s passing. We think of recently at the Lions Partners dinner when we had dinner at the same table as you two and likewise at the time of the Neustadt Lions celebrating being Chartered 50 years there also we visited with you at the same table over dinner. It is at times like this when memories go into gear and when I (Harry) read the name Nanninga it immediately took me back forty or fifty years ago when I was at the Nanninga farm looking at or wanting to purchase dairy heifers.
— Harry and Ruth Bender, February 3, 2026Beth, sending our deepest condolences to you and your family. We were so very shocked to hear of Jack's passing.
It was a pleasure getting to know Jack during the your home building process. He was a very detailed oriented man, he knew exactly what he wanted...and how he wanted it done (and this is a good thing).
So sorry to hear of the passing of Jack enjoyed his company at the lions functions He will be missed
— Darryl and Marylou Klein, February 2, 2026Dear Beth and families please receive my sincere condolances by this sudden loss of your beloved husband, dad and Bubba.
May he rest in peace Elly Pennings
Dear Beth and family, I am so very sorry to hear of our losing our Jack so suddenly . Sending heartfelt condolences to you and your entire family, he will certainly be remembered & dearly missed
Garry Shepherd & Jenny Bridge
We were so surprised to ear of Jack's
passing. Our sincere condolences to you Beth, Angela, Teresa, Matt and the rest of the family. Thinking about you and sending you hugs. Mariette and Aad
Our sincere condolences to the entire Zeinstra families.
— Karen K Switzer Jim Seifried, February 1, 2026Dear Beth and family, so shocked and saddened to hear of Jack's passing. I have fond memories from working in his hangar and looked forward to his visits. Please accept my sincere condolences.
— Rick & Sandra Lark, February 1, 2026We were deeply saddened to hear of Jack's passing. You all have our condolences and your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless and comfort each of you with many happy memories. 🙏
— David & Elspeth Cholagh, February 1, 2026Beth and family, Sorry for your loss. Larry enjoyed working with Jack in the Neustadt Lions' club.
— Larry and Joan Kreager,, February 1, 2026Our sincere condolences to the Zeinstra family . My mother , Margaret Dunneen taught in the one room school in Proton and often talked about the kindness and generosity of the Zeinstra family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Dan and Doris Tone
So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers 🙏 are with you.
— Ken and Margy Smart, February 1, 2026We are saddened to hear of the passing of a nice man, and friend. Our sincerest sympathy goes out to the family.
— Marohl and Diane, February 1, 2026OH Beth and family, i am so shocked to hear this. I had so much fun when you and jack came out for volleyball.
— sheila and jim meyer, February 1, 2026We were saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Jack.
To Beth and the Kids , we send you our deepest sympathies.
We send you warm hugs and our love.
Joanne and Howard
Brian & Jenny and Family, our deepest condolences to you and your family, sending caring thoughts your way.
Maxine & Rick Parker and Family.
Our sincere condolences to you Beth and your family. Jack was a very focused individual and his knowledge of the business was beyond reproach. Jack loved to fly and he was a great pilot, he and Beth flew all over Canada in the plane Jack built. Jack gave hundreds of hours helping out at the Hanover airport. Have fun flying with Angels Jack. Elaine and Tony Lang
— Elaine and Tony lang, January 31, 2026My family and Jack’s were neighbours while growing up in South Proton and I can recall his kind nature and friendliness whenever I was a guest in the Zeinstra home. Those traits obviously followed him into adulthood. My parents eventually moved to Mount Forest and whenever they had need of Jack’s company’s services he always went above and beyond to look after them. My wife Elaine and I wish to convey our deepest condolences to Jack’s wife Beth and his family and many friends
— Robin and Elaine Pickett, January 31, 2026Our deepest sympathies go to your family.
— Lucas & Kim Bifolchi, January 31, 2026To Beth and family , our sincere condolences on the passing of Jack much too soon…from seeing him locally, to meeting at agricultural functions and shows through his work to meeting him at the airport…always eager , friendly and willing to share..He will be missed.
— Jim’s d Mary Lou Fairles, January 31, 2026Sending sincere condolences to Beth and family and the staff at Rural Routes. Im sure Jack will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.
— Jamie CALLAN, January 31, 2026Our deepest condolences to all of the family.
Rob, Sylvia and Jordan Voisin
Dear Beth, and family,
My sincerist condolances with the demise of Jack.
Even though I only met him once, at the home of Johan and Marybell, he made a very positive impression on me.
I with you the best.
Jan Roemeling Frima
Dear Beth and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. My sincere condoleances. I wish you a lot of strength.
Love,
Doortje Roemeling Frima
Soest, The Netherlands
To Beth and family, we are so sorry to hear of Jack’s passing.
During our many visits to Hanover airport we came to appreciate Jack’s amazing energy, innovative ideas
and his desire to help others in so many ways. He will be missed.
Please except my heart felt condolences Beth and to the whole Zeinstra family. I was shocked to read this. Will certainly miss our chats and visits when he could get to our breakfast club. Fly high my friend!
— Ruth Truax, January 31, 2026My deepest sympathy to Beth and her family. The Zeinstras were our neighbours. I have such wonderful memories at their home. I’m so sorry for your loss. 💕
— Sheila Kerr, January 31, 2026Angela & Rhys, Myles & Owen
So very sorry to hear about your father’s passing Angela.
Our condolences go out to you, Rhys, the boys and the rest of your family.
Uncle Chris & Aunt Susan Benbow
Our condolences to you Beth and your family.
Paul and Mary Dowling.
Our sincere condolence Beth and family - Ken and Shirley Schaefer
— Ken and Shirley Schaefer, January 31, 2026Deepest sympathy on the passing of Jack. Yeti and I will miss our morning hellos from him. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
Condolences from my Dad, David as well.
Our sincere condolences to Beth and their family. Jack had such a large presence in his community. He will surely be missed.
— Tom and Peggy Hutchinson, January 31, 2026