John Fryters

In Loving Memory of John Fryters (1948-2026) It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Fryters, a beloved husband, father, and friend, who peacefully departed from this world on April 11, 2026, at Victoria Hospital in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. He was 77 years old. John was born on October 8, 1948, in the beautiful landscapes of Belgium to his loving parents, Johannes and Anna Frijters. He was predeceased by them, as well as his brother Henk Frijters and sister Maria Snoeckx. Despite experiencing the loss of his immediate family, John was a beacon of hope and love to all who knew him. John is survived by his cherished wife of 56 years, Hannelore, with whom he shared a remarkable journey of love and companionship. Together, they built a family that embodies the very essence of his values and spirit. John leaves behind his adored children: daughter Brigitte and her husband, Patrick Meeus, and their children Ari, Timothy, and Twyla (spouse Brendan Matijiw) along with great-granddaughters Amalia and Elodie; his son Detlef, and his grandchildren Joshua and Jenine; and daughter Manuela with her husband, Brad Everett, and their children Christopher (spouse Sarah and great-grandson Wesley), Maren (partner Stefan Toivonen), Bennett (spouse Lauren), Abbey, and Nathaniel. Altogether, John was blessed with ten grandchildren and three great-grandchildren who were the light of his life. John's life was a testament to selfless service and dedication to others. Throughout his career, he committed himself to helping people in various capacities, whether it was assisting recovering addicts, guiding prison inmates, supporting pregnant teens, or comforting those in hospice care. His missionary work took him across the globe, touching lives in Peru, India, and South Sudan. In his later years, he continued his noble work by caring for seniors in Prince Albert. For the past 32 years, John was a pillar of the Prince Albert community, known for his ministry and educational contributions. He initiated numerous impactful projects, including Bible schools and church outreaches, which provided solace and support to the vulnerable members of society. His unwavering faith and dedication to uplifting others will leave a lasting legacy. The Fryters family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Victoria Hospital for the compassionate care they provided during John's final days, especially Dr. James and nurses Bola and Stephanie. Special thanks also go to their family doctor, Dr. Heather Ferguson, and Dr. Wells of Saskatoon, Dr. Kevin Henbid, and Dr. Mark Henbid for their invaluable service and care. As per John’s wishes there will be no public funeral or memorial and the family will have a private celebration of his life in the coming months. John Fryters will be forever remembered for his unwavering kindness, his commitment to serving others, and the profound love he had for his family. He touched countless lives and leaves behind a legacy of compassion and faith. Though he is no longer with us, his spirit will continue to inspire and guide us all.