Maria C. “Miep” Van Spanje, 85, of Easton, died Friday, September 25, 2020 in The Gardens at Easton.
Born May 9, 1935 in Java, Indonesia, she was a daughter of the late Jan Kier Van Leeuwaarden and Anna Jacqueline (Van Senus) Van Leeuwaarden. Her husband, Gerard H. N. Van Spanje died in 2010.
Miep was a nurse at Easton Hospital and she also worked for Dr. Elder in Easton. She was a member of Our Lady of Mercy Parish.
Surviving are her children, Monique Van Spanje (Jess), Renee Stenger (David), Gerard Van Spanje (Stephanie), Marcel Van Spanje (Shannon), and Jean-Pierre Van Spanje (Lisa); eleven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Services will be private. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Judy (Hunsicker) Kunsman
September 27, 2020 at 3:35 pm
Monique,
Please except my sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. She was an amazing lady. I am so grateful I was able to meet you and her, your father and your family in my late teens! Please give my condolences also to the rest of your siblings and family! R.I.P. Miep (Mrs. Van Spanje!)
Jana (Dennis) Berg
September 27, 2020 at 7:32 pm
I’m so heartbroken for you all. I remember your mother (and father) fondly from the times out families used to get together. Your mom was one of the most beautiful souls – so kind, patient, and loving. My sympathies to you all.
Barbara Hyndman
September 27, 2020 at 9:25 pm
Entire Van-Spanje family…My sincere condolences. Oma was one of the most amazing woman I have ever met. She opened her heart to everyone and was ALWAYS there to help. My sons Dillon and Austin were so blessed to have such a loving Oma. I never stopped loving her! I’ll never forget our conversations about her growing up and all the hardships she endured. But it just made her stronger.We lost an Angel on Earth but she’s watching over us. Give Opa a hug for now you are together again. I LOVE YOU OMA!!
Richard E. Lutack II
September 27, 2020 at 9:56 pm
Your Mom and Dad were wonderful people. I was very fond of them. I am so very sorry for your families loss. May God’s blessings be with your Mom and family at this time. May She Rest In Peace.
Kristen Burger
September 29, 2020 at 9:56 am
Gerard,
My condolences to you, the girls and your family. Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time. Your mother was a beautiful lady, may she rest in peace.
Susan Curley
October 7, 2020 at 6:36 pm
My condolences to the Van Spanje family. I met your parents when I worked for them. I remember always talking with Miep and the stories she would tell. She had a rough beginning but she was a beautiful person. Even when I no longer worked for her we would get together occasionally and catch up. RIP Miep. You and Gerard are together again.
Ria van Senus Jones
February 6, 2024 at 8:37 pm
My condolences to the family. This is late but just found out. Miepie is a cousin of mine. Her mother Aunt Ans van Senus is a sister of my father Ben. We’re from The Hague. Aunt Ans was the sweetest person. May she rest in peace. I now live in Miami, Fl. .Ria van Senus Jones.