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Netty Keizer Obituary
Netty Keizer died Thursday evening, April 17, 2014 with family by her side at Brandon Woods in Lawrence, KS.
Netty was born November 13, 1927 in Palembang, Indonesia on the island of Sumatra, to Naomi and Paian Pasaribu, the third of 10 children.
She married her husband and best friend, Gerard Keizer, March 17, 1947. In 1957, Netty, Gerard and their two young sons emigrated to the United States from The Netherlands, settling in the Lone Star area of Douglas County, sponsored by The Lone Star Church of the Brethren where they were members. Throughout her life, Netty served by caring for others, particularly young people. She worked for many years on the cafeteria staff of Hashinger Hall on the University of Kansas campus and most recently with the Princeton Children's Center of Lawrence, KS. She volunteered in a variety of ways, with the emphasis on helping others. Netty was an incredible cook and never knew a stranger seated at her table. She loved the outdoors and with the first hint of spring, would be found preparing her garden, which along with her menagerie of animals and pets, would keep her busy beyond the first frost of autumn.
Netty was preceded in death by her parents and six siblings, daughter-in-law, Patty and her husband of 61 years, Gerard. Netty loved and was very proud of her children and their spouses: Erik, Denver, CO; Ferry Keizer and Caroline Grootes, Lawrence, KS; Clair Keizer and Terry Levine, Kansas City, MO; Ingrid Keizer Wilson and Andrew Wilson, Blue Springs, MO; her 12 grandchildren: Jason Schroeder, Bryce Schroeder, Corey Keizer, Margot (Michael) Keizer Zigmont, Adam (Jennifer) Keizer-Marcinkowski, Sonia Keizer, Emily Keizer, Sydney Keizer, Nina Keizer, Patrick Keizer, Olivia Wilson and Elias Wilson; and two great-grandchildren, Penelope and George Zigmont. Living siblings include: Martha Nelly Pasaribu, Frankfurt, Germany; Pauline (Boetet) Pasaribu Simuputang Djakarta, Java, Indonesia; Lodewyk Pasaribu, Padang, Sumatra, Indonesia; and Henky Pasaribu, Palembang, Sumatra, Indonesia.
The family suggests memorials to the Douglas County Senior Center or Grace Hospice, sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
A memorial celebrating Netty's incredible life will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, May 30, at the Lone Star Church of the Brethren. The family will greet guests immediately after.
Online condolences may be sent to www.warrenmcelwain.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Netty Keizer
Tammy Sumeleh
April 20, 2024
Tante Netty was a very warm person and a great cook. I sat and ate on her table a couple of times when I was a studen at KU, together with Toga and Andy Simatupang. I will remember her always.
Polly and Bill Bouska
May 10, 2014
I will miss our long phone calls and Netty telling me "I'm so glad you called because you make me laugh so much. I love you". We had a nice lunch before Christmas together and was looking forward to more when weather got better. Rest in Peace Netty my friend. I will always think of you and how much your friendship meant to me. Blessings to all her family.
April 30, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Please know that God is your comfort and support during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy.
Tracy Quillin
April 28, 2014
Netty cared for both my sons at Princeton Children's Center. She was always so kind, caring, and supportive. Having her as a presence in their early years meant a lot to me. She will be deeply missed.
April 28, 2014
May the depth of your faith and the love of those who share your loss, comfort you at this time of sadness for your family. (Matthew 5:4)
~Ms. Debi
Iyo Grenon
April 25, 2014
Farewell, Tante, and let God take good care of you. To Eric, Ferry, Clair and Ingrid, our heartfelt condolences to you and family. Thank you for allowing Netty to be part of our journey. Blessed her loving and caring heart. Love you lots, Tante!
Laurenza Pertiwi
April 25, 2014
My deepest condolences to Keizer family. May loving memories of her bring you comfort and strength. Tante Netty was a sweet and kind lady, who welcomed us to her home anytime with Om Keizer. For many Indonesian students who studied in Kansas, she was a loving mother figure, who spoiled us with her home meal cooking. I will always remember and cherish those lovely times at her home. Rest in peace Tante Netty... you will be missed dearly.
Tammy Sumeleh
April 24, 2014
Tante Netty, you were a beautiful person and a great cook. Thank you for all your kindness to us when we were at KU. Be happy with the Good Lord in Heaven.
James Bong
April 24, 2014
To the family of Netty Keizer (we knew her as Tante Netty), the Bong family (James, Dallas; John, Houston; Jerry, Chicago) would like to express our condolences and deepest sympathy. Our mother Sylvia befriended Tante Netty back in 1969 - 1970 time frame & from the days of the "Small World" organization in Lawrence. And some of her children were classmates & friends at Lawrence High School. May God's calling & bid her to come to His heavenly kingdom grant Tante eternal rest, ever lasting peace & happiness. May the family find comfort through God's Blessings and knowing your loved one is in Heaven.
Marriott Family
April 24, 2014
Praying the Lord will surround you
with His peace and comfort.
Yenny Krisnadi
April 23, 2014
My love, thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
She was an amazing and beautiful person. She will be deeply missed.
I love you lots Tante Netty.
Johannes Adriaansen
April 23, 2014
My heart goes out to the Keizer family with your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Perpisahan, Netty. .. beristirahat dalam damai, sampai kita bertemu lagi.
Susan Tate-Turner
April 23, 2014
Sorry for your loss
April 23, 2014
Dear Keizer Family:
Rogelio and I were are so sorry to hear this news. She was an amazing woman. Our thoughts are with you.
Marianne Deagle & Rogelio Lasso-Chicago
Karen Baker
April 23, 2014
Celebrate a life well lived!
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