Vens, Rutgerus "Gerry" Gerry passed away peacefully in Perth hospital on Saturday, March 11th, 2017 at the age of 83 years. He was the husband of Edith (Struening) Vens, the love of her life, and dear father of Rudy (Gerry), Ronnie, Tom (Susan), Andreas (Ursula) and Silvia (Dave). Gerry was the cherished Opa of Emma (William), Kyra, Meagan, Richard, Michael and Nancy. He will be sadly missed also by his sister Marie and many relatives in Holland and all his friends. Gerry was predeceased by his parents Theodorus and Goverdina (Van Kessel) Vens and two brothers and three sisters. Friends are invited to gather at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St., West, Perth on Friday, March 17th, 2017 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. A sharing of memories will take place at 3:00 P.M. In remembrance of Gerry, contributions to the Palliative Care Program, Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation Perth would be appreciated.