We're here to help in Vancouver — (604) 857-5779
We're here to help — (604) 857-5779
Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services Logo

Pirkko Tuulikki van Dijk

December 10, 2018

Pirkko van Dijk
Pirkko van Dijk, age 71, formerly of Blackfalds, AB, passed away peacefully in Sundre, AB after a short battle with cancer.  Pirkko enjoyed a 25 year career at the Blackfalds School as a grade 2 teacher before retiring in Caroline, AB.  Pirkko loved the community of Caroline and continued to substitute teach at the Caroline School.  She was also an active member of the Caroline Legion and held various offices including President.  Pirkko is survived by her husband Hendrik; son, Rik and his wife Christine; daughter Lisa and her husband Dave; grandson Jesse and his wife Patricia; granddaughter Jasmine and her fiancé Levon, great grandchildren Jack, Oliver and Ella.  Please join us in a celebration of her life on January 5, 2019 at the Caroline Legion from 2-5pm. 

Subscribe to updates

Please enter your email address to subscribe to updates. A confirmation email will be sent to verify your subscription.

Messages of Condolence


Your twirling on clouds now Pirkko! Missing the fun times we had, especially at Halloween! It was always fun to see what Pirko would create :o) Love to you all. Fred & Bonnie Hucul ~ Fred and Bonnie Hucul


Just read the obituaries. I am so sorry to hear of your loss Mike and family. I have often thought of you in Caroline. How time goes by as we get so busy with our lives. Wishing you our heartfelt condolences. Rest in peace Pirkko. Hugs. Deb ~ Deb Longstaff and Ralph nee Kujala


So sorry to hear of your loss. We remember so many great times. May your wonderful memories sustain you all. Ken and Lorraine Oliphant ~ Ken Oliphant