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Johan Pieter vanderKeyl

Belmont, MA, USA

August 25, 1954 - July 9, 2020

Aug 25, 1954 - Jul 9, 2020

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marguerite gillet

I am so sorry to read this. Pieter his mother was my dad’s sister but we never met since they were living in the US and we in the Netherlands. My dad died unfortunately in 2002 and besides mieke who visites the netherlands in 1982 he never saw his other sisters again

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Maria McDonough

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Maria McDonough

Thank you for sharing. I’m sorry your father and Mieke didn’t get to see one another again. And that you ... Read more Thank you for sharing. I’m sorry your father and Mieke didn’t get to see one another again. And that you and my father were never... Read more Thank you for sharing. I’m sorry your father and Mieke... Read more

Paul Bellantoni

1982, Townsend, MA, USA

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Paul Bellantoni

So I know my lifelong love of Star Wars came from Piete (still can't believe Maria fell asleep when he took... Read more So I know my lifelong love of Star Wars came from Piete (still can't believe Maria fell asleep when he took us to the re-release... Read more So I know my lifelong love of Star Wars came from Piete... Read more

Maria McDonough

Thank you for sharing this, UP! 💜 Thank you for sharing this, UP! 💜 Thank you for sharing this, UP! 💜

Joan Dudley

Even though Pieter and I grew up in Belmont, I didn’t actually meet him until many years later. We became very good friends, and we had many things in common. We were both in the beauty business and we both had four children and lots of grandchildren. Pieter was so proud of his children and we both boasted how lucky we were to have such wonderful kids. It wasn’t until Pieter became sick, our friendship developed into a stronger bond. We went to the Cape for a few days last year and we really had a very nice time, reminiscing about the olden days, (fast cars), and sang songs from that time , yes it was a bit corny, but fun! I have wonderful memories with Pieter, even though our time together was not long, he will be missed. My deepest condolences to Pieter’s family during this very difficult time. 💔

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Lauren St. George

Maria McDonough

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Maria McDonough

Thank you so much for sharing this, Joan. And for your friendship and support 💜 Thank you so much for sharing this, Joan. And for your friendship and support 💜 Thank you so much for sharing this, Joan. And for your... Read more

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Louise Beanland

Pieter was a fixture of my young adult life. I remember going to Discos With him your mom and uncle Charlie. We also went to see The Wiz in Boston that was a fun night. We work together in construction of two commercial buildings and looking back on it that was fun. He was so happy when you were all born and I remember him bringing Lauren and Maria to the construction office you were so adorable (Still are ) he was very blessed to have you and your beautiful children with him during the last year plus. Sending so much love to all of you
Aunt Louise ❤️

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Lauren St. George

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Maria McDonough

Thank you for sharing 💜 Thank you for sharing 💜 Thank you for sharing 💜

Rachel Bellantoni

Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss. From the time’s I met Pieter he was always very kind. May he rest in peace

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Maria McDonough

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Maria McDonough

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Allie Frost

My deepest condolences to your family on this great loss. I met Pieter over a decade ago through mutual friends in the local music and entertainment scene. I had the pleasure to chat and hang out with him on many occasions, as we would discuss life, music, movies and art. He loved talking about his daughters, an undeniably proud father. He was always down to earth and easy to talk to, with a great sense of humor. I am thankful to have at least stayed connected with him on social media when those days came to an end. Rest in Peace, Pieter. All the best to your family.

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Maria McDonough

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Maria McDonough

Thank you Thank you Thank you

Rolf P. J. van der Keijl

Pieter visited us in Amsterdam years ago with his parents as a young boy. Also than he was already very interested in cars. I never knew that he liked cars that much. Later on our contact became closer in taking care of his mother. A beautiful, nice, strong woman. He is looking so like his father, who was also a very nice man. So I'm deeply hit by his death. Pieter.....Rest In Peace!

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Corrie van der Keyl

John Vanderkeyl

Bethany LaClair

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Maria McDonough

Thank you for sharing, Rolf 💜 Thank you for sharing, Rolf 💜 Thank you for sharing, Rolf 💜

Maria Hasenecz

Wow, what a beautiful tribute to your father. It’s sums up so many of his unique qualities. As a child I was fortunate enough to spend a bit of fun time with your dad as he and your mom would take me to do all sorts of fun things. Go to the Wiers at the lake, go to fun spot, getting ice cream at Kimbles. Sometimes ‘scary to me’ rides in his muscle cars, which I didn’t love so much! He took me to Star Wars and I fell asleep. He must’ve been aghast! You all had been so caring to your father throughout this and it’s wonderful your children got to spend a little time with their ‘Opa’. I’m sure it must be a source of great pain and loss and I’m sending you all my love. Love aunt Maria

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John Vanderkeyl

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Maria McDonough

Thank you for sharing, Aunt Maria Thank you for sharing, Aunt Maria Thank you for sharing, Aunt Maria

Eleanor Bellantoni

What a beautiful obituary . Your Dad has been a huge part of our lives. We remember all of the holidays and get togethers with family. We cherish all of the fun times at the Lake with you all and your Dad. You and your beautiful children made him so happy in his final days. He will be missed by so many people. We send our love .Grandma and Grandpa.

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Maria McDonough

Thank you, Gramma. He sure loved talking with you and Grandpa 💜 Thank you, Gramma. He sure loved talking with you and Grandpa 💜 Thank you, Gramma. He sure loved talking with you and... Read more

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Bethany LaClair

Stacy Dos santos

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John Vanderkeyl

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Stacy Dos santos

Pieter wasn’t just a friend to my children and I he was family. My kids call him uncle Pieter . He came into... Read more Pieter wasn’t just a friend to my children and I he was family. My kids call him uncle Pieter . He came into my life when I needed... Read more Pieter wasn’t just a friend to my children and I he... Read more

Bethany LaClair

Thank you for sharing this. My dad spoke of you and your kids often ❤️ Thank you for sharing this. My dad spoke of you and your kids often ❤️ Thank you for sharing this. My dad spoke of you and... Read more

John Bellantoni

There are so many memories that Pieter and I shared. One we both would reminisce about was when we had to tar a foundation in Weston in 90 degree heat. It seems so simple yet it was a memory we both shared and we would talk about that day. We also worked together in both the construction business and the car business
He will be dearly missed
Love,
Uncle John

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Bethany LaClair

He loved to tell stories about working with you and know he thought of you as a younger brother. Thanks for... Read more He loved to tell stories about working with you and know he thought of you as a younger brother. Thanks for sharing, Uncle John... Read more He loved to tell stories about working with you and... Read more

Corrie van der Keyl

Thank you for the wonderful obituary about Pieter.
My father, Rene, was Pieter’s first cousin. Sounds like they had many things in common - love of cars/mechanics; great storytellers; lots of trivia knowledge; good at building things and could easily talk to anyone at anytime about anything!
I enjoyed getting to know Pieter over the last 11 years, even though it was only via social media. He shared a lot of great photos and information about the van der Keyl family. He was entertaining and interesting! His love for his family came across as very strong.
My condolences to you all - Lauren, Maria, John and Bethany. 💙

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Bethany LaClair

Thank you for sharing this and your condolences ❤️ Thank you for sharing this and your condolences ❤️ Thank you for sharing this and your condolences ❤️

Bettina Pyne

A word to describe my cousin, fun! When I think of Pieter, i think laughter, fun and sometimes a little mischief. From the time we were kids, good times were had together. He liked to tease and when he did I called him out cause he sounded just like his dad. Some of my most vivid memories were up by the lake. He was the first of us to drive and we took full advantage. He loved his cars. We went all around up there till the night he missed a turn and on a stone wall we landed. Boy he was mad, his car you know!! I also talked him into going up there in winter. My sister ran away from home and my parents thought Pieter and I would make a good rescue team. Two 17 year olds in the night all the way to Meredith NH. I don't think I could have driven it alone. Especially when the car suspension let go and a priest stopped to help us.. Told you, with Pieter round, never a dull moment. Teenage years were an adventure with him, I'll never forget them. I will never forget you either cuz. You were truly one of a kind

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Maria McDonough

Thank you so much for sharing this, Bettina. We love to hear stories and memories of him 💜 Thank you so much for sharing this, Bettina. We love to hear stories and memories of him 💜 Thank you so much for sharing this, Bettina. We love... Read more

Bethany LaClair

I loved reading this, Bettina. Thank you so much for sharing ❤️ I loved reading this, Bettina. Thank you so much for sharing ❤️ I loved reading this, Bettina. Thank you so much for... Read more

Lois Walter

I am thankful for the JOY he got from you children and his grandchildren ( and grandpup ). You did a wonderful job advocating and caring for him from the day he was diagnosed. He left this world surrounded by your love . It was palpable just being in the room with you all. My heart is heavy for you my precious children. I hope you know what a precious gift you gave him. One that likely went both ways. I love you. Mom

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Corrie van der Keyl

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Maria McDonough

Thank you, Mom 💜 Thank you, Mom 💜 Thank you, Mom 💜

Wendy Ouellette

I honestly didn’t have the privilege to know Pieter as well as some but he did make an impression. We met by chance one day. He walked into my West Acton salon to spread the word of a product that may have been appropriate for our business. Usually I’m pretty firm with salespeople and would just thank them for their time and send them on their way but Pieter’s friendly vibe drew us into conversation. After a few minutes of chat, we realized that he knew and worked with my mother for a couple of years for the Bellantoni family. Small world. Needless to say, he was successful with selling the product. We met up a few times in regards to salon business and he has always supported my business on social media. I admired his ability to remember people and stay in touch. Sometimes we would benefit from a pop-in visit at the salon from Pieter to say hi on his way to visit another of his many friends. I never once doubted the sincerity of his friendliness and warmth. He was a treasure.

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Maria McDonough

Thank you for sharing this 💜 Thank you for sharing this 💜 Thank you for sharing this 💜

Lenny DAlleva

Sorry to hear this. Great guy great memories. Sorry to Harry and Hans And to the rest of the family

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Lenny DAlleva

Haven’t seen Pieter in years he was a good friend of my brother back in the 70s they met at Star market where... Read more Haven’t seen Pieter in years he was a good friend of my brother back in the 70s they met at Star market where they worked together... Read more Haven’t seen Pieter in years he was a good friend of... Read more

Maria McDonough

Thank you for sharing with us 💜 Thank you for sharing with us 💜 Thank you for sharing with us 💜

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Miranda van der Keyl

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Lauren St. George

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Dad and kids

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Eleanor Bellantoni

What a beautiful picture. Your Dad looks so happy. What a beautiful picture. Your Dad looks so happy. What a beautiful picture. Your Dad looks so happy.... Read more

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