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An Unusual Relationship For the duration of the war, Cornelis and Maria Keers sheltered, a Jewess named Wil van Rood. She was a childhood friend of Maria and assisted her by looking after the young family and in particular their 2-yearold child Lourens Cornelis Keers. Wil was affectionately referred to by the family as Tante (Aunty) Wil. Interestingly, Erica briefly met Wil while hiding there. Wil gave her a serviette ring, which Erica kept with her during the War. She gave this ring to her son Martin in early June 2012 after his return from Holland and his visit to the places where Erica was hidden. Wolter Keers Initiative 2012 On 17 May 2012 Wolter Keers facilitated an opportunity for Martin and Ruth Moen to visit various places in Holland and speak to people who represent some of the Yad Vashem nominees mentioned in this booklet. Wolter Keers is the son of Minister Cornelis and Maria Keers. His initiative on the Moen’s visit to Holland in 2012 demonstrates that the humanitarian principles shown by his parents continue to this day. PAGE 12 Wolter Keers and Martin Moen 2012 ©2013 Edited and compiled by Martin Moen, Perth, Western Australia.
How does the keers family feel about the ceremony? Wolter Arinus Keers (youngest child of Cornelis & Maria Keers) “Mijn ouders, Cor en Rie Keers-Bokhorst, hebben vanuit een christelijke overtuiging gedurende hun hele leven altijd veel aandacht gehad voor de medemens en de mensen in nood. Daar waar hun inzicht, visie, aandacht of daadwerkelijke hulp gewenst was, gevraagd werd of gewoon nodig was, stonden zij altijd klaar voor degene, die hulp nodig had.Dit vonden zij een gewone taak van ieder mens. In oorlogstijd gold dit des te harder, met name voor hen, die een veilig onderdak zochten of nodig hadden. Zij waren in die tijd aktief in het verzet en hielpen velen aan een veilige verblijfplaats. Voor deze inzet hebben beide ouders destijds het Verzetsherdenkingskruis ontvangen. During the war, their beliefs were far more difficult to practice, especially to protect those who were looking for a safe place to shelter from certain death. They were very active in the Dutch underground resistance movement and helped many people find a safe haven to hide. For their efforts they were recognised and awarded the “Resistance Memorial Cross”, shown here. So, today in awarding my parents with the additional honour of “Righteous Among the Nations” further demonstrates recognition of their commitment to support and save people in need and will forever inspire people visiting Yad Vashem, Israel. As the youngest son of Cor Keers and Rie Keers-Bokhorst, I am pleased that my parents have been recognised in this way.” Nu de Eretitel Rechtvaardige onder de Volkeren aan hen wordt toegekend, wordt een voor iedereen altijd zichtbare waardering voor hun inzet aangebracht in het Yad Vashem park in Israël. Als jongste zoon van Cor Keers en Rie Keers – Bokhorst ben ik blij met deze waardering voor mijn ouders.” Translation “My parents, Cor and Rie Keers-Bokhorst, were devout and practising Christians who throughout their lives devoted their time and effort to serve the needs of others. Regardless of whatever insight, vision, consideration or actual help was needed of requested, they were always ready to assist those who required help. They believed this to be the fundamental responsibility of all mankind. Carolien van Thiel - Keers (eldest child of Cornelis & Marie Keers) De Yad Vashem onderscheiding voor mijn ouders, Cornelis Keers en Maria BokhorstToen ik het bericht ontving dat aan mijn ouders de Yad Vashem onderscheiding zou worden toegekend, was ik ontroerd. Omdat Erica Deen en haar familie zich hebben ingespannen voor een groepje redders van Joden. Door hun actie van nu wordt de gewetensvolle houding en de moed van Erica’s redders na 70 jaar weer actueel. Nog steeds is zo’n houding onmisbaar bij het redden en ondersteunen van vervolgden. De staat Israel onderstreept dat door deze Yad Vashem-toekenningen. Erica heb ik destijds in Lemelerveld natuurlijk niet ontmoet. Een meisje van 5 was ik toen. PAGE 13 ©2013 Edited and compiled by Martin Moen, Perth, Western Australia.
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Page 27 and 28: Remembering Harold and Rebecca Deen
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