‘Pa Tokkie’ Gerrie Ruijmgaart (73) has died The patriarch of the well-known Dutch Tokkie family, Gerrie Ruijmgaart, has passed away at the age of 73. Multiple Dutch news outlets confirmed his death on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Ruijmgaart, affectionately known as “Pa Tokkie,” was the father of the Amsterdam-based family that gained public attention through their appearances in various media over the years. His passing was announced in a joint video message by the family, shared across several platforms. Tributes poured in following the news, with relatives expressing gratitude for the years they shared. One message read, “Bedankt voor alle mooie jaren,” thanking him for all the beautiful years. His death marks the end of an era for a family that became a recognizable part of Dutch popular culture, remembered for their candid presence in the public eye. No further details about the cause of death have been released at this time.
‘Pa Tokkie’ Gerrie Ruijmgaart (73) Overleden – Familie Deelt Verdrietig Nieuws in Gezamenlijke Videoboodschap
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