Marie Rammeloo (née Van Raay)

Marie Rammeloo (née Van Raay), 93, passed away peacefully in her home, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength and generosity.

 

Born in the Netherlands, she carried her Dutch heritage throughout her life in her talent as a gardener, decorator and artist. A true force of nature, she welcomed everyone with warmth, determination and an open heart.

 

A devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she raised eight children and cherished her 15 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.

 

Her home was always open, her table always welcoming and her generosity extended to all. She freely gave her time, talents and compassion, teaching her family the importance of kindness and hard work.

 

She will be remembered for the gardens she cultivated, the paintings she gave away, the family she nurtured and the many lives she touched.

 

She is survived by her seven children: Raymond (Wilma) Rammeloo, Vivian Bere, Perry (Lori) Rammeloo, Danica (Jim) McNichol, Lisa (Kevin) Dutot, Jacqueline Fry, Corrie (Doug) Sholdice, 15 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren, five siblings - Jack Van Raay, Jeanine Dreisen, Burt Van Raay, Corrie LeClair, Joanne Delrue - and many brothers- and sisters-in-law, all of whom will miss her dearly.

 

She was predeceased by her husband, Pierre, her son, Wayne, her son-in-law, Reid Bere and sister, Cathy Boogaart.

 

A private family funeral has been held at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Brussels and a family celebration of Marie’s life was held at Corrie and Doug Sholdice’s home on Saturday, Oct. 17.

 

In lieu of flowers, the family invites you to make a donation to the Alzheimer's Society of Huron Perth or Huron Hospice Bender House.

 

Condolences may be left at riversidefuneralhome.ca