Rose Mary "Roma" Turnbull-Maurice

On January 31, peacefully in her home, Roma passed away after a brief illness. Predeceased by her beloved husband Michael, Roma leaves her daughter Sarah (Sarah), son David (Becky), and her grandchildren Laura and Jack. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, Roma studied to be a teacher and moved to Montreal for her first teaching job in the early 60s. After a year, Roma returned to Scotland where she married her first husband, Jim. The two returned to Canada, this time to Ontario, where they settled in Toronto. Here Roma began her long career as an elementary school teacher with the Separate School Board. She taught every grade, finally moving into the position of guidance counsellor. During this time, she obtained her degree in history from York University. After Jim passed away, Roma met her second husband, Michael, to whom she was married for 37 years. They bought a home in the Bronte area of Oakville in 1981. Both were lucky enough to retire quite early, and enjoyed many hobbies and activities in their retirement. They were avid members of the Oakville lawn bowling club. Roma also volunteered at Oakville Trafalgar Hospital for many years. They travelled the world together and enjoyed rustic adventures. They made an effort to go to Scotland each year to spend time with Roma's lifelong friends. Roma enjoyed gardening, jeopardy, and doing aquafit at the local YMCA. She was a voracious reader and was at the Woodside library weekly. After Michael passed away in 2018, Roma joined a walking group where she met many close friends. She was an incredibly intelligent and generous woman with a huge heart. She will be missed by all who knew her. The family would like to thank the Nurse Next Door for their wonderful care during her illness. In lieu of flowers, please support the Oakville Public Library.