Mary Guezen

Mary Guezen

Mary Guezen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 6, 2011.
GUEZEN, Mary 1915 - 2011 Mary (Oma) died peacefully in Montreal at the age of ninety-five on Friday, July 1, 2011, surrounded by loving family. Predeceased by her husband Albert Guezen (Dec. 12, 1993) and nine brothers and sisters in Holland. Surviving are son, Robert (Heather) and daughter Ingrid (Philip), grandchildren Krista (Aaron), Nicolas (Emma), Angela (Reginald), Gregory and Matthew, great-grandchildren Anna, Devon and Makena, niece Jos (Norm), and Tante Co in New Zealand. Born and raised in Arnhem, Holland, Mary and Albert emigrated to Canada 60 years ago to the day. Known for her generosity, engaging wit, sense of humour and strong will, Mary will be sadly missed by all of her extended family and friends. Her memory will live on in our hearts and minds, especially through all of her handiwork. A special thank you to Sattie and the staff at Evergreen Place for many years of loving care. A celebration of Mary's life will take place at Rideau Funeral Home, 4275 des Sources, DDO, Quebec, on Saturday, July 9, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. As per Mary's wishes, in lieu of flowers, donations in her memory to the Canadian Lung Association ( www.lung.ca/donate ) would be greatly appreciated.

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Ann(Anneke) Cousineau

July 10, 2011

'Tante Rie'

To Ingrid, Rob and families
our sincere sympathy. We will keep fond memories, had by myself
of great fun times with Tante Rie and
my Mom (Tiny),her special Cheese cake I made her many time (without sugar). All the help and support she always gave when in time of need. Her teaching ways of telling stories. Support to all of you, during these difficult days.Thought of Tante Rie and all of you during her day of Celebration.
Love Anneke, Emile and family

Ann G

July 9, 2011

"Rie"

Farewell my dearest friend, you were a wonderful woman, an icon in our changing world. A loving mother, Oma & friend who gave so much of her lifeto her family and friends. Your legacy of love & life will live on forever. Sleep well my dearest. you are in my heart forever. With love. Ann G

Erika Taylor-Kummer

July 8, 2011

Our sincerest sympathy to all the family grieving Oma's passing. You are very fortunate to have had such a wonderful Mother and extra special, dedicated Oma. We shall always remember her as a witty, energetic and loving person. We are sending our love and will be there in spirit as you celebrate Oma's life - a life well lived.
Erika and Fred

July 8, 2011

Our sincerest sympathy to all the family grieving Oma's passing. You are very fortunate to have had such a wonderful Mother and extra special, dedicated Oma. We shall always remember her as a witty, energetic and caring person. We are sending our love and will be there in spirit, as you celebrate Oma's life - a life well lived.

Laura Taylor

July 8, 2011

I know so well how important an Oma is, how she grounds us in where we've come from and supports us into our future, and your Oma was exceptional. Over all the years of visits I remember Scrabble, I remember the neat, very Dutch home she kept, and her straight forward way of being in the world. I am so honoured to have known such a strong, bright light. All our love to all of you who grieve her passing but celebrate a well lived life.

July 7, 2011

We have fond memories of Roxboro as neighbours. Wow! Seems like yesterday. Blessings to your family. Much love,
Mike, Colleen (New Westminster, BC), Gillian (Victoria, BC) and Jennifer (Edmonton, AB) Hoyer

Janny, Klaas & Nancy Vander Baaren

July 6, 2011

We celebrated our first Canadian Christmas with the family after arriving Canada about 56 years ago. There were many visits since.

We remember Rie with fond and happy memories.

Janny, Klaas and Nancy

Josee & Norm Kaspers-Clode

July 6, 2011

Tante Rie was my aunt and my second mother. Such fond memories of those tender moments growing up in Dorval with our two families, now united.
She is at peace in a better place.
We will carry the torch of her eternal love with us always.

Susan Wright (Dooley)

July 6, 2011

Sincerest sympathies to Ingrid and Josee and family, on the passing of your beloved mother and aunt. I was so delighted to visit with her 2 years ago and remember such a happy and vibrant woman. Such wonderful memories you have. Rest in Peace.

Ingrid Grosvenor

July 6, 2011

Lieve Moeder & Oma
You were our shining star and gave us all the support, loving care and direction to enrich our lives.
The memory of your strong sense of balance, your unending wit and strength will carry us through.
We will miss you so very much.

Be at peace
All our love from the depths of all hearts
Alle liefs, moeder
Your loving daughter Ingrid

Phil, Greg, Matt, Ann

Linda Gillis

July 6, 2011

Bob, Heather, Krista, Nick, Angie....thinking of you all and remembering hearing stories that delighted....lucky you to have had her!!!
Linda G.

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