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Willy Captein Obituary
STILLWATER - Willy Captein, 78, of Stillwater, N.Y., passed away unexpectedly on July 11, 2025, at Saratoga Hospital.
Born in The Netherlands, she immigrated to Brazil at age 10 and later worked at the Brazilian Embassy in The Netherlands. In 1974, she married Jacobus (Jaap) Captein, and they settled in Saratoga County.
Willy was the heart of Captein Dairy in Stillwater, raising three children while managing the farm and earning a degree from Empire State College. She was known for her love of language, beautiful penmanship, and warm hospitality.
She is survived by her husband, Jaap; children, Leny Jo (Dana), Petra (Bill), and Niek (Diane); grandchildren, Nathan, Riley, Luke, and Matthew; and siblings, Tiny, Theo, and Peter; along with extended family and friends across the United States and around the world.
Services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, share coffee, cookies, and gezelligheid with loved ones.
Online remembrances may be made at www.chasesmithfamily.com
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Rita Anizeli
August 11, 2025
She was a trully friend for all of us from her school ( Colégio Santa Inês) in São Paulo, Brasil .
We will always remenber the joy when she and Jaap visited us !
God Bless her husband and family. Love always, Willy!
Tristan Blickfeld
July 16, 2025
Grandmothers hold a special place in our lives-they are often our first storytellers, wisdom-keepers, and unwavering supporters. Though words may fall short, we hope you find comfort in the countless memories you shared with her-the quiet moments, the laughter, and the warmth of her love that will remain with you always.
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