18 June 1938, Rotterdam - 17 March 2026, Blenheim
Our treasured Mum passed away peacefully, surrounded by love. Devoted wife of the late Adrian. Beautiful, loving Mum of Rick and Sue, Bern and Ernie, Frank and Rachel, Sonja and Kerry. Cherished Oma of Luke and Leah, Erynne and Arran, Georgia and Lindon, Ollie, Hannah and Ben, Jonty, Jack, Charlie, Tom and Harry.Special Granna to Archie and Noah, Thomas and Amelia.
"Rest peacefully, knowing you are deeply loved, we will carry your love with us always."
Messages to the Zydenbos Whanau c/o PO Box 9, Blenheim 7240 or please leave a tribute at Cloudy Bay Funerals www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz.
Thanks to the amazing staff of Hospice Marlborough for their care and support. Donations to Marlborough Hospice Trust would be greatly appreciated and can be made via their website.
Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Maria’s life at the Salvation Army, Blenheim on Tuesday 24th March at 2pm. For our family in Netherlands and Australia, and those unable to attend in person, the service will be livestreamed and can be viewed on the Cloudy Bay Funeral Services website. A private interment will be held at Fairhall Cemetery. To reflect Maria’s vibrant and energetic personality and zest for life, please wear bright colours!
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CLOUDY BAY FUNERAL SERVICES BLENHEIM F.D.A.N.Z. Tel 03 5782004 www.cloudybayfunerals.co.nz