den Decker: Anna Maria “Ann”,
Peacefully, surrounded by the love of her daughters on Wednesday June 2, 2021 at Bradford Valley Nursing Home. Ann den Decker (nee: Vleugels) in her 93rd year, beloved wife of the late John den Decker. Loving mother of Mary-Lou Osborne (Ed), and Charlotte Carney (Ed). Cherished Oma of
Jay (Carly), Bryan, Emma (John Ancheta), Maureen (Caleb Tait), Luc, Peter, Liam, and Great Oma of Stella. Sadly missed by her siblings, and fondly remembered by her extended family and friends.
Ann was a devoted mother and Oma, and spent many years volunteering within the community that she loved; most notably at St. James Parish (CWL), Our Town Food Bank in Tottenham, and the Vincent de Paul Society. The Family would like to thank the dedicated staff at Bradford Valley Nursing Home – Harvest House for the care and kindness they shared with Ann. Cremation has taken place and a private Family Memorial Mass will be held in St. James Church Colgan, followed by interment in St. James Cemetery Colgan. For those who wish, donations in Ann’s memory to St. Vincent De Paul – St James Conference (Box 628, Tottenham, ON, L0G 1W0) or the Our Town Food Bank Tottenham (18 Queen St. N. Tottenham, ON, L0G 1W0) would be appreciated by the family.
Arrangements entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home Tottenham. Online condolences and messages may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Darlene Giehler (O'Leary) says
Dear Charlotte, Mary-Lou and family. Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your beautiful mother. A life well lived. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Love, The O’Leary Family (Tottenham)
Sheri Sallows says
Such a kind & lovely woman. Thinking of you and all that loved her.
Sheila Schneider says
Charlotte & MaryLou,
Our condolences to you both and your families. Her smile and faith will always be remembered. She lives on in you both and it is your turn to pass along her torch to your children.
Many Blessings,
Sheila, Chuck, Brandon & Jaclynn
Donna VandenBroek says
Mary-Lou and Eddy, Charlotte and Ed and families, We are so very sorry to hear of Annie’s passing. She was such a wonderful, kind woman.
I am grateful that I had the pleasure of getting to know her over the years.
May all of you find comfort in your own special memories of your mom, mother-in-law, Oma.
I will remember Annie as a strong woman who was very kind and alway generous with her time in supporting causes in her community.
I will always think of her as someone who was truly special. A woman who raised two beautiful, strong, kind and compassionate daughters, who like their mother did, simply make this world a better place.
Rest in pease, dear Annie
With our deepest condolences,
Donna and Tony VandenBroek and family
Ted & Wendy O'Leary says
Dear Mary Lou, Charlotte and family: Our sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom. I know you and the family will cherish the many great memories that you have of your wonderful mother.
Pat and Linda O'Leary says
Our sincere condolences to your family.
Bernie Eagan says
My deepest sympathy to you Charlotte and Mary-Lou on the death of you lovely mother . She was such a gracious ,down-to-earth lady who did so much good in her own quiet way . May she Rest In Peace and continue to watch over all of your families .
Robine and Kevin Moon says
Mary-Lou, Charlotte and families, So sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolences to you all.
Pat and Ben Bergin says
Our sincere condolences on the loss of a wonderful lady. She truly left her mark in our community. Rest In Peace Ann.
Hal & Madelyn Rutledge says
Dear Mary Lou, Charlotte & family
Sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom, Oma & Grand Oma. She was such a lovely lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Hohn and Kaye Groen says
Mary lou, Charlotte and family.
Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother/Oma, she was a very lovely lady.
Alida van Dinther says
She was so special and will be really missed .
My deepest sympathy to you
Mary Lou and family .
Charlotte and family .
Martina Keogh says
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of a beloved mother, Oma and Grand Oma. Ann may have been small in stature, but her kindness and volunteerism to her Church and Food Bank community was grand!
Rest In Peace, Ann!
Ginny & Ivor Cathcart says
Dear Charlotte, May Lou and families. We are so very saddened by the loss of such a beautiful kind woman.Holding you all close to our hearts and in our prayers.
Gail and Tom Morgan says
Sincere condolences to Charlotte Mary Lou and families on the passing of your Mom and Oma Rest In Peace Ann
marc ronan says
Sincere condolences to the Den Decker Family from the Ronan’s. Wonderful life lived with family and faith
Bob and Julie Eagan says
Mary Lou ~ Charlotte and Families, Sincere condolences on the loss of your mom! A truly strong and loved lady! God Bless,
Bob and Julie
Margaret Eagan White says
My heartfelt condolences to Charlotte and Marylou and their families on your loss.She was a remarkable woman and an enviable sense of strength and faith and determination.Her devotion to her faith and her service in so many worthy organizations, was only shadowed by her devotion to her family.She survived at a young age a tragic loss in a foreign country and with admiration i witnessed as many have her raise and support and guide two wonderful daughters.A humble but amazing strength of character she demonstrated and I feel blessed to be welcomed into her precious family…You’ve earned your next journey Oma!!
Dale and Jennifer Dever says
Charlotte and family, we are saddened to hear of your mums passing. May you all find comfort in the days ahead. Xo
Bill & Sandy Clark says
Mary Lou & Charlotte and Families
Sending our condolences on the passing of your Mom. Ann will be remembered for her genuine kindness and service to our community. A very lovely lady. God Bless
Pauline and Phil Apperly says
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom. She was a lady who cared a great deal about the well being of others. One of the ways she showed this care was her many years of service working in the Our Town Foodbank.
Bob & Pat Jackson says
Mary-Lou, Charlotte & Families
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom.
She was a lovely person. It was our honour to have known her??
MaryLou, Paul and Jessica Maher says
Dear Mary-Lou, Charlotte and Family,
Remembering what a wonderful lady your mom was, and wishing you comfort at this very difficult time.
MaryLou, Paul and Jessica Maher
MaryLou, Paul and Jessica Maher says
Dear Mary-Lou, Charlotte and Family,
Remembering what a wonderful lady your mom was, and wishing you comfort at this difficult time.
MaryLou, Paul and Jessica Maher
Barb and David says
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Such a lovely lady.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Bricknell Family
The Andrews Family says
Charlotte/ Mary-Lou and families we were so sorry to learn of Mrs. Den Decker’s passing- a mother and Oma to some very special people. God bless your families. We offer our sincere condolences.
Peter/Tracy Andrews