It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Luitgard Mayer on September 3, 2024. Luitgard grew up in Bavaria, Germany during the war and immigrated to Canada in 1956, settling in the Hockley Valley in 1961. She is predeceased by her husband Martin and her first daughter Irene, and is survived by her other five children Joe, Mike, Helene, Martin (Louise) and Irm (Sal). She leaves behind nine grandchildren Joseph (Jessica), David, Emily, Amy (Nick), Viki (Jon), Steven, Christina, Andreas and Marcus. As well as her great grandchildren Jackson and baby Ogrodnik.
Luitgard was an integral part of Mayer Tooling, the family business, where she worked hard over the decades both in the office and running production on the shop floor, stubbornly working even into her 94th year! She was very proud of her children, and her grandchildren. She possessed a friendly power with her accepting nature and her welcoming smile. She was an inspiration with her positive outlook on life, unbelievable energy and endless warmth.
The family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477 on Monday September 9, 2024 from 5:00pm-8:00pm. A Mass of Catholic Faith will be held at St. James Church Colgan, 2118 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, Colgan on Tuesday September 10, 2024 at 10:30am, with interment in St. James Cemetery, Colgan. Reception to follow at the St. James Colgan Parish Hall.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Covenant House, a youth support charity close to her heart. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
Service
Visitation
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Road Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0
Monday September 9, 2024
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Mass of Christian Burial
St. James Church Colgan
2118 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, Colgan
Tuesday September 10, 202410:30 am
Jim,Bettyanne, John Margaret Alexiou says
Our deepest condolences to the entire family
Barbara Courtney says
I am sorry to hear about your Mother Joe and family I know how special she was to you.
Sherri Bailey says
So sorry for you loss. She was a very nice lady. We loved seeing her visit the restaurant with joe.
Sandra Libregts says
Dear Irm, Sal & family,
Wishing you peace and comfort during this time. I am so sorry for your loss.
marc ronan says
Please accept our condolences to the entire Mayer family. The Ronan family
Beth & Jim Doyle says
Joe and family
It’s with heavy broken hearts that we learn of your mom’s passing. She was truly a remarkable woman and we have missed her so much.
We were so very blessed to have known your mom. Her kindness, generosity, sense of humor and wit were just a few of the many admirable qualities. She was truly a gift! We will forever be grateful for her friendship and how she touched our lives.
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Beth & Jim
Mark and Teresa says
Martin Louise and Marcus, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom/grandmother. Her incredible legacy lives on in all those she loved. Please accept our sincerest sympathies.
Armella und Coletta says
Liebe “Mayer Kinder” mit Familien
In Gedanken waren wir heute ganz nah bei euch und haben so eure liebe Mama, Oma und Uroma, aber auch meine beste und engste Freundin (seit mehr als 90 Jahren) und Taufpatin auf ihrem letzten Weg auf Erden begleiten dürfen. Sicherlich ist der Verlust sehr schmerzlich, aber ihr hattet eine wundervolle Mutter und all die guten Erinnerungen können nicht genommen werden. Dadurch wir sie immer bei euch sein.
Liebe Luitgard, mit deinem immer freundlichen Lächeln, deiner stets guten Laune, unendlichen Zuversicht, positiven Lebenseinstellung und mit deiner unerschöpflichen Tatkraft warst du immer etwas ganz Besonderes für uns. Deine Besuche im Allgäu waren immer ein Highlight für uns und bei unseren lustigen Chats per WhatsApp konnten wir lange plaudern über alte Zeiten und in Erinnerungen schwelgen. Wie gut das tat. Dafür sind wir so dankbar.
Gottes Segen und ruhe in Frieden bei deinen Lieben, die dir vorausgegangen sind.
Translation:
In our thoughts we were very close to you today and were able to accompany your dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, but also my best and closest friend (for more than 90 years) and godmother on their final journey on earth. The loss is certainly very painful, but you had a wonderful mother and all the good memories cannot be taken away. That means she will always be with you.
Dear Luitgard, with your always friendly smile, your always good mood, endless confidence, positive attitude to life and your inexhaustible energy, you were always something very special to us. Your visits to the Allgäu were always a highlight for us and during our funny chats via WhatsApp we were able to chat for a long time about old times and reminisce. How good that felt. We are so grateful for that.
God bless and rest in peace with your loved ones who have gone before you.
Mary Strever says
Luitgard and I belonged to the same club. She was the competent treasurer up to the end. Everyone loved and respected her.
Tracy says
Thinking of you today and sharing your sadness. Will connect later in the month. Sending big hugs in the meantime. – Dave Arthur & Tracy Persaud
Dave McGovern says
Sending my deepest condolences to the
Mayer family on the loss of your dear mother, grandmother and friend
Cherish all your memories as she will continue to watch over you all
May she rest in peace
Raymond Guillemette says
My condolences to the “Mayer family” Joe, Mike, Helene, Martin, Irm
Your mother never gave up. Such a positive and joyful lady.
We have had so many great conversation together throughout the years.
I have known Luitgard and Martin since the mid seventies.
They have always been so special and helpful to me.
They always opened their Tool Shop for my own use.
They will always be in my heart.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Hugs, Raymond
Charlotte Waters & Family. says
Dear Joe ,Jessica, Jackson & All of the
Mayer Family,
Our deepest sympathies are with you all , at this very sad time.
Your Grandma Lu was a beautiful, gentle, loving lady who will be sorely missed by all who knew her.
But, she will always be with you in your heart. Sincerely,
Charlotte Waters & Family.
Trevor Allen says
Dear Martin, Louise, and Marcus,
Condolences from our family to yours during this time of loss! Martin, your mother certainly had a strong spirit and reading the obituary was incredibly enlightening regarding all that she had accomplished. Our thoughts are with you!
Trevor, Yolanda, Elyisa, and Kailena
Anaar Jessa says
Wanted to send our sincerest condolences to the whole family. Mrs. Mayer was such an active, caring, pleasant woman who always had smiles for everyone. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. May she Rest In Peace.
Love Anaar, Farid, Tia and Neela
Emily Sammut says
My sincere condolences to the family on your mother’s passing.
I shall miss you my friend in song, seeing your beautiful smile, feeling your hugs at our concerts. You can sing to the angels now. RIP.
Pat Castator says
So sorry to hear of Luitgards passing. I have known her for a number of years as a member and singer of The Achill Choral society. She was always so nice with a smile for everyone.
Pat Castator
James and Wilhelmina McCormick says
Our hearts are so sad with your mom passing. She was so kind and loving to me when I met her the first time. She always has a smile on her face and a very welcoming hug for everyone. We wish for so many things that we should have done but pray for her forgiveness.
Our heartfelt condolences to you and the family. Rest in peace and be with God, Luitgard. We love you. Be strong! We know she loves you so much and very proud of you all. Jim and Whelly McCormick
Celia Yeo says
Dear Martin, Louise, and Marcus,
I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your mother, Martin. Though I never had the pleasure of meeting her, I am sure she was a truly wonderful woman who touched many lives. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
With heartfelt condolences,
Celia Yeo
Gail Morgan says
Joe and family
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your Mom. Whenever I met Mrs. Mayers she would have a wonderful smile and a cheerful hello. May she RIP
Tom and Gail Morgan
Pat and Marilyn Callaghan says
Martin, Louise, Marcus, Joe and Helene
We are sad to hear the news of Luitgard’s passing. She was a special
Lady. We will keep your family in our
prayers.
Lucie, Conrad and Alex Ogrodnik says
Dearest Irm and family,
We are deeply sorry to hear about the sudden passing of your Mom. We will remember her love of puzzles, checkers and of course her lovely smile. In reading her tribute it’s clear that she enjoyed a productive life full of happiness and love for her family. She will be missed by us all.
Paul keenan says
So sorry to hear about your mother joe , she was a very strong woman
Catherine Coakwell says
I will miss those hugs and wonderful chats. Thanks to the Mayer family for sharing a beautiful woman.
Sam and sharen keenan says
We are so sorry for the loss of a great lady and she will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Deacon Robert and Gabrielle Suthers says
We are so sorry to hear of Luitgard’s death and we offer our heartfelt condolences to her family. We met Luitgard through St Mary’s choir where she was a faithful member. No matter what, Luitgard always brought sunshine to a rainy day, with her unforgettable smile. She will be sadly missed.
Our prayers are for Luitgard and her family. May she rest in the arms of the Lord in peace.
Taylor Shields says
What a beautiful tribute to a truly wonderful lady.
Our condolences to all the family.
Taylor, Robyn and Sarah Shields.
Maggie, Dave, Elodie and Maelle says
We are so sad to hear of Luitgards passing, and are sending our love and thoughts to Martin, Louise, Marcus, and all her family in this tough time. It has been many years since I saw Luitgard, but I remember her fondly as someone that was incredibly friendly and full of warmth. So much love to you all ❤
Bob and Janice Baynham says
A wonderful woman full of warmth and love. Her smile and laugh were infectious. We’re thinking of her family especially Martin, Louise and Marcus at this sad time.
bruce normington says
My deepest sympathies and condolences to you and your family
Susanna and Johnson Wong says
Our deepest condolences to Mayer family to the loss. We know the “Grandmom” through Viki, Irm and Sal, met a couple of times. We’re impressed by her joyfulness and courageous towards life; she inspired & uplifted us even with our little time of interactions. Wish you strength and comfort during this difficult times.
Donal Blacklaws says
My sincerest condolences to the Mayer family / families.
God bless all
Karyn Callaghan says
Martin, Louise and Marcus,
I am so sorry for your loss and I am thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Karyn
Jamie and Karen Grehan says
Deepest condolences to the Mayer Family
Lorraine Guerreiro says
Dear Luitgard ( Lou ) I did not get to say ‘good-bye’ before your divine soul passed from this earthly world and on to the next. May you know how honoured I feel to have gotten to know you and your super family. Indeed you wore the loveliest hats, sang beautifully as we shared the hymn books, and were incredibly active living a full life. You looked and acted younger than your age. You will always be fondly remembered. With gratitude and prayers. May you rest in eternal peace and grace. May your beloved family carry on your legacy of love, strength, family devotion.
Toby Schmid says
Your mother was always so kind to me when I worked at Mayer Tooling as a teenager all those many years ago. The world will be dimmer place without her smile here on earth….
Phil Upton+Ginny Bosher says
Condolences to the Mayer family on your mother’s passing. Although I didn’t have much opportunity to spend a lot of time with her, when I did I always found her filled with joy, happiness and humor. Her joy, her life and her legacy will continue on through her children and grandchildren.
David and Barb Bricknell and Family says
We are so sorry to hear about your Mothers passing. She was an incredible woman. She would always have a big smile and great conversation. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Sabine Siegel says
We are very sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
With heartfelt condolences
Sabine, Christian, Mia und Julian Siegel * Ulm/Germany