Ria van de Laar

Maria van de Laar, also known as Ria, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, at the age of 85, surrounded by her family. She was a devoted mother to Desiree, Brigitte, and Gary, and a loving grandmother and great-grandmother to many. Ria was predeceased by her husband, Gerardus van de Laar. A memorial service will be held at a later date to celebrate her life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Alzheimer's Society, Heart and Stroke, or a charity of the donor's choice, reflecting Ria's lifelong commitment to helping others.