1922 ~ MARIA RADSMA ~ 2022

Maria passed away on February 22, 2022, with her family by her side. Maria was born in the Hague, Netherlands, the only daughter of five children born to Cornelis and Theodora Pas. In May of 1949, Maria, her husband Remmert, and son Benny immigrated to Canada, settling in Rapid City, Manitoba, where they owned the local garage. In 1950, their only daughter Shirley was born. Maria was known for her quick wit and her need to keep busy. She loved a challenge, especially a math one. Even though she was stubborn in her ways, Maria was full of love for her family. In 2019, Maria moved to Alberta to be closer to her grandchildren.

Her great-grandchildren kept her full of life. She loved to teach them life lessons, and they loved to teach her new technology. At 98 years old, “Hey, google” become one of her new favorite sayings. Ensuring that “Family Comes First”, Maria kept herself busy making items for her family. Her love for knitting kept her mind strong, she enjoyed going to Stitch and Chat, where she would socialize and teach the “old ladies” (that were younger than her) how to knit. Left to mourn are her daughter Shirley (Bob) Hainsworth, brother Theo Pas, 15 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and 19 great-great-grandchildren, as well as numerous family members in Holland. She was predeceased by her husband Remmert Radmsa, sons Ben and Jan Radsma, good friend Chris Corby, granddaughter Debbie Walpole, and brothers Dick, Case, and Jack. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. To e-mail an expression of sympathy, please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Maria Radsma, or you may visit http://www.pattisonfuneralhome.com and leave a message of condolence.