Mary Quartel
June 2, 2016
Passed away at Louise Marshall Hospital on Thursday, June 2, 2016. Mary Quartel, of Mount Forest, at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late Harry Quartel. Much loved mother of Margaret Irvin of Kitchener, Beverley Quartel of Mount Forest and Richard Quartel of Mount Forest. Loving grandmother to Joshua, Justin and Sarah, Jennifer (Brandon), Nathan and Taylor and great-grandmother to Hudson and Harrison. Survived by her sisters Andrea (Gerry) de Waal, Ina (Jim) Mellegers, Grace (Harry) de Peuter and Joyce (John) VerKraik. Predeceased by her son John Quartel, her sons-in-law Edward Irvin and Paul Vinen and her sister Tiny de Gier. Mary will be missed by the Quartel family. Friends may call at First Baptist Church, 116 Fergus Street North, Mount Forest on Monday, June 6 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. A Celebration of Mary’s Life and Faith will be held at First Baptist Church, Mount Forest on Tuesday, June 7 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Paul Droogers of the Drayton Christian Reformed Church officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Cancer Patient Services or World Renew (International Outreach Agency of the CRCNA) would be appreciated by the family. On line condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com
“Finally brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable –if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things.” (Philippians 4:9 (NIV))
Condolences
Our sincere sympathy goes out to you on the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful and friendly lady.
— Joe and Katheryn Meyer, May 23, 2016Dear Richard and Family, we are very sorry for your loss and thinking of you during this time.
— Dennis & Dale Ransome, May 23, 2016Margaret and family: Our deepest sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your mom. We think of you often.
— Gerry and Sheila Verwey, May 23, 2016Margaret, Bev and Richard, Our deepest condolences. What a wonderful woman your mother was and I know she touched many hearts. She was dearly loved by all who had the great privilege of knowing her. A wonderful light of caring and compassion shone around her. My prayers with you at this difficult time. May it be a comfort to know that your mother no longer knows any worldly suffering.
— Adam and Cynthia Deen, May 23, 2016Richard...Thinking of you and your sister's, your Mom was a special lady. Going to miss seeing her the greenhouse.
— Gail Lehman, May 23, 2016Richard, Bev, Margaret, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. Your mom was a lovely lady and we were privileged to have known her. Most sincere sympathy, The Bulloch family
— Dean, Kim, Richard, Addison, Abbey Bulloch, May 23, 2016Dear Richard, Bev and Margaret. I can't even begin to imagine the great loss and sadness you must be feeling. Your mom was one of a kind,and such a special lady! She always had such kind words, and I would always enjoy running into her and having the best chats. I know she was incredibly proud of her children. Richard.....your relationship with your mom was so special, as your common link was always in the beautiful creations made with flowers. May you cherish the time you got to spend with her, the knowledge she shared with you, and the memories that will be carried with you forever. Big hugs!
Words can't express our heartfelt condolences to Mary's family! She truly was a wonderful and gracious Lady and will be missed greatly! Sending prayers to all !
Our deepest sympathy, Richard, Margaret and Bev. We enjoyed knowing and travelling with Mary. She was always such an upbeat person. She will be greatly missed.
— Dorothy and Earl Long, May 23, 2016Margaret, Bev, Richard & families, I was saddened to hear of Mary's passing and am truly sorry for your loss of a wonderful mother, grandmother and a true lady. She was one of the sweetest, kindest and most thoughtful persons I am blessed to have known and will greatly miss her welcoming smile and our chats. She leaves behind quite a legacy in her family and she was truly blessed for all you did for her until God decided it was his turn to take her in his arms. Hugs to all and God bless you all, Marie
— Marie Plume, May 23, 2016Richard & Family, So sorry for the loss of your Mom/Grandma. Mary was a special lady and the greenhouse won't be quite the same without her.
— Allison (Harper) Wierenga, May 23, 2016Dear Richard and family: Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. Mary was a lovely woman, a wonderful person to talk with. The whole town will miss her.
— Rosemary & Raymond, May 23, 2016Dear Richard and sisters. Please accept my sincere condolences. I know how much you will miss your mother. She was such a wonderful and friendly person. Whenever I met her she always had a great smile and greeted me as well as others with her beautiful smile. She will be greeted in heaven for her kindness.
— Charles Kerr, May 23, 2016Bev, Margaret, Richard and grandchildren. We are saddened by the loss of your mother and grandmother. She was a special lady and a dear neighbour. We will miss her happy spirit and smile.
— Bill & Elaine Williamson, May 23, 2016Dear Margaret, Bev and Richard. We are so very sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She was one of the most caring and loving persons that anyone could know. Her smile lit up her face and she always had one for everyone she met. Rest in peace dear lady you will be missed.
— Ruth Truax and Rick Young, May 23, 2016Dear Richard & family: So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. She was a beautiful lady..always had a big smile and a greeting to all she came in contact with. She will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy to you and all the rest of the family. Dan and Doris Tone
— Dan & Doris Tone, May 23, 2016Dear RICHARD, BEV, AND MARGARET. So sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mother. She was such a wonderful and loving person I will always remember her as a dear friend I wish you all inner strength to get through dis difficult time our deepest Sympathy love Kees an Teunie Laros
— Kees and Teunie Laros, May 23, 2016To Richard and entire family: Your mother was a true lady and will be missed by all who knew her. This town has lost a lovely person, but our loss is Heavens gain. You are all in our thoughts and most certainly our prayers. Daryll, Debb, Jessie and Burke Cameron
— Daryll and Debbie Cameron, May 23, 2016Richard & Family - very sorry to hear about your Mother. She was a great lady & will surely be missed by all who knew her. Carm & Florence & Bonnie Beirnes
— Florence & Carm Noble, May 23, 2016Dear Richard, Marg and Bev & families She will always be a Shining Star The angels looked down from heaven one night They searched for miles afar And deep within the distance They could see a shining star They knew that very instant That the star was theirs to gain So they took her up to heaven Forever to remain She will look down on you from heaven Keep you free from hurt and pain She will always be within your hearts Until you meet again I had great love for your Mom My heart is with you all Love Deb Zylstra
— Deb Zylstra, May 23, 2016Dear Richard & family, I can't tell you how sorry we are to hear of your mother's passing. She was such a sweet and kind lady and I will always remember her for that beautiful smile that she always displayed. I always admired her tireless energy- nothing ever seemed to slow her down. I think your mother's greatest legacy will be in the wonderful children she raised. She was so very proud and delighted with all the new ideas and additions Richard brought to the business. You are a tribute to your moms vision of making all things beautiful. She was so very proud of you and loved you totally. Today I pulled out my wedding album from 20 years ago and instantly smiled remembering how gently your mom tried to lead me away from having so many flowers in my bouquet. As always she was right and I wrong. As beautiful as it was the 8 pounds of colour took 2 hands to carry down the isle then thankfully handed off to my maid of honour for her to carry the rest of the day. I will miss the long chats we would have each time we crossed paths usually at the greenhouse which was her place of pure joy and pride. She was always quick to start a conversation about the new and exciting things Richard was bringing into their little paradise. I will miss her wisdom and great stories of my parents with her and Harry... times gone by. Abraham Lincoln said it so perfectly... "All that I am or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel Mother." I hope that you will find the inner strength to get you through this sad and difficult time. You have our very deepest and sincere sympathy. Sandi Cross-Clements & Tony Clements
— Sandi (Cross) & Tony Clements, May 23, 2016Dear Richard and your sisters Margaret and Beverly and all the Quartel family, so sorry for loss of your mother. You had a wonderful mother and she was a wonderful friend. We know that memories are golden and you need to keep them close to your heart. Lucille and Randy Horsburgh.
— Lucille Horsburgh, May 23, 2016Condolence: My sincere condolences for your loss. Mary was such a beautiful person.
Condolence: Margaret, Bev, Richard and families Our sympathy goes out to you at the loss of your mother and grandmother. Mary will certainly be missed, she was a great lady. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
— Yvonne & Bill Stewart, May 23, 2016So sorry to hear of your mother passing. She was a great lady. We'll miss her at the greenhouse
— Sandra McMeekin, May 23, 2016Dear Bev Richard and Margaret Sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a very nice lady and will be missed by all. Our sincere sympathy Diane & Bill And Leonard Seifried
— DIANE DINEEN, May 23, 2016Richard, Bev and Margaret. So sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She was such a wonderful person, always a smile on her face. She will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
— Lee and Tom Matthieu, May 23, 2016Dear Margaret, Bev, Richard and all of Mary's Family; Our most Sincere Sympathy to all of you. She truly was a "Lady". Friendly smile for everyone and her pleasant "Hello, how are you?" A kind generous lady who loved her family and had many friends and a deep Faith. May God Bless all of you with Peace and Happy Memories, Sincerely, Bob and Mary McIntee
— Bob and Mary McIntee, May 23, 2016Dear Richard, Margaret & Bev.-- Someone so special can never be forgotten. May t0-day`s sorrow give way to the Peace & Comfort of God`s Love. With Sincere Sympathy. Verna Batenchuk
— Verna Batenchuk, May 23, 2016Aww; so saddened to read of Mary's death, In our memory she was such a wonderful , friendly lady ,Will certainly be missed by all. Our sincere sympathy to the Family.
— MIKE RUNDLE & KAYE COUTTS, May 23, 2016Dear Margaret, Bev and Richard, Your long care of your mother especially over the last month did not go unnoticed, she truly will be proud of each of you. Praising the Lord she is at peace now with her Savior. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Love Kim and Herb
— Kim and Herb Gibson, May 23, 2016Richard, Bev and family...I am so very sorry for your loss
— Dawn, May 23, 2016