Passed away peacefully at Jessica House Hospice in Exeter surrounded by her family on Monday, February 5, 2024 at the age of 86. Devoted wife of Michael Vollmer for 65 years. Loving mother of Michael (Lisa), the late Peter, David (Fran), Anne Klein-Horsman (Bert), Mark (Karen), and Donald (Marcia). Adored grandma of 16 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Gloria (Michael), and Joan. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents George and Bertha (Sigloch) Schmidt, brother Eric, sisters Delores, Lorraine (Clare), Inge (Jacob), and brother William (Rita).
Marie had a long and rewarding career serving as a Registered Nurse, Class of 1959, KW Hospital School of Nursing. During her training she met the love of her life Michael and went on to marry him and spend 65 wonderful years together. Through her career, Marie was the Administrator and Director of Care of multiple nursing homes.
Marie had a green thumb and in her spare time, she loved to garden and be outside. She was a faithful woman, attending Mass regularly and studied scripture daily. Above all, Marie was very grateful for her family and friends, especially her children and grandchildren. She was passionate on getting family and friends together and welcoming all into her home.
Visitation will be held at St. Boniface Catholic Church, 22 Mary Street, ZURICH on Friday, May 24th from 10 – 10:45 AM, where Marie’s Funeral Mass will be held at 11 AM. Cremation has taken place. Interment Saint Marys Roman Catholic Cemetery in Hesson.
Stream Marie’s Mass live or at your convenience by visiting https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN_P25W7lF9pI3SnXAyu5KQ
Donations to Jessica House Hospice in Exeter or St. Joseph’s Community Centre in Kingsbridge
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Mary Ann Schinbein
May Blessed Hearts continue to surround All Daily Forever ❤️🙏Amen
Don and Mary Patricia Kocher
Sending our sincere condolences to Mike and family on the loss of your wife & mother. Marie was always friendly and a very caring person. I worked with Marie at Stratford Gen. Hsp. for a short time, and I enjoyed the shifts that we did together. Don has good memories too, from when Mike & Marie farmed in the Hesson area. Rest in peace, Marie. Take good care, Mike. Sincerely, Don & Mary P. Kocher
Ray Mcnichol
To the Vollmer family our condolences. I worked early in my career with your mom at the former Midwestern regional Centre. We shared a lot of laughs. I remember her as a great nurse.
Bruce Hall
Our deepest sympathies Mike and all family She will be dearly missed by many. Love always Franny & Bruce.
shirley and don eickmeyer
Marie and I have been friends since we were 14 years old. We had many laughs and lots of fun together. One time Michael Jr ask me how Marie and I were related. I told Mike we are not related just great friends. Deepest sympathy to the family
Bob and Shirley Riepert
Mike and family ,Shirley and myself are deeply sorry for the loss of a wonderful person and a very close friend of ours , She will always be in our thoughts and prayers
Kevin and Linda Sholdice
Just reading of Marie’s passing. Sending deepest sympathy to Mike and Family. She was a lovely Lady.
Marlene McQuinn
Dear Mike and family l just read about Marie she was a very nice kind Lady u will miss her l am very sorry to hear about her …sending my Condolence to you and all your family.
Gerald and Truce Ten Hag
Dear Mike and family,
Our deepest sympathy with the passing of Marie. We still remember the nice times
we had as we got together for Knights of Columbus 4th Degree events .
Our prayers are with you , and your memories will help you.
Sincerely Gerald and Truce Ten Hag, Clinton.
Heather & Sam Finnie
Our sympathy as we hear of the passing of Marie. We often tell the story of helping Marie “stage” their home in Point Clark for sale. I (Heather) really got to know Marie as we sorted through boxes, books and memorabilia. There was lots of laughter and a few tears those days. Marie was a wonderful person and friend. Prayers are with Mike & family.
Dave and Carol McKee
Mark, we were very sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom.
Our deepest sympathy to you, your Dad, Karen and all of your family.
Laurie Bharitkar
Dear Mike & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, Marie was my inspiration and mentor, she was a mom to me when I needed one most…my heart is heavy and I cannot hold back my tears… I cannot express what she meant to me … a heart like mother Teresa ❤️
Love,
Laurie
Terrie & Jim Van Osch
Our sincerest condolences to Mike and your family. Marie was such a special and sweet woman. She will be dearly missed.
Anita Frayne
I would like to offer my condolences to Mike and family. I got to know Marie and Mike during their years spent in Point Clark/Kingsbridge. They were good community and parish members. Sincerely, Anita Frayne
Linda (Kocher) & Bernie Laverty
We were very sorry to hear of Marie’s passing. Mike and Marie always kept in touch and supported their friends and neighbours from the Hesson area.
Norm Dobson
Soory to hear of your lose she will be missed
Lynne and Kevin Fries
Sending our deepest condolences to the Vollmer and Schmidt Families.
To Anne and Bert Kleinhorsman and Family, so sorry for the loss of your Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother Marie.
Mary Ann Schinbein
Truly Heartfelt to All on this Very Sad Times! Recall years ago when in high school and visited your home in Listowel your Mom’s Glowing Precious Smile ! Anne You have your Mom’s Smile Glowing Always! Biggest Hugs Forever and Hearts Surround You All! Never Forgotten! Forever Lives!
Bob and Janet Hulley
All our sympathies to the family. Marie’s brilliant smile will be missed by all.
Danielle myers
Condolences Mike on your loss. Your Mom looked lovely.
Love Dani and Klaus
Danielle Myers
Mike,
Very sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. She looked like a lovely person.
Danielle
Melissa Dicks
Mike and Dave and rest of family. Sorry to hear about ur moms passing. May she rest in peace.
Gabriele Palubiski
Thinking of you all at this very sad time.
I have many fond memories of Marie and Mike when they lived in Point Clark.
I especially remember Marie’s kindness in taking me out for lunch and an afternoon
drive shortly after my husband passed away.
You are all in my prayers.
Sue Szpara
My condolences to the Vollmer family with the passing of a wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister. Treasure the many memories.
Joyce King
On behalf of the Listowel Memorial Hospital (LMH) Retirees Breakfast Club, I send our most sincere condolences to the Vollmer and Schmidt families on the passing of Marie. A fine nurse at LMH, she moved on to help as many people as possible by delving into long-term care facilities in administration. Listowel’s loss was many other communities gain. Marie’s story will continue to live on through your memories and recollections of her. Once again, our sympathies of a life well-lived. Sincerely, Joyce King
Sheila Peter Mccowan
I’m sending Micheal and family our condolences Marie will be missed she was a great friend
Wendy Fleming & Family
Mark and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. I only met Marie a few times but in those times she was an absolutely lovely woman.
Art and Cecilia Moser
Our condolences to the family of Marie.