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Elly MAAS Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elly Maas, who left us on January 22, 2025, at the age of 93. Beloved mother to Roska and the late Hans, and cherished Omi to the rest of her family. Elly's love and warmth will be deeply missed by all her family and friends.

Rest in peace, Elly. You will never be forgotten.


Published by Nelson Mail on Mar. 28, 2025.

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Rene' Muller

July 25, 2025

Dear Roska,How can I forget the times that Elly and your family were involved in my and my family's life during the many decades shared in Nelson.It was with deep sadnest to discover that Elly had left Nelson with no imformation off how to keep in touch.So the news in paper came with regrets

Anne-marie Faber

April 2, 2025

I have the fondest memories of camping at Totaranui with Elly, Hans & Rozka. Her warmth, laughter & campfire bread are legendary. She was a close and supportive friend of my mother, Lily Faber and a strong caring presence in our Nelson Dutch community.
Condolences to Rozka and family.
With love from Anne-Marie Faber

Joanna Plows (Kolff)

April 1, 2025

We're sad to hear of Elly's passing.She & her family were long-time friends of the Kolff family originally with Ma & Pa Kolff (Tora & Kes).And latterly with my partner Hein & me & sister Inez, especially with art.We loved working for/visiting Elly's cosy house in Shakespeare Walk & garden where we also shared many robust debates. Vaarwel Elly & acknowledging your loss of Hans at an early age.And our condolences to you Roska & your
family.Love, Joanna Plows / Kolff

Alice Winter-Mulders

March 30, 2025

There are years of memories of Ellie and Niels at the many Dutch family gatherings that were so important to us through out our childhood and beyond. Sincere condolences to you Roska and your family.

Steve Fullmer

March 29, 2025

Very sorry to hear of Elly´s passing. Elly bought my shino
glazed pots from Nelsons first wood fired kiln in Mahana in 1976. We remained friends and loved seeing her when she visited.

Marten Botje

March 29, 2025

To Roska & family
my sincere condolences to you all
Marten Botje

Wilson Family

March 29, 2025

Our thoughts are with you at this time Rosa, many shared memories, please accept our deepest sympathy from all the Wilson family.

Maarten van Geldermalsen

March 29, 2025

Please accept my sincere condolences at your loss

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