Death Notices

RICH, Mary Ann (nee Zdriluk) – passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at her home on Sunday, December 8th, 2024.  She was in her 77th year.  Mary Ann was the beloved wife of Dr. Peter Rich of Simcoe and loving mother of Morgan, Layla, Vanessa, David & Simon Rich, and proud grandmother of Zaya & Zakia Mrope and Mariah Price. Mary Ann will be lovingly remembered by her siblings Joan Malo (Gerry), Tes Chisholm (both of Simcoe) and Simon Anthony (Linda Munro) of Belleville and the extended Zdriluk clan of Norfolk County.  “Mommy Ann” will be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews,  extended family and friends, including her many fibre arts an quilting buddies.  A celebration of Mary Ann’s life for all friends and family will be held in the spring when the daffodils are in bloom.  Those wishing to donate in memory of Mary Ann are asked to consider the Norfolk Public Library as an ongoing celebration of her love of books, libraries and reading.  Arrangements have been entrusted to the JASON SMITH FUNERAL CHAPEL, 689 Norfolk St. North Simcoe.  Personal online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com (519) 426-0199