MAAS, Wilhelmina Catharina “Mien”
Passed away peacefully and surrounded by the love of her family on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, just shy of her 97th birthday. Predeceased by her cherished husband, Johannes “John” Maas (1990). Loving mother of Wilma (Doug) McLean, Joanne (Glen) Alexander, Wally (Allison) Maas, Cathy (Frank) Higdon, Frank Maas, and Tony (Carol) Maas; and mother-in-law of Sandra Maas. Predeceased by her beloved son, Johannes “John” Maas (2026). Loved Oma of Terry, Andrew, Corry, Ginny, Amanda, Ashley, Adam, Tiffani, Cody, Travis, Kristen, Alyssa, Dana, Lee and Esi, and their partners; and great-Gramma of 17. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Wilma was predeceased by her parents, Wilhelmus and Wilhelmina Van Lith, five sisters, seven brothers, and eight brothers and sisters-in-law. Wilma was the second youngest of 13 children and was born and raised in Nistelrode, the Netherlands. She married Jan “John” in 1954, and their honeymoon brought her to Canada—first to Pickering, then to the family farm in Kenilworth, and following John’s passing in 1990, to Mount Forest. Wilma built a new life surrounded by family and friends, enjoying travelling, playing cards, and attending church. At the age of 90, Wilma moved to Birmingham Lodge, where she lived for five years, before moving to Strathcona Long Term Care for her final two years. Wilma’s family would like to thank the staff at both homes for the care, kindness, and friendship shown to her. Visitation was held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Monday, August 17th from 5:00-8:00pm. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at Sacred Heart Church, 9141 Highway 6, Kenilworth, on Tuesday, August 18th at 11:00am. Interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Following, all were invited to the church hall for refreshments and fellowship. To view a recording of the Funeral Mass, visit the funeral home website and click the link below Wilma’s obituary. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Wilma are asked to consider the Mount Forest Branch of the VON. Donations and online condolences may be made at
www.englandfuneralhome.com
