Maria Annetta Durdon (née Bogan)

It is with our deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our mother, Maria Annetta Durdon (née Bogan) on Saturday, March 1, 2025, one day shy of her 96^th birthday.  Predeceased by her beloved husband and soulmate, Andy.  They are dancing together again watching over their loved ones.

Maria was a loving and supportive parent to her children, Patti (John) Towle, Terry (Lee) Durdon, and Kathy (John) Sanders; grandchildren, Rob (Emily), Shannon, Andy, and Colin (Pam); and great-grandchildren, Abigail and Grady.

She loved doing crafts and, with Mary Ross’s tutelage, learned to do paper tole. For over 30 years, Maria was an active member of the Byron Creative Club. Mom and Dad enjoyed their Airstream trailer.  They loved travelling and also attending the Airstream rallies.  Maria overcame her fear of dogs and visited Kathy regularly in her grooming shop. Mom even had her favourites!

After Dad was transferred from Montreal in 1960, our parents enjoyed living in Byron. Our family attended St. George Catholic Church, where Mom was a member of the Catholic Women’s League.  After Dad passed, Mom downsized to a condo at The Gainsborough.  As was her nature, she lived independently there for 25 years, enjoying company and bingo nights.

Many thanks to the staff at Southbridge London LTC for their kindness and compassionate care of Maria.

A funeral will be held at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London on Thursday, March 13, 2025. Visitation will start at noon, with the funeral service starting at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to London Regional Cancer Care Program -The Verspeeten Family Care Centre or London Humane Society.