Maria Hendrika Jacoba Franken

"Je bent niet meer waar je was, maar je bent overal waar wij zijn."

"You are no longer where you were, but you are everywhere where we are."

Maria “Marianne” Hendrika Jacoba Franken passed away peacefully at: St. Vincent’s Hospital on October 14,2026 at the age of 84.

Marianne was born in the Netherlands in 1942, one of twelve children. She came to Ottawa in the early 1970s, fell in love with the city, and made it her home. She remained very proud of her Dutch heritage and spoke of it often. Marianne was a strong, independent woman who embraced life with enthusiasm and optimism. She was genuinely interested in people, enjoyed lively conversations, and loved learning about the lives and experiences of others. Her positive outlook and zest for life will be fondly remembered by all who knew her

Huil niet omdat ik er niet meer ben, maar glimlach omdat ik er was. Zoek me niet in de leegte, maar vind me in wie ik was. Praat over mij, noem mijn naam, zo blijf ik in gedachten altijd naast je staan.

English Translation: "Don't cry because I am no longer here, but smile because I was. Do not look for me in the emptiness, but find me in who I was. Talk about me, mention my name, so in your thoughts I will always stand beside you."

Special thanks to all the staff of the Queensway Carleton Hospital and St. Vincent’s Pallative Care team. Everyone was so caring, thoughtful and truly listened, all the while administering the absolute best care.

A service  will be held at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Roman Catholic Church, 1758 Ata Vista Drive, Wednesday November 18, 2026 at 10am and will also be live-streamed (register below).