Magda Riets
Died: September 29, 2013 | Place: Residence
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RIETS, Magda…
Surrounded by family, friends and much love, Magda (Miniats) Riets lost her courageous battle with ALS at home in her 89th year on September 29, 2013. A great lady to her last breath – strong and generous, always putting others first and sharing the beauty and humour she saw in life. Beloved wife of the late Jekabs Riets (1996). Cherished Mother of Daina (John) Eby and Ingrid Riets (John Daly). Will be missed by her nephew and godson Paul Miniats, her nieces Rita and Anita and their families. Remembered with love and fondness by her dear friend Roberts Leitans and his family Jessica, Arthur and Lynda. Survived by her sisters-in-law Brigita and Sonya. Predeceased by her brothers Raimonds, Eduards, Olgerts and his wife Elma. Magda’s life was filled with love and passion for her family, friends, students, patients, Latvia and Latvian organizations in Canada, her cottage in Bayfield, gardening, animals, nature, opera and travel. Cremation has taken place. Private interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to remember and honour Magda at her Celebration of Life on Saturday October 19, 2013, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at Michael’s on The Thames, 1 York Street, London ON. Donations in memory of Magda to the Ogre Latvia Animal Shelter (c/o Ingrid Riets, 104-176 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON, M5A 4H2), and to the Canadian Opera Company, (416-847-4949, coc.ca/SupportTheCOC), or the charity of your choice, would be appreciated. A. Millard George Funeral Home entrusted with the arrangements (519-433-5184). Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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My heartfelt condolences to your family. Much love, Auni.
I believe it was 1976 when I had Mrs. Riets as my RNA teacher at St. Mary’s Hospital in London. She taught great love and compassion for the residents there! Then she would walk with us students caring and fun to be with. She had something dignified and integrity! She helped make me a better person