Marija Kemperle
1939 - 2024
Marija Kemperle passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, at the age of 85. Marija was a devoted mother to Cindy Marie Kemperle (Jean Luc St.Amant), Linda Hampson (Sean Penhale), and Catherine McInnis, and was a beloved figure to Deanna Bottrell, who was like a fourth daughter to her. She was a loving grandmother to Tonya Fern Marie Cadieux (Paul) and Kyle St. Amant, and a cherished great-grandmother to Soren and Lilliana.
She was the sister of the late Janez “Ivan” Berce, the late Joze Kemperle, Stanislava Kemperle, Anica Kemperle, and the late Anton “Tony” Kemperle. Marija will be fondly remembered by her very best lifelong friend, Karen Nicholson.
Marija had a remarkable career as a chef, most notably as a longtime and loyal chef at Sisters Eatery/Millies and as the former owner of Venezia Restaurant in Orono. Her love for cooking and her dedication to her craft will be remembered by many in the community.
A memorial service to honor Marija’s life will be held on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Northcutt Elliott Funeral Home, 53 Division Street, Bowmanville. Family and friends are welcome to gather to celebrate her life and the joy she brought to others.
We extend our deepest sympathies to Marija’s family and friends and hope her memory brings comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
