Neeltje Cornelia Privett

July 17, 1949 - December 30, 2024

Neeltje (Nelleke) Cornelia Privett (née Voogt), 1949-2024, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 30, in Toronto, Ontario, at the age of 75.

Born on July 17, 1949, in Vlaardingen, Netherlands, Nelleke immigrated to Canada with her parents and sister Arendina as a young girl, settling on the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia. Quirky, independent, and amazingly creative, she lived in many big cities and small towns across North America before finding her home in Ontario, where she spent most of her adult life.

Nelleke is survived by her son Todd Voogt (Patricia) of Dartmouth, NS, and her son Toby Steffin of Enfield, NS. She is also survived by her grandchildren Zachary (Chelsea), Emily, Brayden, Frankie, and Max; her sister Arendina (Didi) and brother Robert; and her nephews Chase (Kaleigh) and Sean, as well as her nieces Stephanie (Kevin) and Sammy (James).

Nelleke was predeceased by her parents, Cornelis and Neeltje (Poot) Voogt, and her brother Tony Voogt.

Nelleke led a colorful life and marched to the beat of her own drum. A casting agent for many years in Toronto, she had a knack for finding neighborhood "characters" to cast as extras in movies. In return, they often looked out for her, ensuring her lost keys or purse found their way back to her. She cherished her loyal and amazing friends, who were there for her throughout her life. Her family extends their heartfelt gratitude to these friends for their care and support.

A celebration of Nelleke's life will be held at a later date in Toronto.

Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at AFTERCARE CREMATION & BURIAL SERVICE LIMITED.