Rosemary Sontowski, age 95, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025 at Ridge Meadows Hospital.

Rosemary was born in Vancouver, B.C. on February 21, 1930. She was the eldest of five children born to John and Annie McGinnis, originally from Glasgow, Scotland. 

Rosemary and family were longtime residents of Maple Ridge. She was preceded in death by her husband Gordon Sontowski, her brothers, and a sister.

Rosemary is survived by daughters Anita Van Cleft, Lynn Foggo (Alan); grandchildren: Elisa Sung, Daari Foggo, and Heath Van Cleft; and great grandchildren: Raeanne Van Cleft, Kian Sung, James Galatiuk, and Ava Van Cleft. 

Rosemary was an avid Bridge player who was a Life Master and a member of the Maple Ridge Bridge Club for 50 years where she played weekly. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and reading, but her real passion was watching and cheering on her beloved Blue Jays! She embraced the Chinese culture, both her granddaughters live and work in Hong Kong. She was a great sport at trying the unusual and unique cuisine when she visited Hong Kong. As the matriarch of the family for many years she will be dearly missed and forever loved.

At Rosemary's request, there will be no service.