UPDATE INFORMATION FOR CELEBRATION OF LIFE

It is with much sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the death of Jossy (Yogi) Marretje Forbes of Woodstock on Friday August 1, 2025, at the Upper River Valley Hospital in Waterville at the age of 78.

Yogi was born on March 27, 1947 in Holland to the late Willem and Aagje Van der Meer.

Yogi is survived by her loving husband Garry of 44 years of Woodstock, daughter Kim Bell (Lee), son Gladwin De Lanoi (Dirk) and her 2 grandsons Carson and Carter Bell.

Yogi was a devoted wife and mother who loved her family whole heartedly and was so proud of her grandchildren. She worked many jobs including bartender at the Legion for many years, working in a potato house and many know her as the BBQ lady at the Fam Market that she did with her husband for 15 years. She was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion and a devoted crib player. She loved to be social and chat to anyone and loved to laugh. She enjoyed the warm summer days sitting outside in the sun enjoying a drink with her husband. She loved animals as she had the biggest heart and will be deeply missed by her loved ones.

Her family would like to say thank you to Oncology unit, Dr. Chowdhury and all nurses on 2NE at the Upper River Valley Hospital for their compassionate care.

Keeping with Jossy's wishes there will be no visitation or funeral service. A celebration of Life will be held at a later date at the Woodstock Royal Canadian Legion Branch #11.

If so desired, donations can be made to the Debec Animal Shelter in Yogi's memory.