Marry (Marretje Kroon)

Marry, also known as Marretje Kroon, was born in the Netherlands and joined Auroville in 2007. 

Her main interest was the study of the works of Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, and translating.

Many got to know her through her knowledge of the Feldenkreis method. For a number of years she offered good classes and excellent individual treatments in Feldenkreis, a series of physical exercises that enhance body awareness and wellbeing. She intended to stop with the classes and treatments and focus on her yoga, but continued with individual treatments till recently, on request from many grateful Aurovilians who had benefited from her treatments. 

Since last February, Marry had suffered from cancer (myeloma). She showed courage and was positive throughout. Her son and his family visited her a month ago, which made her very happy, and they were also very impressed when they discovered Auroville. After their visit, Marry prepared to go “through the tunnel of light” as she put it. She passed away in Kalpana on 16th September, 2024. She was 76 years old. Her skills and gentle presence will be missed. 

Our condolences go out to her daughter and her son and family. 

Farewell, Marry, rest in peace. 

(Written by Annemarie, with input from Tineke, Mauna, Appie and Vani.)

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