In memoriam – Marry

Marry, also known as Marretje Kroon, passed away in Kalpana on 16th September, 2024. She was 76 years old.

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

Since last February, Marry 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.

Marry’s remains were buried on September 21st at the Auroville Burial and Cremation Grounds.