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Sonja passed away at the General Hospital in Ottawa Ontario, on Friday January 23, 2015. Beloved soulmate to her husband James, Sonja was the heart and soul of her family. Cherished daughter of Maria Solomon and the late Walter Zeritsch. Vibrant mother of Erika Cuccaro (Joseph) and James Ainslie Bertram and adored Oma to Matteo and Leona Cuccaro. Sonja will be sorely missed by heartbroken family and friends across Canada, Austria, and Liechtenstein. Born in Leoben, Austria on March 17, 1947, Sonja spent her childhood in Austria before moving to Canada at the age of eight. Sonja developed a deep love of her adopted homeland as she learned English and attended school. After graduating from Gloucester High School, Sonja started work at Met Life in Ottawa. Her striking good looks and warm personality caught the eye of fellow employee James Bertram. He asked her on a date and the rest is history. Sonja and James were married on August 23, 1969 and enjoyed a deep and loving relationship that spanned 45 years. Sonja will be remembered for her charisma, wisdom, and open-hearted personality that made all feel welcome in her presence. She created a cozy nest of a home and enjoyed treating family and friends to home-cooked meals, sparkling conversation, and – always - laughter.
Friends are invited to remember Sonja at a Memorial Service at the Brown Chapel of Hulse, Playfair & McGarry (805 Prescott Street, Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0) on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 from 1:00 – 4:00pm. Service in the Chapel at 4:00 pm.