Mary Emelda Mariampillai, lovingly known as Mani, of Karampon, Kayts, Sri Lanka, passed away peacefully on January 7th, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born on May 11th, 1938, Mary lived a life defined by kindness, devotion and an unwavering love for those around her.
She was the beloved wife of her late husband, Joseph Saverimuthu Regy, and a cherished mother to Joe Balakumaran, Gerard Jeyakumaran, Jude Devakumaran, Julian Rajakumaran, Bernard Uthayakumaran, Sherin Niranjani, Gerome Chandrakumaran and Norin Vanmala.
Mary was a devoted mother‑in‑law to Sharmini, Nilani, Judini, Roshani, Loraine, Rohan and Gerry and a proud grandmother to Danista, Juliya, Kevin, Jessica, Jason, Nathan, Thiraveen, Kenneth, Katie, Jeremy, Joshua, Jordan, Amutha and Oviya.
She welcomed with love her grandsons‑in‑law, Keston and Darren, who became cherished members of the family.
She was also blessed to be the great‑grandmother of Analia Keston.
She is remembered as the loving sister of late Allin, late Ariyam, late Baby, late Mable, late Arasaratnam, late Malar and Late Selvaratnam.
She was also the sister‑in‑law of late Rajadurai, late Thilagam, late Pius, late Rasiah, late Anthonipillai, Mani Arasaratnam and Pushparani.
Mary Emelda (Mani) will be deeply missed and forever remembered by her family, friends and all who were touched by her gentle spirit.
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With heavy hearts, we remember Mrs. Mary. E. Mariampillai, a loving soul whose kindness, faith and gentle sprit touched many lives. May her soul rest in heaven with the angels, and may the Almighty...