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Dear friends and Cohenites,

It is with deep sadness that I am writing to let you all know that my personal hero and beloved father, Eddy Massa, passed away at home yesterday evening at the age of 70. Just like my mom, he was a devoted Cohenite whom many of you have come to know over the years as a gentle, warm and kind man, perfectly complementing my mom. They spent their entire lives together and after being separated for less than three months since my mom passed away, they are reunited once again.

May he rest in peace.

All good things,
Maarten and family

Dear Maarten, we are so sorry for your loss. These sad news fill us with deep sadness. We were blessed to have met Eddie many times. He was such a kind and warm person and a Cohenite through and through. He will be badly missed as is your mum.

Much love and big hug from both of us. Hans & Caren

Truly sorry to hear of your father's passing, Maarten. Accept my sincere condolences, may you find solace and comfort within the love he /they shared with you and others.

Hi Maarten,

So sorry to hear of Eddy's passing, so soon after Ann.
Both lovely friendly people, who we found very easy to mix with. They will be missed. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Condolences,

Scott & Helen x

Maarten, my condolences on the passing of your father. And all this so soon after your mother's passing. Lots of strength in the coming time for all those who loved them. They will be missed.

My condolences to you and your family on the passing of your father Maarten. May your hearts hold loving memories of him as you grieve this loss together.

Eddy in Ghent in August 2016

Maarten's message made us sad, even though we were already expecting this. Our deepest condolences to Maarten and his loved ones who have now lost their parents and grandparents in just a few months.

We well remember our first meeting with Eddy and Maarten at the Berlin Event in 2006, when they drove their Cohen-named car from Belgium to Germany. After that, we had the opportunity to meet and spend time with Ann and Eddy at many Cohen happenings around the world. We were happy to have them also visit us in Finland.

The passing of Ann and Eddy is a great loss for the Cohen community. With gratitude, we also remember the many souvenirs that they jointly conceived and implemented as gifts for the participants of our events.

Thank you for everything, Eddy.

Love
Eija & Jarkko

Dear Maarten and family, we are so sorry to hear about Eddy and your big loss.
It really made us so sad and our thoughts are with you all. Hard to believe, its a very hard year.
We were lucky to have known both your parents Anne and Eddy and the good memories we will surely keep as a treasure . Our condolences to you all. Big hugs
Andrea & Marco

Dear Maarten, I am so sorry to hear this sad news of yet another loss in your life. Please take good care of yourself, and I hope that you have all of the love and comfort that you need as you find your way through this difficult time. Warmest regards.

Oh, my dear Maarten,
Such devastatingly sad news so soon after your mother’s passing! My heart is once again with you at this time of the year; a few days ago it was 10 years since my mother passed. I am with you in your grief and I wish I could lessen it.
I am so very sorry for the loss of your father. My heartfelt condolences are sent to you and your family.

Maarten, woorden schieten tekort. Gecondoleerd met het verlies en heel veel sterkte deze moeilijke tijd. Peter

Maarten,

So sorry to hear about the loss of both of your parents and in such a short time frame from one another. Sending prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.

Dave

Mark and I are so sorry to hear this sad news, Maarten. We have many happy memories of Eddy and his gentle sense of humour. We are both thinking of you and your family.

Best wishes from Joy and Mark.

Maarten I am saddened to hear about your dear father Eddy. I send you and your sons and all your family strength at this most difficult time. What a huge loss for you...
I met your parents twice and found them so welcoming and kind.
Take good care and lots of love to you.
Leslie

Dear Maarten, I am so sorry to read this. Eddy was such a kind and gentle man who will be missed so much within our community. He and Ann were so special. Sending my heartfelt condolences to you and your family, love Janet