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Doug Stirling posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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i was sorry to hear of Marys passing and didnt know until now Mary and My Mom were good friends and cousins and they were kind enough to have me for supper at the home after Mom passed away. She is missed
Doug Stirling
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Barb Leaper posted a condolence
Friday, April 7, 2023
I have been wondering about Mary. Just looked this up and see she passed away in 2023. As you know we were great friends.. I met her through.C reative ircle and thus we became friends of Mary and Vic. Later she taught me tole painting. What fun we had. Our condolences go out to all the family. A great family.. Gord and Barb Leaper.
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Kathy Saunders Malott posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
My deepest condolences to her beloved husband Ken, and to Ken's and Mary's families. Mary was the sweetest lady. She and Ken were treasured friends to Mom and Dad for many years, long after they met through Mary's tole painting classes - and today they are reminiscing over warm and happy memories of times spent in their presence and the happiness Ken and Mary found together later in life. The "chewy squares" she would so thoughtfully send to each Christmas to our families will forever remain a favourite holiday treat. Rest in peace Mary.
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Marg Moriyama posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
To Ken and the Sinclair family in the loss of his wife and their mother and grandmother. I met Mary and Ken through church and then at Village on the Thames when we held church services there. I just learned today of her passing. Reading of her very full life, we give thanks that the limitations of this life are over and pray comfort you, her family, who miss her near presence. By faith, we pray that God will be your true Comforter.
Prayerfully, Pastor Marg Moriyama
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Judith Gilbert posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
To Donna and her family. Please accept my and my families condolences on the passing of you mom. She was a wonderful lady. I know she'll be missed by everyone who knew her. From Judy, my mom family.
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Bill Craven posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2023
To all of the Sinclair family my condolences. Mary was such a beautiful welcoming, encouraging woman of faith and a treasure to all who had her in their lives. I remember well all of the times I spent at your family home on Wiltshire. All of the fun and games and of course the above ground pool. Mary was always the biggest part of the fun! Not only did she show she cared when I was a child but on through my adult life. I will always remeber her fondly for all the fun and all that she stood for. With Love Bill Craven.
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Vera Todd Roberts posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2023
Dear Mary's family
Your Mom was a dear friend to my Mother, Verna (Manning) Todd having grown up together in Turin. Please know that you are all held close in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult of times. God's Blessings to you all!
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Lisa hinter posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2023
To all of the Sinclair family , so very sad for you to endure such a great loss. Your mom was a full of life energetic lady - deepest condolences to you and all of the family. May you find strength in each other, in faith and in wonderful memories .
Love ,Lisa hinter and family and Betty and Greg Bunnett
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Lynn Russell posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2023
To your Sinclair family,
Our sincere thoughts are with all of you as you miss your dear mom. It was good to visit with her at Village On The Thames during our last Sprucedale services there. Our parents and families were often involved together in various activities in those earlier years at Sprucedale and we have wonderful memories. Ruth certainly enjoyed Mary’s painting classes, creating artwork a a result of your mother’s encouraging lessons. Your parents were an important part of our lives.
Ruth Gosnell and Lynn Russell
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Pam Hall posted a condolence
Monday, March 6, 2023
To the whole Sinclair family -
My deepest sympathies to all of you. The Sinclair and Mills families had a lot of memories together during those Sprucedale days - Junior Choir, Garage Sales and Couples Club events. I always loved a chance to visit with your Mom. She was a bright light. I will be thinking of you today as you celebrate her life and remember the times when age hadn’t yet slowed her down.
Sending love to all of you from the “Mills girls” Peggy, Penny, Patty and I.
Again my condolences,
Pam (Mills) Hall
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Colleen Smith posted a condolence
Sunday, March 5, 2023
To all of Mary's family:
many years ago, I took some group tole painting classes from Mary, and had a wonderful time. She was very fun loving and an excellent teacher. With her warm personality, she left a lasting positive impact on many people. How wonderful that she was able to share her wonderful talents with so many people! I will never forget her.
Colleen Smith
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Lynn Welch posted a condolence
Sunday, March 5, 2023
Our sincere condolences to the entire family. Wishing you all peace, comfort and love at this time of sorrow. Lynn and Chad Welch
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Rose Bechard lit a candle
Sunday, March 5, 2023
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Rest in peace Dear Mary.
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Kathy Jurasek lit a candle
Sunday, March 5, 2023
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Beautiful tribute to your mom. Sending loving thoughts your way during this sad time. Cherish the memories - Dave and Kathy Jurasek
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carol verstraete posted a condolence
Saturday, March 4, 2023
Chuck, sorry to hear of Mary's passing. Whenever she came back to Turin for an event, she always had a memory to share of growing up in the Turin community. Dad always had stories to share of all of you going to the old one room school in Turin. Her bubbly personality will be missed.
Carol Verstraete
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Carmen Craig posted a condolence
Saturday, March 4, 2023
I met Mary & Ken nearly 14 years ago at Gregory Drive Church when I moved back to Chatham. Mary was outgoing and full of joy in the Lord. I enjoyed visiting with her and Ken at their home and later at Residence on the Thames. She commented on several occasions that she had been blessed to have had two wonderful husbands. When I think of Mary, I remember her strong faith in her Lord and Savior, Jesus, Who has undoubtedly now said to her, "Well done good and faithful servant." Matthew 25:21. Sweet and spunky Mary will be missed by many.
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Glenn and Gay Tennant posted a condolence
Saturday, March 4, 2023
Dear Donna,Paul, Matthew and family, Glenn and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear Mom. Donna, our friendship goes back over 50 years, which started at Tecumseh Secondary School in Chatham. The “GOOD OLE DAYS.” And to this day I treasure our lasting friendship. May God comfort you and strengthen you and give you peace with many loving memories of your Mother. And may you all be surrounded with friends and family in the days to come. With Loving Regards, Gay nee( Armstrong) and Glenn Tennant
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jay-marie hansen posted a condolence
Saturday, March 4, 2023
My sincerest condolences to the entire Sinclair and McFadden families.
I affectionally remember her as Aunt Mary growing up until my adult life. My Mother (Bella) and grandparents lived across the road on the corner of Wiltshire and Victoria. Aunt Mary hosted birthday parties in addition to visiting my childhood home many times in addition to sleepovers at the house with her, Kim and a uncle Vic.
Aunt Mary visited us at the hospital the morning my Mom passed and offered many supportive calls after her passing. In the later years I visited with her and Ken after moving from the Wiltshire home. I will hold all those memories very close to my heart. Aunt Mary was always so kind and offered many a laugh and love throughout the years.
Jaye-Marie Hansen
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Brad Holmes posted a condolence
Saturday, March 4, 2023
Our condolences to the entire Sinclair family . Mary was part of the family for many years and will be missed by all.
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Meghan Belpassi posted a condolence
Saturday, March 4, 2023
My sincere condolences to the Sinclair family.
Grandma Mary has been a part of our family ever since marrying my Grandpa McFadden in 1991. I have fond memories of spending time with them after highschool once a week before heading over to my piano lessons, learning about tole painting and listening to stories of their latest social engagement - of which there were many! Grandma Mary has been part of the most significant events in our family - weddings, birthdays, Father's Day, Christmas - for over 30 year. Her creativity, energy and joie de vivre was contagious and she had such a positive impact on my Grandpa and his family. Although we were not her grandchildren by birth, she was the still Grandma to us, and she will be missed dearly.
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Anne Parry posted a condolence
Saturday, March 4, 2023
Donna, my deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Thinking of you all now and send my love.
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Pam Perrin posted a condolence
Saturday, March 4, 2023
Vel so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Linda Henderson posted a condolence
Saturday, March 4, 2023
To the Sinclair Family,
There would have been a reunion in Heaven last week when Mary arrived! Elsie and Don Mills, Terry and Bill Johnston (my parents) and Vic would have been there to welcome her. What stories I used to hear about the fun these people had at Sprucedale's Friendship Club and the weekly dances they attended. Mary was a special lady and I still have some artwork my mother did from her painting classes. I am remembering all of you in my prayers.
Linda Johnston Henderson
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Heather Burrell posted a condolence
Friday, March 3, 2023
Jim please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved mother. We will keep you and your family in our hearts and prayers.
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Janie Anderson posted a condolence
Friday, March 3, 2023
My prayers are with Ken McFadden as he mourns the loss of his wife of many years
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Marilyn and Gary Eagleson posted a condolence
Friday, March 3, 2023
Our Sincere Condolence to the families of Mary.
Marilyn and I have many fond memories of our social gatherings with Mary and Vic and then Ken through the "Sprucedale Friendship Club". Mary always seemed to have a smile on her face and kind words for all!
Marilyn and Gary Eagleson
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Denis and Barb Bourbonnais posted a condolence
Friday, March 3, 2023
Our condolences go out to Ken and to Mary‘s family. We met Ken and Mary years ago at Gregory Drive Alliance Church.. Mary found out who I was and gave me a letter that my mom had sent her years earlier after meeting just once, what a gift! Our friendship grew, and Mary would bake me birthday cakes, attend suppers at our house, and for a few years our kids would try to “Rake and Run” (leaves in their yard), but we always got caught and would be gifted with leftover Halloween potato chips. Denis and I spent many hours sitting with Ken And Mary at doctors appointments. Mary would call Denis her “son from a different mother” and he took great pride in that title.
It was a joy to get to know Mary. She was a talented artist, she had a flare with her tole paintings and decorating, and always had stories of her children and grandchildren. Mary was a great friend to many, and now she “will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love Him.” James 1:12
Denis and Barb Bourbonnais and family
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Rick/ Andrea MacFarlane posted a condolence
Friday, March 3, 2023
Betty, Velma, Donna, Jim and Kim / families. Please accept our best wishes and sympathies at your moms passing. So many good memories of of Mary and Vic on Wiltshire Drive through the years!
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Ken and Darlene Melton posted a condolence
Friday, March 3, 2023
Dear Betty,
Our sister in law still has ties to Chatham and was kind enough to let us know of your Moms passing.She sounds like a wonderful women.Now we know why Betty was always so special.Sending our love and support and deepest sympathy to your family.Ken and Darlene Melton Petrolia,Ontario
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delma coll lit a candle
Friday, March 3, 2023
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my condolence to you Mary and your family.
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Friday, March 3, 2023
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Our relationship cannot be defined by an obituary. You are the woman our family's know as Grandma McFADDEN. Thank you for the last 32 years Grandma.
You always think you have more time. You don't but if I did this is what I would say to you.
Visiting you and Grandpa Cow meant a trip to the city! You had the best snacks and we loved playing on the swing set in the back yard. Your strawberries were always sweeter than anyone else's. Later I found out that you added sugar to them. As an adult I enjoyed conversations in the back patio while you wowed over our children. Thank you for sharing words of wisdom when I needed them. We love you Grandma.
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Gayle Eileen Shantz posted a condolence
Friday, March 3, 2023
To the Sinclair Families
Deepest condolences to all on the passing of your mom/grandma. May the kinds words of friends and family help get you through the difficult days ahead. And, may the wonderful memories you have of times spent together help ease your sorrow going forward.
In sympathy,
Gayle & Roger Shantz
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Debby Bishop lit a candle
Friday, March 3, 2023
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Al & Tracey Childs posted a condolence
Friday, March 3, 2023
Kim, Rob and Katrina.
So very sorry and our deepest sympathy as we hear of the passing of your mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. You will be remembered in our thoughts and prayers.
Tracey & Al Childs
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Brenda Robinson posted a condolence
Friday, March 3, 2023
Kim & family: so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. My thoughts & prayers go out to you at this most difficult time. I remember your Dad & Mom at the Union Gas parties, dances, etc. & of course, worked w/your Dad & Kim. Cherish the memories
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Lynn Parker Larsen posted a condolence
Thursday, March 2, 2023
Dear Jim and family, my heart felt sympathies in the passing of your mom. She sure lived life to its fullest! She always made me laugh and picked up my day when I saw her, and she loved those scarves! She had a little corner of my heart. She gave the best hugs!
Praying all the happy and cherished memories comfort you all. She is finally ‘home’ with her beloved Jesus and your dad. Psalm 23.
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Cindy Boogaart posted a condolence
Thursday, March 2, 2023
My heartfelt condolences to Kim, and the entire Sinclair family. I never knew your Mom, but you know I thought highly of your Dad, from the bit of time I worked with him at Riverview. It sounds like his bride was just as kind and warm. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Judy & John Sinclair Family posted a condolence
Thursday, March 2, 2023
All our love and condolences to the Sinclair relatives - many GOOD memories of days gone by; and still more memories to make as we celebrate this great lady!! Always admired Mary and her family!
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Judy & John Sinclair Family lit a candle
Thursday, March 2, 2023
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Oldershaw Betty posted a condolence
Thursday, March 2, 2023
I have such good memories of Mrs Sinclair - she was always so much fun when I was growing up - I wanted to be adopted into her family. Rest in peace
Mary - hugs to all the Sinclair children. So sorry for your loss.
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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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Jane Harwood posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, March 2, 2023
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Saddened to hear of your mom’s passing. There are so many wonderful memories of our Wiltshire drive days with Mary and the Sinclair family. Sending my condolences.
Jane(Grocott) Harwood
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Doug Hodgson posted a condolence
Thursday, March 2, 2023
Vel, Donna and families,
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We are unable to attend the visitarion or service but you will be in our minds..
Doug & Mary Anne Hodgson
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Brian Richardson lit a candle
Thursday, March 2, 2023
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Rest in peace Aunt Mary.
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Jennifer Matthews lit a candle
Thursday, March 2, 2023
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Aunt Donna, Uncle Paul, Matt & Family, our deepest condolences to all of you. Sending you all big warm virtual hugs and love.
Jen, Tony, Saxon & Rosie
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