Davies, Mair Evelyn
Mair was born in Hamilton on June 19, 1938 to parents of Welsh descent. Her parents, Robert Lewis Davies (1904-1970) and Frances Evelyn Parry (1907-1987), were members of the Church of England and the Calvinistic Methodist Church in their hometown of Dyserth, North Wales. They immigrated to Canada after their marriage in 1937. Mair was very proud of her Welsh heritage and was fluent – written and spoken – in the Welsh language. Both Mair, and her sister Ann, were baptized at Pilgrim United Church, Hamilton. Mair had a strong faith which carried her through many challenging times in her life. Mair is best known for her musical talents. Over the span of many decades she was the church organist for several congregations in the Hamilton area, and was also a choir member and director and piano teacher. Her ability to play any hymn in any key and her perfect pitch, made her the envy of many a musician. She was also an accomplished harpist. Mair concluded her musical career as an organist when she retired from Grace Lutheran Church, Hamilton in 2010. She was also an active member of the Eastern Star and an on-line Theta sorority. After struggling with debilitating illnesses for several years, Mair passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Hamilton, on July 15, 2021, at the age of 83. Thank you to the staff of St. Joseph’s, the Cardinal Residence, Dr. Ryan McLeod and P.X. Dermody for their care of her. A special thank you to her friends Diane and Loretta for their care over the past few years. Mair was predeceased by her parents, her sister Ann and her beloved cats. She is fondly remembered by her nieces, Jennifer and Sarah, extended family members in the Hamilton/Niagara area, Arizona and England, plus many very dear friends.
Cremation has taken place. A service to remember Mair and celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, September 25th at 2 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church located at 1907 King St E, Hamilton, ON L8K 1V9. To register to attend the service, please contact Pastor Loretta Jaunzarins at ljaunzarins@gmail.com or call/text 905-536-2785. Masks and social distancing apply.
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Thursday July 15th 2021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Mair Davies Thursday July 15th 2021..
Décès pour la Ville:HAMILTON, Province: Ontario