Helen Cleary Stynes
October 10, 1944 – December 26, 2020
Helen Cleary Stynes, passed peacefully, surrounded by her family, at her home on December 26, 2020 at the age of 76. Helen was a kind and loving mother, wife, grandmother, sister, teacher and friend who profoundly touched all those who knew her. Born in County Tipperary, Ireland, she left ‘home’ in 1968 to complete a Ph.D. in Chemistry at Northwestern University where she met Dennis, her husband of 50 years. They moved to Toronto where she taught Chemistry at Seneca College for 30 years. Loving mother of Miriam (Ewan), William (Carol), Sean (Joanne) and Siobhan (Josh). Devoted Nana/Grammy to Sequoia, Lochlann, Willow, Sebastien, Catherine, Claire, Audrey, James, Emma and Kieran. Dear sister to Tim, Marie, Margaret, William and Patricia. She is also survived by 31 nieces and nephews in Ireland, England and USA. Virtual funeral will be live streamed on blessedtrinityto.archtoronto.org/ Saturday, January 2, 2021 at 10AM EST at the following link. Click on the “LIVE STREAMING” button 15 minutes before the start of the funeral. More information can be found at
Catholic Cremation Services website. Donations can be made in her memory to L’Arche Daybreak: larchedaybreak.com/donate/
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Helen Cleary Stynes 2020..
Death notice for the town of: TORONTO, Province: Ontario
Deepest sympathies to Will and family. My heart is with you all during your times of sorrow.
Dear Stynes and Cleary families,
Please accept the deepest sympathies from the the Toners; Martin, Kathy, Kaitlyn & Declan. We have many fond memories of Helen, and of spending time with the Stynes family over the years. I am glad that my family got the chance to know her. I will remember how loving and devoted a mother she was to all the kids. She was kind, understanding and strong. Friends felt very welcomed at the Stynes house, and Helen and Dennis were warm and generous. We had lots of fun times and many get togethers.
We will miss Helen greatly and remember what a great woman she was. Love, the Toners.
Learning of Helen’s passing filled me with sadness. I was privileged to have known Helen over a number of years, both professionally and personally. Her professionalism was second to none and the hundreds of students she taught at Seneca College would attest to that. But her devotion to her family and dedication to those in need really stands out in my memory and will continue to set the gold standard for how to live one’s life. RIP dear Helen, and deepest sympathy to her family
Our deepest condolences go out to all of the family of Helen. Mrs. Stynes has always been a cherished friend of our family. Our memories of her have been a great comfort as we grieve her passing. Our love and prayers to all of you, especially Dennis and the children of Dennis and Helen, during this difficult time.
Love the children and grandchildren of Pat & Kitty Quish
Dearest William and Stynes and Cleary Families:
We are saddened by this news and offer our deepest condolences. Please know that you remain in our thoughts and that we hope for your strength and peace.
Stynzie, my brother, we’re always here for you.
Love, Jason, Kristina, Joshua, and Maria Annibale