JESSON, Mary “Eleanor” (April 7, 1935 – September 11, 2022) –
It is with sadness, that Jack and the Jesson family announce the sudden passing of their much-loved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, and a friend to many in the Baldwin Place Community, Tillsonburg, Mary “Eleanor” Jesson at the age of 87 years. Born in North Rustico, Prince Edward Island. Eleanor and Jack have been residents of Baldwin Place for over 20 years (since its inception, they were amongst the first who started living there). She was a dedicated member of St. Mary’s R.C. Church and the St. Mary’s Catholic Women’s League (for over 40 years). In her younger years, Eleanor’s hobbies included cross-country skiing, paddle boating and the cottage life. Eleanor was the much-loved wife of John “Jack” Jesson for 55 years and she had great love for all her family. Loved mother of Donna (Alan Yateman), of Oakville; and their daughter Dawn (Jon); Richard (Sandra) Jesson, of Mississauga and their children: Jennifer (John) (and their daughter Kaia), and two sons John and Matthew. Also survived by a sister Edna Norquay, of Dundas and by several nieces, nephews, cousins, and relatives in Prince Edward Island and by many close friends in Baldwin. Predeceased by two sisters Betty (and late Tom Quinn) and Marilyn Lessif.
Cremation has taken place. All of Eleanor’s family, friends, and neighbours are invited to attend a public visitation on Friday, September 16th, 2022, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., in the Maurice J. Verhoeve Funeral Homes- Burial and Cremation Services Inc. Chapel, 262 Broadway, Tillsonburg. St. Mary’s CWL Rosary will be held on Friday at 4:00 p.m. Public Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, September 17th, 2022, at 11:00 a.m., at St. Mary’s R.C. Church, 51 Venison Street West, Tillsonburg, by Rev. Father Seejo John. Interment follows in the Tillsonburg Cemetery. Everyone in attendance is welcomed to join for a time of conversation and fellowship at Baldwin Place Community Centre (142 Weston Drive, Tillsonburg) immediately following inurnment. All who knew Eleanor are welcomed to share special memories, favourite photos, send flowers or contribute memorial donations to “Diabetes Canada” or to “Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario” via Eleanor’s online tribute page or by contacting the Maurice J. Verhoeve Funeral Homes, Tillsonburg (519)842-4238, entrusted with all funeral arrangements, with confidence.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Eleanor Jesson September 11th 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Tillsonburg, Province: Ontario
So sorry to hear of Aunt Eleanor’s passing. My thoughts are with you Uncle Jack, Rick, Donna and your families.