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Obituary of Helen Lena McGriskin
The family of the late Lena McGriskin regretfully announce her passing on February 16th, 2025.
Lena was born on September 13th, 1924 in Oshawa, to Alex and Dorothy Rosnak and was one of eleven children. As a young adult Lena worked on an assembly line for war munitions in Pickering prior to marrying Joe McGriskin on January 25th, 1945. Lena and Joe were dairy farmers and raised their family in Agincourt, where the McGriskin family originated. Lena and Joe were loving parents to their children, Tom (Heather), Donna (Don), Mike (Jo-Anne), Theresa (Gary) and Collette (Danny). Lena was pre-deceased by her son Mike and daughter in law Donna.
In 1965 they relocated the family and farm operation to Sunderland. During their lifetime together they bred multiple top genetic Holstein cattle, exported cattle throughout the world and were renowned for their breeding excellence, earning several significant awards from the Canadian Holstein Association. Lena and Joe loved to spend winter holidays in Florida, which eventually became their home away from home.
Lena lost her beloved husband Joe in 1984 after which Lena was able to establish a home on the farm in Sunderland and a home in Florida during the winter. With the support of her children and grandchildren Lena was able to maintain the life she loved. Lena leaves behind twelve grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren and six great, great grandchildren, the joys of her life.
Lena was blessed with good health, strong determination and lived independently until she was 98 years old when she transitioned to residential living. Lena’s last achievement was a grand celebration with family and friends on the farm for her “100th Birthday”.
Details on the service to celebrate her life will follow. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.waggfuneralhome.com
2025
Death notice for the town of: Port-Perry, Province: Ontario
death notice Helen Lena McGriskin 2025
obituaries notice Helen Lena McGriskin 2025
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Helen Lena McGriskin 2025 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
