(August 26,1927-March 6, 2022) - Mom died peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, March 6th, 2022. She was 94.
Blessed with fierce independence, a sunny disposition and endless patience she was a wonderful Mom to Kathleen, Derek (Heather), Richard (Susan) and Jennifer (Nick). Proud and fun-loving Grandma to Janet Lee-Evoy (Matt), Oriana Evoy, Justine Kennett (Matt), Kharis Evoy, Erin Evoy, Kate Evoy, and Connor Hooymans, and Great Grandma to Kyro.
Dear sister and sister-in-law to Tom Henry (Bonnie) and Marian Henry, and predeceased by siblings Jack Henry, Margaret Brownlee (Bill), and Elinor Smith (Ward).
Mom was born in Bar River, Ontario to Hugh and Ella Henry and enjoyed a happy childhood on the farm. She graduated from the University of Toronto in physiotherapy in 1949. Before raising her family, Mom specialized in the treatment of children born with Cerebral Palsy - opening clinics in Regina and Saskatoon - and then worked with children in Calgary and Kingston during the polio epidemic.
After raising her family and while living in Australia, Mom re-entered physiotherapy and worked in many different settings as we moved ...in Australia, Vancouver, Toronto and eventually Sault Ste. Marie where she was department head of Rehabilitation at the General Hospital before she retired.
Mom built her dream home for family gatherings on Finn's Bay Road in 1983 where so many wonderful memories were made. She continued to travel and have fun with her siblings and friends. Mom truly loved and lived life to the fullest. We will miss her big smile. We will miss her always.
Family and friends may visit at Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St.E. 705-759-2522) on Sunday, March 13, 2022 from 2-4 pm. (Masks Mandatory). Cremation with interment Sylvan Valley Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions to Easter Seals Society (payable by cheque or online) or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.arthurfuneralhome.com for the Evoy family.