Lyn passed away peacefully surrounded by her husband and two daughters at LHSC – University Hospital on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at the age of 78. Cherished wife of Nick Balabucha for over 60 years. Loving mom of Shelly (Balabucha) (McNeil) MacLean, and Natasha and Paul Smibert. Proud Nana of Kayla (Sean); Justin, and Amanda (Dwayne) and great-nana of Skylar. Dear sister of Alan Norton and sister-in-law of Doreen. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Ross and Marion (Landsborough) Norton, her siblings Bob and Marlene (Mike), and brother-in-law Victor.
Lyn will be remembered by many patrons she served with her smiling face as a waitress at the Golden Pheasant, Horse & Hound, and The Northstar, where many friendships were formed. Lyn loved settling into her chair with a coffee, enjoying a challenging word search.
A celebration of Lyn’s life will be held at the Community Bible Church, 24294 Adelaide Street North, LUCAN (corner of Highway 7 and Adelaide St. N.) on Saturday, February 28th from 11 AM – 1 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Arthritis Society Canada would be appreciated by the family.
The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the staff at LHSC – University Hospital both on 4th Floor and in the ICU. They are grateful for the care and compassion shown to Lyn and her family.
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Donna Hawley (Scott)
My sincere condolences to Lynda’s family. I remember Lynda, Marlene, Nick and Vic from Hyde Park, church and school and Medway. Lynda was always a friendly, kind person. I have fond memories of my days growing up in their company.
Tonya and Ron
Nick and families,
Lyn was such a feisty and friendly gal with family love. We sure will miss Lyn out in the yard, just pitching in and helping with yard work and a wave or visit. We loved Lynda and she will always be a shining light for us.❤️
Audra Thomas
So sorry for your loss Nick. You are in our thoughts
Rick Heywood
Nick and Family
My deepest condolences on the loss of your soulmate and mother. Find peace in the many memories you have.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Patti and Dan Murphy
Nick, Shelly, Natasha and family
Sincere condolences to all of you. Lynda was quite a lady. I don’t remember her without a smile on her face, which made me smile. She cared for and loved you guys always. Lots of crazy and wonderful memories.
gord young
Sorry to hear about this girl passing …. bumped in to Linda many times ..
Gord Young
Verda Keays
My sincere condolences to Nick and family. We were neighbours in our younger years and always enjoyed her infectious smile and laugh whenever we crossed paths. She loved her family and may the memories give you strength and hold them close to your heart.
Ann Marie (Riley) and Bob Taylor
Nick and family
I am so sorry to hear of Lyn’s passing. God took a kind a caring lady to soon. She will be remembered for her kindness. helpfullness and her ear for listening. She will be sadly missed.
Heather vanderboog
Nick, Shelly,Natasha and family’s
Hank and I were so sorry to hear of Lynda’s passing .
She was such a beautiful woman always smiling and welcoming
So many fond memories
Our deepest condolences
Hank &Heather
Dennis and Cindy White
Nick, Shelly, Natasha and families.
Sending our deepest condolences to all of you on the loss of a dear wife, mother and grandmother.
She loved all of you so much. She talked about you a lot when she came into the pharmacy.
She was a very special person and she holds a place in my heart. ❤️
Janyce and Bill Mardlin
Nick and family, our sincere sympathy for your loss. Lynda will be missed.
Susan Cook
Dear Nick, Shelly and Natasha,
So very sorry to hear of Lynda’s passing. She was always my favourite waitress no matter which restaurant. May it give you all some comfort knowing that she isn’t in pain anymore. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
John and Pauline Conway
Natasha and family. Our sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved Mother, Lynda
May God bless
Brian & Sharon Haskett
Our deepest condolences Nick and family. We remember her well from Medway high school days. Always fun!
Gary & Donna Leitch
Rembering high school days
Linda Salts
Nick and family,
My heartfelt condolences on the passing of Lynda.
She was always cheerful and lots of fun, and enjoyed nurturing her customers at the restaurant.
She loved to tell us about her family and ‘my Nick’.
Linda Salts
John & Mary Walls
Sending our sincere condolences to Lynda’s family. Memories of Medway High School days.
Maxine & Perry Ridgewell
Nick, Shelly, and Natasha and your families we are so sorry for the tremendous loss of your wife and mother. Lyn was a sweetheart and her presence will be missed by many. Lyn was a true Angel and I know she will be keeping an eye on us from above! Sending much love❤️🙏
RestIn Peace Lyn🙏
Kathie and Ben Baer
I’m so sorry. I spent so much of my childhood and teenage years with the Balabucha family, and I’ll always carry so many wonderful memories from that time. Even though we didn’t see each other as much in recent years, those early moments meant a lot to me, and I’ll always be grateful for them.
My deepest condolences to you, Nick, Shelly, Natasha, and your families. I hope you’re surrounded by love and comfort as you remember her and the beautiful life she lived. She’ll always have a special place in my heart, and I’m thinking of you all during this incredibly difficult time.
Wayne Darroch
Nick, Shelly , Natasha and family, Judy and I are so sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. We send our sincere condolences to at this sad time. Judy and Wayne Darroch
the chickas
our families were friends and neighbors on the cameron side road where ever that was. went to medway high school, grew up on the medway river. the years have flown. rip.
Dave and Joanne Walzack
Nick and family
We are so sorry to hear about Linda. She was such a friendly and genuine person. Heaven has a special angel. Our thoughts are with you all.
Heather Blay-Giesen
Our deepest sympathies Nick and family. Lynn was so caring and compassionate with our children, she would always have warm hugs and cookies for them. We nick named her the cookie lady. She always had a warm smile and heart, our memories of Lynn will live on through us and we will cherish them forever. Her devoted love for Nick was memorable and she always talked about how they met in high school and how Nick was always the love of her life. Our deepest sympathies to your family Nick. Lots of love from Paul, Heather, Eric, Teighlor, Isaac, Ethan, and Noel Blay-Giesen.
Ettie Ramsay
Nick, Shelly, Natasha and families I am so sorry for your loss. Linda was a loving wife, a devoted mother, and a proud grandmother. Her warmth and kindness will always be remembered. May you find comfort in the beautiful memories you shared.
Kim Parkinson
My deepest sympathies to your families at this difficult time. My sincere condolences.
John Elston
Nick, Shelly, Natasha and family
So sorry to hear of Lynda’s passing. Sincere condolences to all of you. The years of memories created will help you get through this difficult time.
John Elston
Robyn
I will never forget Lynda’s quick smile and kindness. I’m lucky to have known her My condolences to the family.
Don Lankin
Nic & Family Bob & Doreen my deepest condolence Lyn was a great lady always enjoyed visits at the station.
Karen Stevens
My very deepest sympathies to Nick and the family. I will miss my dear friend and neighbour lady very much, sharing our coffee visits almost daily, having many laughs, sharing lots of stories about friends and family, taking Lynn on outings to the doctors, to the hairdresser or to where ever she needed to go.
Rest in peace lovely lady.