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FREEMAN: Lois

April 16, 2020 By 19 Condolences

FREEMAN: Lois

Courageous, Determined and most of all, the Best Mom in the Whole Wide World.  With heartfelt sadness we share the passing of Lois Madeline Freeman, age 79, April 16, 2020, at Huronlea Home for the Aged, Brussels, after a brief stay. Loving mother of Christine (Cleon) Jennifer (Kent) Sarah (Matt) and her cat Misty, whom she loved so much. Proud grandma of Matthew (Darlane) Jessica (Joel) Travis (Taylor) and Jorja and Kam, great grandma of baby Sophia Madeline Baer, Sister of Glen (Denyse) Bruce, Gerald (Helen). Predeceased by brother Rod and sister’s Corrine and Joyce. Fondly remembered by nieces and nephews and friends. A private family graveside service will take place at a later date. As expressions of sympathy, donations to Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals or the Clinton Public Hospital would be appreciated. A special Thank you to the Doctors and staff at the Maitland Valley Medical Centre, Clinton Public Hospital and Huronlea Home for the Aged for all their care and compassion. Messages of condolences for the family are welcomed at www.mccallumpalla.ca

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  1. Nancy Ridder

    April 28, 2020 at 9:36 PM

    Christine, My condolences on the loss of your mother. I have many fond memories from our visits with her and her cats
    Nancy Ridder

  2. Rod Allin

    April 22, 2020 at 11:22 PM

    My deepest condolences for the rest of the family. I expected to see my family more in Goderich, but time does fly bye. I remember her yelling at Christine , Dorothy and I. We were always getting into trouble. I love you all. She will be missed. Hope you all stay home and stay safe. ❤️❤️❤️

  3. Vicki Beattie-Lobb

    April 21, 2020 at 12:30 AM

    Please know I am thinking of you at this difficult time.

  4. Ruth Stauttener

    April 18, 2020 at 6:33 PM

    So sorry to learn of Lois’s passing. Memories of Lois as a childhood friend and especially as one of my sister Betty”s best friends are as vivid today as if they happened yesterday. May she rest in eternal peace. Ruth (ALLEN) Stauttener

  5. Brenda Robinson

    April 18, 2020 at 5:18 PM

    Chris, Jenn, Sarah and families; Thinking of you all at this difficult time.

    Good memories from the visits when your dad and her were first married to the last visit we had on the Island.

    I am very thankful that she was able to come that time, we had some good laughs over old memories.
    Your mom is at peace now, she was a wonderful lady.

    Love, Aunt Brenda and David

  6. Glen and Denyse Allin

    April 18, 2020 at 1:46 PM

    We’re sorry for your loss. We pray God will comfort your during this time of mourning!

  7. Carol Smith

    April 18, 2020 at 1:05 PM

    Condolences to all the family. I know how much she meant to you all she will be greatly missed.

  8. Evelyn Boyce

    April 18, 2020 at 12:56 PM

    I am so sorry,She will be singing with the angers

  9. Joanne Smith

    April 18, 2020 at 12:41 PM

    I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Please accept our condolences and may our prayers help comfort you.

    Clare and Joanne

  10. Grace Young

    April 18, 2020 at 1:50 AM

    Sorry for your loss thinking of you .

  11. Amanda & Doug MacDonald

    April 18, 2020 at 12:07 AM

    Auntie Lois always had a listening ear and open arms to help whenever she could. She never backed down from her values and cared for so many with an open heart. Heaven received another angel on April 16th… we will miss you 💕

    Love Doug, Amanda
    Tyler, Nolan, Kadence and Elliot ♥️

  12. Jim Bissett

    April 17, 2020 at 10:19 PM

    Sorry for your loss. I have known Lois most of my life , first at Little Bowl Food stand as well as bowling alley . Everytime I would see her at Zehrs we stop and chat , I never forgot her and she never forgot me . She was a special lady , she will be missed .
    Jim

  13. Pat Johnston

    April 17, 2020 at 7:57 PM

    Jen and siblings
    We were very saddened to read of your Mom’s/Grandmas passing, thinking of you at this sad time. May you find peace and comfort in the many memories that you had with her.

    Pat Johnston and Bob Desjardins

  14. Glen and Denyse Allin

    April 17, 2020 at 6:44 PM

    We are so glad we had the time the last few years to go walking on the trails, sitting on the bench, feeding the birds, squirrels and chipmunks. Though you havenèt been gone very long, we miss you already. We love you Lois.

  15. Marilyn Jeffrey

    April 17, 2020 at 5:33 PM

    Christine , my sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your mom. I always had great visits with your mom at her insurance office. We always were able to make each other laugh. She was a very very nice person.

  16. Laurie & Larry Lee

    April 17, 2020 at 5:23 PM

    We would like to send our condolences to the family of Lois, she was a lovely lady who bent over backwards to care for her kitty and fed all the birds and squirrels. Miss her warm smile.

  17. Nancy and Junior White

    April 17, 2020 at 5:16 PM

    We are sad to hear of Lois’s passing…We have know her since we were teenagers and always had a great conversation when we would meet her……Rest easy Lois…..

  18. Amy Simonato

    April 17, 2020 at 4:42 PM

    Christine, Jen and Sarah, I’m soo sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. I have soo many great memories of Lois and how she treated me like a daughter. Thinking of you all.

  19. Glen and Denyse Allin

    April 17, 2020 at 3:52 PM

    Missing you already- Love Glen and Denyse.

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