Peacefully, at South Huron Hospital on November 10, 2012 of Lucan and formerly of St. Joseph in her 65th year. Beloved wife of Jan Brouwer. Cherished mother of Vicki Cromwell (Jeff Cassidy), and Richard Purcell (Timi). Treasured grandmother of Jessica Cromwell (Eric Cammaert) and Jack Purcell. Loving great-grandmother of Tristan and Morgan Cromwell. Dearly loved by her mother Alvena Masse, and siblings Michael Masse (Gaylyn) and Theresa Masse (Larry Price). Previously deceased by her father Louise (Bob) Masse, and siblings Robert, Patrick and Annette. Dearly missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Many thanks to Dr. Hernandez and nurses at the University Hospital in London, and to Dr. Paul Ryan and nurses at the South Huron Hospital in Exeter. Special thanks to in-home nurses Jeannette, Judy and Joyce.
Memorial Mass will be held at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, St. Joseph (73334 Bluewater Hwy., RR #2 Zurich) on Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at 10 am with Father Graham Keep celebrant. Reception to follow at the Church Hall. Cremation with internment at St. Peter’s Catholic Church Cemetery.
Donations to the Canadian Liver Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Barbara (Masse) Brouwer
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Nathan Ryan
I’m so sorry to hear this. She was a wonderful and kind person. My deepest condolences to Rich and the entire family.
Jos en Leny Brouwer
Lieve Jan en Familie
Wij wensen jullie alle sterkte de komende tijd met het verlies van Barbara
Wij zijn in gedachte bij jullie in deze voor jou zo moeilijke tijd.
Liefs Jos en Leny Brouwer
Joop Kempers en Ceciel Wijsman-Verberg
Beste Jan, Ceciel en ik wensen je veel sterkte om dit grote verlies te dragen.
Wij hebben Barbara, twee jaar geleden,slechts een maal ontmoet maar wij herinneren haar als een hartelijke en heel charmante vrouw.
Ray Ducharme
I wish to express my sincere sympathy to Barbaras family,I have not seen Barbara in several years although I can still remember her wonderful smile.We grew up together as children in the St. Joseph area. May God bless her.
Andrea Rader
Dear Jan. Sorry for your loss!
Ron Reymer
Jan – my sympathies to you and your family in your time of loss.
Thea Berdan
John, so sorry to hear about losing the love of your life, Barb. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Donna Shipley
Jan, my heart goes out to you and yours. Barb and I had a friendship that sustains one from one meeting to the next. She was funny,caring and so full of empathy for others. Keep the memories alive. Donna
Terri McRoberts
My heart goes out to you Jan. Barbara was a great person, always smiling. She was a great worker at my shop, and always “on call” when I needed her. May all your memories stay with you and bring a smile to your face. Take care
Rita and Marcel Otten
Our deepest heartfelt condolences to you and yours at this time of sorrow .We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Suzanne Westman
My thought are with you Jean and family . I will miss my friend , she was like mom to me .Barb was beautiful person .She help me in difficult time. She has beautiful soul and anyone that had a opportunity to cross path his lucky . She will be miss .
Ben en Plony Timmermans
Lieve oom Jan,
Van harte gecondoleert met het verlies van Barbara.
Wij wensen je veel sterkte met het verwerken van dit voor jou zo grote verlies
John Smeulders
Van harte gecondeleerd Jan We wensen je sterkte om deze moeilijke tijd te overkomen. Er zijn geen woorden te vinden om te zeggen hoe het verlies van Barbara iedereen die haar kende op de een of andere manier raakt. Ze zal door iedereen, en vooral jij, Jan gemist worden.Onze gedachten zijn met je. Ze was je creatieve inspiratie en zal nog altijd zijn. Jan en Mae
Irene E. Kocsis
Barb & I had been friends for 47 years. She was super great I heart is so heavy & I know Jan,Vicky, Rich, and her all the other family friends & family will miss her terribilty. She always called me sis that is what I called her. If I could fly from Brantford & be with you tomorrow I would. Just remember sis I’ll see you again. I loved her so much!!!!!
Marcel, Stella en Michelle van Looijengoed- Brouwer
Dear uncle Jan and Family
Our condolences for the lost of a loving wife, mother and aunt.
We are thinking of you in this difficult time.
chuck and mary
Jan, The other night we watched a movie on the life of Mark Twain.The actor who played his part bore a striking resemblance of you but more incredible was his relationship with his wife. Deeply in love with each other we saw you and Barb and what you had and have . We are so very sorry for your /our loss and we wish for you the courage to continue your work here and make her proud.
Audrey Cole and Monte Black
Our thoughts are with you, Jan. You had a special lady in Barbara – kind, funloving, full of a zest for life. She will be missed by so many.
Audrey and Monte
Tom & Lynn Brouwer & Family
All our Hearts are with you. She is in good hands and loved where ever she goes. Our Sincere Sympathy.
Barb Godin
So sorry Jan, Barbara was a beautiful lady!!
Barb & Stan
Anita Bailey
Jan,
Our hearts are heavy today, my friend. Our condolences to you and your family. Barbara and you will always be our favorite Lucan neighbours.
Love & Hugs, Anita and Brian Bailey and Family
King (and Lois) Abel
Lois and I are so very sorry for your loss, Jan. Barb was so very full of life. ..and could she ever make good soup!
God bless you and the family as you go through this time.
bill and frieda ruggenberg
we lost a good friend
bill and frieda
Susan Dawson
My deepest sympathy to Barbs family. Barb and I worked at a flower shop together for a few years about 20 years ago. I have so many fond memories of that time…the quick wit,blue eyes and great baking but the best was her sense of humour, we would laugh till we cried..My thoughts and prayers are with you all.Sue Dawson
Percy Bedard
Her courage, unselfish manner and strength shown in fighting this battle is an inspiration to all and especially to those facing difficult trials of their own. I’m proud to be your cousin. You will be missed. Thank you to Jan for taking such wonderful care of Barb. With much love, Percy.
Cindy White
Jan,
So sorry to hear of Barb’s passing.She was an amazing lady who had a smile for everyone.Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family in the days ahead.
Dennis and Cindy White(Lucan Drug Mart)
Harry Hardy
Our Sincere Sympathy,
Our thoughts are with your Families.
Barbara was a great person, very friendly
and cheerful, She was always pleasant
and enjoyable, when you talked with her,
you always left feeling much better.
Harry Hardy
Mkhail & Rana Raheb
“While we rejoice in the glad reunion of our loved one with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ …. “we are profoundly saddened by your loss. We pray you are comforted by God’s peace and healing during this time of grief.”
John and Lisa Hodgins
Jan and family,
We are so sad to hear about the passing of Barbara. She was a wonderful person who touched many people. No matter where we saw her she always had a smile for everyone. Our hearts and prayers go out to you in this difficult time.
Mary Welt
So very sad to hear about Barb. We lived on the farm beside Barb on the Bluewater. My maiden name is Corriveau. Barb’s sister Annette was my best friend when we were kids. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.if you could please say hello to your Grandma Alvina. I would love to hear from her if possible. Our mother and her were good friends. We will keep you in our prayers. Mary Welt
El;ly en Bert Brouwer
Jan en familie,
hiermede condoleren wij jullie met het overlijden van Barbara en wenesen jullie veel sterkte toe dit verlies te kunnen dragen.
Ron & Nicole Brouwer & Family
Our prayers are with you. May God grant you peace.
Theresa Davies
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.Barb and I attended the same school in St Joseph many years ago.
Theresa Davies(Corriveau)
Tracy Masse
So sad to hear of my beautiful godmothers passing , My heartfelt condolences go out to Vicki and Jeff, Jessica , Eric , Tristan and Morgan, and the rest of the family. Love you all very much, and thinking of you all at this sad time.