It is with great sadness the family of Barbara Matthews of Goderich, Ontario announces her passing in London, Ont.in her 82 year. After a lovely Christmas she passed away peacefully in her sleep. Born Barbara Bassett in Montreal, Que. Mom moved to the Albion Hotel, Bayfield, Ont. and lived the majority of her young life there. Later moving to Goderich where she raised us girls with help of her Mother Alma Bassett and her Aunt Ella Mackay.
Survived by daughters Maureen Senior (Al) of Stratford and Heather Matthews of London, Ontario.
Cremation has taken place and there will be no funeral home visitation. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation gratefully acknowledged.
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Sandy Bergsma
I just found out about Barbara’s passing… so very sad to hear this news. I helped her through OneCare and when I left I still stayed in touch with her and visited her every few months… now ofcourse I wish I had found more time to see her. She was a special person and often talked of her daughters. I will miss seeing her very much. Sending prayers of strength to her daughters.
Lea Ann Veysey
So Sorry for your lose. Remember your mother and family. Been many years back to the days in Bayfield and the Albion Hotel. Your mother was friend with my mother Betty Larson/McLeod/Smith.
Debbie Whitmore
Dear Heather and Maureen, My sympathy on the passing of your dear mother Barbara. Barb was my neighbour for the past number of years and she was a very kind and good person. I will miss her smile, bless Barb and her family.
Lorraine & Randy Douglas
Heather and Maureen – Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your dear Mom. Her love for you both was no secret. I was the new kid in town when I started working with Barb. Barb was not only a helpful and generous colleague but an amazing friend with a keen sense of humor and wit. Although we worked together for only 2 years we remained friends and kept in contact in spite of the distance between our homes. Barb travelled to Venezuela for a visit when we were living there. Many laughs were shared from her hectic arrival at the airport, the zany taxi rides, and her introduction to lighted sambuca digestifs. Please know how very fond of your Mom I am and will miss her a lot.
Margaret Wilkin
Heather & Maureen – Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was such a nice lady. Enjoyed visiting with her, whenever I was over at your place on Picton Street. Treasure your memories and hold dear to each other.
James Brisbin
It is will sadness that we received the news of Barbara’s death from her cousin Bee (Finnigan) Oke. Please accept our condolences. As a recorder of family history, I would appreciate it if you would contact me at your convenience so I can update my records on your part of the family. My email address is [email protected]. My wife is Carol Edmunds, granddaughter of Jeannetta MacKay sister of Hugh MacKay of Albion Hotel fame.
Margaret Cook
I remember well the first day Barbara started work at CAS. She was uncertain if that was where she wanted to be. However, she persevered and learned what she needed to – to do whatever job was at hand. She enjoyed a good time whether it was at the Candlelight listening to music and dancing on a Friday night after work, or going to the Park House for a drink and some food. She was always willing to lend an ear and provide feedback or just remain quietly supportive. She liked to walk which was a good thing as she never learned to drive. We enjoyed many chats and shared stories of what various members of our family were doing. She was a great co-worker and a wonderful friend. I will miss her.
Debi Bryans
Heather and Maureen – So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. It will be the little things that you will remember, the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memories of these little things that help push away the pain and bring the smiles back again.
Bob and Debi
Pat Dicks
So very sorry to hear of Barb’s passing, have so many memories of her and your family making us so welcome on South Street. The world has lost one very special lady- hugs to you all – Pat Dicks-I am Dorothy Cox’s daughter.
Bea Jones
Heather, when I think of your mom, I remember “cheeseburgers” and the day you guys came to lunch. She was so quiet. That was because she was truly enjoying that cheeseburger. After cheeseburgers, there was a lot of talking. You have so many wonderful memories with her and of her. She will always be there with you.
Take one day at a time,
Bea
Carol and Lou Lahey
We were very sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. I know it is probably most people’s wish to just sleep away. We knew Barb when we lived in the Picton Street apartments. My Mom, Iris Sampson knew Barb longer than us. What a special lady your Mom was! You were so good to your Mom, always visiting, helping etc. We know you will miss her. God bless you all. Carol and Lou Lahey
Peggy Denomme
I am so sorry to hear about Barb. She was lovely to work with and always very quietly supportive. She was so proud of her girls and their families.