It is with great sadness we announce the death of Dorothy Jean Cowen. Surrounded by her family, at Jessica’s House, Exeter, on July 6, 2019, at the age of 85. Dorothy was the daughter of the late Ted and Jean (Francis) Pooley. She is lovingly remembered by her partner of 20 years Kevin Delbridge, her children Debbie and John Haddow, Crystel Cowen, Rodney Cowen and Barb Onstadt, and David and Becky Cowen, her brother Bob and Audrey Pooley, and sister-in-law Renee and the late Peter Cowen. Dorothy will be missed by many nieces, nephews, extended family, shared grandchildren, and many wonderful friends, all of whom she loved dearly. Her family and friends meant everything to her. The family wishes to thank Dr. Patel, the staff of South Huron Hospital, Dr. Lam, and the staff and volunteers of Jessica’s House for the kindness, compassion, and comfort shown to Dorothy and her family during the last weeks of her life.
Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, EXETER on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 1 – 3 PM.
Donations to Jessica’s House in her memory would be appreciated by the family.
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Elaine Rundle
Dear Kevin, Debbie, Rod, Crystal, David & families
I worked with Dorothy at Wharncliffe (a million years ago) and we have exchanged Christmas cards every year since. When I still hadn’t received one I just had a sinking feeling & googled her name. I am so very sorry for your loss! Your Mom/partner was the most amazing person and I will never forget her great laugh! You will all miss her and especially at this time of year. My sincere condolences to each and every one of you. Hugs to all of you, Elaine Rundle
Sheila Sullivan
Think about all of you often. So sorry for your loss. Your mom was a good friend to me in days gone by. You are all in my thoughts & prayers. (Don passed away this past Dec.)
Mike and Kathy
Debbie and John,
Our condolences. We missed Dorothy at the fish fry and were thinking of you.
Rob & Tara Russell
To the Cowan and Pooley families
Dorothy I knew from the day I was born, she was my mother’s best friend and never forgot her after her passing always willing to chat in the grocery stores as I delivered my products, just a wonderful lady…..gone too soon…. RIP Dorothy !!
Tom /Noella Triebner
Kevin. We send our sincere sympathy to you and your family and Bob and Audrey and family also.
Gloria Onstad
Condolences to the families and friends of Dorothy. You will have the good memories of her to help heal the feelings of loss.
Joan and Glenn Kells
Kevin, Our deepest sympathy to you and Dorothy’s family at this sad time.
Leslie
Our deepest sympathies to Kevin and all of Dorothy’s family. Heaven has a new angel but we will miss her .
Our thoughts are with you all
Leslie and Ross Huston
Marg Prout
To Kevin and to Bob and Audrey, I send my sincere condolences on the death of Dorothy. May
You be comforted by your wonderful memories now and in the next week and months to come.
Keith & Dianne Conway
Dear Crystal & Family:
Thinking of you at this sad time…So sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of working with Dorothy at the Wharncliffe Family Doctors here in London many moons ago. “When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure”…author unknown. Sincerely, Keith & Dianne Conway
Jack & Ann Morrison
May your many happy memories help you through this difficult time. Dorothy was such a loving and giving person to all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Kevin. Love and hugs…Jack and Ann Morrison
Ken Bender & Joanne Wilkinson
Bob, Audrey & Family:
We are sorry to read of your sister’s passing, Our thoughts and Prayers go out to you and your family during this sad time….
Jeff Schellenberger & Peggy Wilkinson
Bob, Audrey & Family:
We are so sorry to read of your sister’s passing, Our thoughts and prayer’s go out to you and your family during this difficult time…
Ken andShirley (Heywood)Simpson
Bob,Audrey and Family
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your sister,sister in law and aunt.
Steve, Cathy, Stephanie and Daniel Cowen
Sending you our deepest sympathies to Kevin, all the Cowen’s and Pooley family. Aunt Dorothy was very special to all of us. She was thoughtful, kind, caring and selfless. Whenever we were in town and were able to visit, she always welcomed us with open arms and big hugs. She was always keen to hear updates on the kids and how we were all doing. Aunt Dorothy was great at keeping in touch, we looked forward to hearing from her on Christmas with news on how all the family was doing. We will miss her dearly.
John and Sandy Ulch
Kevin, we send our sincere sympathy to you and your family, and Bob and Audrey and their family also.
The Martin Family
It is with deep sadness that we reflect on the life of this lady. Dorothy was a very special friend to our family. We remember the many wonderful times she spent with us when our girls (Cara, Lauren and Alana) we’re small.
We extend our deepest sympathies to her loving family during this difficult time.
June laird
To those left behind, my deepest condolence. She will be sorely missed. We went to high school together . A lot fun days to remember. My name at that time was Walters. My prayers go out to all
Cy & Eleanor Blommaert
Our deepest sympathy Bob Audrey & Kevin…thinking of you at this time.
Cy & Eleanor & Family
Scott Cowen
We all lost a very special lady, truly one of a kind. RIP Aunt Dorothy, you will be missed.
Paul and Joan Ducharme
Sorry for your loss David and Becky and Renee and all family members.
Love and prayers !
Joanne Woodfield
I will always remember my wonderful times with Dorothy as a young child through to young adulthood.
She brought me comfort many times.
RIP
Maureen Wood
Bob & Audrey
My Sympathy in the loss of you Sister .
Sherrie Broderick
She shared with us a bright light in life and a positive attitude that lifted everyone in her sphere and will desperately be missed.
For me, Spring , Troy, and Jack, she will always be our Aunt Dorothy who we adored!
My deepest sympathy to all her Family. She will live on forever in our hearts and in our memories!
Paula taylor
I am so sorry for your loss, I always looked forward to Dorothy coming in for her hair cut and visits. She was a loving ,thoughtful, and caring woman.Rest in peace Dorothy
Renata Karasek
My family and I extend our deepest condolences to Dorothy’s family. Dorothy was a wonderful, compassionate and generous friend who touched my life in many positive ways. I will cherish the amazing times we shared together and keep her loving memory with me forever. God bless you. Rest in peace my dear friend until we meet again.
Jacqui (Coughlin) and Charlie Regier
Dear Kevin , Cowen and Pooley family’s, so sorry to hear about the passing of your beloved Dorothy , she was a amazing lady, always a smile and a warm hug when you would see her , she will be missed by all who knew and loved her , you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time..Jacqui & Charlie
Doreen chester
So sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing. She was a wonderful lady. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Doreen
Sally Knights
Kevin, Dave, Tanya and all your families, So sorry to hear about Dorothy! What a privilege it was to have met her and become good friends. She will be missed. Sending hugs and prayers for all of you.
John and Sally.
Donna,Heywood Regier
Sorry for your loss Bob and Audrey & Family.
Also Kevin & Family????
Sue Riley
To the Delbridge families-treasure your memories to help you through this difficult time. Thinking of you!
Sue Riley
Chuck and Janis
Kevin and Families
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time
Janis and Chuck Box
Yvonne and Jim Barnetson
So sorry for your loss Bob and Audrey Pooley and family.
R.I.P Dorothy.
Yvonne (Fisher) / Jim Barnetson