Passed away peacefully at Stratford General Hospital on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 of Egmondville at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Robert “Bob” Doig (2003). Proud mom of Debra and Rick Letton of London, Barb and Jamie Caldwell of Kippen, and Cary Doig of Egmondville. Adored grandma of Brittany Caldwell and Chris Decaluwe, and Amber and Shane Dougall and great-grandma of Rachael, Emily, and Megan Dougall. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Carol Neilson of St. Marys, Jake Marks of Exeter, and Joyce Doig of Seaforth. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Hartman and Leona Hiusser, and her siblings and their spouses; Dorothy Marks, Lola and Linc Rohfritsch, Phyllis and Harold Lamb, Keith and Betty Hiusser, Ken and Betty Hiusser, and Clayton Hiusser, as well as brothers-in-law Ken Doig, Roderick Doig, Eric Doig and sister-in-law Mary Doig.
Mom was very crafty. She has left us with many items that we will cherish for many years. Quilts, doilies, afghans, hand painted wood crafts. She also loved her beautiful gardens. One of Elsie’s accomplishments was to acquire her cooks’ papers in her fifties. She was a cook at the Seaforth Hospital until her retirement in 1998. Mom was a great cook and baker; she was known for her scones, butter tarts, pies, and shortbread cookies.
Keeping with Elsie’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family graveside service will be held at Egmondville Cemetery.
Donations to the Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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Dr. Donald Farquhar
Sincere condolences to Elsie’s family. It was a privilege to have been involved in her care these past four years.
Susan Henderson
I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your families. I know Elsie meant a lot to her life long friend, Aunt Joan Eaton and now they have been reunited. ♥️
pete and teresa rowntree
We were very saddened to hear of your moms passing, our sincere condolences to all of you and your families Pete and Teresa Rowntree
Cathy Landry
I have very fond memories of your mom Elsie. When I was at your home to pick up Deb she was so kind and always up for a chat. She was a creative lady who loved working with her flowers and doing crafts. I think the biggest thing I remember is her welcoming smile. What a beautiful soul.
Thinking of you all – Deb, Rick, Barb, Jamie, and Carey.
Take care
Cathy Landry (Murray)
Wayne & Melita Cronin
What beautiful tributes of your Mom.
As long time neighbours of your Mom and Dad, we have some lovely memories of them too. Your Dad always stopping whatever he was doing outside to have some great conversations with Wayne and him sharing some of his beautiful plants from their flowers beds with me when I was just getting mine started. And the wonderful porch visits I had with your Mom when she was well enough to sit out front and later sitting at her kitchen table enjoying a coffee with her. She always had lovely stories to tell and through them I could tell how proud she was of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will definitely be missed in the neighbourhood.
Our deepest sympathies to you Barb, Deb, Cary and families.
Always Wayne and Melita
Marg O Dale
Good Bye My Friend; Thanks for the many years you shared with me, along with your kids and Husband, we did have good times. I treasured your Mom and Dad as well as your siblings I got to meet. I pray your family can carry memories to fill that empty spot in their hearts. Hugs to Barb, Cary and Deb. You too Carol and Joyce.
Cathy & Paul H ulley
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies go out to you all at this very sad and difficult time. Cherish the wonderful memories forever in your hearts.
Lloyd and Carol Moore
Our deepest sympathy to you Barb and your family. Cherish all your great memories of your mom.
BRYAN LESLIE VINCENT
Barb, Jamie and the whole family, our condolences. So sorry to hear of your mom passing away.
Bryan and Lynda Vincent
Dave and Lisa Rohfritsch
Deb, Rick, Barb, Jamie, and Cary,
Our heartfelt condolences to your family. Aunt Elsie was a great lady with an infectious laugh. She always had wonderful homemade treats! May your memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Janet Kinsman Bilcke
Janet & John
Barb, Jamie & family
We’re so sorry to hear this news of your Mother Barb. Cherish her memories & keep them sparkling bright in your heart ♥️
Dianne De Wys
My heartfelt sympathy to you and the family Barb. Your Mom was a wonderful lady and will be missed.
Cherish the memories.
Brian Barry & Brenda Wilkinson
Please accept our most sincere sympathies for the loss of your mom.
Elsie was a wonderful person.
Bob Patrick
So sorry to hear of Elsie passing, she was a wonderful lady and will be missed and cherished by many… Bob&Wendy Patrick
Ron & Betty McCallum
Barb & Jamie and family,
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.You have our sincere condolences.
Pauline Linton
Deepest sympathy to Elsie’s whole family. I worked with her at the hospital from 1987 until she left in 1998. I remember her most for her warm smile, humble presence and oh those wonderful scones!!
RIP Elsie…
Ann Maxwell
Barb, Jaime,Brittany Amber and family
Please accept my sincere condolences for the passing of your mother and grandmother. Hold those precious memories close to your heart.
Ann Maxwell
Harry and Donna Arts
Our deepest sympathies Barb and Jamie and to the entire Doig family. We are thinking of you during this sad time.
Donna and Harry
Tom and Joyce Workman
Barb & Jamie family, Debbie & Rick and Cary
We were sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. It’s always hard to loss your Mom no matter their age. Cherish all the wonderful memories she left you with. Please know that we are thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Pat Moylan
Our condolences to the entire Doig family .
Pat and Deb Moylan & Sons
Mary Ann and Cam Holland
Barb and Jamie and family, so sorry to hear about your mom. We are thinking about you during this difficult time. Hugs to everyone.
Cam and Mary Ann
Phil Turnet
Jamie, Barb, Brittany and Amber
So sorry for your loss. Keep all the wonderful memories close in your hearts as mothers and grandmas are so very special and are with us always.
Phil and Chris
Dorothy Medd + Russ Jackson
Sincere sympathy to everyone. Her lovely smile and quiet manner will be missed. May your memories help you through these very difficult times. Sending hugs.
Bill & Connie Devereaux
Our deepest prayers and sympathy to the whole family.
Elaine Corbett
My deepest condolences to you and your family, Barb. Cherish your memories to help you through the days ahead!
Cathy and Bruce Cornish
Barb and family
We are so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Please know that we are thinking of you all in this difficult time.
Hugs to you.
Dana Bozzato
To Barb and Jamie and family I am sending lots of love and hugs to you at this sad time. I have fond memories of your mom, Barb. She was quiet but so kind and friendly. Thinking about you!
Kathy O'Reilly
Our sincerest sympathies to the entire Doig family. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Sincerely, Greg and Kathy O’Reilly.
William Price
Deb and Rick, Cary, Barb and Jamie and family, We are so very sorry to hear of Auntie Elsie’s passing. A much loved Mom, Grandma and Great -grandma she will be dearly missed. Cherish all you wonderful memories. Our deepest sympathy to all. Keeping you in our thoughts at this difficult time. Sincerely Gail and Bill Price
Jim & Anne Prout
Barb & Jamie and Family.
Thinking of you. Hold until all those wonderful memories. Hugs.
Fay Storey & Bruce Woollings
To Elsie’s family
Our sincere condolences for your loss.
Fay Storey & Bruce Woollings
Lori & Gerald
Barb Jamie and families, so very sorry to hear the loss of your Mom Barb I know you were very close with her, keep the great memories close to your heart, may she rest in peace TC❤
Lori & Gerald
John & Carol Coleman
To Elsie’s entire family,
Sending each of you heartfelt condolences and cyber hugs at this sorrowful time. We know each of you will continue to treasure your personal & favorite memories from days gone by.
Rest in eternal peace Elsie.
Maureen and Merv Agar
Barb, Jamie and family,
Thinking of you at this sad time. Our deepest sympathy.
Joanne Maloney Flanagan
Sincere sympathy to all! I always admired the many beautiful flowers around the Doig home when out for a walk. Cherish you memories.
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Margaret Prout
My sincere condolences to Barb & Jamie and all of Elsie’s family. Cherish
all your wonderful memories of a life well lived.
Dan and Linda
To all of Elsie’s family we send our sincere condolences. Elsie was a gem!
Hugs!
Dan and Linda
Rob &Sue Nigh
Sorry for your loss Cary and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family 🙏
Carolanne Doig
Deb, Barb, Cary, Rick and Jamie – I am sorry to hear of Aunt Elsie’s passing. No matter how old our parents are or how old we are, it is still a difficult time in our lives. I know Brit and Amber and those little grand “girls” will miss their grandma and great grandma too. Elsie’s quiet presence belied her many talents. I remember the flowers – oh those beautiful flowers around Uncle Bob and Aunt Elsie’s house as well as across the street at Huissers’. I remember walking with Gail and my mom all the way to Egmondville for a cup of tea, clinging to Kenny’s stroller and wondering if we’d ever get there. I also remember Uncle Bob and Dad carrying us out to the freezing cold car late at night after a good family visit with cards, stories, and Elsie’s delicious desserts! Rest Elsie – I’ll remember your quiet smile.
Marlene&Dave de Vries
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of mom. I had the pleasure of working with her at the hospital. We were sure “ spoiled “ with her homemade cooking! You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Smith
We are so sorry to hear about Elsie’s passing thinking of you all at this sad time .You are in our thoughts and prayers. Mark &Kathy Smith.
Louise Wilhelm
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing, Barb. My condolences to your family.
Jim and Mary Lou Hyde
Barb and family, we send our sincere condolences on the loss of your mom, grandmother, great grandmother. Hold all those memories you mentioned about her close as they really do help carry you through the difficult days.
Liz Jenkin
Barb
Sorry to hear of the loss of your mother.
My condolences to you and your family.
RAY & DALE TAYLOR
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY
Pat And Laverne Wallace
Barb, we were very sorry to hear about your mother, our sympathy to you and your family.
April Hexemer (Eby)
So sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. She was a wonderful great aunt. I have many happy memories of visits at her place, checking out her latest crafts and enjoying a baked good and hot chocolate. Sending warm thoughts to all of you at this time.
Ron & Kathy Ward
Deb, Barb and Cary,
Sorry to read of the passing of Elsie. I met Elsie when I worked with her and Deb at the Egg grading station in Seaforth. Always enjoyed meeting up with her afterwards to get caught up on what was going on. Thinking of all the family at this difficult time.
Kathy Ward
John and Gwen Patterson
Deb, Barb, Cary and families,
We are so sad to learn of Elsie’s passing. She was such a lovely lady. Cherish your memories as they will help you at this difficult time.
John and Gwen Patterson
Randy William Gilfillan
Barb, Jamie and family. So sorry to hear of your Mom’s/Grandma’s passing. You will have lots of great memories to cherish.
Hugs to all, Carolyn and Quinn
Sharon and Stu Eby
Aunt Elsie Her house was always open for a visit and a chat. She was a great listener, would give advice if needed and could keep a secret. She had an amazing sense of humour and was a lot of fun.
She will be missed but never forgotten.
She is at peace now.
Gerry and Mary Armstrong
So sorry for your loss. Elsie was a good neighbour and friend
Linda and Jerry Allin
Our heartfelt condolences go out to all of the Doig Family and all the extended Families. I worked with Elsie up on the hill and I can attest to the fact that she was the best baker and soup maker that I knew. You always knew there would be something yummy on the days that she was working. I think of her scones and can almost taste them now. May you Rest In Peace Elsie.
Colin Young
Barb, Jamie and family
I am so sorry for your loss may your mom’s memory be a blessing
E Randall Campbell
My condolences to the Doig families!
Brian & Christie Little
We are so sorry to hear about your mom. Thinking of you all at this time.
Bob and Barb watson
Sorry to hear of Elsie’s passing our condolences to the Doig family
Ruth Smith
My sympathy to Elsie’s family at this sad time.
Sincerely, Ruth Smith.
Krista Caldwell
Deepest condolences Barb and Jamie, Deb and Rick, Cary, Brittany and Chris, Amber, Shane, Rachel, Emily and Megan. May your fond memories give you comfort.
Todd, Krista, Nathan, Dakota and Brynlea
Todd and Krista Caldwell
Deepest condolences Barb and Jamie, Deb and Rick, Cary, Amber and Shane, Rachael, Emily, Megan, Brittany and Chris. May your fond memories give you comfort.
Sue Riley
My most sincere condolences on the passing of your mom/grandmother.
Sheila Feeney
My Deepest Sympathy to all of Elsie’s Family. I am so very sorry for your loss.I had the pleasure of working with Elsie at SCH.She always had a warm smile,kind word and she made the best scones. I am sure her recipes have been shared with many of us over the years. Keep all your precious memories of her close to help you through the difficult days ahead.
Connie & Mike Marion
So sorry to hear of mom’s passing 😢 Keeping the family in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Hugs to all of you!
mike and shirley meidinger
So sorry to hear of Elsie’s passing.
Ruth and Jim Carter
Our deepest sympathies to the family. Cherish all the memories that you have of your Mom.
Cheryl TALBOT
So sorry to hear about your Mom she was a great lady and had along life.My thoughts and prayers are with you Barb and Jamey and famIly.
Pam Lamb
She was an awesome Aunt, with a genuine laugh. She will be thought of often and has left everyone with wonderful memories.
Bill and Linda Soldan
Sending our deepest condolences Barb to you and all of Elsie’s family. Cherish the many memories that your Mom has left and she will always be near. Hugs
Brian and Wendy Murray
Dear Doig Family
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of your family as you say goodbye.
Brian and Wendy
Anne dayman
Barb and Jamie and family: So sorry for your loss. She was a lovely lady. You are in our thoughts.
Perry Mattson & Trudy Archer
Barb and family, sorry for your loss . Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Julie Ritchie
You are all in our thoughts and prayers Julie Ritchie and Family
Stephanie and Josh Dougall
Our condolences to Barb and Jamie and Amber and Shane and the girls and Brittany and Chris and the rest of her friends and family.
Evelyn Vincent
Barb , Jamie and family
sorry to read of your great loss. May the good memories help bring peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Don & Edith Lewis & family
Barb and Jamie and family
We are sorry to see that your Mother has passed away.
Cherish all her lovely memories.
Craig, Andrea, Luke, Samantha & Izzy
~ Barb & Jamie, Debbie & Rick, Cary and family ~
Cherish all of your wonderful memories of your Mom & Grandma. These memories will help carry you through the difficult days. Hugs to all xoxo
~ Craig, Andrea, Luke, Samantha & Izzy Alexander~
Bill and Grace Campbell
To the family of Elsie Doig
Please accept our sincere condolences as you mourn the passing of Elsie.
Bill and Grace Campbell