Lulu Edna Denomme, 97, of Goderich, passed away on May 4th, 2023.
Edna was born on August 25th, 1925 to parents Francis and Edna MacDonald in Detroit Michigan. She had two older brothers: Gordie and Freddie. Edna and her family returned to Ontario to live on a farm in Clinton when she was 6 years old. Growing up, she attended a one-room school house. To get to school Edna would ride in a horse-drawn buggy, walk, or, in the later years of school, get a ride in a Model T Ford. In the winter, when the snow was deep, they would use a team of horses with a sleigh. Edna remembered their old farm house fondly, telling stories of her family’s hard work, playing with her neighbours, and having a great time with their Player Piano.
Over the years Edna had many jobs; Goderich Salt Company, Department of Agriculture, and the Goderich Court house. Edna married Wilfred (Dina) Denomme in 1946, and in 1957 they started Denomme Flower Shoppe; a well-loved Goderich business for almost 60 years. Edna was busy raising 6 children, and said she wouldn’t have wanted it any other way.
Edna was a kind and loving Mother and Grandmother. She never missed a loved one’s birthday, or her daily 5-mile stationary-bike ride. Edna was strong, fiercely independent, and had a quick-witted sense of humour. She made countless Halloween costumes, knitted beautiful sweaters, and endless amounts of dish cloths.
Edna was predeceased by her husband Wilfred Denomme, and daughters Mary Lou (Allan) Durnin and Rosanne (Graham) Yeats. She is survived by her devoted daughters Audrey (Brian) Smith, Beverly (Tim) O’Brien, Patti (Mark) Chisholm, and son Will (Joanne) Denomme. Cherished Grandmother of Naomi Bester, Holly & Dan Smith, Vanessa & Brendan Yeats, Danielle Holland, Denise Evans, Patrick O’Brien, Jesse Baechler, Jamie-Lee Chisholm, and Justine, Lucas, & Jasmine Denomme. Great-Grandmother to Ella & Ricky Bester, Henry Simpson, Shae & Fiona Holland, Cora & Tim Evans, and Blaire O’Brien. Edna will also be missed by many loved nieces and nephews.
Donations may be directed to the Royal Canadian Legion, as Edna was honoured as the longest living member of the Goderich Legion. A private service will be held just down the road from where the family farm was, at the Clinton Cemetery. Laid to rest beside her husband.
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JACQUI Denomme
Much love to my cousins and extended family on the passing of their mom/grandma/aunt who I knew as ‘Aunt Edna’. She always had a twinkle in her eye when I saw her and that twinkle seemed to sparkle even more as she got older.
xxoo
Jacqui
Sherry Marshall
Our sincere condolences to all of our cousins and their families on the loss of Aunt Edna. During the past couple of years, as her family would take her for drives and visits, she would always have a joke about getting on in years…somewhat ruefully! We will miss her gentle, serene nature. With love, Herb and Sherry Marshall
Judy Kelly
Deepest Sympathy to all the Denomme family. Both Edna and Rosie were both lovely, friendly women.
Hold all your memories close to your heart.
Thinking and praying for you all at such a difficult time.
Doug Smith
We are very sorry to hear of Edna’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Denomme families.
Doug and Cheryl
Robbie and Cheryl Denomme
So sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Edna. Her kindness and sense of humour will never be forgotten. Condolences to all her family, we are sure she will be missed.
Heather Little
My hearfelt condolences to all the Denomme family. Edna was such a strong and sweet person. ❤️
Bill and Donna Fritzley
Our sincere condolences to the Denomme family. It has been such a sad and difficult time for you. Please know you are in our thoughts.
Pauline and Ed Laithwaite
Our sincere condolences to the Denomme family. May she rest in peace. She was a lovely lady and will be greatly missed.
Vicki & Burt Lobb
Our deepest sympathy to you all at this difficult time. Edna was a wonderful woman. You certainly have been through a lot of sorrow in the last week.
Hugs to all!
Vicki (Beattie) & Burt Lobb
Ron Sowerby
So sorry to hear this. Edna was a sweet lady. Sincerest condolences to all the Denomme Families. .. …Ron and Heather.
Cecelia Denomme
Dear family – Each of you are close in our hearts – with sympathy and sadness –
We will miss Edna – she will always be remembered -as a special part of our lives – with many beautiful memories.
Love you – Aunt Sis and Uncle Donnie
June & Ron Corriveau
To Audrey, Bev, Patti, Will, Graham and families: We are very sad to hear of sudden deaths of your Mom and sister Rose. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Ron & June
Joanne Graf
Our sincere condolences to the Denomme family.
Paul and Joanne Graf
Harold Leddy
To the Denomme family
We are so sorry to hear of Edna’s passing, she was quite a lady , she will be missed.
Treasure the fun times and good memories, hugs to all
Dianne and Harold
Naomi Bester
We are a lucky family to have had this tiny, feisty lady at the head of it. Drawing pictures of the “smoking lady” and playing snakes and ladders while snacking on a homemade square are some of my fondest memories. I will have knitted dish clothes until I am at least 97.
Love you lots Grandma,
Naomi Lu
Moore Chris
Sorry to hear of Edna’s passing. Fond memories of her. Our condolences.
Norah Purser
Dear Patti and family,
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your mother. I know she’s in good company…Big hugs to you and yours..
Norah🌹
Gayle and Barron Purser
Dear Denomme Family
Such a sad time for your family , with such loss this week.
We send our heartfelt condolences for all of you.
Gayle and Barney
Patty Little
An absolutely amazing woman with an incredible life well lived. I have no doubt that her next adventure will be nothing less than that. What a legacy she has left the world with. Well done Edna! To her beautiful family, I send my condolences. love and heartfelt wishes that their memories give them peace, clarity and yes, laughter, as they travel through their grief. Edna, although we called her Mrs. Denomme back then, made my childhood growing up on Blake Street even more magnificent and will always be one of my life’s best gifts. Thank you !
Judi williams
My condolences to all Ednas family.. She will be sadly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her… RIP Edna ..
Ken & Sylvia McGee
Tto Ednas and Wilfs family.
What a long glorious life your Mom had. Many people will cherish the memories of your family for a very long time.