Peacefully surrounded by family, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Monday, August 19, 2019 of Exeter at the age of 98. Beloved wife and best friend of the late Harold Elder (1997). Dorothy was a loving mother of Sheron Elder and David Gordon, Judith and Robert McCartney, John and Mary Elder, Scott Elder and Ling Chen, and Paul Elder and Sheila Jackson-Elder. She will be remembered with much love and admiration by her grandchildren: Kevin, Steven, Darren, Susanne, Krista, Rob, Jessica, Julian, Richard, Ryan, Kira, Jeffrey, Adam, and Samuel. She will also be remembered by her great-grandchildren: Justin, Tamsyn, Ashlynne, Matthew, Kailey, Geoffry, Darby, Daylen, Hillary, Aleicia, Christopher, Cole, Jacob, and Rachel. Dorothy also leaves behind eight great-great grandchildren: Lily, Brooke, Carson, Reegan, Faith, Ethan, Emmett, and Eila. Predeceased by her parents Matilda and Alex Voisin.
Dorothy was a role model and mentor for many young women. She was a farmer at heart but she was also an adventurer. Dorothy and Harold, both of whom had their pilot’s license, flew to all but 4 of the states in the continental United States, most of the Canadian provinces and to Nassau and Mexico. They flew to Tuktoyaktuk more then once! They both held positions with the Ontario Flying Farmers.
As a young woman, Dorothy was a mother’s helper and was a mid-wife and even delivered her baby sister! Although she was a private person, she loved to talk about all her experiences. She was quiet, witty and strong. She will be sadly missed by her family and many good friends.
Special thanks go to the wonderful staff at South Huron Hospital, and the Exeter Villa.
Cremation has taken place and a private family celebration of life will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or any charity of your choice. The family would love to hear any stories, memories or lessons learned from Dorothy or Harold. These will become part of a book of memories which is being developed.
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).
Robin Marshall
Aunt Dorothy will always hold a special
Place in my heart and I will miss our visits
Wayne Hamather
My sincere sympathy to the Elder family,I was given the opportunity of fulfilling a life time dream of getting my pilots license and being able to purchase Harold and Dorothy,s plane C-GSSB,for this I am forever great full.
Dorthy,may you rest in peace.
Wayne Hamather
John Munn
So very sorry to have just heard of Dorothy’s passing. Our sincere condolences to all of you.
May you all have many happy memories of a life well lived.
John & Sharon Munn
Joyce O'Brien
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Bill’s Aunt Dorothy. I remember her coming to my house in Hensall when my mother and she made curtains for the trailers
Bill and Joyce O’Brien
Linda (Elder) & Terry Whittaker
Aunt Dorothy touched so many lives. There are many memories and stories that bring a smile. She lived through some very interesting times. It is so sad to see this generation now only living in our hearts. May these memories of her give you comfort. Our thoughts are with you all.
Linda & Terry
Norma Khan
Sharon and John and families. I’m sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. My sincere sympathy. Norma
Sexsmith Pilots Limited
To all of the Elder family:
Sorry to learn of Dorothy’s passing. She was a remarkable woman , along with Harold as avid pilots flying to various spots in North America. Part of the reason why Airport Line got its name.
Erika King
It was an honour and a pleasure having Dorothy be part of our lives at Exeter Villa. Although more of a private personality, her love for life shon through her eyes as they sparkled when she spoke. Dorothy was a well respected and mist gracious lady who will be greatly missed and fondly remembered. Wishing the family many fond and warm memories.
On behalf myself and the staff and friends at the Villa.
Erika King
Steve & Marguerite Elder (Ottawa)
From: Steve & Marguerite Elder (Ottawa)
To cousins Sheron, Judith, John, Scott & Paul …… Our sincerest sympathy to you and your individual families on your loss. She was Aunt Dorothy to us, and we fondly remember her as that unique and kind-hearted person who always greeted others with an engaging smile and a cheerful disposition. Although many years have passed, both she and Uncle Harold will always occupy a significant part of our best memories in life. May God bless.
C Bissonnette
My sincere condolences to you all. She was a wonderful, caring person who loved her family and was always there to help others. Very fond memories of a remarkable woman.
Ron O’Brien
Our deepest condolences at the loss of your mother. I will always have fond memories of Aunt Dorothy and hope you find comfort in yours. Thinking of you all ,
Ron & family
Linda & Jerry Traquair
It was always a pleasure to meet up with Dorothy, while out and about in the community. She was always such an upbeat lady. I had the pleasure of being one of her home sew-ers for a time, putting together a few ‘sets of sheers’ a week. Once, Dorothy invited me over to help ‘sort out’ a smocked dress for a great-grand daughter. I really enjoyed the visit… (such an accomplished seamstress). We hope that the memories of a life well-lived give you comfort.
Sincere Condolences
Jerry & Linda Traquair
John & Arlene Berendsen
Sorry to hear of your loss…Thinking of you all at this time…John & Arlene Berendsen
Joyce Maas
Sheila, Paul and family
My sincere condolences, sorry for your loss.
The Gold family
We are sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences. My prayers are with you and your family.
Tony/Marlene Bedard
To all the Elder family …Please except our condolences . I appreciated her spunk and wit . She enjoyed a good time. I ENJOYED HAVING HER COME TO BOWL WITH THE HENSALL GALS. ALWAYS GAVE ME SOMETHING TO LAUGH ABOUT…..I REMEMBER SHARON /I ALWAYS WANTED TO SIT WITH JUDY ON THE BUS TO S.H.H.S.YES AND I REMEMBER JOHN. INTHE YEARS OF MAYBE 1960 TO 62 MAYBE????
Justin Curtis and family
Our sincere condolences to the Elder family at this time, we are very sorry for your loss
Janet Corbett
Our sincere sympathies to the Elder family. It’s no secret that she was a lady full of life! Thinking of you all at this time.
Jeff and Janet Corbett
JoAnne and Malcolm Knapman
Sincere sympathy to Sharen, Judith and John and families. The amazing hospitality we often enjoyed at the farm many many years ago is always remembered with great fondness. It was good that Mom got to visit Dorothy, her friend of 70+ years, recently. Take care.
Sue Riley
John, Paul and families. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Dorothy was an interesting lady to meet and talk with! Sue Riley
Marion Taylor and Mariah Gilmar
We are thinking of the Elder Family with heartfelt sympathy, keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers, hugs and love Mariah and Marion
Murray Armstrong
Our condolences to all the Elder Family
Lori and Murray Armstrong
Evelyn Vincent
Sincere sympathy to Dorothy’s family. I always loved to visit with Dorothy. A very interesting lady who accomplished much.
Brad & Anne Mousseau
We send our sincere condolences to all Dorothy’s loved ones & friends in her passing. Cherish the memories of a life well lived.
Mike and Val
Paul, Sheila and family – We were so very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.; we are thinking of you at this sad time. Sincerely – Mike and Val Bendig
Bronwyn Powell Wasse
Sending love… we know there are no words .
Teresa
Very sorry to hear of your loss. Remember all the good times.
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Teresa, Joe, Heather, Sarah and Michael Hendriks