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ELLIOTT-ERB: (Mary) Lenore (McCowan) of Zurich

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On January 27, 2022 @ 5:46 PM In Obituary,Zurich | 67 Comments

ELLIOTT-ERB: (Mary) Lenore (McCowan) of Zurich

Peacefully at the Bluewater Rest Home, Zurich, with her daughter Carol by her side, on Thursday, January 27, 2022 at the age of 92. Lenore was born July 6, 1929 to John McCowan and Kathleen Livingstone.  She was eldest of seven, Mona Tigert (Ed), Ian McCowan (Hazel), Tom McCowan, Susan Arbour (deceased) (Babe), Emma Fangrad (Hart) and Johnny McCowan (Mary-Kay).  She is predeceased by her first husband Fred in1992.  She is survived by her children; Linda Elliott-George (Alex), Nancy Williams (Warren), Carol Gascho (Glenn), Bev Oesch (deceased) Ron, Deborah Elliott (Ky), Dan Elliott (Char), and Shane Elliott (Chrissy).  She was blessed with 18 grandchildren and their spouses, and 28 great-grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews.

She spent 27 years as a Health Care Aid at Huronview Home for the Aged.  She found fulfillment in that important work.  At 70 years young, Lenore found the love of her life, Roy Erb and they married July 1999.  Through this marriage, Lenore enjoyed a second family with Marvin, Martha, Murray, Maureen, Matthew and Mark.  Through Roy’s family she gained five grandchildren and twelve great- grandchildren.  They began their life together at the farm where Lenore embraced the life she had enjoyed as a child and reveled in the livestock.  Roy built a beautiful home by the lake with mom’s oversight and help.

Her final 7 years were spent in the care of the compassionate staff at Bluewater Rest Home.

A private memorial service will be held at Kingsfield – Zurich Mennonite Church, 37818 Zurich – Hensall Road, Zurich on Saturday, February 5, at 2 PM with Dennis Estep and April Zehr officiating. Although the service is private, the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh. Haskett Funeral Home, ZURICH entrusted with arrangements. Cremation has taken place and an interment will be held at the Maitland Bank Cemetery, Seaforth at a later date.  

Donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. 


Condolences for the family of “ELLIOTT-ERB: (Mary) Lenore (McCowan) of Zurich”

Condolence from Jill on January 27th, 2022 6:25 PM

Dear Deb and Ky, and all of Lenores family,
Sending our loving thoughts at this time of loss.
Jill and Ralph

Condolence from Janis Bisback on January 27th, 2022 7:36 PM

Sending you and your family sincere condolences. It is never easy to lose your mother. Hugs. Janis

Condolence from Jim and Ruth Gingerich on January 27th, 2022 7:42 PM

To the Elliott and Erb families, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jim and Ruth Gingerivh

Condolence from Stu and Linda Gingerich on January 27th, 2022 7:54 PM

So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

Condolence from Rose Erb on January 27th, 2022 8:04 PM

Condolences to your entire family for the loss of a wonderful lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time .

Condolence from Bill and Cathy Vandewetering on January 27th, 2022 8:24 PM

Deb and Ky, so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Love Bill and Cathy

Condolence from Rick & Marilyn Vandenbussche on January 27th, 2022 8:38 PM

Our condolences to Roy and the Elliott family on Lenore’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Condolence from Donna M Peters on January 27th, 2022 9:35 PM

Nancy and family, I am sorry for your loss. You both have that wonderful smile she had which is a gift she has passed on to you. It sounds like she lived her life to the fullest gathering family and loved ones along the way. What an amazing journey she has had. My thoughts and condolences are with you.

Condolence from Dianne Skinner on January 27th, 2022 9:41 PM

To All the Elliott famlies : So sorry the the loss of Mom. You are all in my thoughts and prayers

Condolence from Kathy McCallum on January 27th, 2022 9:42 PM

Dear Carol,
We are sorry to hear of your mom’s passing.
Our prayers for you and your family .
Jack and Kathy and Devon McCallum

Condolence from Karen Lehnen on January 27th, 2022 9:58 PM

Please accept my condolence on the loss of your Mother Carol & Debbie.
Her quiet kindness will always be remembered. She will always be with you.

Condolence from Roo on January 27th, 2022 10:22 PM

Deb and Ky

It does matter if it’s a blessing or not. Anytime you lose someone it just is so painful. No one is every prepared when it happens. Sending energy and love to both of you and your family. Please know that thinking of you through this difficult time.

Condolence from Marion McCarter on January 27th, 2022 10:24 PM

Carol and Glenn and families
Sorry for the loss of your mother and mother-in-law. Memories galore she has blessed you with to carry in your hears forever. Deepest Sympathy.
Marion McCarter (Olive Thomson’s daughter)

Condolence from Kathy Mann on January 27th, 2022 10:45 PM

My deepest sympathy Carol and family.

Condolence from Brenda and Dave on January 27th, 2022 11:36 PM

Dan and Char and families – our condolences on the passing of your mom- I know it has been hard the last two years but know that your visits when you could meant the world – to both you and your mom- hugs and love always

Condolence from Cindy Beaver on January 28th, 2022 2:18 AM

We are so sorry for your loss. We will have you all in our hearts. She will always live on in your memories and always watching over you all. Hugs to all
Gerry and Cindy Beaver

Condolence from Deb & Ky on January 28th, 2022 6:26 AM

Dear Roy,

As I watched you say your final goodbye to mom yesterday, my heart broke with yours and I was filled with gratitude for the love you and mom shared and the joy you brought to each others lives.

You are blessed with memories that had already been lost to mom. May God guide your thoughts to those memories, and keep your heart tender with faith and hope.

Love Deb & Ky

Condolence from Evelyn & Harv Vincent on January 28th, 2022 7:30 AM

To Roy and Lenore’s family
Sincere sympathy. Lenore was a lovely lady and her legacy will live on in her family.
Praying that GOd grants peace and comfort to each of you

Condolence from Sue Riley on January 28th, 2022 7:54 AM

Sending deepest sympathy!

Condolence from Kerri Gingerich on January 28th, 2022 8:25 AM

I am so sorry for your loss. Will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from Karen Dickins on January 28th, 2022 8:44 AM

My deepest condolences to the family, I remember your Mom from years ago and remember her as a beautiful woman. Cherish your memories

Condolence from JoAnne and Mike Pickering on January 28th, 2022 8:47 AM

Sending our deepest condolences to your family. Loosing your mother at any age is so sad. She is with Bev and other family. Keep your special memories close to help you through these sad times. JoAnne and Mike

Condolence from Shirley Kerslake on January 28th, 2022 9:24 AM

Sending my deepest sympathy to the Elliott family.

Condolence from Maria (Mickie) Struyke-Laurin on January 28th, 2022 9:26 AM

Carol, Dan and families….My heart aches with you for your loss of your Mom.
You and your family know-she is in Heaven and at peace now.
May you keep your wonderful memories close in your hearts.
Many many hugs. Mickie ❤️

Condolence from Margaret Allan on January 28th, 2022 9:27 AM

So sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy 🙏 x

Condolence from Doug and Joyce McBeath on January 28th, 2022 9:43 AM

Our sympathy and prayers to her family. She had a smile that lit up a room.

Condolence from Anne Cottel on January 28th, 2022 10:26 AM

Dan, Char and Family,
Thinking of you at this sad time. Treasure all your memories and hold them close to your heart, they will help in the days ahead. Keeping you in our prayers and sending our deepest sympathy to all of you,
Dave & Anne

Condolence from Elly Dow on January 28th, 2022 10:37 AM

My sincere sympathy Carol and family.

Condolence from Audrey and Mel Melick on January 28th, 2022 10:59 AM

We want to extend our sympathy to the family at a time when it is difficult to hold both the loss of a dear loved one and the relief that Lenore is no longer bound by her failing physical and mental health. May God give you peace.

Condolence from Lyda Miller on January 28th, 2022 12:24 PM

Deb and Ky. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your immediate and extended family. It is great to see quite a legacy your mother is leaving you with. My hope is that you can find comfort with all your relatives at this time.

my condolenses

Condolence from Linda Fahner on January 28th, 2022 12:29 PM

Dan, Char and family, so sorry for the loss of your Mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult.

Condolence from Marilyn Taylor on January 28th, 2022 1:05 PM

Stepanie and the Elliott Family
So sorry to hear of Grandmother’s passing. May happy memories help you through this difficult time.

Condolence from Carol Nicholson on January 28th, 2022 1:26 PM

Deborah and family.

My sincerest condolences to you all during this difficult time.
I will keep your family in my prayers.

Condolence from Mary Lou Erb on January 28th, 2022 1:34 PM

God has told us that nothing can sever
A life He created to live forever
So let Gods promise soften your sorrow
And give you new strength for a brighter tomorrow

Condolence from Barbara Dawson on January 28th, 2022 2:22 PM

Deborah and Ky,
Sending my deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your sweet mum. Wishing you peace, love and comfort in the difficult days ahead.
Big hug,
Barb

Condolence from Doug & Betty Lynn Eckel on January 28th, 2022 4:06 PM

Sending our deepest sympathy to all of Lenore’s family. Cherish all of your wonderful memories. ♥

Condolence from Mary Lou Thomson on January 28th, 2022 4:45 PM

Carol,
Please accept my sincerest sympathy in the loss of your dear Mom. It was nice that you were able to be with her as she took her final breath here on earth.

Condolence from louise alcock – haggitt on January 28th, 2022 4:46 PM

Elliott and Erb Family
Sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace

Condolence from Dougl Manson on January 28th, 2022 5:08 PM

My sincere condolences to the Erb & Elliott families.

May God grant you peace and comfort as you mourn but also
joy in the memories He allows us to save in our hearts.

God bless all

Doug & Deb Manson

Condolence from Randy and Vicki Geoffrey on January 28th, 2022 5:40 PM

Extending deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
Thinking of you all at this time of sorrow… with a wish for strength as you face tomorrow.
Beautiful memories silently kept of one that we loved and will never forget.💞

Condolence from DonnaO’Brien on January 28th, 2022 5:44 PM

I extend my sympathy to the Elliot and Erb families! Your many happy memories will bring comfort in days ahead !

Condolence from Linda Dietrich on January 28th, 2022 5:53 PM

Dan Char & Families
Our sincere sympathy, so sorry for your loss.
Jim & Linda Dietrich

Condolence from Wilma and Derrick Misner on January 28th, 2022 6:39 PM

Dear Carol , Glenn and family we are sending you deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved mother. Keep your many wonderful memories in your heart and pain will ease in time. We are sending our prayers and hugs to you. Your friends Wilma and Derrick.

Condolence from Mike &Vicki Ducharme and Family on January 28th, 2022 7:32 PM

To: Dan &Char and Family and all the Elliott and Erb Families: Our sincere sympathy on the passing of Lenore…You are in our thoughts and prayers…

Condolence from Jennifer (Dad’s daughter) for John Brock on January 28th, 2022 9:00 PM

God bless those we have lost. And God bless those who have to endure that loss.

Condolence from Linda Elliott-George on January 29th, 2022 6:27 AM

Dear Roy,

Alex and I send our heart felt thanks, for the Love you gave to Mother since your wedding twenty-one years ago. We know you always had her best interest at heart and she was always striving to please you. She was proud to be your wife and you did you best to look after her for several years when Dementia so cruelly stole her away. We rejoice that she is with her Lord now. Matthew 5:14 Linda and Alex

Condolence from Jeff & Teresa Young on January 29th, 2022 9:04 AM

Dan & Charlotte & Darren & Alicia: Our thoughts and prayers go to all of you at this time of loss.

Condolence from Maggie Gibson on January 29th, 2022 9:15 AM

Dear friend and neighbor Roy
Our sympathies to you and your family on your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Sincerely,
Jessie and Maggie

Condolence from George and Sue Wilson on January 29th, 2022 9:48 AM

Carol and Glenn, Dan and Char, and families, siblings and families, heartfelt condolences on your loss of your dear Mother and Grandmother. Cherish your precious memories and keep them close to your heart. May your faith, family and friends bring you peace and comfort. Your Mother will always be a special part of your life. Hugs and prayers, George and Sue Wilson

Condolence from Jenn and Chad Patterson on January 29th, 2022 10:34 AM

Carol, Glenn, Dan ,Char,Ron and the rest of the Elliott And Erb family .Sending our love and prayers in the loss of your Mom. You all took care of her so well these past few years . She raised some amazing children. Love Jenn &Chad Patterson

Condolence from Joan Stapleton McLean on January 29th, 2022 10:47 AM

To the Elliott and Erb families: Many wonderful memories to hold onto. Know that she is now at peace and in the hands of her heavenly Farther. Peace be to each one of you as her loss is very great. A wonderful lady!!!

Condolence from Dorothy Dietrich on January 29th, 2022 8:34 PM

Roy, Carol and Glenn, Dan and Char, and all the Elliott and Erb Families.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve the loss of your dear wife and mother. Please accept our sympathy. May God be near to comfort you and hold you close in the days ahead. Hugs.
Dorothy and Bob

Condolence from Anson McKinley and family on January 30th, 2022 2:26 PM

Roy and McCowan Family

Sincere sympathy on the passing of a dearly loved and well cared for wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. As cousins, Evelyn and Lenore had great memories of growing together in Tuckersmith. It was always very touching to watch Roy and Carol with Lenore over the last several years.

Condolence from Jacqui & Charlie Regier on January 30th, 2022 11:51 PM

Dear Elliot & Erb Families , so sorry to hear about the Loss of your Loved one . She will be missed by all who knew and loved her .It is nice to see all the wonder pictures of you all together , hang on to your memories. You are in our thoughts at this sad time. ..Jacqui & Charlie

Condolence from Darja on January 31st, 2022 7:05 AM

Deb, Ky and family: I am truly sorry for your loss. Although I am at a distance, I hope you can feel the love I am sending your way. I am here for you Deb to listen and support.

Condolence from Joan Gower on January 31st, 2022 9:58 PM

My sympathy to you. Lenore was a kind and caring person. I worked with her for many years at Huronview.

Condolence from Kay Tripp on February 1st, 2022 11:16 AM

To the families Elliott and Erb..Please accept my sincere condolences…

Condolence from Mark Heimrich on February 1st, 2022 11:35 PM

To Roy & the Elliott & Erb families;

My sincere sympathy in the loss of Lenore, your dear Wife, Mother & Grandmother. Our thoughts are with you all at this time.

Mark & Julie Heimrich

Condolence from Laurene Zehr on February 2nd, 2022 6:23 PM

To Roy and Elliott Families

Please accept my sympathies in the loss of such a wonderful lady. I have so many good memories of the two trips Lenore and I shared together, to Amish country in Kidron Ohio and to Bancroft in Northern Ontario. It was a pleasure travelling with her.

Laurene Zehr

Condolence from Delores Gingerich on February 4th, 2022 7:52 PM

To Roy and the Elliott and Erb families,
Thinking of you all as you grieve the loss of your wife, mother and grandmother. May you feel God’s presence and His peace.

Delores Gingerich

Condolence from Julie Belanger on February 5th, 2022 11:51 AM

To Deb and Ky and the rest of your family,
I am sending you a lot of love from Montreal.
Our thoughts are prayers are going from my family to yours on this difficult day.
Julie

Condolence from Dianne Loerchner on February 5th, 2022 3:14 PM

Roy, Erb, and Elliott families,
Please accept our sympathies in the loss of such a lovely lady! Even though her smile and laugh will be missed by everyone, there is comfort in knowing that she is truly in a lovely place.
Wolfgang and Dianne Loerchner

Condolence from Roxanne Andrews on February 5th, 2022 5:54 PM

To Uncle Roy and The Erb and Elliott Families,
Thinking of everyone. Our sincere condolences. Treasure your memories which will always be in your heart.
Dave & Roxanne Andrews and Family

Condolence from Blue Water Rest Home on February 7th, 2022 11:47 AM

Sending condolences on behalf of the Residents, Staff and Board at Blue Water Rest Home. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.

Condolence from Debbie Denomme on February 7th, 2022 12:38 PM

Larry and I send Sincere sympathy to all
Of Lenore’s family at this very sad time , she was well loved and will be sorely missed !

Condolence from Brenda Morgan on February 9th, 2022 12:30 PM

Dan, and Char, and families,, I am sorry to learn about the passing of your Mother. I know that people will say that she lived a good full life. , and that is true. But after losing my own parents, Mom at almost 95, and Dad at 92,, I know it still hurt to lose them at those ages,,, and I still miss them dearly. I guess we were all blessed to have them as long as we did.. You are in my thoughts,, I know this is such an emotionally tough time for you all.

Condolence from Susan Horton on February 10th, 2022 2:10 PM

Sincere condolences to the Family and Loved ones of Lenore. I had the privilege of being part of her care team at the Bluewater Rest Home until February 2017 when I retired. Lenore always had a warm and genuine smile.

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