A strong branch of our family tree has broken along with our hearts.
Evelyn Spink Donnelly Toms passed away peacefully at the Huron Hospice,
Clinton, Ontario on December 10, 2021, in her 88th year. Evelyn was a proud
mom, grandma, daughter, sister and friend. She is predeceased by her
husband, Donald Toms (1997). Evelyn is the loving mother to Christopher
(Fiona) and Kathryn (Kevin). Proud Grandma to Andrew, Iain, Meagan and
Cameron.
Evelyn was born in 1934 in North Shields, England, coming to Canada as a
British Child Migrant in 1943. She lived at the Fairbridge Farm School outside of
Victoria, BC until 1949, when The Wheaton family took her in and loved her as
one of their own. Following high school, Evelyn trained as a nurse at the Royal
Jubilee Hospital. On a journey to Australia, she met her future husband and
settled in Toronto. Eventually making their home in Oakville, Evelyn enjoyed
many wonderful relationships with a large group of friends, who provided
endless love and support.
Evelyn lived her life with grit, determination, strength and love and was most
proud of her children and grandchildren. An avid gardener, bird lover and
volunteer, she will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Her family takes comfort knowing Evelyn’s recent health struggles are gone, and
she is reuniting with Don and all their friends and family. A Celebration of Life
will be held in Oakville at a future date . In lieu of flowers, please consider a
donation in memory of Evelyn Donnelly Toms to the Fairbridge Farm School
Alumni Bursary Fund or the Huron Hospice, Clinton Ontario.
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Jill and Neil MacInnes
A lovely tribute. Knowing her through Fiona’s stories, it is most evident that she was a very special and wonderful mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. There will be many marvelous and lasting memories of such a wonderful person. Our deepest condolences to you, Chris and Fiona and the whole family and to all who knew her.
Sue Swan
Dear Kathryn, Kevin & Family
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for the passing of your Mother.
May she rest well in the hearts of all whom loved her .
Judy Gilker
Kathy I am so sorry to hear about your Mother. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Connie Tasker
Kathryn and family I was so sorry to hear that Evelyn had gone to hospice I would drop in when we did door visits at GP and give her a drink of juice or punch. I loved when she was still mobile and I could see her happiness in music and other events. She was a lovely gracious lady and will be a beautiful guardian angel!!!! Sending hugs to all!!! Connie