At LHSC – Victoria Hospital on Wednesday, July 13, 2011, of Exeter and formerly of Oak Ridges (Richmond Hill), in her 92nd year. Beloved wife of Murray Craig and the late Edward (Ted) W.J. Taylor (1990). Dear mother of Wendy Wall of Seaforth, David and Joyce Taylor of Clinton, Patrick and Marsha Taylor of Carleton Place and Nancy and Allan Quinn of Exeter. Dear grandmother of 13 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Gwen was the last remaining member of her generation in both the Petherick and Taylor families.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, 1 St. west of Main, Exeter on Sunday from 2-4 PM where the funeral service will be held on Monday, July 18th at 11 AM with Rev. Judith Ritchie officiating. The interment will take place on Tuesday at 11 AM at Aurora Cemetery.
Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
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).
Wendy Kobayashi
Gwen’s friends at Exeter’s day program will greatly miss her. A moment’s silence was held to commemorate this lovely woman.
Claire & Winona Hoffman
Nancy and Al,
So sorry Nancy to hear of the loss of your mom.Our hearts and prayers are with you at this sad time. God Bless.
Betty and Leo
Wendy and family – so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Your mom always had such a warm smile and seemed so happy with life. I’m sure she loved having the family so near to her and gave her great comfort . God bless you all.
Ron & Marion Cornish
Al, Nancy and family. Our thoughts are with you
Bill & Linda Soldan
Dear Nancy & family- Our deepest sympathy in the passing of your Mom. May you cherish the memories that you have & know we are thinking of you at this time.
Jim & Anne Prout
Nancy & Al – So sorry to hear the sad news about your Mother. May you find comfort sharing stories and memories with your family and friends.
Jaci Petherick
Dearest Gwen – I know you brought so much Love and Joy to peoples hearts and I am so grateful to have known you, albeit from afar.
It goes to show that we do not have to meet, touch or see a person to love and care for them as I did you. You are a treasure!
God Bless You and Your Wonderful Family and Friends as together they share another very special and precious time with you as you begin your new journey – a journey filled with your love and warmth that will always surround them whenever they think of you.
My Love and Smilz and Deepest Thanks go with you Gwen.
Warm hugs from Jaci in New Zealand
George & Helen Pratt
Thinking of you and your family at this sad time!
Wendi and John Schwindt
Nancy and Al and families…so sorry to hear about Gwen’s passing. She was truly a lady and I know you will all miss her.
Eugene & Linda Webber
Al & Nancy
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Glover, Gerry & Peggy (nephew)
Aunt Gwen will be sadly missed by her sons,daughters and grandchildren along with her many nieces and nephews. She was one of the nicest ladies/aunts that we knew. Having grown up with the family we fully appreciate what they must be going through at this time. May God bless.
Irv & Lois Armstrong
To the Taylor & Craig Family.We where sorry to hear of Gwens death. We got to know them at the VILLA, lOIS & iRV. ARMSTRONG
June & Warren Quinn
I loved my Aunt Gwen so much! She was always so sweet, kind, & loving! I am so going to miss the letters & cards that we sent back & forth during the year. I can’t believe that she’s gone – I am so sorry for all of us that loved her so. How fortunate we have all been to know her!
June Q.
brenda palsa
Nancy and family- My sincerest sympathy and thoughts are with you. How sad after such recent happiness- may your memories of Mom comfort you.
Cy and Eleanor Blommaert
Al & Nancy
We are so sorry to hear about your Mom. She always had
kind words,and a very pleasant smile. You will miss her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Cy & Eleanor
John and Joyce Morgan
Nancy, Al and families, we are so sorry to hear about your mother. Deepest sympathy is sent your way. She was always smiling and she looked so happy. Remember the great memories with her.
Ron & Sandra Dickert
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mother and grandmother she was a real sweetheart. You are all going to miss her more than words can say.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of great sorrow. Sandra & Ron