Passed peacefully at Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care, London, on Monday, April 27, 2020, in her 91st year. Much beloved wife of the late Matthew Harbison (2011) for 61 years. Dear mother of Pat and Doug MacPherson of London and Andy and Barb Harbison of Waterloo. Dear grandmother of Matt, Shawn, and Melissa MacPherson; Kathleen, and Sawyer Adams; and Samuel Harbison. Dear great grandmother of Sam MacPherson.
Born in Ballymena, Northern Ireland. Hilda came to Canada in 1953 with Matt and Pat, living in London prior to moving to Ilderton in 1964. Hilda was a long time employee of Young Canada and Smart Woman retailers and was an active member of the Ilderton United Church. Cremation with family interment at Littlewood Cemetery, Middlesex Centre at a future date.
Heartfelt thanks to all of the amazing staff at Mount Hope, especially the caregivers on St. Mary’s 3rd floor. Your kindness meant so much to Hilda and her family. In Hilda’s memory we ask that you call a friend or family member living alone and chat. Time is our most precious gift to share. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Hilda’s memory to Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care through St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation.
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Anne Taylor
Pat and Andy, so very sorry to see that your mom passed away earlier this year. Hilda and Matt were such good friends to my parents Sadie and Bobby. I remember many gatherings in their lovely home in Ilderton. Your parents love for each other shone through in everything they did. I saw a picture of my mom in the online pictures, she loved Hilda so much. ps I still have your mom’s tomato chutney recipe that I make all the time. My condolences to the entire family.
Anne (Carson) Taylor
Jamie Aung
Andy, Barb, Kathleen and Sam,
We are all very sorry to hear the lost of Andy’s mum. Our deepest condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you.
The Aungs
Linda Rodrigues
We are so sorry to hear of Hilda’s passing. We know she was such an important part of all your lives. Kathleen, we also know how much it meant to you to have your grandmother at your wedding. The pictures are especially beautiful as you look back on that day with Hilda being the centre of yours and Sawyer’s family. May Hilda be raised up on eagle’s wings, may she shine like the sun, and always be held in palm of HIs hand. With heartfelt sympathies……Phill, Linda, Elizabeth and Marshal.
David Dunn
91 years is a long and fruitful time to contribute to our world and community life.
Andy, Barb, Kathline and Sam …. you have been an important part of our family life. Kathline and Sam have both babysat our children , Daria and Angus. Andy provided us with a fantastic opportunity to establish our family life in Waterloo. Andy has carried on in the great Irish tradition of family first. Your mother, I’m sure was very proud. We are looking forward to an opportunity to join with you in a wonderfull Irish wake to celebrate your mother’s life, somtime after this covid 19 thing dies down.
Lots of love from the Dunn family to yours.
Cheers from David, Susan, Daria and Angus. (The Dunn’s)
Carrie Charlton
I have so many fond memories of Hilda! There were church functions. Marcie and I remember Hilda bringing clothes for us from Young Canada. They were always so generous with letting all of us neighbourhood kids use their pool. I would constantly cut across their property on my way to visit my friend, Val. Most of all, I remember her making us feel that we were very special, always giving us huge smiles. We were lucky to have known her. Take care.
Carrie Charlton
Bob and Nancy Manning
Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was always such a happy lady with a warm welcome and huge smile.
Chris Hunter
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We have fond memories of Hilda and her incredible kindness and generously. Hilda and Matt were wonderful neighbours in Ilderton and we are happy to have had the opportunity to have them in our lives.
All our love
Glen, Chris, Jamie and Jacob Hunter
Rob & Deb Andrews
To the Harbison family
Sending our deepest sympathy to all during this sad time.
We always enjoyed chatting with both Hilda and Matt at our Ilderton Lions functions and especially listening to Matt sing “Oh Danny Boy.”
Always a pleasure to be near.
Take care and cherish all your wonderful memories.
Kind regards
Rob and Deb Andrews
Glenn &. Sharleen. Phillips
The Harrison Family
Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing .Cherish all the great memories
Heather Bice
Pat, Andy and your families
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother, she was such a kind and warm hearted lady and she had the most beautiful smile. I have missed seeing her at the apartment and having a little chat with her. She touched the hearts of many people and will be greatly missed. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers and hoping that the memories you have in your heart will give you strength at this difficult times.
Dr Ray and Marion Meredith
Wonderful Lady, enjoyed visiting with her, always so cheerful.
First met the Harbisons when we lived together in Springbank
Trailer Park when I was in Medical school , 1955
God’s Comfort and Care to the Families
Joan Taylor
“A life well lived.” That describes Hilda. She always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. My sympathy on her passing.
Mary & John Walls
The Harbison Family;
Hilda and Matt were great Ilderton Community people. Always supporting local events. They were faithful members of the Ilderton United Church. Being a member of the Ilderton UCW, Hilda was always helping with Church events-baking, volunteering and whatever else had to be done.
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Rob Miller
Andy : So sorry to here about your Mom !
Ken & Gayle Ready
Pat, Doug & Family,
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Please accept our condolences and know that Ken and I are thinking about you during this difficult time.
Ken & Gayle
Colette Blair
I remember visiting Mr and Mrs Harbison in Ilderton when I was a little girl back in the 70s. They were always generous with their time and attention. I’ll always remember Mrs Harbison’s big smile. My condolences.
Don sand Elvy urbshott
Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us everyday,
Unseen, unheard , but very near,
Still missed, still loved and very dear.
James Gault Blair
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Hilda. She was a good friend to us for many years and we enjoyed many great meals and laughs in Ilderton.
She loved her family and life in Canada but never forgot the people and places back in “The Wee Six” (Northern Ireland).
Ruth Dickie
Hilda was a wonderful stylish lady. I had many good chats with her at the apartment. Her and Matt were definitely cherished members of Ilderton United.