It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our dad, Joseph Cornellus Patrick DeIaney in his 93rd year on Monday, June 9, 2008 at 9:55 p.m. Joseph was born December 26, 1915 at the home farm in McKiIIop Township. He dearIy missed his wife of 50 years, Mary ellen (Mamie) Murray who predeceased him in 2001. He is Ioved by his six chiIdren: Yvonne and Steve Seller, Mitchell; Patrick and CharIene DeIaney, DubIin; Maureen and PauI Van De WaIIe, St. Marys; James DeIaney, Iondon; Jayne and Brad WaIsh, Egmondville; and IuciIIe and Nell Panziera, Iambeth and sadIy missed by his 18 grandchiIdren: MichaeI (Stefanie), Jennifer (PauI TraIIa), Robert, JuIie Seller (fiance KyIe Byers); AIanah, Connor, EIysse DeIaney; Sarah (Justin Ewing), Iisa, Karen, Jaynie, Nell Van De WaIIe; Kristen, Evelyn WaIsh; Iiam, DArcy, Brennan, Ronan Panziera. He is aIso survived by 3 great-grandchiIdren: ChIoe Seller, MichaeI Ewing, Sienna TraIIa. Joseph, the seventh of nine chiIdren is predeceased by his parents, Sarah McQuaid (1952) and James DeIaney (1953) and by seven sisters: Mary Bruxer, HeIen McIaughIin, Evelyn ONell, Theresa MaIone, Anne BIonde, Ioretto Shea, and Frances MeIady. Joseph is survived by his brother and sister-in-Iaw James and Dorothy DeIaney, St. CoIumban; aIso survived by in-Iaws HeIen NoIan, Seaforth, VioIet Murray, Kitchener, Jerome and Joan Murray, DubIin, CyriI and Rose Marie Murray, WaterIoo, Beatrice and Gordon Costello, Kingston, Ronald and Therese Murray, Mitchell, and Connie Murray, DubIin. Dad farmed in McKiIIop Township for most of his Iife and was aIso an ovid gardener. For years, he pIayed his vioIin for many dances and wedding receptions in Staffa, St. CoIumban and Ioobys HaII in DubIin. He was known for his Iove of his Irish heritage and was faithfuI to St. Patricks Parish in many capacities. Friends and reIatives wiII be received at the Whitney-Ribey FuneraI Home, 87 Goderich Street West, Seaforth, Thursday, June 12, 11:00 a.m.” 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.” 9:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian BuriaI wiII be ceIebrated at St. Patricks Roman CathoIic Church, DubIin on Friday, June 13, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. by Rev. Fr. Chris GiIIespie. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Right to Iife wouId be appreciated.
CondoIences at www.whitneyribeyfuneraIhome.com
and the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith (Tim 4 6-7)
Lori Sheppard (Bruxer)
My sympathy to all on the loss of Uncle Joe. I remember many times chatting across the cow fence with him, and always being invited in for a visit on halloween night.
Love and prayers for you all.
Lori and Glen Sheppard and family
Anonymous
Yvonne, Pat, Maureen, Jim, Jayne and Lucille,
I&&single&&ll be thinking of you. Those visits to Dublin seem like a lifetime ago but visiting your place was always a highlight (with some exceptions Pat!). You&&single&&ll have good memories to hold onto. Lots of Love.
Ann Michele Stenning
Dear family of Joseph,
The obituary you wrote for your dad showed me how much his family meant to him and now you demonstrate that same love for him. The scripture also showed me how he showed you the way to live life: to the fullest. Lucille told me how he collected the offering for 40 years every Sunday. He is truly a man that demonstrated commitment. How fortunate you are to have had him as your dad.
We am so sorry that he has passed.
Ann Michele and Michael Stenning
friends of Lucille and Neil
Anonymous
Our sincere sympathy to your family at this time. May you cherish your wonderful family memories.
Jeanne Melady
I have the fondest memories of Uncle Joe. As a young person, I remember visits with Aunt Mamie and Uncle Joe at their house, as well as memorable card parties at our house with lots of laughter and chat. It was always so enjoyable to hear Uncle Joe play his violin. When Jesse came to visit, he used to like playing with Uncle Joe and it was apparent that Uncle Joe loved to see everyone else enjoy music as he did – if they played Irish songs, well then it was all the better! One time, visiting with Mom at Aunt Letty and Uncle Joe Shea&&single&&s, Uncle Joe and Aunt Mamie were there. Aunt Letty and Mom were showing us how to clog and then Uncle Joe sang Tennessee Waltz with Aunt Letty and Mom joining in to sing harmony on the chorus. Uncle Joe had such an amazing high sweet tenor voice. It was obvious they had sung like this many times before. Mom said that as a boy, Uncle Joe was always singing, both songs and fiddle tunes.
During visits at the Ritz, he was always welcoming, ready to share a cup of tea and talk about family.
Uncle Joe lived a full life and he will be missed. My sympathy is extended to the family and community.
Trish MacGregor
My sympathy to all of you at this sad time. Embrace the love and care of family & friends and seek comfort found in great memories of your dad (& your mom too!)
Trish
Anonymous
Our sincerest sympathy to you all
Jane Fielding
Hi Jayne:
Please accept our condolences to your and your family on the passing of your father. I&&single&&m sorry I wasn&&single&&t able to attend visitation, but was thinking of you. As you already know, even when our parents have lived a long life, it&&single&&s still too soon for them to leave us. And when both are gone, there is a greater sense of loss. We are fortunate, though, to be able to keep them as part of our daily life through memories, pictures and our children………
Sincerely and with sympathy, Jane & Dean
Barb Westelaken
Maureen, Paul, and family,
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Barb, Peter, Carly, Rachel, and Ellen
Ann Michele Stenning
Dear Sons and Daughters of Joeseph Delaney,
Your obiturary is an indication of how your dad must have raised you: to love your family. The scripture you selected is a reminder of how he showed you to live your life to the fullest. What a great blessing to have your dad in your lives. We am very sorry that he has passed.
Ann Michele and Michael Stenning
Friends of Lucille and Neil
Ann Michele Stenning
Dear Sons and Daughters of Joeseph Delaney,
Your obiturary is an indication of how your dad must have raised you: to love your family. The scripture you selected is a reminder of how he showed you to live your life to the fullest. What a great blessing to have your dad in your lives. We am very sorry that he has passed.
Ann Michele and Michael Stenning
Friends of Lucille and Neil
Ann Michele Stenning
To the family of Joseph Delaney,
The personal obituary you wrote is an indication of how your dad must have raised each of you: to love your family. From the scripture you selected he has also shown you to do your best. How blessed you must have been to have your dad in your lives. I am extremely sorry that he has passed.
Ann Michele and Michael Stenning
Friends of Lucille and Neil
Verhoeve - Rob, Shirley, Heather, Jason and Janelle
To the Delany Family
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your Dad and Grandfather. All the memories you have of your Dad/Grandfather will help you through this difficult time. Large families are great as there are so many memories to cherish. I just found out this morning that he had passed away. So I apoligize for not making the visitation.
Take care and God Bless
Rob, Shirley, Heather, Jason and Janelle Verhoeve
Jean Harris
Dear Jim:
I would like to extend my sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your father. I am sure your thoughts are full of many wonderful memories of him and your mother.
Regards,
Jean (Murray) Harris
Ron and Gloria
Jayne Brad and Girls
Thinking of you all at this very difficult time .Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Ron and Gloria
Michael and Jan Ryan
I met Joe for the first time on April 23,2008. I remember my mother talking about the Delaneys who were her first cousins. One time when her and my dad were visiting my wife took them to Dublin and they had a cup of tea with Joe. Frank and Joe Gallagher were also my mother&&single&&s cousins and I believe it was their father John who married Margaret Delaney. My uncle Eugene sent me pictures of the gravestones in the Strathroy cemetery where I obtained this information. My grandfather Eugene Gallaher was also a musician who played violin.
Joe was pleased that I had introduced myself and established the family connection. He had wonderful sparkling blue eyes! I&&single&&m sure you all are going to miss him very much. My condolences.
Michael and Jan Ryan, 129 Station Road, Sebringville.
Debbie Melady
Sending all of the Delaney family our sincere condolences on the passing of Uncle Joe. He was a kind, generous and loving family man…and a ‘tough fella’. I especially appreciate the family’s choice of the Timothy verse – It is so very fitting! I will always have very fond memories of a great man.
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Debbie Melady, Ken, Jack and Vincent Wilcox
Don Melady
My condolences to all the Delaneys on the death of Uncle Joe. He was a great man whom I remember especially for his warmth and hospitality and the fact that he was always interested in everything. He had a special place in Mom&&single&&s heart and she was full of stories about him when he was a “little fellow” back on the home place. I think it was nice that they had a bit of time together at the Ritz at the end of their lives.
Anonymous
Uncle Joe was a wonderful uncle to all of us. He had a very special place in Mom&&single&&s heart. She always had lots of stories about him as a “little fellow” back at the home place. It was nice that they were able to be together for a short time at the end of their lives at the Ritz.
Anonymous
Dear Lucille and family,
We were so sorry to hear about your Dad&&single&&s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences and know that we are thinking about you.
Colleen Griffioen (O\
Jim and Lucille ….I had the pleasure of meeting your dad at one of the boys&&single&& birthday in Lambeth. Know that I am thinking of you. I&&single&&m sure its going to be a wonderful service that your dad would be proud of. My prayers and thoughts are with both of you and the rest of your family. Love Colleen
Ann Preszcator
Dear Jane and all your family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Zoe Peters
Dear Mrs. Ewing, I am sorry to hear about your grandfather. You were always smiling in class so I hope you can smile again soon. Love, your former student at St. Al&&single&&s, Zoe P.
Martin Nyland
My sympathies on the loss of a dear dad and grandfather. I have many memories of visiting the farm to see my good friend Jim. I am sorry that I am unable to attend the Funeral Mass as my aunt had also died and her funeral is at the same time. My prayers are with you all.
Anonymous
Our sincere condolences.
Grace Dolmage
Sincere condolences on the passing of your Dad Jayne. I know you will miss him greatly. He has undoutbedly been a loving Father and Grandfather and we will miss his musical talents as well. May you find comfort and peace in the many happy memories he has left.
With Sincere Sympathy – Grace
Jim Jordan
Ross/Ruth Please extend my sincere sympathy to Dorothy, Jimmie, Gordie, Bea et all….farewell to Joe after a long wonderful life of 92 years well lived and loved in my dear old home town…Dublin.
It really saddens me that I cannot attend the funeral Mass becasue:—-my third driver&&single&&s license renewal notice came up in March. Daisy hospitalized …. postponed …. Dublin burial in May …postponed a second time.
“Mr. Jordan … this is your third … last and final date for your driver&&single&&s test ….9:AM Friday, June 13th or else you are finished driving”.
Thank you Lord for Joe, all the Delaneys and the generations that follow the original Jim and Sarah I knew mile so well north of Dublin.
JIm Jordan
Stan & Beth Terpstra
To The Delaney Family: Our sympathies and thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Steve and Marg McAuley and Family
To the Delaney Family
We are very sad to hear about the loss of you Dad and Grandfather. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Steve, Marg, Alissa, Nolan and Tye McAuley
Anonymous
Sorry to hear of Joe&&single&&s pasing. Another wonderfull Delaney leaves us. He really was a great family man and a man of faith. My mother was very fond of him and enjoyed their regular phone calls. Our prayers are with you.
Janet Buchanan
To the Delaney Family: I am so sorry that I cannot be with you in your time of sorrow. I think that Maureen will remember that I had a new hip on June 2nd am progressing well at home. I have many fond memories of your Dad and of course my years in Dublin. The stories that were shared around your kitchen table are memories for a lifetime.
I know that your faith and your love for each other will help you in your time of need. Janet Buchanan
Linda Skelding
Maureen,Paul and children
It saddened me to hear about your father&&single&&s passing.
Our condolences.
Linda, Joel and Sarah Skelding
Shirley Gettler
Yvonne & Stephen and Pat & Charlene and families:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness. Please accept our sincerest sympathy.
Don & Shirley Gettler
Kate Gibson
Paul, Maureen, Jaynie and family. I would like to pass on my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Loosing someone is never pleasant. I know that time will heal the emptiness, and looking back on the memories will always bring a warm feeling to your hearts.
Keith Murray
Hi,
We are sorry to hear about the loss of Joe. Our condolences are expressed to the entire family.
Keith Murray and family
The Chauvins
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let us know if we can do anything. Love Marc, Cindy, Nicholas and Tommy Chauvin