July 18, 1931 – June 30, 2025
Eleanor Adeline Mansfield passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30, 2025, in the village where she was born and spent nearly all her life, Hensall, Ontario. She was 93.
Born July 18, 1931, to Thomas Lloyd Venner and Isabelle Mae Haskett, Eleanor lost her mother young but grew up under the quiet guidance of her father, whose steadiness shaped much of who she became. In her heart, she carried those early years forever.
In her younger years, Eleanor worked for Bell Canada as a telephone operator, a job she took pride in, before choosing to become a full-time mother and housekeeper. She poured her time and care into her home and family, never seeking recognition, simply doing what needed to be done.
She was predeceased by her husband, Eric George Mansfield, in 2014, and by her daughter-in-law, Susan Judith Feaver-Mansfield, in 2018. She is survived by her son, Paul Douglas Mansfield of Woodstock, Ontario. Also surviving is Maggie McLeod, the family’s beloved dachshund, named in honour of Eleanor’s grandmother.
Throughout her life, Eleanor remained close with many cousins, connections that offered her comfort, continuity, and a shared sense of belonging. These ties, built over years of letters, visits, and quiet affection, were deeply valued and never taken for granted.
Eleanor lived with grace and without fanfare. As the quiet matriarch of a small family, she carried a steady presence and a private strength that didn’t call attention to itself but was always felt. She was a keeper of routines, of small kindnesses, and of stories no longer told. To those who knew her, she was grounding. Quiet but sure.
Rest well beneath this bright northern sky.
Once more with you husband, your father, your mother Rest well.
And I will see you once more –
In dreams
In thoughts
In my heart.
Visitation will be held at Hensall Community Church, 76 King Street, HENSALL on Thursday, July 10th from 12 noon until the time of Eleanor’s funeral service which will be held at 1 PM. A reception and time of sharing memories will follow the service. Interment McTaggart Cemetery.
Stream the service live by visiting www.facebook.com/HensallUnitedChurch
In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to an animal rescue, hospice, or community care organization in Eleanor’s memory.
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Michele (Triebner)Hunt
My deepest sympathies to you Paul on the loss of your of your Mom. Doesn’t matter what our age losing ypur parent cuts deep. Thinking of you.
Your old elementary and high school mate
Michele (Triebner)Hunt
Sylvia Heyink
Your Mom was a weekly regular in my hairdressing chair for many years. I enjoyed our conversations very much. My condolences to you.
Denise Reiken (Baptie)
My heartfelt condolences for the loss of your mother, Paul. It doesn’t matter what age we are, it is always difficult to say a final goodbye to a parent. May the memories you have of your mom help you through this sad time.
Gary Kyle
Paul, so sorry for loss of your mom! She’s missed by many. Your grampa (Lloyd) and my dad were horseshoe champions back in the day. Lots of good memories of your mom, dad and grampa. Rest there souls in piece.
Gary
Andrew Gordon
Sorry for your loss, Paul. I only met your mom once, but even with such a short acquaintance I could sense she was a very kind lady. I’m sure she appreciated the care you gave her these last few years. RIP mother Mansfield.
Kay Rathwell
Paul, please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. She was a wonderful woman. Cherish your memories.
wynn macpherson
Paul sorry for your loss
Debbie Anderson
Paul, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Your lovely post reminded me of times visiting your Grandpa, a great shooting friend of my Dad. Eleanor was always so caring with Lloyd in her quiet way. I always remember a Daschaund at her feet way back then in their cozy house. May your memories be a blessing.
Jamie and Barb Caldwell
Thinking of you Paul at this difficult time. Your Mom had a long good life. RIP Eleanor
Dan and Linda Crerarq
We send our sincere condolences Paul. Your Mom was a lovely lady!
Dan and Linda Crerar
Tena Feaver
Our deepest sympathies Paul and Maggie. Your mom may be gone from you physically but she will always be with you in memories and in spirit!
Doug and Sharon Kyle
Paul,
We wish to extend our sincere sympathy to you at this sad time. My mom taught with your dad at Hensall Public School and I recall their visits to the farm. Mom was happy to live close to former staff when they moved to Exeter. Cherish your memories!
Kevin Fox
This is a beautifully written story of your mom. I hope Maggie McLeod is doing ok.
Randall Moir
My sincere condolences. She was a lovely individual, from a very nice family.
Evelyn Vincent
Paul
sincere sympathy in the loss of your Mother. Eleanor was such a lovely lady and you will miss her.
Hugs to all