Pauline Vanstone (Durnin) of Goderich passed away peacefully at age 74 at Victoria Hospital in London after a brave 8 month struggle. She passed on April 15, 2019 surrounded by the comfort of her family. Pauline was born in Slough, England on May 19, 1944 to Dorothy (Thomas) and Jim Durnin and moved at age 2 to Canada. She was a loving wife to George Vanstone for 56 years and mother to Kim, Ray and Rhonda. The most precious thing in her life were her grandchildren. She was a very loving grandmother to Camille, Olivia, Jenna and Sarah who were her world. She will be greatly missed by her brothers and sisters Ron (Audrey) Durnin, Sue (Jim) Farrish, Joyce (Bryan) Baer and Jim (Bonnie) Durnin as well as her in-laws Marj (Vanstone) Robinson, Reta (Vanstone) Porter, Wayne (Pat) Vanstone, Jerry Vanstone, Norm Vanstone and Dave Robinson. She was also a caring aunt to many neices and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Jim and Dorothy Durnin, Sister in-law Yvonne (Vanstone) Robinson, Nephew Tony Robinson and Nephew Phil Robinson. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 20th from 1-3 PM at McCallum and Palla Funeral Home (11 Cambria Road North, Goderich) . In lieu of flowers donations to the LHSC -Victoria Hospital Oncology department or Goderich Legion branch 109 would be greatly appreciated.
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Brian Fitzsimons
Ray and Family, So sorry for the loss of Pauline. I remember her as a very kind, loving and caring person who was always interested in not just you but your friends as well. Take comfort in the fact that her memory will live in your hearts forever!
Michelle & David Smith
To the Vanstone Family – our thoughts & prayers are with you this Easter season. Take comfort in knowing that Pauline is resting in peace now.
Cecelia Denomme
Dear Pauline’s family – With special remembrance of Pauline – with sympathy and sadness –
Sincerely Cecelia Denomme
Shirley Wilkinson - Dinsmore
Such very sad news. Pauline, Bev Whetstone and I grew up in the South Street/Blake Street community back in the early fifties. We lived in the war time houses that were build there after the war was over. We walked to kindergarten together when it was held in the St. George’s Anglican Church, a long way for a couple of little girls to walk in all kinds of weather. We were friends all through the school years. Such wonderful memories to think back on during this sad time. RIP Pauline, we will not forget you.
Pat Johnston
to P:auline’s family
Our deepest sympathies are with you during this time of loss. There are no words or answers to comfort your grief, only lasting love and precious memories. Thinking of you and your families at this sad time.
Pat Johnston and Bob Desjardins
Shelli Berlet-Barlow
A wife, a mother, a sister, an Aunt, a grandmother and a Friend leaves a huge hole in the family circle.
70’s used to be old. Not anymore – it’s far too young to say goodbye. My condolences Kim and to all the families. Bob and I wish you peace and comfort over the difficult days ahead without Pauline.
Ken & Sylvia McGee
To Ron & Audrey and all of your families.
Sorry to hear of the loss of one of your loved ones. Peace and comfort be with you all.
Nancy and Junior White
To all of Pauline’s family we send our sincere sympathy…….have known her since school days and always enjoyed a conversation with her when we would meet……Rest in Peace Pauline……
Bev Whetstone
Sorry to hear about Pauline. Her and I grew up together on Blake St. We were known to get into trouble once in a while Good to have those memories. Thinking of all of you.
Bev Whetstone
I’m so sorry to hear about Pauline. I grew up with her when we both lived on Blake St. We were known to get into trouble once in a while. A lot of good memories though. It’s good to have those memories. Thinking of you.
Connie Hicks
You will be sadly missed Aunt Pauline💔George, Kim, Ray, Rhonda and girls she will be forever in our hearts and in all of the memories she made with each and everyone of us♥️ Heaven received another angel, may she soar high!!!
Shirley Erb
To the Vanstone Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve Shannon
So sorry for your lost George Pauline will be missed. Steve and Beth