HOY: Rowena
Posted By On June 24, 2026 @ 12:00 AM In Goderich, Obituary | 11 Comments
On June 24th, 2026 in Clinton, ON, Rowena Martha Hoy went home to be with God in her 95th year, happily reunited with her husband and daughter. Rowena was born May 28th, 1932 in Kincardine the youngest of 7. She grew up in Kincardine, but moved to Goderich when she married her husband, Mervyn, where they raised their family.
Rowena was a long-time member of the Bethel Pentecostal Church. After her youngest child started school, Rowena went to work at Maitland Manor Nursing Home for 18 years as a nurse’s aid. She was a devoted and loving mom and a doting grandma, great-grandma and great-great-grandma. She never met a baby or child she didn’t love cuddling and the feeling was mutual.
Rowena will be missed so very much by her children Janette and Laverne Felkar of Gowanstown, Corinne and Larry McNeil of Goderich, George and Jane Hoy of Dungannon, Bonnie Bowman of Goderich, Cheryl and Dave Martin of Goderich, Faith and Bill Blaney of Bayfield and Greg Potter of Hanover, as well as 15 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Mervyn, her daughter, Judy Potter, her son-in-law, Brian Bowman, as well as her parents, Edith Miller and John Hartwick, step-father, George Dixon, sisters Charlotte, Marie, Caroline and Mildred, brothers Robert and Miller, mother-in-law Ida and father-in-law Arthur Hoy and many cherished brothers and sisters-in-law. Until we meet again, rest well in Jesus’ arms.
Visitation will take place on Monday, June 29th, 2026 at McCallum and Palla Funeral Home, Goderich from 12:00- 1:00 pm, Rowena’s funeral will follow at 1:00 pm. Rowena will be laid to rest alongside her husband at Colborne Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Rowena’s memory can be directed to the Menesetung bridge.
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I would like to offer my condolences to all of Rowena’s family. She was so proud of her family. May she now soar with the angels as she watches over each of you!
I am sorry to hear of your mom’s passing and my sincere condolences to the whole Hoy family. I remember spending many a day at your house on Britannia road when we were growing up. Your mom was always welcoming and often welcomed us to stay for a meal if we were there playing . She had a very nice smile and a very gentle demeanour. I enjoyed seeing her a few times at Huronview when visiting my parents there. May your memories and the knowledge of her being with Jesus and the loved ones who have gone on before her bring some comfort to you during this sad time.
Brenda Blair(Glazier)
I remember when the Hoy’s would show up at Grandma Dixon’s house for holiday dinners & was always so excited because there were so many girls! Aunt Rowena was a very special Lady & will sadly be missed. My condolences 💐 to the Hoy Family.
Dear family – you are in our special thoughts –
I have fond memories of your mom and dad – they were special to know – and remember.
‘A mother’s love is forever in your ❤️‘
With sympathy – Cecelia and Don Denomme
Sending sincere condolences to the entire Hoy Family. I worked with Rowena at Maitland Manor. I have known many family Members and want to convey my deepest sympathy. I too just lost my Mom . No matter their age we will miss them
I never had the pleasure of meeting you but through Faith we have heard so many wonderful stories about you. You will be so dearly missed by everyone who had the pleasure of being in your life. May you Rest in Peace Rowena.
My most sincere condolences to all the Hoy girls and George and families.
Your mom was always at her happiest with a house full of children and the neighbours kids to boot. I remember even going up to her mom’s in kincardine for a few days each summer for quite a few years too.
She lived a very long life and was very cognitive every time I ran into her.
I’m sure she will be greatly missed by all but in a happier place for her.
MaryEllen (Dopey)
Jan and Laverne
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Sending our sincere condolences. Gord and Ruth
to the Hoy family
Sending my sincere condolences to you all. I remember as a child, spending many, many, hours at your place on St. David St, and then on Britannia Rd.
Thinking of you all at this sad time. Cherish all the memories.
Deepest sympathies, Faith, to you and your entire family.
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To the Hoy family
Sorry for your loss, I watched the video,really nice,cherish all your memories
Marion McNaughton