It is with deep sadness, we announce the passing of Elizabeth Eleanor Schweitzer(nee Hern) loving and caring Wife, Mother, Grandma Elle, Sister, Aunt and friend to all whose lives she touched. On April 19,2023 she left us peacefully after precious time spent with her family at her side, at People Care Oakcrossing, she was in her 84th year.
Eleanor was born on January 30, 1939 in Usborne Township, Huron County. Eleanor’s mother Ruby Elizabeth Hern(Dowds) was born in Londonderry Ireland and her father Earl Hern was from Huron County, they were married in Ingersoll Jan 1 1938. Eleanor was the beloved Wife of Garth Schweitzer (deceased), they fell in love in 1983 and had an intimate wedding on Dec 2, 2005. Eleanor was a beloved Mother to Wendy Sutherland (Robert) Bradley Powell(deceased), Blair Masschelein, Phillip Masschelein (Laura). Beloved Stepmother to Alice Melfi (John), Cindy Schweitzer-Blaha (John) and Debbie Jeffery(Brian). She loved her precious Grandchildren Kyle and Dylan Sutherland, Blake, Caroline and Liam Masschelein, Charlotte and Reed Masschelein, Kayla Melfi, Joshua Melfi (Marsh), Natasha Melfi (Matthew), Ashley Jeffrey (Chris), and great grandchildren Annabelle and Emma-Lynne, Celle and Gia. Remembered by her sisters, Carol Hern, Ruth McLeod (John), Susan Parsons (Blain) and Brother David Hern (Gayle), Brother in law Brian Schweitzer (Doreen) and Sister in law Denise Johnston (David, deceased). She was a special Aunt to many Nieces and Nephews.
Eleanor lived a quiet life, loved her home and she had an endless love for her husband and family. She and her Husband Garth were active members & volunteers of St Martin-in-the-Fields Anglican Church. After the passing of her son, Bradley Dean Powell she volunteered for many years for the Canadian Cancer Society as well as Canadian Blood Services, Heart & Stroke Foundation, United Appeal and the London Museum Art Gallery. Eleanor was an accomplished pianist and a successful business woman; she was a 13 year member of the Merit Corps for London Life. She loved antiques, jewellery, fashion, interior design, long walks, classical music, London Symphony and dancing with her Husband Garth. Eleanor will be dearly missed by all and she is forever on our hearts, she is now in Heaven with her loving Husband Garth.
A very special thank you to all the doctors, nurses, personal care workers, staff and volunteers at PeopleCare Oakcrossing in London Ontario for their many years of wonderful care and comfort.
Relatives and friends are invited to share their memories of Eleanor with her family during Visitation which will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Monday, April 24, 2023 from 10:30AM-12:30PM, where the funeral service will follow at 1:00PM. A burial service will follow at St James Cemetery, Clandeboye Ontario.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society or to the Canadian Cancer Society.
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Ron Antuma
Phil, Laura and family please accept our sincere condolences with the passing of your mother.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Ron Antuma & Brenda Reeves
Pauline and Chris Baker
Dear Wendy, Bob, Dylan and Kyle,
Please accept our sincere condolences. Our thoughts are with you.
omar srour
Phil, and family, my sincere condolences
Wendy & Robert
I am my Mother’s daughter, you have taught me to be strong, independent, honest, loving, caring and respectful of others. My heart is broken but I know you are peacefully with Garth and Bradley. All of your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren love you and will hold you in our hearts forever
Lynn Carver
Dearest Wendy and Family,
I will always remember Aunt Eleanor as a loving woman, with style and grace.
The times we spent together while growing up, will be lovingly remembered and cherished.
Sending love and my deepest sympathies,
Lynn
Daniela Parravano
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Thinking of you and wishing you comfort at this most difficult time.
Love from Angelo and Daniela Parravano and Family
Aimee Anderson
Our sincere condolences to Phil, Laura, Charlotte, and Reed.
Sending you love at this difficult time,
Aimee, Gene, Sean, and Colin
Valerie Rodgers
To Blair and Phillip and Wendy And Family Deepest Condolences Your Mom was Amazing ,Caring Lovely Lady she will be missed forever ❤️❤️
Lisa And Shane Yo
Dear Wendy, Bob and family
Sending our deepest condolences to you all on the passing of your Mom. Please find comfort in knowing she is in peace now and with Garth. Love to you all
Lisa and Shane Yeo
Joan Powell
Please accept my heartfelt Sympathy for your sad loss of Eleanor. I knew her as Wendy and Bradley’s Mom. She was a very caring and loving Lady, and she will be missed by everyone who knew her.
With Kind Regards,
Joan Powell.
Ron and Karen Morris
May your Moms loving memories and warmth in your hearts remain for eternity. Sincere condolences Ron and Karen Morris
Marie Sawa
Phil, Laura and family, my sincere condolences.
Hugs,
Marie
Michelle Stevenson
Wendy, Bob & Family,
Deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss. May your happy memories give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love Michelle & Richard
Lois Hern
My thoughts are with you and nice to know she is at peace thinking about you all Aunt Lois
Margaret Catherine Carville
Phil,
Please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of your Mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in your memories and peace knowing that your Mother will always be with you in Spirit.
Deepest Sympathy,
Margaret Carville & Darryl Hazzard.
Lida & Gil Punzalan
Dear Wendy, Rob, Kyle, Dylan,
We are so sorry for your loss. I pray that God gives you and everyone in your family strength & comfort over these difficult days.
With our deepest & sincerest condolences,
Lida and Gil