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Fisher; Jane “Jean” Gainford
Posted By Obits On January 23, 2015 @ 2:13 pm In Obituaries | 131 Comments
Fisher, Jane “Jean” Gainford, 94, of Port Mouton, Queens County, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2015, in Queens Manor, Liverpool.
Born in Glasgow, Scotland, she was a daughter of the late David and Isabella (Gainford) Thomson.
Jean was a war bride landing in Canada at Pier 21 in 1946. She and her husband Leander operated the local post office out of their house in Port Mouton for many years. She was very active in the Port Mouton United Church over the years, having been the choir director for many years as well as a Sunday School teacher and a member of the UCW. Jean had the distinction of being a cancer survivor and being the oldest laryngectomy patient in the world. She enjoyed bowling, going to Tops and was a member of the Port Mouton Seniors Club. Jean was always happiest when spending time with her loving family and friends and will be fondly remembered as a fun loving person.
She is survived by daughters, Brenda (Ira) Huskins, of Port Mouton, Patricia “Tish” Fisher (Richard Weagle), of Brooklyn, Margo (Borden) Hanley, of Liverpool; Grandchildren, Terri, David, Patty, Dwayne, Christy, Shannon; great grandchildren, Garrett, Layney, Connor, Charlie, Livia, Laughlin and Christopher.
She was predeceased by her loving husband, Leander; brother, David.
A Celebration of Jean’s life will be held on Thursday, January 29, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. from Chandlers’ Funeral Chapel, Liverpool. Burial will be in Laurel Hill Cemetery, Port Mouton. Family flowers only. Donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Print Obituary & CondolencesSo sorry to hear of your Mom passing away ,Brenda. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Ira and family.
Tisa,Margo and Nanny Bee
We are so sorry for your loss Jean was a loving fun having girl
Rick loved serving her wine and having dances with her .Kodie will miss her long longggggggggggg visits and talks with her .She was a wonderful person and we all loved her and will miss her greatly
Dear Brenda, Tish and Margo
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing, you are in our thoughts and prayers…..
Jean a truly wonderful woman,who will be missed by all of us,so much fun to be with. our sympathy to all her families.
Brenda,Trisha,Margo and families: We were so saddened to hear of your Mom’s passing.She was a lovely lady and a great person,our condolences go out to all of you at this sad time.
Our condolences go out to Margo,Tish, Brenda and all of Jeans family at this very sad time I know how close you were to your mom who everyone knew was a great lady God bless you all at this sad time
Tish and family, we are so sorry to hear about your mom, , she will be missed, you are in our thoughts.
I had met Jean and found her to be a very bright and lovable person.She lived a great life and although you will miss her very much,be thankful for her long and fulfilling life.
We are so sorry for the loss of your Grandmother. We know you have been Blessed with many wonderful memories.
Sincerely,
Colin and Heather
Dear Brenda, Tish & Margo & families;We are so very sorry to hear of your Dear Mothers passing. She was indeed a very wonderful woman.I (Merle)remember all of the good times we had when we used to play cards.It was always a lot of fun when she played. I hope you soon heal from the worst of the pain of losing her. In the meantime our thoughts and prayers are going out to all of you
Margo,Tish,Brenda and families.Sorry to hear of your moms passing.Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
sorry to hear about your mother Brenda.to the rest of the family. our thoughts and prayers..
Brenda , Tish and Margo …
So sorry to learn of your Mom’s passing .When I worked at Liverpool Ladies Wear she came in often ,Such a sweet lady , so friendly and she always looked so nice . Take comfort in having had her for so long and all the memories you have made over the years …
..Please accept our heartfelt sympathies .
Brenda and families:Our sympathies to you after hearing of your Mom”s passing.She was a dear woman,always smiling.She will be missed.Our thoughts are with you all.RIP Jean
Very sorry to hear of your Moms passing. You have lots of great memories
Prayers to all of you
So sorry to hear of your moms passing Brenda. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Dear Margo, Brenda, Trish & families….so sorry to read of your Mom’s passing. She was such a sweet and kind lady and I have wonderful memories of how welcoming she was when I would hang out with Margo at your home! She always had a smile for me when I would visit Aunt Amy at Queens Manor. May your memories give you strength during this difficult time and may it be comforting to know you are in the thoughts and prayers of so many who knew and loved your Mom!
my heart goes out to you gals’ Brenda Tish, Margo.
She a lovely lady; always a smile and a chat;
you gals were very good to her, and she lived a long and happy life;
may she r i p.goodby my friend’
we are sorry for your loss. our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Margo,Tish ,Brenda and families,
So sorry to hear about your Mom..I loved talking to her when I saw her.. She had quite a sense of humour! Thinking of you in the days ahead..take care !
Brenda, Tish, Margo and families we were so saddened to here of your Mom’s passing. It was pleasure coming to know your Mom’s strength and determination on a first hand basis. She was such a fun, kind person and I felt blessed to have gotten to know her better. You will all be held close in our thoughts and prayers.
Margo,Brenda & Trish ; Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dear Margo, Brenda, and Tish
I felt very saddened to hear of your mom’s passing. So sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Love Sherry (Port Alberni)
Brenda, Tish, Margo and Families
It is so sad to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a happy fun loving person and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dear Margo and family,
Please accept our sincere condolences for the passing of your mother. So sorry for your loss.
Margo and Family,
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing, We will miss seeing her at the Manor, She was a lovely lady. you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bee, Tish, Margo and all, So sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. She was a sweet lady, lots of fun, etc. She will be greatly missed by all. My sincerest sympathy to you all. Marge
Terri, David, Brenda, Ira and family
So sorry to hear of Jean’s passing, I will fondly remember the many games of chase the ace around the kitchen table. Thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time.
Brenda, Tish, Margo and families – so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a very lovely lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Please accept our condolences at this very sad time. Mrs. Fisher was a very kind person. She always took time to speak to us at the Bingo hall. A great loss to all.
Dear Brenda, Tish, Margo & families…..I was saddened to hear of Jean’s passing. She was such a sweet and lovely lady…always with a smile and who enjoyed life. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. May your memories of your mother and the love of your families and friends, help you to find peace and comfort during this difficult time. Thinking of you. Rest in Peace Jean.
BRENDA, TISH, MARGO,I WAS SADDING TO HEAR OF AUNT JEAN SHE WAS A VERY NICE LADY ALWAYS A SMILE SHE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HER MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AND YOUR FAMILYS REST IN PEACE AUNT JEAN YOU WILL NEVER BE FOR GOTTEN LOVE HOLLIS
Brenda, Tish, Margo and family.
I am so very sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. She was a delightful lady and it was a pleasure to have known her. My sincere condolences.
Susan MacLeod
Brenda ,Tish ,Margo and families ,so sorry to hear of your Mothers passing.May she rest in peace.
Brenda, Margo & Tish:
So sorry to hear of your Mum’s passing. She was such a delightful lady and always smiling. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Margo and Families
I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
To Jean’s loving family: We just found out this morning about your Mom; a profound loss for you and your family; it is never easy losing
a loved one, and losing a mother and grandmother is
heart breaking for all of you. May you be comforted by the love
and support of your family at this sad and difficult time. Our
hearts ache for all of you. May she rest in sweet peace.
Brenda and family
Our thoughts are with you
So sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. She was a sweet lady.
We are very sorry to hear of your mothers passing. She was a great person and always a smile for everyone. Take care of yourselves and God Bless.
Brenda, Tish, Margo and Families,
Our sincere condolences to all of you.
I am so sorry for your loss.
I will miss Jean and will remember her with lots of love.
Jean and I enjoyed our tea and cookies and conversations. I shall never forget her.
So sorry for the loss of your Mom. I used to enjoy talking to her years ago when we would meet.
Brenda, Tish, Margo and families – So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a very sweet lady.
Patty and family we are sorry to hear about your grandmother…
Brenda, Tish & Margo
So sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. She was truly a great lady. I always enjoyed her visits to the store when I worked in Liverpool and she would always make sure I would be the one to help her! I always found it cute that at 94 years of age she was on face book. I know you will miss her but she has left each of you with many wonderful memories to treasure!
To Jean’s family,
It was a pleasure to have gotten to know Jean at the Manor. She was always so friendly. Jean made it a point to stop and speak to not only the other residents but their family members as well. She loved to listen to the various musicians and you could tell she was yearning to be up and dancing. Jean will be missed by many. My sincere condolences to her family.
To Tish and family,
My sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom. Take care.
Margo,Brenda & Tish, Your Mom was one of my favourites and even when she wasn’t feeling well she could brighten your day. Such a lovely lady.My condolences on your loss.
Brenda, Tish and Margo, Just heard the sad news. So sorry for your loss. Have such fond childhood memories of spending time at your home, and as you know, a trip to the Manor to visit with Jean was always a priority when in Liverpool visiting with my Mom. Jean was always so thrilled to see us. Her bright eyes and cheerful smile just made your day. Condolences from Hazel also. Very sad for her as well. Hugs to all.
Brenda, Ira and Families,
Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She was a wonderful lady. Remember the happy times. Our thoughts are with you all.
Brenda, Tish & Margo & Famalies
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother.
Brenda, Tish ,Margo and Families :
So very sorry to hear of Jean’s passing . We are delighted to have been able to see her last summer. She was a beautiful lady whose spirit was always shining in her eyes . Richard’s mom always spoke so kindly and lovingly of her friend Jean. Hold the beautiful memories close .
To Jean’s Family.
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Barb and Brian
Tish & Family:
Sincerest sympathy to you all.
To all of Jeans loved ones . We knew Jean from seeing her at the manor. A beautiful lady with a wondewrful smile. God Bless you all and you were blessed to have had her in your lives.
Brenda, Ira,David ,Terri and family,
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a wonderful, friendly person with a keen sense of humor that was evident when one would meet her . You all will miss her forever but you have been blessed with many memories.
Thinking of you all at this sad time…take care.
Carol & Arnie
So sorry to hear of your Mom passing
Brenda, Margo, Tish & Families: So sorry to hear that your Mom has passed. She was a very friendly lady. Our thoughts are with you all…
Margo and Family…we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother..she was a customer of the Met lunchcounter many years ago and i had the pleasure of serving her ..she was such a pleasant lady…i am sure she will be missed…take care…Bonnie
Brenda ,Tish,Margo and all of Jean,s Family,we are very saddened to hear of Jean,s passing,Our thoughts and Prayers are with all of you at this Sad time.
Hugs and condolences Bee, and family. Though 38 years since we left, we rejoice in never forgetting you folks, especially Jean and Leander. Our love and prayers warmly embrace you at this time.
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you,
Jan & Garnett
We will miss your mother, she was always smiling and full of fun. Our prayers and thoughts are with you
So sorry for your loss.Your Mom always had a smile for everyone.My thoughts are with all of you at this sad time.
Was sorry to hear of your great loss. My deepest sympathy to all.
Brenda, Tish. Margo and families
Sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. She was a very nice lady who will be remembered fondly by many. Sincere sympathy to all.
Was very sad to hear of Jane’s death… She was a very sweet lady who had certainly overcome a lot and was so pleasant to talk to. Our condolences to the family & to her friends.
Dear Brenda, so very sorry to hear about the passing of your dear Mother. She was a very sweet lady. I want you Margo and Tish to know how very much my Mom thought of both your parents. Thinking of you all, Susan , Kenny and Anna
Margo, Tish, Brenda and Families
Sorry to hear or Jeans’ passing, my thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Margo, so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Keep your memories of her close to your heart. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Brenda, Ira, Terry, David, Tish, Margo, and Shannon. I am very sorry to hear the loss of your mother and grandmother. She was a great lady and always stopped to say hello on my walking journeys, whether it be by the house or stopping in the car. She will be greatly missed and my deepest sympathy to you and the rest of the family.
Margo, Tish & Brenda;
So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was such an inspiration to the other residents at the Manor by getting them all excited to join in singing and dancing especially during the “Pub Nites”. She will be missed by many. Thoughts from Betty and I are with you and your families.
Brenda,Ira, David, Terri and all of Jean’s family:
I was so sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. She was a wonderful lady
and will be sadly missed by her family and her many friends. My
thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Brenda & family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Aunt Margo:sorry to hear the passing of your mom. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. XO
Aunt Margo: sorry to hear the passing of your mom. Thoughts and prayers too you all. XO
Dear Margo and family, so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I am remembering the many visits to your house Margo to play, when we were preteens. Your mom always was so welcoming and hospitable. Over the years she continued to stop for a chat when we met on different occassions. Thinking of you all.
So very sorry Brenda to hear of the passing of your beloved Mother. I’m sure God has greater plans for her. Keep your head up and remember the good times and laughs you spent with her over the years.
your friends
Euna & Archie
Brenda, Tish, Margo and families
Our deepest sympathy. Jean was a joy to be around and we will all miss her quick sense of humour and smile. What a treasure of wonderful memories you have!
Tish and families, so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you all .
Brenda, Margo and families. So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this difficult time. Take care
Brenda & family: Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
Tish Brenda and Margo and families.So sorry to hear of your mothers passing.You were very lucky to have her as long as you did.She always had that very bright smile for everyone.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Margo, Tish and Brenda, so sorry for your loss. Remember all the good times with your mom, our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Dear Girls:
We are so sad to hear of Jean’s passing, but when we get to the age of ninety four we can only feel happy for her and very very sad for the loved ones she leaves to mourn. She was a person who loved life, I am sure she will be going to many a dance in heaven and will be able to dance like an angel. Dance On Jean!!
Love
Valerie and Donald
Dear Brenda ,Trish & Margo & families . We are so sorry to hear of your Mother,s passing ,I didn,t know her but you have great memories of her & they will keep her near to your heart,s .
Dear Brenda, Tish, Margo and families: So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. My mother always spoke kindly about her, and I remember the concern for her after she first had her laryngectomy. Well, she certainly proved she was stronger than anyone thought! And good for her!! From my personal experience of her in the post office, she was a capable, intelligent, friendly and light-hearted person. Although I know you will all miss her terribly, you were blessed to have her for such a long time, and I’m certain she was grateful to be such an integral part of all your lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Kind regards, Emily McLeod
Brenda,Tish, Margo and families: We were sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Please accept our sincerest condolences to all of you at this sad time.
Gale and Art
Thinking of you, so sorry for your loss, sending our heartfelt sympathy to all of you
Dear Margo and family. So sorry to hear about your Mother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lauren & Seth
Margo and family, sorry to hear about your Mom, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Margo and Family, so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Brenda, Tish, Margo and families…
So sorry to hear of your mothers passing, she was a lovely lady. my sincere sympathy to you all.
Joan
Dear Brenda and Ira, Margo and Borden, Patricia and Richard, and all who loved her. Jean’s smile says it all–what a wonderful generation of women these war brides! And we are so much poorer for their loss but will cherish their memory. Please accept our deepest condolences and know you are in our hearts. Jan and Tom
So sorry to here of your mom’s passing. I remember both of your parents as being kind and generous. Jean had three great daughters to love her throughout her life and to care for her in her golden years.
Terri and Family
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Anne and Kurt
So sorry to hear of your Moms passing, Frank and I want to send our sincere condolences to You and All the Families.She will be greatly missed!!
To the family of Jane Fisher,
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Sterling Belliveau, MLA
Your mom will always have a special place in my heart, she was so kind and witty. Take peace in knowing she had a wonderful life and many, many friends and loved ones. May you all find comfort in knowing she is now resting peacefully.
Sympathy to all,
Vickie
I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time
I am sorry to hear that Aunt Jean passed. I know she is happy being with Uncle Lanny. Prayers for all the family.
We are so sorry to hear about Jean, (mom). She was a very special and wonderful person. We loved her and we will always think about the great times we had with her. Love, Barb,, Sally, Bill, Bob
so sorry to hear this sad news, condolences to the family at this difficult time.
Brenda, Margo, Tish and families: So sorry to hear of your moms passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
You were blessed with a wonderful Mom and many years to enjoy her. I can speak for myself,sister and brother when I say your Mom and Dad were generous beyond belief and as children we were the lucky benefactors on many occasions.We will not forget her and those wonderful times. Take care……time will grant you peace as you move forward.
So sorry to hear about your Mom blessings to you all at this sad time.
Heartfelt sympathy to all of Jean’s family. You probably won’t remember me, but many, many years ago Dad, Mom, brother Darrell and I visited you and we girls hung out together a bit. My Dad was Joe Guest (a friend of your Dad’s) and my Mom was Jessie. Sadly, Mom passed away at age 53 in 1969 and Dad at age 82 in 2004. I still remember that visit and have thought of your family over the years. God bless you at this sad time in your lives. Your Mom was a very special lady.
To Brenda and all of jeans family ,so sorry to hear about your mother as she was one fine lady,always had a smile for everyone ,she will be miss ,my thoughts and prayers are with you Dale and jim smith
Brenda, Tish and Margo. So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. So glad, Brenda, that you managed to track me down. Our moms and dads were such good friends for so many years. Our moms had a great visit together shortly before my mom passed. Mom was so happy about that. I have some great memories myself of spending a fair amount of time at your house when I was a kid…playing with dolls with Margo, catching tadpoles in buckets down behind your house and being envious of you having a post office right in your house. Seems funny now when you remember that I lived in a train station! Best wishes to you all, and my thoughts are with you.
Margo, Borden, Shannon
So sorry for your loss. May your wonderful memories comfort you I’m this difficult time.
Amy Fisher
To all of Jean’s family. We were very sad to hear of Jean’s passing. She will be missed by many people and we know she will be remembered by all because of her smile. Remember all of the good times and look at old photos often. Our thoughts are with you in this of sorrow.
Brenda & Ira, We send you our condolences at the loss of your Mother. Jut know that you and her are in our prayers.
Dear Margo I am so sorry for your loss,I know she was a great lady and she will be greatly misses by all of your families
Brenda, Tish, Margo and families: Sorry for your loss, she was a wonderful lady and Aunt, and we will miss her.
We were saddened to hear of Jean’s passing. She was always a kind and caring lady. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers. Inez & Donnie
We have lost a dear, sweet friend. Shall miss her very much!
Our condolences and prayers for the family…………..with love,
Shirley and Joe xxoo
So sorry to hear the news of Jean’s passing. What a wonderful lady. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. xo Jen
Margo, Borden, Shannon and family,
My thoughts are with you and the family. You have so many wonderful memories of your mom / grandmother that will remain with you forever. Those special memories will help you thru this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Darlene
So sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Barb and Brian
Sending our sincere sympathy to the family; our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Brenda, Tish and Margo – my thoughts are with you all as you mourn the loss of your mother. I remember your mom from the time I lived in Port Mouton when Brenda and I were in grade 4. She was always so welcoming. So many years ago.
Pat (Rafuse) Patterson
To the Family;
Your Mother was a lovely lady- an integral part of her community for so long. We know she certainly was an inspiration to you all.
Please accept our condolences.
On behalf of the Maritime Conference United Church Women I am extending condolences to Jean’s family and to her UCW friends at Port Mouton United. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
In Christian Love, Jean Smith – MC-UCW Corresponding Secretary
My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
To all The family members of Jean.
We were so saddened by the passing of Jean. She was a loving compassionate lady with lots of goodness for everone she came in contact with. We will always remember her funny jokes and lovely laugh,we will truely miss her.She is at peace now and with her good friends and especially Leander. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
Margo,Tish, Brenda, and families,
What a lovely gentle woman your mother was. This is how I remember her as she welcomed me into her home as one of your playmates, Margo. Treasure the many memories she has left you with. You are so very lucky to have had her as your mom.
Our thoughts are with you all.
She was a beautiful lady, I loved talking with her.
She was always so cheerful and sweet.
To Margo and Family’ So sorry to hear the passing of your mom. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time..
TO Margo and Borden and Family, So sorry to hear the passing of your Mom. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Dear Brenda,
Peter phoned me the other evening with the news of your mother’s passing. So sorry to hear of that. However, I had suspected she was not her usual self as I had not heard from her for some time… and she usually answers e-mails promptly.
Please pass my condolences to Trish and Margo. I have a letter that I’ll get in the mail one of these days.
Sincerely,
Joyce (Hutcheson) Macpherson
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Brenda i am very sorry of hear of your mother,s passing my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time