MOSHER – Jane “Jean” Malcolm, 100, of South Brookfield, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool on October 9, 2021. Jean went over the white cliffs of Dover to be with her beloved Lester.
Born in Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland, Jean was a daughter of the late William and Maggie (Chard) Beveridge.
Jean was a factory worker during World War II. During this time, she met her future husband, Lester, and later married in England. Jean then immigrated to Canada where she and Lester took up residence in South Brookfield. Jean worked several jobs in North Queens. She was employed and later owned the general store, worked at North Queens Nursing Home, worked for Parks Canada and as a school janitor for a time. She also was coordinator of Home Care for Department of Community Services retiring at the age of 72, not because she wanted to, though. Computers had come into the work force and she simply didn’t want to learn how to use them! She enjoyed playing darts, baking cakes, crocheting and knitting. Her passion was watching curling on television. Jean will be lovingly remembered as our corner post, our mentor, our shoulder to cry on and our support when things weren’t going as they should.
Jean is survived by her daughter Lorna Cole and her son Bill (Mona), both of South Brookfield. Her grandchildren Patrick Cole and Robert (Adele) Cole, Chris (Jacklyn) Mosher and Tara Mosher (Ryan Bartlett); her great grandchildren Morgan (Meghan Crouse) and Jaden Cole and Ashton and Austyn Mosher. Best and faithful friend and fellow war bride Betty Lovett of Port LaTour.
Besides her parents, Jean was predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Lester. Her sisters Molly, Brenda and infant Joan and her brothers Robert, James and Roy and her son in law John Cole.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A graveside memorial service will be held Saturday, October 23, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. in South Brookfield Community Cemetery. Pastor Royce Getson officiating. Family flowers only, donations may be made to the South Brookfield Baptist Church. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at Queens General Hospital, VON and Queens Home Support. A special thank you to Queens Transit for taking mom for ice cream on her 100th birthday and to Bonnie Joudrey for her help, allowing Mom to stay in her own home.
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Pastor Royce and Alice Getson
Our hearts are filled with gratitude for the 100 years your family has had with the love of your life, your cornerstone. Our deepest heartfelt condolences are with you as your hearts are burdened and torn with grief. I pray the Lord will comfort you as you lean on each other. Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted.
Royce and Alice Getson
Jeannette Lewis
My thoughts and prayers go out to Jean’s family she will be missed by all who knew her. Hugs to all
My Condolence
Amy and Eugene (Archie) Pothier
Our sincere condolences to all Jean’s family on her passing. She was indeed part of our family and much loved by all the Pothier family. We are so happy that we visited her recently and she shared some stories of her life. Having celebrated her 100th birthday, she enjoyed telling us about her special day. Hugs to you all.
Ken and Geraldine Whynot
Our deepest condolences to the Mosher family on Jean’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Jean was a terrific lady and will be dearly missed.
cedric@susan smith
thoughts and prayers go out to all the family
Marjorie Rhodenizer
Lorna Billy and members of the family we send our condolences to you all, she is at peace now with her family in heaven. Marjorie, Guy and family members.
Myrna Crouse
My thoughts and prayers are with Lorna, Bill and families and you mourn your Mom’s loss. Remembering the good times you had together will help ease the hurt and know that God is walking beside you every step of the way. I will always remember the smile on her face when we went to her house Christmas caroling. She always hated to see us go.
Myrna
Bonnie Labrador and Jerry Mansfield
To Jean’s family, and friends.
We are so sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Barbara Burns
Dear Family,
I am so saddened to read Jeans obituary. I drove past her driveway on Sunday, to spend the afternoon at Keji and looked up at the house and wondered how she was doing. We got to know Lester in the early 70’s when we were camping at the park. It was years later when we met Jean. Two very special people you couldn’t help but love. I offer you my deepest condolences as you say goodbye to your Mom, and wishing you strength to move forward without her. Lean on each other and take comfort in your happy memories.
Darlene Connolly
So sorry to read that Jean has passed. I was at Social Services when Jean and Joan MacAdams Trenbirth started the Home Care Program. She was such a lovely and interesting lady. She was very fortunate to be able to be 100 and stay in her own home! She is now with her beloved Lester. RIP my friend.
Brenda Dexter
I am so sorry to read of Jeans passing,
She was a very good friend as well as a good boss.
I know she is happy with her love Lester R.I. P. Jean
CAROLYN EICHEL (Wayne and Julie's friend)
Lorna and family – deepest sympathy in the passing of your Mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bill and Leora Cavanagh
We are so sorry to hear the news of your Mom Bill and Lorna ..Our thoughts and Prayers are with you both at this very sad time . Hugs to you both .
Kathy, Bernie Rumbolt
Bill, Mona and family,
We are very sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. She lived a wonderful long life and reached a milestone very few get to celebrate.
Myrna Crouse
Lorna, Bill and families:
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom but be so happy that you had her in your lives for all these years. She was a great person and lots of fun. I can remember going there Christmas time and singing carols to her and she never wanted us to leave. She use to sing along with us when she could. Always remember the great times you had with her and that will help you get through these difficult days. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Myrna
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Bernard Winters
To Lorna and Billy and Family,
So sorry to here of your Moms passing.I remeber going to the store. She was always pleasant with a smile.Our deepest sympathy may she rest in peace.God Bless
Michelle Smith-Nochasak
To Lorna, Bill, and all the family of Jean Mosher,
My deepest condolences on your loss. The world is a little empty without her serenity and wisdom. She was a blessing, and she will be missed. May your memories comfort you and bring you peace.
Leigh and Cathy Merry
Sorry to hear of Jeans passing our sympathies to you all .May she RIP and your memories of her give you comfort .
Paul Ellis and Ethel Soltesz
Lorna our deepest condolences to you and your family.
ShirleyFrank
Lorna ,Bill sincere condolences to you & your family during this sad time. Your mom was a lovely & dear lady.Cherish all the wonderful memories . Shirley & Ken .
Andrew Pothier
It was with great sadness that I heard of Jean’s passing. My mom met Jean during wartime in London, England at which time they shared an apartment together. They both married West Novie soldiers, immigrated to Canada and renewed their friendship. I still have the silver dollar and the one dollar bill that she gave me more than 60 years ago. I was very disappointed that I was not allowed to visit Jean in hospital (due to Covid19) on my recent trip to Nova Scotia.
Andrew Pothier
Surrey, BC
Gordon Eisnor
Bill and family: My sincere condolences to you and all your family Your mom lived to be a great age.
Donna Norman
Condolences to the family. I always enjoyed working with Jean and we had similar ideas etc. May your many memories keep her in your hearts forever and help you through this difficult time.
Marilyn-McGinty Cobb
Lorna & family
Extending to you all my sincere sympathy. She certainly had a full life & to think it all started back in Scotland.
You will have so many wonderful memories- that is her legacy.
Marilyn
Callie ♥️
So sorry to read of Jean’s passing….. she was certainly one of a kind and had the kindest soull❣️
Loved chatting with her in the Post Office ♥️
Rev. Vic Adams
I’m saddened to hear of Jean’s passing. I always enjoyed talking with her and hearing about her life experiences. May God comfort you at this difficult time.
Margie & Clarence Trimper
We are so sorry to hear of Jean’s passing . God’s blessing on you all .
Sherilyn & Everett Barry
Lorna, Bill & families Sincere Sympathy on Your Mom’s passing.She reached that special milestone Had her ice cream All was good! Keep the memories close. Sherilyn & Everett Barry
Dollie Cole
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Mother’s are near and dear to our hearts forever, she was a very special person, our love and sympathy to you Lorna and Bill from Dollie and Bud
Joyce Allen and family.
Lorna, Bill and all of Jean’s loved ones, my heartfelt condolences. I will always cherish our many visits and talks. You taught me many lessons, both in knitting and Phase 10, but you always managed to out smart me. I learned so much about your homeland and your love of family. Now you have the long awaited chance to reunite with the love of you life “Lester”. Jean, I will miss you more than one could ever know. I will still hold you in my prayers. All my love, Joyce.
Vaughn & Kathy Rawding
Thinking of you all during this sad & difficult time.
Peter/Heather Pothier
Heartfelt sympathy to Jeans family and friends on her passing. Her family have been lifelong friends with our family. Due to Covid we were unable to visit Jean in the hospital but were able to speak to her on the phone before she passed.
R.I.P. Jean
Peter/Heather Pothier & Family
Dennis & Sharon Wills
Our deepest sympathy goes out to Lorna, Bill and their families. She was a beautiful lady and will be missed by all who knew her. Heaven has just gained another angel. Hugs to you all.
Dennis & Sharon
Suzanne Frail
Dear Lorna, Bill and family,
Sending deepest condolences. Jean was a lovely lady. I enjoyed volunteering at the Legion with her many years ago also the chats we had when she got her hair done at Trish’s.
Hugs to all,
Suzanne
Judy Frail
Sincere condolences to Jean’s family. I’m so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady and will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Gary and Toddy Mansfield
We are so sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. Hold your memories close to your heart. Our thoughts and Prayers are with all the family.
Kathryn Freeman
Lorna, Bill and family,
Thinking of you all at this sad time. Jean was truly a lady. It was a blessing to know her.
Sincerely,
Kathryn and Stephen Freeman
Cora Aulenbach
Lorna and family…
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She lived a good long life, and made many friends during that time. It is hard nevertheless to say good-buy. God bless and give you peace and comfort.
Blessings. Cora Aulenbach
Ann Neily Gaston
Jean and Lester became much valued friends of our parents Mary and Bill Neily after we moved to South Brookfield in 1946. Susan and I will miss her.
Linda Thorbourne
To Jean’s Family:
Very sorry to learn of your loss. I worked for Jean with Home Support. She was a caring person.
Rest in Peace Jean.
Linda Moulton
To Jean’s family, so very sorry to hear of her passing, she was one of my best memories from my childhood. May she RIP
Janet Bowers
Mrs. Mosher was my employer at Home Makers, and was a caring boss, we enjoyed staff meetings every Friday, and events with the clients to celebrate special occasions. I visited her just in mid August and was pleased to see her again, I am surprised she passed, and very sorry to read, though she seemed to have a good and very long life.
My condolences to her family,
Margaret and Randy Mooers
Sorry for your loss your family are in our thoughts
Grace Gillighan
Sorry to hear about your mom, Lorna. I didn’t know her but remember my mom spoke highly of her.My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Peter and Lorraine Hope
We offer our condolences to the entire family. Jean lived a long life and she will be remembered by many of us.
Sadie Huskins
So sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. She was a wonderful lady and I am glad I got to know her. She made the best cakes! My thoughts and prayers are with you Lorna and Billie and all of your families. May She rest in peace.
Marilyn Woodworth, Murray Frank
Lorna, Bill and families…..Our condolences to you all . So sorry to read of your Mom’s passing…We always wondered how she was doing, every time we passed her house…She lived a long life, but it is never easy to say SO LONG no matter how long they are with us…..She will be in your hearts forever………..God Bless you all ….RIP Jean
Wilma andTom Shupe
To Lorna ,Bill and family
We were so sorry to hear of your loss.Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you.
Florence And Robert Douglas
Lorna and family,
Our sincere condolences to you and your family in the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Robbie and Florence Douglas
Luella Greenough
Lorna and family
So sorry to hear.
I have fond memories of Jean.
Glen DeMond
Dear Lorna, Bill and families:
So very sorry that Jean has passed . She was such a good to friend to all , and everyone was always welcomed on a visit at any time. All of her achieved activities through her life were remarkable, and living to the age of 100 years was outstanding.
With My sinerest comdolence to all., with God’s blessing.
Glen
John & Nancy LEEFE
Some special people seem destined to go on forever and Jean was one of them. A wonderful volunteer, she was always busy doing something for others. Jean and Lester were loyal West Novas and Jean attended annual reunions until just a few years ago. She will be missed. Semper Fidelis, Jean.
Anne Kempton
My sincere condolences in Jean Mosher’s passing. She was a well know person in the community of Caledonia. Always had a smile on her face. A great loss to the community. May she rest in peace.
Marion and Blair Baxter
Sending deepest condolences to Lorna and Bill and there families. Jean was always friendly and with a smile on her face. I enjoyed volunteering with Jean at the Legion, and playing darts with her and Lester. May she RIP.
John Ryan
John and Belle Ryan New Germany. So sorry to hear of a great lady’s passing.Jean was a true West Nova War Bride to the end.Say hello to Lester Jean.RIP.
Joe Fultz
My sincere condolences to Jean’s family. I had the pleasure of working with Jean at the Liverpool Community Services office for the last several years until her retirement. Lester would occasionally visit the office so I got a glimpse of how truly special a couple they were. Jean was always ready with sage advice or a kind word softly spoken with conviction and her warm Scottish accent. Jean my world was enriched in knowing you. Say hello to Lester for me. That will be one fine vegetable garden in heaven.
David whynott of mersey point
Bill and Mona and all your family, I am sorry to hear of your loss, its always a sad loss to face. But it appears she had a long stay with you. Bless you all at this sad time.
Karen Cook
Dear Lorna, Adele and all the family:
Saddened to hear about your Mom’s passing. I remember you introducing me years ago at Waves.
What a life! And what a reader!
Cherish your memories and hug your loved ones…
Karen…and all the bookmobile staff
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
Our Condolences to all Jean’s Family. She was one of the Greatest Ladies I ever knew. She was very Knowledgeable, Kind and Amazing. I enjoyed talking with her very much. Jean and Lester were a Great Couple. She lead a very Full Life. Treasure your memories. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you All.
Christopher Clarke
So sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. She was such a pleasant person. My sympathy Lorna to you and your family. Such a loss
Jim Peach
My sincere condolences to Billy & Jean’s family. I haven’t seen Jean in many years but I do remember her as a kind and wonderful Lady. I remember playing darts against her & Lester at the Legion many times back in the day. May God give each of you the comfort you need to get through this valley.
John Dexter
To Bill, Chris and family,
So Sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to you all.
freeman
My deepest sympathy to all of Jean’s family especially Billy and Lorna.
Alan Freeman