
Rhyno – Dolores Ann 69, of Wildcat Community, South Brookfield, Queens County, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 30, 2020 with her family by her side.
Born in Liverpool, Dolores was a daughter of the late John and Elizabeth (Paul) Francis.
Dolores was a devoted catholic and a member of St. Jerome’s Catholic Church, West Caledonia and St. Gregory’s Catholic Church, Liverpool. She enjoyed the outdoors and, in her younger years, helped cut the power line corridor from Milton to Bowater Mersey Paper Company in Brooklyn. She loved to use her chainsaw and up to a few months ago, was still cutting her own wood. She baited trawl in Port Medway, worked for Jo-Val’s in Liverpool and worked at AFN Gas Bar in Greenfield. She held workshops for leather beading and enjoyed volunteering at North Queens Nursing Home, Caledonia every Friday. She loved her family, spending time with her daughters, grandchildren and great grandson and spending time with her sister Grace every evening.
Dolores is survived b y her daughters Tina Dixon and Elizabeth Reid (Brendon Bowers) both of Wildcat Community, South Brookfield. 14 grandchildren and a great grandson. Her sisters Grace Francis of Wildcat Community, South Brookfield; Bernadette Graham of Halifax, Theresa (Burt) Starnino of Quebec. Her brothers John (Janice) of Milton, Melvin (Rachel Falls) of Yarmouth, Stuart ( Bonnie) of Vernon, BC and Danny of Ponhook Community.
Besides her parents, Dolores was predeceased by her husband Terry; an infant sister Mary Jane, her brother Greg and an infant brother William John.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A funeral mass for Dolores, will be held at a later date in St. Gregory’s Catholic Church, Liverpool. No flowers by request, donations may be made to St. Gregory’s Catholic Church, Liverpool. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com
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Barry and Bonnie Francis
So sorry to hear of Dolores’ passing. May she rest in peace.
Matthew 5:4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Murray & Myrna Wigglesworth
Please accept our sincerest condolences to Delores’ family. I went to school with Delores and remember her well. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during these difficult times.
Jean Blades
Condolences to the family.I didn;t know Dolores.but have seen her at Mass at St.Gregory’s. Sorry for your loss.
Tammy Lannan & Richard Croft
Dear Tina, Elizabeth,Grace,Danny & Families
We are so sorry for your loss. We have known Delores for years. She always took the time to stop and chat. Always with a smile. Hold your memories close.
May she RIP ❤️❤️
Gone but never forgotten.
Helen & David Fox
So sorry to hear that Delores has passed away. Please except our condolences.
Sonya Isaac-Surette
So sorry to hear the loss of such a strong woman. Condolences and prayers to her family.
Terri Pennell
So sorry for your loss. I hope your memories can bring comfort during this most difficult time.
Heather Conrad
So very sorry for your family’s loss.
Julie Haughn
Tina and Elizabeth I am so sorry for your loss. I remember your mom fondly, she was a wonderful woman. Thinking if you both.
Philip Anthony
Sorry to read about Delores’s passing. I fond memories of her when she would help me with chores in Charleston.
Barry Roy
Sorry for your loss, please except our condolences. Connie & Barry Roy
Jordan and Bella Oickle
To all of Delores’s family
So sorry to hear of Delores’ passing .She will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.R.I.P. DELORES
Brian Purdy
It is with very heavy heart,that Bev and I send our deepest condolences to the Francis family.
We all grew up together spending hours and hours at Cowie Falls Dam, swimming, fishing, and just having fun together.
Dolores will be missed by everyone that had the pleasure of knowing her.
Brian
Joy McDonald
Tina & Liz and families,
So sorry to hear of Delores passing. I knew her from high school and then here in our community for many years. She is at peace now.
Heather Trimper
My deepest condolences to the family in the passing of your mother. RIP Dolores you will be missed.Fly high you are now a beautiful angel
Michelle Smith
Dear Grace, TJ, and Family,
My deepest sympathies on the passing of Delores, beloved sister, mother,and grandmother,… and true follower of Christ.
i am very sorry for your loss, and my prayers are with you across the miles.
Susan and Garlent
Tina and Elizabeth So sorry for your loss she was a great person to work with .Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time . Keep your memories close to you .
Valerie
To Delores’s family:
I am so sorry to hear of your loss I went to school with your mother I remember her well. Please accept my deepest condolence. Take care of each other in these dangerous times.
Sincerely
Valerie (Leslie) Inness
Elaine Frail
To all family members of Delores.
It is with a heavy heart I offer my sympathy to each of you. I got to know Delores through St Jerome’s Church. She was a faithful and dedicated member of our parish. I was pleased to have spent some time with her last month. RIP Delores.
Marilyn
I have many memories of time together growing up and school days. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and blessings as you journey through this time of grief. Much love
Cathy and Randy Conrad and family
To Dee’s Family Sorry to hear of Dee’s passing. She was an amazing Lady to know, always greeting you with a smile and a hug. She was always busy and on the go. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
Brandi, Parker, Dallas and Emerson
Sorry to hear of Delores’ passing. She was always one of my favourite community members. May your memories help you all through this difficult time.
Sherri Harrington
Sending sincere condolences to all the family, take care❤️
Stephen and Marilyn Anthony
Sorry for your loss
Peggy Payzant. Nee (Freeman)
To Delores’s Family,
I Am So Sorry To See That Delores Has Passed Away. I Use To Go To School With Delores At Milton. Haven’t Seen Her For Quite A Few Years!!. I Always Wondered What Had Happened To Her. Cherish Your Mom’s Memories And By The Looks Of The Write Up, There Are Lots Of Loving Memories. May God Be With You All At This Most Difficult Time In Your Lives, Life Is Never The Same When You Don’t Have Your Mom!!! Rest In Peace Delores You Have Earned Your Wings.
Genny Lowe
So sorry for your loss.
Genny, Gary, Hattie Lowe
Ginny hurlburt
My family and I want to express our sympathy to each of Delores’s family members. Anyone who knows Delores knows she knows that she is in a better place. The hard part is getting on with our sense of loss. I was so thankful to reconnect with Delores the past few years.lot of great memories from childhood, Be kind to your selves as you get a grip on the loss! Some people say you can’t go back but I beg to differ ,the relationship you make in childhood stay with you for ever.Bless you all!
Helen Wigglesworth
To Delores family:
Please accept my sincere condolences on on the passing of this fine lady.
I worked with her many years ago at Joval’s in Liverpool.
Helen Wigglesworth
Cheri Hallett
I only had the privilege of knowing Delores for a short time, but enjoyed the times I got to spend with her immensely and will always remember her with fondness. My sincerest sympathy to you all.
Willis & Corina
To John & Janice….sending heartfelt condolences to you and your family in the loss of your sister…cherish her memories and they will bring you comfort in the days ahead…GOD BLESS
Vernon & Joyce Hawkes
I have known Delores for many years. She was a lovely lady so kind to all. I will miss her very much, especially at church. She had a smile for everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with all her family.
Darren Horton
Tina and the entire family my sincere condolences to you. Your mom always had open arms. She was a great lady. Cherish the fond memories that she left on you all.
Ted Lavender
So sorry for your loss
Valerie Rhyno
To all of the family.
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Jordan and Anna-Stell Vaughn
Dear Tina, Elizabeth and Family:
So sorry for your loss. We shared so much joy and laughter with your Mom, and your Dad, when they lived in Charleston. When we would meet in the grocery store, after they moved, there was always time for a catch-up and a good laugh of days gone by. May precious memories bring you all comfort and peace during this difficult time.
With our deepest sympathy,
Anna-Stell and Jordan
Marilyn Francis and family
Prayers of strength and courage to her daughters, grandchildren, family and friends. May Dolores walk with new found freedom to her spirit family that awaits her. Don’t look back just walk right to the light and love of Creators
Home.
You will be missed and was loved by many.
Cookie Trainor
Grace, so sorry for your loss of Delores. I know that you were very close and you miss her.
I was wondering why she wasn’t with you at mass in Bridgewater lately.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Cookie Trainor
St. Gregory’s Ladies Auxiliary.
Tracey Purdy Oickle
Sending Tina, Liz and all the Francis family prayers and thoughts of love and support upon the passing of your mom and sister. She was a really good person, very sorry for your families loss. Take care
Judi & Ken Minard
To Delores’s family, Ken and I wish to extend our sincere condolences.
I have know Dolores since we started school in primary at Frederickville. Many years have passed since then, but it has always been a joy to meet her and have our friendly chats. A lovely lady and so sorry to learn of her passing.
Christopher Clarke
I’m so sorry to hear of Dolores’ death. Though we didnt see each other often, we were always pleased when we did. I’d like to offer my sympathy to her family
Eric & Judy Cole
We met Delores years ago at St, Jerome’s and always enjoyed having a chat. To all her family we send our sincere sympathy on the loss of a lovely lady.
Linda frail
I’m so sorry to hear of Delores passing. I just spoke to her daughter yesterday my heart aches for you all.Never knew her for a long time but even a short while made us friends. She was a wonderful person to chat with and always made live so important and she loved to speak of her love for our Lord and Saviour. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. Rest In Peace my friend
Steve Meuse
My heart once again goes out to you Tina❤️
May God continue to walk you through this
May you RIP Dolores ,
We have had some good laughs and shared some great stories in our eleven years as family
Sheree Chandler
Dear Kinsey and Family
Deepest sympathies to you and your family in your loss..
Dick &Carolyn Henneberry
I’m so very sorry to hear about Delores’s passing.meeting her was such a pleasure
Marilyn Malone
Sorry to hear of Delores passing. My prayers and thoughts are with her family at this time. Rest in Peace Delores.
Marilyn
Kim Mansfield (Zwicker)
Tina and family,
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Doris E Francis
To Tina,Elizabeth and all the family It is with a very heavy heart I wish to extend my deepest condolences on Dolores’ passing.She was a remarkable lady and will surely be missed greatly by all who knew her.
Alta Mason
To all Delores’s family, I was deeply saddened to read about Delores’s passing. She was a wonderful lady with a deep love for Jesus, her faith and family. She has earned her wings and now is safe in the arms of Our Saviour. Let All your wonderful memories guide you as you travel this most difficult journey. My prayers and thoughts are with you All.
June harlow
Sorry to hear of Dolores passing.
Chess and June
Frank and Jane Croft
Danny, Grace, Tina, Elizabeth and and her family. So sorry to hear of Dolores passing. When she worked at the Medway store she made the best hamburgers I have ever eaten always served with a beautiful smile. It was always a pleasure to have a chat with her. My heart goes out to you all at this very sad time. May She Rest In Peace. God Bless you all
Al and Jeannita Francis
To all family members we were very sorry to hear of Delores,s passing.She was a special person and will be missed by many..We hope you all will find a strong faith to help in the days to follow. Read Isaiah 40-31.
Katherine Archibald
To the family of DELORES ,I AM SO SORRY FOR HER PASSING.
She was a great friend thro out the years . We had great laughs and good times .
She was one of a kind and a great person .
Gone but not forgotten .Rest in peace my friend .
Karen Mac Rae
Many prayers for all of Delores’s family on her passing. My family will be forever grateful to Delores for her many kindnesses and care she showed our father during his declining years. God bless all who loved her.
Todd Labrador
Lori I are very sorry to hear of the passing of Deloris. She was a wonderful lady that will be missed. Our condolences to her family and friends ❤❤❤
Lori and Todd Labrador
Bob and Brenda Lohnes
John and family: sorry for your loss.
donnie(Bucky) & brenda vaughn
Delores was just one amazing person…I knew her when she lived in Charleston & had so much respect for her..She was so very tough & resilient..& had a heart of gold !!! I count myself blessed that I had the privilege of knowing her & know that our Lord has a very special place for her in Heaven..God Bless !!
Cathy Smith
A loving person, a hard worker, a great friend. I think the only thing she couldn’t accomplish was cleaning the canopy over the gas pumps at AFN…Love to all of you..
Gail & Dennis Lavender
We are sorry to hear of Delores passing ours hearts and prays go out to you .
Eldrige/Phyllis whynot
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Betty Shupe
Dear Tina, Elizabeth and family
Sending my sincere condolences to the entire family. May Delores Rest In Peace.
Susan Linda Levy
My condolences to you and your family on the passing of Delores. It seems like I knew her and Terry forever and I am so glad we got to chat and share a laugh at Deb’s reception. It is never easy to lose a loved one, so I pray for your peace and comfort.
Heather and Charlie Hearn
Our deepest condolences to the Francis & Rhyno families for your loss
Paul and Gloria Whynot
We were very sorry to hear about Delores. I have known her since we were children but didn’t see her very often. A very nice lady.
Rta Veinot
To the Rhyno family Shocked and saddened to read of Delores’passing.She was a lady of great faith and lmmense pride in her heritage. She will be greatly missed and fondly remembered.Thoughts and and prayers are with all of you.
Marie Wambolt
Delores’s family
So sorry for your loss.
Catherine Hatt
Girls we were sad to hear of your mother’s passing. The one concern that we had that she was not alone at the time, having experienced it with my own mom. My sister and I were with her at the time. We want to pass along our condolences to both of you and your families.
Lawrence, Catherine and Danny Hatt
Peter and Lorraine Hope
To Delores Family:
We were very sorry to hear of Delores passing. We knew her through St. Jerome’s in West Caledonia. She was a lovely lady, kind and generous to all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Diane and Donald White
Our sincere condolences to Delores family , I didn’t often see her but always enjoyed our chats when we did meet up.
We all went to school and played together at Cowie Falls swimming hole. Childhood memories of Delores and her sister Grace , who was so sweet to this little girl, those memories I cherish.
Tina and Elizabeth so very sorry for your loss.
Diane ( Raynard ) and Donald White
Andrew Jones
I send my condolence to the family at this time of loss.
Bill Nauss
So honoured to have met such a strong and fun loving woman. So blessed to to have had great heart to heart chats and reminisce about places we have lived. You’ll be loved and missed everyday. Love you ma
John LEEFE
Very sorry to learn of Deloris’s passing. Always pleasant, she will be fondly remembered.
Coleen Purdy Roy
Our condolences to Dolores Family
una gallant
so sorry for your loss I knew doris years ago.
Kimberley(Langley) and Dale Foley
I was sorry to hear of Dolores’s passing.I have never forgotten your family over the years.You meant a lot to my family and Mom and Dad enjoyed Friday night card games with your parents and my Uncle Jack and Grace.I am sorry that your bond with Dolores has been broken,Grace.You two were so close.Keep your memories close because they help you get through it.Thinking of you all fondly.
Deb Chuck Taylor
To all of Delores’s family I am so sorry for your loss of your loved one.
I have such found memories from way back as a young girl walking to school with Delores and grace then as an adult when I moved to Charleston. A wonderful kind gentle lady another star in our heavens.
God Bless you all and may your memories in time help to ease your heartbreak.
Deb, Chuck
Glen DeMond
Tina ,Elizabeth and families
So sorry to learn of your mothers ( Delores) passing. She was a fine lady, so pleasant and caring.
I only met she and and Gary in recent years, when they always got a Christmas tree from me, having a very
friendly chat at the time. During the past three years, she occasionally dropped in with a cranberry loaf or some sweets
for me, and in turn I gave her some garden veges…. we were both so appreciative of this friendship.
MY sincerest condolence, and my God Bless.
Glen.