Jean Hay
Died: January 26, 2017 | Place: London, Ontario
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Hay, Annie Beatrice “Jean” (nee Nairn)……
Peacefully on Thursday, January 26, 2017 at Victoria Hospital in her 91st year. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Donald Hay (1985). Loving mother of John (Julie) Hay and Diane (Bill) Coffin. Cherished grandmother to Ryan, Matthew and Charlie Hay, Phillip and Patrick Duby. Jean always maintained a positive and cheerful attitude despite living with multiple sclerosis for 52 years. She was a long-time member of Wesley-Knox United Church where she was leader of the junior choir and member of UCW for many years. She was a president of the Women’s Faculty Club at Western University and a member of the Canadian Club. Jean enjoyed travelling the world with her husband and family. Visitation will be held from 2-5pm on Sunday, January 29, 2017 at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, with memorial service on Monday, January 30, 2017 at 11 am at Wesley-Knox United Church, 91 Askin Street, London. Special thanks to Patricia, Virginia, Eva and Rose for all their loving care. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Jean are asked to consider the MS Society of Canada, 21 Grosvenor Street, Room W018A, London, ON N6A4V2, or Wesley-Knox United Church general fund. Online condolences, memories, photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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Diane and Bill, John and Julie:
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom. For many W-K worshippers of past days, we can still picture her in the balcony leading the junior choir for so many years. She was always so cheery in spite of her battle with MS and is a great example of strength and perseverance. May your memories of her, and knowing she has been reunited with your Dad after many years of being alone, be a comfort to you in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Grant and Gail
Dear Diane and family, our condolences, thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
CUPE Local 101 will be proud to make a donation in memory of your mother to the MS Society.
In solidarity,
AM Apau and your Local 101 family.
Dear Diane, Bill, John and Julie and families. Your mom was a truly remarkable lady. They say the true character of a person shows through in how they handle the challenges life hands them and your mom demonstrated not only courage but grace through them all. She was my Junior Choir leader and in many other areas of my church life. All members of youth groups back in the day, fondly remember Jean and she will be missed, but will finally be reunited with her beloved Don.
John, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John,
Very sorry to hear about your mother.
Jim
Dear Diane,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was such a great, vivacious woman with such a love of life. We were shocked to see her picture right below our Mom’s. We take some comfort in knowing that our moms were keeping each other company and no doubt having a wonderful visit
Hi Diane
Thank you for your beautiful note regarding our Mom. We send you our heart felt condolences regarding your Mom. To say that “Mrs. Hay was an amazing woman” seems inadequate.
Hugs to you during your time of sadness.
Mary
My thoughts and sincere sympathy go to you Diane, John and your families. Jean was such a vivacious and outgoing person who loved all her many friends as she loved her music. You will have many wonderful memories to share.
Dear Diane, Bill, John, Julie and family
Jean was a wonderful, remarkable and determined person. Your mom touched so many people’s lives. Diane, your dedicated care and love for your mom was so instrumental in maintaining her quality of life in her home.
May loving memories of your mom bring you peace, comfort, and strength.
I am very sorry for your loss. The Hay family were so important in our lives at Wesley-Knox. Don organized the communion Sundays when my older sister Jo-Ann was a Junior elder, Jean taught me so many enduring lessons in Junior Choir. Diane and John were in the Youth group. Diane was Mom and Dad’s visiting elder and they always enjoyed her visits. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you cherish your memories and remember her well.