Mary (Rosser) Bawden

Died: July 26, 2013 | Place: Victoria Hospital

Obituary

BAWDEN, Mary…..

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London on Friday, July 26, 2013, Mary (Rosser) Bawden of London in her 87th year. Beloved wife of Ray Bawden for 63 years. Loving mother of Gayle Bawden of London, Bob Bawden of Chalk River, Ontario, and Kathy Bawden of Houston, Texas. Predeceased by her brother Jack Rosser and her sister Martha Amos. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and their families, and by several “adopted” children and grandchildren. A special thank you to the staff at Victoria Hospital, D4 Unit 300, for their loving care. Mary was very involved with Home and School Association for many years at various levels. Friends will be received by the family from 2-4 and 7-9pm on Monday, July 29, 2013 at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday, July 30, 2013 at 1pm. Interment in Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON N6C2R6 or The Kidney Foundation of Canada – Southwestern Ontario Chapter, 785 Wonderland Road South, Suite 203, London ON N6K 1M6. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

11s Comments

  1. Neubauer Family July 27, 2013 at 1:56 pm

    We have the fondest memories of our times together. Drinking tea in our dining room. Having meals together when it was possible. One special memory is a trip they made to our house with a wee black pup in the van. My kids hugged and fussed over that pup and when they thought it looked tired they sung a lullaby to it as it snuggled in Mary’s arms. The world has lost a special lady. May God hold you in the palm of his hand Mary and in time, bring peace to Ray and Kathy, Gayle and Bob. All our love and friendship, The Neubauer Family.

  2. Anne & Mirko Brinovac July 28, 2013 at 10:05 pm

    Dear Kathy,

    We were so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. Our condolences to you and your family. Take comfort in knowing that she is in a much better place now and in no more pain.

  3. Zaigul July 29, 2013 at 11:23 am

    Kathy, I am so sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to your Dad, Gale,Bob and the entire extended family.

  4. Christine Glenn and Scott Macdonald July 29, 2013 at 12:09 pm

    Beloved Mary is part of our family. It was an honor and a privilege to live next door for 25 years. We are indeed blessed by the present of her presence in our lives. We eternally hold loving space in our hearts for you dearest Mary . I see your magnificent Spirit now joyous and soaring in the freedom of Creations Love. We love you and are grateful that you blessed us and shared your gifts so graciously with everyone who crossed your path.

  5. Arlene Morell July 29, 2013 at 12:12 pm

    On behalf of Thames Valley Council of Home and School Associations, representing Home and School members, I wish to express our profound sadness for your loss. Mary was an exceptional Home and School leader, her legacy continues to live through our annual award for outstanding service given in her name. Mary’s contributions and dedication towards making a difference in the lives of children and youth, promoting public education, and fostering positive relationships between the Home and the School still today are valued and honoured.
    With our deepest sympathies,
    TVCHSA Executive; Arlene Morell, Sheena Davis, Robin Harvey, Darlene Snyders, Sarah Thompson, Mark Snyders

  6. Karin July 29, 2013 at 4:09 pm

    Kathy, my heart goes out to you, your dad, Gayle and Bob at this very difficult time. I know you have a precious store of happy memories which will hopefully sustain you through these dark times. We’re thinking of you all. Karin xx

  7. elwyn schreuder July 30, 2013 at 2:57 am

    my sincere condolences on the loss of your dear wife and mother Mary Bawden. She has been helping me with my family search for the Hughes family and we kept contact.
    Elwyn – netherlands

  8. Harry Verdun July 30, 2013 at 7:10 am

    Ray
    Sorry to hear of you losing Mary.
    I am thinking of you.

    Harry

  9. Kristina Brewer July 30, 2013 at 10:36 am

    Dear Mr. Bawden, Kathy, Gayle, Bob and family,

    Please accept my deepest condolences.

    My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Thinking of you,
    Kristina

  10. Brenda Bowman July 30, 2013 at 12:29 pm

    Gayle, so saddened by your family’s loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  11. Martha Andrews August 7, 2013 at 10:29 am

    Deepest sympathy to Ray and your family on the loss of Mary. Our paths crossed many years ago at bowling and when John and I were married Mary hosted a shower for me in your home. We have just celebrated our 50th. Although that was so long ago I pictured Mary and Ray in my mind because both of them always wore a warm and friendly smile and were lovely people to know. Have strength in the loss you have suffered. Martha & John

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