Elsie (Kirby) Murchison

Died: July 19, 2015 | Place: Ottawa General Hospital

Obituary

MURCHISON, Elsie…..

Unexpectedly at Ottawa General Hospital, on Sunday, July 19, 2015, Elsie (Kirby) Murchison of London in her 82nd year. Beloved wife of David Murchison for 57 years. Loving mother of Dr. Sylvia Murchison and her husband Alex Hanham of London and Stephen Murchison and his wife Karine Milliard of Ottawa. Cherished Nana of Olivia, Tabitha, Charlotte and Juliette. Dear sister of Charlie Kirby and his wife Linda and sister-in-law of Stephen Murchison and his wife Carol, Catharine Henning and Bruce Murchison. Predeceased by her parents Elsie (Swan) and Charles Kirby and her sister Sylvia. Also missed by many nieces and nephews. Elsie was a kind, compassionate and beautiful woman. Her children and her family were her greatest joy. She was happiest in her true English garden surrounded by nature. Elsie loved music, her cats and cooking for her family. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Elsie’s life will be held on Friday, July 24, 2015 at 1:00 pm, at St. Anne’s Anglican Church – Byron, 1344 Commissioners Road West, London. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to the London Humane Society, 624 Clarke Road, London ON N5V 2K5 or the London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London ON N6C 2R6. A. Millard George Funeral Home, entrusted with arrangements 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com

13 Comments

  1. Byron 2002G Soccer July 21, 2015 at 5:32 pm

    Sylvia, Alex, Olivia, Tabitha and Murchison family,

    On behalf of the players, parents and coaches of the Byron 2002G soccer please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of Elsie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

  2. Grant Wren July 22, 2015 at 11:15 am

    Sylvia, Alex and family.
    Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. May your memories of her be a comfort to you in the days ahead and bring you peace.
    Grant

  3. Patti Davis July 22, 2015 at 3:44 pm

    Stephen, Karine, Charlotte & Juliette ,
    Sincere sympathy on the loss of your dear Mother/Grandmother. Thinking of you all at this most difficult time.
    Patti

  4. Catia Creatura July 22, 2015 at 5:40 pm

    Sylvia and the Murchison family,
    We were so sorry to hear about your loss.

    Your mom was really amazing and I know how much she has meant to you all.

    Sending love and prayers.

    Catia (and Fred)

  5. Eileen oberer July 22, 2015 at 7:58 pm

    Our sincere condolences to the Murchison family on the loss of Elsie. Our daughter was cared for by Elsie during the 1980’s. She was a very kind and gentle lady.

  6. John & Mary Lee Kirkland July 22, 2015 at 8:09 pm

    Hello Dave
    We are so sad to hear of Elsie’s passing and our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. We only wish we could have seen you and Elsie again. We hope we will see you in the future.
    our Condolances
    John & Mary Lee

  7. Gabe and Judy D'Aoust July 22, 2015 at 9:21 pm

    To All the Murchison Family

    We have known Elsie for many years…we have many good memories of her, Dave and Family when we lived in Barrie. We loved, admired and respected this beautiful Lady. Her strength, kindness, caring, sense of humour were just some of her may attributes. We are very saddened by her passing. Our condolences to Dave, Stephen, Sylvia and Family. May you find comfort and Peace in your many memories of this Special Lady.
    Gabe and Judy D’Aoust

  8. Heather Murchison and Family July 22, 2015 at 9:21 pm

    Our deepest sympathies – our thoughts and with you all.

    Heather, Vince, Fitz and Olivia

  9. Jennifer Vandenberg July 24, 2015 at 11:05 am

    Sylvia, Alex and family,

    With deepest sympathy our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Find comfort in each other and your beautiful memories of your mother.

    Tha Vandenberg Family.

  10. Geoff & Jane Dilworth July 25, 2015 at 5:25 pm

    Dear Sylvia and Alex and Family :
    Jane and I are so saddened to learn of Elsie’s sudden death. I knew her only briefly but she reminded me so much of my own lovely Mom. Such a terrible loss and shock for you all. Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies are with you. In her memory we are making donations to the London Regional Cancer Program and to the London Humane Society. Sincerely, Geoff and Jane Dilworth.

  11. Paul Hickey And Jim Blogg July 26, 2015 at 8:46 pm

    On behalf of Jim Blogg and myself we wish to express our deepest sorrow to you Dave and your family.

  12. Randall and Suzanne Phillips July 27, 2015 at 10:22 am

    Suzanne and I send our sincerest condolences. Wishing you peace. Randy

  13. Brian & Peggy Conn August 2, 2015 at 6:45 am

    Dave, Sylvia and Stephen,

    We were so sorry to hear about your sudden loss. Elsie was a terrific lady, kind and gentle with such a super sense of humour.

    We shared her love of cats, and admired her gardening talent. She shared her expertise, and then snuck in a few Canterbury Bells which spread so much, we have a constant colourful reminder of her.

    We’ll miss her dearly, her warm laugh and constant kidding. Barrie just hasn’t been the same without her.

    Our love and deepest sympathy to all of you.

    Brian and Peggy & family

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