Phyllis Laidlaw

LAIDLAW, Phyllis Marilyn (née McCowan)…
Peacefully at Craigwiel Gardens on October 3rd, in her 85th year. Beloved wife of 62 years to Andy Laidlaw. Loving mother of Sheri Laidlaw and her wife Lisa Burton, and Janice Webber and her husband Ken Webber. Cherished grandmother of Edward Butler and Kendra Webber. Dear sister of Shirley Elliott and her husband Bill. Predeceased by her parents, John and Mary McCowan.
Born in Goderich and raised on farms in Brucefield and Porters Hill, Phyllis graduated from Goderich High School and moved to London, where she worked at Eaton’s and PepsiCo before becoming co-owner of To Wheels, London’s oldest bicycle shop. She had a lifelong love of music, a passion for travel, and a deep interest in researching the McCowan family history.
Friends will be received by the family on Thursday, October 15, 2026 from 2-4pm & 7-9pm at A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel Friday, October 16, 2026 at 11am. Burial to take place in Pond Mills Cemetery, London. Donations in memory of Phyllis Laidlaw can be made to Craigwiel Gardens via cheque, e-transfer to [email protected] or by following the website donation link at www.craigwielgardens.on.ca. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com