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Gladys Ovenell Obituary

OVENELL, Gladys - Peacefully on Friday, February 6, 2009 in her 99th year. Loving wife of the late Reginald Harry. Beloved mother of Brian (Betty) and Hugh (Gyda). Adoring grandmother of Mary Anne (Steve) Arthur, Jim (Indira) Ovenell, Dave Ovenell, Shannon (Ken) Robertshaw and great-grandmother of Emily, Grace, Hunter, Briar, Justin, Luke, Nathan and Cole. Gladys was a dedicated and long time volunteer in East York. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at HERITAGE FUNERAL CENTRE, 50 Overlea Blvd., 416-423-1000 on Thursday, February 12, 2009 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Toronto East General Hospital Volunteers Student Scholarship Fund.

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Published by Toronto Star from Feb. 7 to Feb. 9, 2009.

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Pam Burnett

February 28, 2009

I met Gladys while working at the East York Civic Centre for Parks and Recreation. She was such an inspiration to me for her vitality, attitude and strength. Always a big smile, a kind word and a good laugh. Gladys was one of a kind and will be sadly missed. My sincere condolences go out to the family.

Shannon Robertshaw

February 13, 2009

I would like to thank everyone who was able to attend the funeral of Gladys Ovenell. It was then that I truly realized just how many lives she touched.

Shannon Ovenell-Robertshaw

Joe and Leanne Christel

February 9, 2009

MaryAnne - We're deeply sorry for your loss. We only meet your grandmother a few times but she made such a lasting impression on us both. She truly seemed to live life to its fullest, a great example for all of us. She was a very special lady who was blessed with a great family.

Margaret Hagerman

February 9, 2009

My condolences to your family. I remember Gladys well from our days volunteering at East General where she was such a willing helper. She was always so young in spirit. My sympathies again.

Pat Ovenell

February 9, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Percy & Marilynn Smith

February 8, 2009

We are so sorry to hear about Gladys. She trained my wife Marilynn and I at Toronto East General Hospital and she was 96 years at that time. She will be greatly missed.
Percy and Marilynn Smith

John McLaughlin

February 7, 2009

My dear friend and mentor. Thank you Gladys for the memories.

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