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Bessie HOSTINE Obituary

Published by Windsor Star on Jan. 28, 2013.

HOSTINE, Bessie
(nee Tennant)
Passed away peacefully with family at her side on January 26, 2013 at 82 years of age. Beloved wife of the late Raymond W. Hostine (1985). Dear mother of Jim, Ruth-Ann and Ron (Patty). Treasured grandmother of Martin. Sister of Rheta Steveson and late husband Rex. Predeceased by brothers Clair Tennant (May) and Gerald Tennant (Helen). Dearest sister-in-law of the late Murray Hostine (Margaret), the late Morley Hostine (Patricia), Jean Bell (late Donald). Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Bessie is resting at the
Kennedy Funeral Home Ltd.
(519-776-7378)
128 Talbot St. North Essex
on from Tuesday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday 11 a.m. Interment to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery, Leamington. Donations may be made to Essex Foodbank or Essex Community Services. You may send condolences on Bessie's Tribute Wall at www.kennedyfh.com.

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January 29, 2013

Dave Kigar

Ruth-Ann, Ron and Jim,
My deepest sympathy on your loss. I can tell that she was a great mother and we know that she raised terrific kids.

January 29, 2013

Shelley Everett

Our hearts are with all of you at this very difficult time...xoxo...

January 29, 2013

Bob Bryden

Ron, sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathy is with you and your family.

January 28, 2013

anna bondy

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 28, 2013

Kevin and Carol Neels

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family Ron. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

January 28, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 28, 2013

Lorri Trowbridge-Voy

I'm so sorry for your loss Ruth Ann. My thoughts are with you and your family. May you soon be filled with the wonderful memories you have with your Mom.

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