Sue ESSELTINE

Of Port Rowan, formerly of Peterborough - passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Victoria Hospital, London on Sunday July 11, 2021 in her 76th year.

Beloved wife of Richard, married on October 9, 1965. Loving mother of Natalee (Michael) Pollard of Tillsonburg. Cherished grandmother of Nicholas, Brandon, Kyle (Breanne), and great grandmother of Caleb and Mason. Survived by her brother Jon Kilmer (Barbara) of Markham.

Predeceased by her parents Norman & Vivian (Fulton) Kilmer and by her brother Richard Kilmer.

Sue was a remarkable woman, dedicated Wife, Mom, Grandma and Friend to so many. She led her life in service of others, always helping out. Over 30 years with Co-Operators Insurance; countless volunteer hours; donating many quilted pieces to women's shelters/cancer care and held many positions with Committee's/Associations. She loved planning and gathering people together. So many friends over the years from all over the world, have passed through her door. Sue lived life to the fullest in all moments and she will be sadly missed by all.

Our family extends sincere gratitude for her care teams under Dr. Bard at Norfolk General, Simcoe and Dr. G. De Rose/ Dr. S. Smith of London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Campus.

Family and friends may call at the Jeffrey W. Glendinning Funeral Home, 36 Front St. Port Rowan on Sunday July 18, 2021 from 1 - 4 PM for visitation - no service will be held. Masks and social distancing required. Sue's Wishes were to have a Celebration of Life which will be held on a future date.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Sue can be made to London Health Sciences Foundation or the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Personal condolences can be posted at www.gffh.ca