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Jacquelyn PENBERTHY Obituary
(nee SOUTHGATE)
June 10, 1931 - November 27, 2016
Jackie passed away in the loving arms of her family as the result of pancreatic cancer at St. Michael's Hospital. Beloved wife of the late Robert "Bob" (2015). Cherished mother of Lynne (late Andy Ritchie) and Julie. Special mother-in-law and friend of Rick. Devoted grandmother of Nathan (Natalie), Cameron (Carolyn), Leslie (Mark), Joshua and Alexander. Great-Grandmother of Carter and Logan. An east ender all her life, she met Bob at the Balmy Beach Club. Jackie was an avid swimmer and began her career with Scarborough Aquatics, where she met so many people who became lifelong friends. With these friends she engaged in several other passions, including downhill skiing, tennis, golf and bridge. Many thanks to Debbie and Bill Graham of the Birchcliff Heights Ski Club and her many club friends. Her other great passion was travelling with her family and friends. She fulfilled almost all the destinations on her bucket list. Her travels with her Kaegudeck travellers were many and varied. A special thank you to Catherine and Harry Steele, who made there forays on the east coast particularly memorable. Jackie lived in the same home for 60 years, sustained by her relationship with neighbours past and present. Many Thanks. Above all, Jackie was an amazing grandmother, who loved to share her passions with her 5 grandchildren. She taught them how to swim and play at the family cottage on Crystal Lake, she encouraged them in sport, life, and attended as many events as possible with all of them. A heartfelt thank you to Doctors Rockman, Kortan, Headley, Hannon, Simpson, Ailon and also the staff at St. Michael's Hospital, especially Mary Allen. Thank you to CCAC, Paula and Nigel. A Celebration of Life will be held at the JERRETT FUNERAL HOME, 660 Kennedy Road, Scarborough, on Friday, December 2, 2016 from 3-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in memoriam may be made to a charity of choice. Online condolences may be left at
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Memories and Condolences
for Jacquelyn PENBERTHY
27 Entries
Barbara Muirhead
December 4, 2016
Lynne, Nathan, Josh, Alex and Julie, Rick, Cameron and Leslie.
Jackie was a unique and special person and I was so pleased to have her as a close friend. She inspired me through difficult times and I will miss her so much especially on the ski hills and the golf course and in many other numerous ways. She was truly one of a kind.
December 3, 2016
Jackie was my head instructor in the Grade 3 Learn To Swim at Porter Pool. Lynne, I'm so sorry to hear about Jackie's passing. Your mom was always so friendly when I came to visit you at your home on Linton.
Nancy Cameron-Oates
Debbie McLean
December 2, 2016
Julie, Rick, Lynne and families.....so sorry to learn of your Mom's passing. I will always remember Jackie's smile and wonderful sense of humour. Your Mom's memory will live on in your heart forever.
Deepest Sympathy.......Debbie McLean (Bobcaygeon,).
December 2, 2016
From Donna hall. From our golf group.
I shall always remember Jackie as as true and loyal friend.
She was a terrific golfer and I used to say, "I want to be like you when I grow up" I shall miss her. Love Donna Hall
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Katherine Searway
December 2, 2016
Very sorry to hear about the passing of Jackie. I knew her through friends and her daughter Lynne. Jackie came to me for esthetic services and I was always amazed at how she kept so fit and still was skiing in her 80's. She always had a lovely smile and was easy to talk to. My condolences to all her family at this difficult time.
Renate Hauswirth
December 2, 2016
To Julie Rick and family my condolences to you,Jackie was wonderful and I will miss here.
Nancy Wilson
December 2, 2016
I had the pleasure of golfing with Jackie at Mill Run.Her positive attitude and zest for live were remarkable.
Sheryl & Ron Ferguson
December 2, 2016
Julie, Rick & families, we are so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. You're in our thoughts during this time of loss.
Carol Wilson
December 2, 2016
Lynne and Cameron, I'm truly sorry to learn of your loss. My condolences to you and your families.
Laura Bradbury
December 2, 2016
Many fond memories of Mrs Penberthy. A wonderful and energetic woman with great spirit and zest for life xo
Brenda Wallace
December 1, 2016
Julie, Rick, Lynne and families,
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your lovely mom. She was such a sweetheart, always with a beautiful smile and the best sense of humour. Keep her warm smile in your heart to cherish forever.
Love Brenda and Brady
Mary-Anne Draffin
November 30, 2016
Jackie certainly was a role model to all who knew her. She was so actively and joyfully engaged in life. We can only hope to do as well! She will be missed, both on the ski hill and at the pool, but she has left many wonderful memories.
Lee-Anne Goodman
November 30, 2016
My deepest condolences to the Penberthys. Jackie was such a sweetheart, one of my favourite friends of my mother's. Funny and sweet; I loved her laugh. Hope she, Carol and Bob (and maybe Jack if he's allowed?) are having some more laughs right now.
Lynn Magee
November 30, 2016
Jackie was an amazing lady. Full of life, always fun, always fair, always genuine,
a rare pearl. I feel privileged to have known such as great lady.
Brenda Tryon
November 30, 2016
So sorry to hear of the passing of such a vibrant, involved woman. I have great memories of swimming at Porter pool, helping her coach swimming with my friend Lynne. Was a pleasure to catch up with her at Malvern's reunion a few years ago. Life well lived!
Marilyn Green
November 30, 2016
Jackie was one of my favourite relatives. I will really miss her. What a great lady!
Paul Magee
November 30, 2016
So Sorry to hear of Jackie`s passing!She was a great Lady, who all City of Scarborough Lifeguards and Instructor`s will surely miss!
November 30, 2016
Jackie "seized the day" with more gusto than anyone I know. Things were never dull when Jackie was present. I will miss her. Joan Latimer
Sarah Allen
November 30, 2016
Cameron, the one time I met your grandma she literally crashed into me, she seemed like the nicest, kindest person, the most gentle of souls, hold on to the many wonderful memories you must have, my thoughts are with you and yours.
Kathy Blair
November 30, 2016
Linton Avenue will not be the same without Jackie! When we moved to the street nearly 20 years ago, Jackie was a welcoming beacon, always greeting us with a smile and happy to share stories about the neighbourhood and local schools.
Jackie had to be the youngest, fittest, most active 80-something we have ever known, constantly taking off with friends to golf, ski, head to the cottage. On winter days when we would be in the street trying to clear the ice clogging the road, Jackie would be right there alongside us with her shovel. She also took a deep and educated interest in her community and we regularly ran into her at local community meetings.
We'll always remember the last of our neighbourhood pot lucks this past summer when Jackie made us all laugh as she talked of her impatience listening to older people complain about their ailments. She was not one to indulge in self-pity when there was so much life to be lived.
Jackie was an inspirational example of a life well and fully lived and we will greatly miss her presence on our street. We extend our deepest sympathies to her family and friends.
Kathy Blair, Jim Bird and family
Will Graber
November 29, 2016
Julie and Lynn, my sincerest condolences. Your mum was a great influence, guiding me from Grade 9 onward at Porter Pool, with Lorna Ballagh (sp) to moving on to being a lifeguard and instructor. She was a great lady, funny and joking, a great sense of humour and always supportive.
Will Graber
Leigh Balgopal
November 29, 2016
Lynne and Cameron, our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Jason and I are so sorry for your loss. Our condolences to your families.
Carole Stimmell
November 29, 2016
Lynne and Cameron, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences to you and your families.
Michael Adams
November 29, 2016
Lynne, please accept my condolences and best wishes to you and your family at this sad time.
Michael Adams
Leanne Rapley
November 29, 2016
Dearest Lynne and Cameron and all of your families. I am so very sorry for your loss of Jackie. She was an amazing woman whose positive energy and zest for wringing every bit of life out of every minute of life strikes me as an inspiration to everyone who knew her. I feel honoured to have known your Mom and Grandma.
Patti Roche
November 28, 2016
Julie, our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. May you all hold onto your wonderful memories and the blessing of family always.
Blessings,
Patti and Mel Roche
David Bass
November 28, 2016
Dear Lynne and Julie:
Christine and I were sad to hear about your mom's passing. Please accept our sincere condolences. I feel like a piece of me has gone since I knew "Mrs. Penberthy" my whole life. Linton Avenue won't be the same. We'll choose to remember the many good laughs we had with her over the years. I'd probably still be stuck in Junior at Blantyre Pool if she hadn't taken the extra time to teach me proper strokes.
Warm condolences,
Dave.
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