Eleanor Wilson Obituary
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Chris Tucker
April 7, 2019
A day doesnt go by when I dont think of Ellie especially when Im getting ready for bed and tired. There she is on my shoulder telling me to remove my eye makeup.
I also remember that NYE at BYC when Donnie was the NYE baby. I wasnt impressed with my husband especially when he discovered his wallet was taken out of his pants while dressed in the diaper. The band announced this happened and it appeared with nothing taken.
Thank you to whomever did the right thing.
Lots of great memories of Ellie over the years. With loads of love my very special friend. Thanks for the memories
April 11, 2012
I still feel the love of Ellie. I think of her laughter, her joy and her warmth. Eleanor will always be a presence in my life and I will forever feel her blessing in my heart.
My thoughts go out to you David and your family today and always.
DD Kelly, (Margaret) Aylmer, Quebec
April 10, 2012
Dear David, Janet and Jennifer and family. A day hasn't gone by when I haven't thought of Ellie and the wonderful moments we shared. Ellie was so loved by her family and friends. She will carry on in our hearts forever. Love Chris
April 10, 2012
David, janet and jennifer, so many thoughts today of the year that has passed without my darling Eleanor, I just am so glad she was part of my life, love to you all, joan
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April 9, 2012
2011 was a year of loss. I have thought so much about Eleanor, David, Janet and Jen and how we met. Eleanor had just had Janet and I had Cary-Lee when we met in the park next to our apartment. David and Gerry became "football" budies. We both delivered our next girls, Jennifer and Remmick just a short time apart. I love remembering those great times here in Kingston where you would camp each summer. The years passed and Jen and Remmick took off backpacking. Eleanor and I spent many an hour talking and worrying about the girls as they traveled throughout Israel and Eygpt. So many memories, all good even nursing David and Gerry after broken ankles. What a wonderful friend (even thought we lost touch for a bit)great sense of humour, style and grace. Thanks for the memories. love Gerry and Charlotte.
April 8, 2012
Hi, I have thought of Eleanor often over the pat year. And you, as well. I know it has to have been a difficult year for you. Hopefully the passing of time has lessened the pain a little and happy memories replace the sad ones.
Linda Levesque Coverdale
Paula McAleer
May 4, 2011
Jenn, Janet and Mr. Wilson,
Words can't express the sadness I feel today having just heard the news about your mom. I will fondly remember her beautiful smiling face and the "catch-up" chats we would have when I bumped into her at the mall. She we one of a kind. There is another super shiny star in the sky now...shining down just for you...the family she loved so much!
Much Love,
Mac
May 3, 2011
Sunny times in Florida
May 3, 2011
Janet Wilson
April 26, 2011
Thanks everyone for your lovely messages and taking the time to tell us about your connection with Ellie. We'll miss her the rest of our lives. She'll always be the belle of the ball - the girl from Belfast city.
Love you, Mom
Janet & Jennifer xoxo
Angie Semple
April 19, 2011
I was jolted by shocking news tonight to learn of the passing of a generous,beautiful,passionate and exciting dear friend. We spent many years laughing together and sharing stories, and although we may have seen less of each other over the last few years when we did we were guaranteed a laugh and an embrace. Eleanor is all things everyone has described, as each of you know, and all of us have been blessed to have this extraordinary individual touch our lives. I wish each of you the fondest, happiest and best memories and despite the tears there eventually will be more smiles and that was one of Eleanors great gifts, laughter!
Linda
April 19, 2011
To David and your lovely daughters
Its was with great sadness that we learnt of Eleanor's death, but as everyone has remarked she has left such wonderful happy memories. I remember her style and energy and Brian remembers her as 'the bashful one'! Was it possible to get a photo without Ellie May getting centre stage?
Our thoughts are with you.
Linda & Brian Northern Ireland
Gina Parkhouse
April 18, 2011
David, Janet and Jennifer,
I was so saddened to hear of Eleanor's passing. Memories of a Grand Lady indeed! From meeting at the Queensview for our "spandex workouts" 28 years ago, and so proud to have "her daughters" coming to workout with her as the years went on, to watching her and David model for local shows, ("what a handsome couple" people would say) , then rekindling with Eleanor at the cosmetic counters around Ottawa. Always a smile always a pleasure.
Big Hugs,
Morag Salt
April 17, 2011
I extend my sincere sympathies to David and all in Eleanor's family. I did not hear about the celebration of her life reception until it was to late to attend. I first met Eleanor when I worked with Estee Lauder at the old Eaton's in Bayshore, later in fragrances at Rideau and Sear's Carlingwood. I remember good times socialising at get togethers with fragrance girls. Having a father that hailed from Belfast, we could chat and also understand how things used to be in N. Ireland in years past. I am glad that one of the last times we were together I took some photos, where she was happy and smiling. Eleanor was a great
girl in all ways, and she will be missed. Keep your memories of her close to your hearts and she will always be with you.
Heidi Maglaras
April 17, 2011
Dear Janet,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. May you keep your mothers memory close to your heart. Sorry for your loss.
Madeline Monsour
April 17, 2011
Dear David and family,
My sincere and deepest sympathies to you all. What a great loss. It's hard to believe that I will not see Eleanor's beautiful face, smile and her hugs whenever I walked in to Sears, the Bay and lastly at BYC.
I remember when we first met at the Greenway Glen squash club, Queensview, the golf & tennis in Kanata and weekend trips to Calabogie and Lake Placid, N.Y. Always fun and laughter. Eleanor loved people and is loved by everyone who knew her.
May God Bless her soul and Bless you all with good health, peace and great memories. I will miss you dear Ellie. xxoo
Remmick McCready
April 17, 2011
Jennifer and Janet, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will remember your Mom as a beautiful vivacious woman, with a laugh and smile to light up any room. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Many hugs...
Linda Coverdale
April 16, 2011
Warm hellos to the family, you'll remember me as Linda Levesque. I remember Eleanor from back about 30 years when we first joined Queensview. She always struck me as a lady of class. Hello Dave, Jennifer, and the rest of the family. So very sorry to hear about this. Paul told me. Hugs, Linda
Liz, Andrew and Kya Kavalersky
April 16, 2011
Although we didn't know Eleanor well, she will be fondly remembered.Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
shannon deegan
April 16, 2011
Ellie was a delightful woman. My deepest condolences.
Cary-Lee Carter
April 16, 2011
We are thinking of you all and wishing you a time of joyful celebration on Eleanor's life. God bless you all with peace and wonderful memories. Cary-Lee (McCready) Carter
Elizabeth Strom
April 16, 2011
I loved Eleanor so much. I have so many precious memories full of laughs and hugs. My sympathies are with you all today. Much love.
Judy and Don Belanger
April 16, 2011
David, Janet, Jennifer and Family:
We are so sorry for your loss. Ellie was a wonderful person who was always laughing and smiling. She will be missed.
Love
Judy and Don
Andrea Nicholls
April 16, 2011
David, Janet and Jennifer
We are so sorry to hear of Eleanor's passing. I have many memories from our family outings many years ago, cycling downtown every Sunday, Canoe Club and fun times more recently at the Yacht Club. She was a beautiful woman, full of life and a wonderful heart. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Take Care
Andrea, Theo and Maier
Andrea Nicholls
April 16, 2011
David, Janet and Jennifer
We are so sorry to hear of Eleanor's passing. I have many memories from our family outings many years ago, cycling downtown every Sunday, Canoe Club and fun times more recently at the Yacht Club. She was a beautiful woman, full of life and a wonderful heart. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Take Care
Andrea, Theo and Maier
April 16, 2011
David and all the family, what great memories we have of teen years in Belfast. Later fun in Lough Erne, Bangor and Portugal. Thank God for our recent holiday together in Florida in 2010. I will miss you forever, my darling girl. love to you all,
Joan and Mick
April 15, 2011
David and family
our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. We have some great mrmories of all the great holidays we had in Canada Portugal and Lough Erne Northern Ireland with all the Girls she was always the life and soul of all the parties how we enjoyed all the fun. We will miss her so much.
Valerie and Brian
April 15, 2011
David, So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and condolences are with you and your family. With love, Jill Levy
April 15, 2011
Janet, Logan and family, We are very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. It was always wonderful to see your mother at the rinks or at the soccer fields. Her smile and personnality will be remembered by us all. Our thoughts and love are with you all during this difficult time.
Maxime, Eric, Kevin and Josée
April 15, 2011
Dear David, Janet and Jennifer,
I am so sorry to hear of Eleanor's death, I've known Eleanor for 29 years, we worked side by side for a couple of years, and became friends, I used to call her my Irish friend, she was always the life of the party, always enjoyed her company at my house. The last time I talked to her was February, she sounds so positive.
Eleanor I will miss you.
You french friend Louise
Josée, Brad & Meghan Davis
April 15, 2011
Dear David & family,
It was with great sadness that we have learned of Elie's passing. We have many lovely memories of her and will cherish them forever. She was a beautiful person, always smilling, always happy and you should all be so proud to have had a wife and mother who loved her family so much.
Our love and prayers are with you!
Deepest sympathy,
Chris & Don Tucker
April 15, 2011
Dear David, Janet, Jennifer & Family:
For once I am at a loss for words. Our dear Ellie will remain in our hearts forever. We always enjoyed the times we spent together in our homes, at the cottage and at BYC. Ellie lived life to the fullest and was wonderful to be with. There was always laughter and happiness. Your notice said it all. Ellie is now at peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love
Chris & Don
Brenda Staples
April 14, 2011
Dear Janet, Mr. Wilson, Jennifer and family:
What a beautifully written obituary that captures the essence of your beloved mother. She was delightful to socialize with and no doubt, she will be dearly missed by you all. Please accept my sincere condolences during this very difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Brenda
April 14, 2011
Dave, Janet & Jennifer - we were so sorry to hear of Eleanor's passing. We fondly remember our days in Ft. Churchill and especially at the CVC teachers reunion only a few short years ago. Wish we could be there to celebrate her life. She was a wonderful lady. Our love and prayers are with you at this sad and difficult time. The Gill's
Deb Gill
April 14, 2011
Dave, Janet & Jennifer - we were so shocked to learn of Eleanor's passing - we remember with fond memories our time in Ft. Churchill and especially at the CVC teachers reunion in Calgary a few years ago. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Wish we could be there to help you celebrate Eleanor's life - she was such a special person.
Gerry, Deb, Pat (Chychul), Barb (Smereka), Heather, Cherri (Delmage) & John Gill
Robert and Wanda Kyte
April 14, 2011
Dear, Janet and family,
We were very saddened to hear the news of your mother's passing.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Chase Harris
April 14, 2011
David, Jennifer and Janet - it was with great sadness that I heard about Eleanor's passing. Although it's been many years, I will always remember her as a beautiful, kind and caring person. My heart goes out to you all.
Anna Monteduro
April 14, 2011
David, Janet and Jennifer and families
I first met Eleanor when I worked at Holt Renfrew many years ago and always looked for her everytime I went to The Bay. I truely thought Eleanor was an amazing woman inside and out.
I was saddend to hear about her illness and passing. I will always remember her.
My sincere heartfelt sympathy
Anna
April 14, 2011
David, Janet and Jennifer,
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Eleanor's passing. She was a beautiful
person inside and out. Fond memories are shared from our "modelling" days.
Our hearts and thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
With sincere sympathies,
Julia and Bob Hepburn
Kelowna, B.C.
Garey Ris
April 14, 2011
Janet, Jennifer and Logan — Treasure the wonderful memories you have of Ellie, a wonderful, vibrant woman with a warm heart and splendid, outgoing personality. Embrace her memory, and know that you'll see her in Heaven.
Dave & Jenny Thomas
April 14, 2011
David,
We are very sorry to hear this news. Our sympathy goes out to you and the girls.
Alena deMeulles
April 14, 2011
My deepest sympathies to the family with the loss of a vivacious sparkling woman that I had the pleasure to associate with on many occasions. She will surely be missed. I've known her from Eaton's, The Bay, Sears and many friendly functions.
Monica Emery
April 14, 2011
Very sorry to hear about Eleanor's passing. I worked with her in cosmetics at Sears and really admired and respected her. I will always remember her style and great personality.
Brendan and Katie Deegan
April 14, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to you David, and to all your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. May you take comfort in the happy memories you have shared with Eleanor.
April 14, 2011
Janet, Logan and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. The few times we met your mom, she was a gracious women who lit up the room. Our thoughts are with you.
Jane Hadden and Larry Moody
Heather Kirk
April 14, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Eleanor as such a wonderful woman - full of grace and charm and warmth; all qualities reflected just as wonderfully in her daughters. I know there will be sorrow at this time but I hope you can also find joy in your memories and peace knowing she will always be with you but is now without pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jan Bethune
April 14, 2011
I was part of the old Queensview crowd and I am so sorry to hear this sad news. My thoughts and prayers for Eleanor's family and friends.
Patricia Henshaw
April 13, 2011
Sincere sympathy to my brother David and nieces Janet and Jennifer (and their families). I will cherish over 46 years of wonderful memories, love and friendship with our beloved Eleanor, who will be greatly missed in Canada, Northern Ireland and Scotland by all family members and friends.
April 13, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.I always stopped by to chat with your mom at work and considered her a good friend.I was deeply saddened to see the notice in the citizen today.May you take comfort in the memories you have made. Dorothea Fournier ottawa ont.
April 13, 2011
David and family,
We are saddened to hear of Eleanor's passing. She was such as wonderful, gracious and gentle woman. She was beautiful both inside and out. Hope your fond memories will help you all through this most difficult time.
Debbie and Pierre ( BYC)
April 13, 2011
With great sadness we hear of your loss today. We are in Sydney Australia. We hope to be back in time to join with you in the memorial to dear Ellie. With all our love Liz & Les
New Years Eve 1994 with "Baby New Year"
Sonia Robb
April 13, 2011
We have such heavy hearts, especially over not being there with all of you at this very sad time. Dear darling David how we miss all of you. Ellie was one in a Million! We're all so lucky to have known her and loved her!!
John, Sonia, Andrew, Nick Robb
Eileen Fennell
April 13, 2011
I am sad to hear of Eleanor's passing,but she fought a great fight. I had the pleasure of working with Eleanor during my years as a fragrance demo in the Baie and Sears, I also worked closer with her as a Beauty Advisor for Elizabeth Arden. She was a true lady with lots of spunk, great fun at parties.
I pray for her family and loved ones,Eleanor's suffering is over and her quick wit and smile a joy to remember. Eileen Fennell
April 13, 2011
I had the opportunity and the privilege to work with Eleanor.We work together in cosmetics.It was such a pleasure working with her,she inspired me with her grace and elegance. I will miss her.My prayers and thoughts are with her loving family.
Helene Ethier,Gatineau
Marian Marshall-Hardy
April 13, 2011
I am so sad to hear of Eleanor's passing, we worked together over the years and became friends and bonded over our love of animals and Van Morrison. Eleanor was a one of a kind beauty inside and out and will forever be in my heart.David and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you on this saddest of days.
Kevin Dickey
April 13, 2011
Our thoughts are with you guys.
Kevin, Tara and Brett Dickey
April 13, 2011
David, Janet, Jennifer and family;
Some people just pass through our lives; others make a difference. "Ellie" was one who I'll never forget. I feel so blessed to have spoken with her over the last few months, something we'd not done in a long time. She was still the funny, positive and gracious lady she always was.
May you all find comfort in wonderful memories of a cherished wife, mother and grandmother
Charlotte McCready Kingston
Laurie
April 13, 2011
We only knew Eleanor for a short time but we remember her fondly.
Tilly Meranger
April 13, 2011
Elenor was all class...I enjoyed working with her and have many great memories of laughing together. I feel so fortunate to have known her.
Jeanne Hayward
April 13, 2011
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I worked with Eleanor for many years and feel very fortunate to have known her.I will miss her.
Debbie Abfalter
April 13, 2011
I worked and worked out with Elenor on and off for years in the Cosmetic Dept. and Queesview. I met her when I was 20 and she showed me what grace and style was, as she had it all.
My prayers and thoughts are with her loving family whom she was very proud of.
Debbie Abfalter
Michelle Anne
April 13, 2011
I had the opportunity to have met one of the most amazing woman in the world. We met a few years ago working for the cosmetic line Elizabeth Arden. It was such a pleasure working with her, she had grace and elegance. And she will be missed by those who have met her. My prayers go out to her loving family.
April 13, 2011
Janet, Logan and Family - so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was a beautiful gracious women... our thoughts are with you all.
xo
Anne Lindsay and Family
April 13, 2011
Janet, Logan and Family - we are truly sorry for your loss! Your Mom was so beautiful and vibrant... Our thoughts are with you all.
xo Anne Lindsay Brock and Mac Nicol
Rouwaida Rahy
April 13, 2011
To my beautiful butterfly that made her vibrant presence in my life so soft, beautiful and unforgettable.
Ellie, you will always be in my heart.I love you.
David, Jenniffer, Janet and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
lots of love
April 13, 2011
I was so saddened to read of the loss of Ellie. I was a regular client of hers for many years at Elizabeth Arden. She was always cheerful, caring and funny.
She cherished her family and never tired of expressing her love for them all; sharing stories both funny and poignant.
During the illness of my husband and his death 2 years ago Ellie sent me several cards and little "gifts". Even though I was "only" one of her customers she showed me that cared about me and wished me well. She will be greatly missed.
Most sincerely Maryanne Donoghue
Kim, Michel, Benjamin and Isabelle Pilon
April 13, 2011
Janet, David, Jennifer:
We're so sorry to hear of your loss. She will be sorely missed by all of you, your children and family. The 'hood will miss her at the rink and soccer fields cheering on the boys. Our thoughts are with you.
David Clark
April 13, 2011
David, She had a smile that would light up any room, and a laugh to match. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kerry Hayes
April 13, 2011
David and family - I'm heart broken to hear of Ellie's passing. She was a beautiful person inside and out. BYC will not be the same without her - she will be missed by all.
Kerry Hayes
Anna (Richardson) Epp
April 13, 2011
My thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this time. It was always such a pleasure to see Elinor, always so graceful and with her fabulous smile she will be missed by so many.
with Love,
Kelly Shea
April 13, 2011
Janet, Logan and family, I am very sorry to hear of your mother and grandmothers passing. May the memories you have help you through this very difficult time.
Robyn, Wesley (Dudley) and Lila
April 13, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. We will always remember Ellie's beautiful smile, her warmth and her incredible sense of humour.
Margaret Kelly
April 13, 2011
I have never met a woman like you..so vibrant, so vivacious, so beautiful! You made every moment I spent with you a joy. I had the pleasure of being mistaken for your daughter a couple of times.. an honour I will always cherish.
My heart goes out to your beautiful family. How lucky they were to have had you in their lives everyday.
My memories of you will live on.
I love you, sweet Eleanor.
Margaret Kelly
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