Cleary: Ann Celia,
It is with great sorrow we announce that Ann Celia Cleary (Dillon) passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on March 19th in her 86th year.
Ann will be greatly missed by her cherished family. She was predeceased by her husband Patrick of 65 years. Ann was a loving mother to Timothy (Susan) and Siobhan (Michael). Adored by her grandchildren Derek, Melanie (Adam), Shannon, Melissa (Kyle), Matthew and step grandchildren Christopher (Jessica), Scott (Stephanie) and Jessica. Ann was also beloved Gigi to Callighan and Step Gigi to William, Keatyn, Stephen, Maya and Cecelia. She was a dear sister-in-law to Josephine and an aunt to numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her father and mother Jack & Elizabeth Dillon and her brother Michael.
Ann was a devoted mother and wife who worked as a medical secretary for close to over 30 years. She was a proud Canadian who maintained her Irish roots with her most recent trip home in October 2024. After years of watching hockey with Pat, she continued to root for the Leafs after he was gone. We will miss our queen, mother, grandma, sister in law, aunt and most importantly our Gigi. Ann wrote her own rules on life and lived life to the fullest. Her smile and laugh will be forever with us.
The family would like to thank the incredible palliative care team through Bayshore and Bethel House for their compassionate care for Ann during this time. A special thanks to Ann’s private care giver Walie, who has and always will have a special place in our hearts.
Visitation will be held at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477 on Tuesday March 25th, 2025 from 5-8pm. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. James Catholic Church, 2118 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, Colgan on Wednesday March 26th, 2025 at 11am. Interment will be held in St. James Cemetery. Reception will follow in the Cliffside Hall at the funeral home. Flower options for those from out of town may be made through Orangeville flowers – www.orangevilleflowers.ca. Or in lieu of flowers, donation in Ann’s memory to the Canadian Lung Association would be appreciated. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.
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Service
Visitation
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham RoadTottenham, Ontario L0G1W0
Tuesday March 25, 2025
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Mass of Christian Burial
St. James Church Colgan
2118 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0
Wednesday March 26, 202511:00am
Waliema says
My deepest condolences to the family❤️
Sending love and Prayers ❤️
Ann I will miss your radiant smile and your beautiful blue eyes! I will forever be grateful and Thankful to be chosen by you❤️R.I,P
Love Walie
David ( Lumpy) Thompson says
My condolenses to Siobhan and family. Wishing you all the best in the days to come. She will walk with you always.
Bridget & Anthony Nother says
Deepest sympathy to Timmy, Siobhan, and family on the passing of their mom, Ann. We enjoyed her friendship for many years and will always remember her kindness and friendly smile. Paddy and Ann visited us in London, with Timmy & Siobhan for many years, and we went to Caledon to spend weekends with them.
They were gracious hosts and will be greatly missed. May Ann RIP
Bridget & Anthony Nother
Peter Smith says
Tim and Sue
Sincere condolences at this time. Your Mom is now reunited with Paddy.
She’s probably catching him up on Tim’s latest transgressions.
Seriously though, your many colleagues and friends at HCAT are thinking of you at this time. Strength, my friend.
TIMOTHY JAMES Cleary says
Ann Cleary RIP – You were a fine Mother, Wife and Aunt,
Lots of Love, Timothy Cleary, Carrick on Suir
Odete says
My deepest sympathies Tim, Sue, Derek and Shannon. The passing of a loved one is never easy. I am thinking and praying for all of you.
Sue Ferreira says
Sue, Tim, Shannon and Derek,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mother and grandmother. May she rest in peace eternally. Sending my love.
Séamus & Emma Trayer says
Our deepest sympathies to Tim, Siobhan and all the Cleary family on the sad passing of their beloved mum Ann. We have so many fond memories of Auntie Ann and Uncle Paddy coming to Ireland and spending time in Cathaganstown over the years. It was great to see her last autumn on her last visit. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May she rest in peace. Séamus, Emma, Kate and James.
Richard Trayer says
Deepest sympathy to all the Cleary family in CANADA on the loss of Ann. As children in Ireland we always looked forward to the visits home of our Uncle Paddy & Auntie Ann. They were a wonderful couple & brought joy, laughter & happiness wherever they went. We will always remember Ann with great warmth & affection.
“Go raibh maith agat as an saol a chaith tú linn.” (“Thank you for the life you shared with us.”)
Love
Richard & Michelle Trayer
Jen and Pete says
We are very sorry for your loss and will miss Ann very much. Love Pete and Jen. ❤️
Krista Lloyd says
My sincere condolences to Ann’s family. She was a lovely person. I worked across the hallway from her at the medical centre and always enjoyed having a chat with her.
Thinking of you all.
Krista Lloyd
Margaret Galati says
Our deepest condolences to the family.
Sending you during these difficult days
Rest in pease Ann.
Margaret Galati
COLLEEN CLEARY says
My sincere condolences to the cleary family and the passing of your mother Ann, it was lovely to see her in Ireland last year, our parents used to speak with such love and fond memories of paddy and Ann and I am sure you will all have beautiful memories of special times you spent together and have them in your heart always May she rest in peace.
Colleen Cleary
Carol Rose says
Dear Tim, Siobhan, Sue and the rest of the Cleary family: our sincere condolences to you all . Our hearts are with you during this difficult time. She was a strong and proud lady and we will hold her memory in our hearts always. Love Carol, Adrien Rose and family.
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My deepest condolences to the Cleary Family and the passing of your mother Ann. She will truly be missed ❤️ May she rest in peace.
Shazz
Ronan Cleary says
Rest in Peace Auntie Ann. A lovely lady. May you be reunited with Paddy. May perpetual light shine upon you for ever. Ronan & Kasia Cleary