Peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Wednesday October 29, 2014 at her home in Alliston. Dorothy Palmer, at the age of 83 years. Beloved wife of the late John “Jack” Quinn. Loving mother of the Ven. Marie and her husband Robert Loewen, Marj and her husband Paul Daniels, Marion and her husband the late Rev. Donald Mills, Marlene and her husband Reid Parr, and John and his wife Suzanne. Remembered with love by her 13 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her brother George Palmer and her sister Marjorie Crow.
Resting at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd. Tottenham 905-936-3477 on Sunday November 2, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral service will be held in Grace Baptist Church (354 Victoria St. E. Alliston ON L9R 1V7, 705-435-5686) on Monday November 3, 2014 at 11am. Interment Alliston Union Cemetery. In Memoriam donations to Gormley Missionary Church (120 Gormley Rd. West, Richmond Hill ON, L4E 1A2, 905-887-5846) would be appreciated by the family.
www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Linda Crawford says
Your mom and I enjoyed lovely visits and shared a love of gospel – and ’50s’ – music.
Her smile seldom failed.
I am so sorry that I wasn’t there to share in your immediate grief and pay my repects for such a beautiful person but I didn’t know, until recently, that she had passed on. Thanks, Marj’, for letting me know.
Take care of yourselves and each other.
Patt and Cyril Hayward. says
Marg so sorry to hear about your Mom,s passing, she was a wonderful lady and always so friendly.Our love and prayers to you , Paul and the family.
Lyne & Terry Way-White says
Revd Marie, our thoughts are with you and your family on this difficult day. Thinking of you.
Lise Ritter says
Marie, Rob, family and friends – You are all in my heart, thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Marie, your mother is in a good place in our Father’s loving arms, but there is still a sadness in no longer having her presence on this earth. Big bear hugs to you and family.
Bryan Harris says
Bryan, Jose and June would like to express our sympathies for your loss, but also to share in the joy as you celebrate your Mom’s life. Knowing, from talking with you, Marie, how prepared tour Mom was for this moment in time, takes the sadness out of dying.
Bob & Elsie Black says
Ven. Marie and family- you are in our thoughts and prayers Bob and Elsie
Jill and Colin Dennis says
To Rev. Marie and all your Family — May you be blessed with comfort and peace as you mourn the loss of your mother and grandmother. With our most sincere sympathy – Jill & Colin
Valerie Hogg says
My thoughts and Prayers are with you Marie and Rob and Family at this sad time!! Big Hugs and kisses to all of u.
Hazel Courtney says
Marion, I never met your Mom but if she was as generous and loving as you are, I know she must have been a wonderful Mom. My sincere sympathies in your deep loss. She is resting at peace with Jesus!
Joanne Bale says
I never had the privilege of having met your mom, but know that if she was anything like you, Marie, them she must have been one fine, kind, generous, and loving lady. My prayer for you and your family is that God will wrap His arms around each of you and you will find comfort within all who knew and loved your mom.
Andy & Janet Jones says
My best memories of Dorothy always have to do with hospitality – good food, welcoming smile, kind attention. Our good times working together with all the family in founding Beverley Acres Missionary Church will never be forgotten.
Shalom
Chuck and Ellen Vaughan says
We are praying that God will ease your pain and remind you of all the great memories you have together.
Koop Family says
Marie, Marj, Marion, Marlene, John and families.
Our hearts and thoughts are with you all during this time as you mourn the loss of your mother. We have many fond old Banfield memories of your family. We pray that the Lord will comfort and give you strength during these difficult days.
With our deepest sympathy.
Love and prayers. The Koop Family
Carole Valcourt says
To Ven. Marie Loewen and family:
I had the pleasure of meeting your mother and I know heaven just received one of the most special angels. You are a reflection of your mom in the way you treat people with respect and empathy. Not to mention the way you make each person feel loved. My dad, Sylvie and I are so sorry for your loss.
Dawn westcott says
I always enjoyed going to the Water Trough & having leisurely chats with your mom. She was always so kind and friendly, as well as was Jack. I even met up with her at Curves many years ago. May Dorothy and Jack continue their love and friendship now in heaven.
Pat Bender says
To Marion and family:
Sorry to hear about your mom. May the memories live on in your heart. May God’s peace bring you comfort.
Carol Weicker says
Marion and family.
My sincere condolences to you on the passing of your Mom. May God comfort you with His peace that passes all understanding!
Kevin and Norma Cooper says
To Marion and the Mills family: So sorry to hears about your moms passing. May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Praying for you all over this weekend.
Robert Loewen says
We have been privileged to have Dorothy as a mother-in-law, grandmother and great grandmother.
Dorothy was blessed with the constant presence of her four daughters the last several weeks and entered into the hands of her Lord with the comforting prayers of her eldest daughter Reverand Marie. Dorothy will be missed by all who loved her.
Bob and Donna Grove says
Our thoughts are with you both. Your mom was a special lady and will be missed. She had a winning smile and wonderful sense of humor. Marj I know you will miss the hours you have spent with your mom but you will always have those memories. Love to you both.
Nora Ross says
So sorry for your loss Marg, I had
No idea when I saw you today that
Your Mom was with the Lord. She was a great woman. God bless
Love Nora
Bonnie Knoll says
To the family: Deepest sympathy as you mourn the loss of Dorothy. May warm and tender memories sustain, comfort and keep you till you see her again. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Bonnie Knoll.
Ian Witherspoon says
Dear Marg and Paul and Family…
Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss.
God Bless you all.
Ian and Vickie
Ashley Gelinas-Kostyc says
My deepest sympathies on the passing of your Mother. Marlene shared many great stories about Dorothy. You are all in my prayers during this time of grieving.
Nancy Santos says
My deepest condolences on the loss of your mother. I’ve heard many great stories about Dorothy from Marlene. Always put a smile on my face. Truly a remarkable lady! Those we love and lose are together with us in heart, forever with us in memory. May she rest and peace.
Antony Schiefer says
Allow me to extend my deepest condolences on the loss of your mother. Losing a parent is one of the biggest losses that can be suffered by anyone. May you find God’s presence with you as you journey through the time of grief.
Debbie says
To my friends: A mother to many more than she birthed. Thank you for sharing her with me – she is a very special lady.
Cathi Span says
Our deepest sympathy to all. (Mom-Gramma Quinn) will be missed dearly. She was a blessing to us all.
Elizabeth McNabb says
Paul and Marj, we are so sorry to hear the loss of your mom. I’m sure she will leave a void in your lives as she will be deeply missed. Much strength to you and your family in the days ahead. our deepest sympathies to all. Rob and Elizabeth
Michelle Pirzas says
sorry to hear – she will be missed and she was a great lady!
Bob and Margaret Mason says
Paul and Marj, Bob and I are very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. She was a grand lady. She is resting in the loving arms of her Saviour, and not suffering in pain. You have our deepest sympathy
Love to you both Bob and Margaret