Catherine (Kay) Ford (nee Robinson)
Posted By Egan Funeral Home On November 8, 2014 @ 2:18 pm In Bolton Area,Obituaries | 20 Comments
Peacefully at Dufferin Oaks Nursing Home, Shelburne, on Thursday, November 6, 2014. Catherine Elizabeth Robinson was born on December 6, 1928 to William and Ruby Robinson on a rural family farm near the community of Marvelville. Growing up during the Great Depression taught her to be resilient, determined, and to appreciate the simplest things in life. In 1949, she boarded a train for Caledon East to teach at a one-room school. On arrival she changed her name to “Kay” and soon met the love of her life, William Gott. They married and had three children; Stanley and his wife Helen, Richard and his wife Carol, and Albert. When tragedy struck at the death of her husband, Catherine resolved to continue on and returned to teaching. Later she found happiness in her marriage to George Ford where they had two children: John and his wife Jane, Linda Ford and her husband Paul Volk. In her later years Catherine became a proud grandmother to Alister (Tina), Lisa (Grant), William (Clare), Kevin (Tammy), Sean (Stephanie), Ben, Emily, Julia, Michael, Skyler, and proud great-grandmother to Lauren and Harper. She was the oldest of 6 children: Ralph Robinson (deceased), Harold and Peggy Robinson, Orton and Gladys (deceased) Robinson, Ruth and Eddie (deceased) Lewis, Joyce (deceased) and Percy Wiggins. Loving aunt to numerous nieces and nephews. Catherine Ford was a woman of faith who gave tirelessly to her church and community. She played the organ at Caledon East United Church for over 30 years, and was an active member of the UCW, serving as president. Her love for her family and friends was endless. She gave effortlessly and generously to those around her. Her family would like to thank the caring staff at Dufferin Oaks Nursing Home for their expert care and their kindness. Special thanks to Laura Morton.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) Wednesday afternoon 2 – 4 and evening 7 – 9 o’clock.
Funeral service will be held in the chapel on Thursday, November 13 at 2 o’clock.
Interment Caledon East Public Cemetery.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Caledon East United Church Building Fund, 6046 Old Church Road, Caledon East L7C 1H8 or a charity of your choice.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Condolences for the family of “Catherine (Kay) Ford (nee Robinson)”
To The Family,
I will always have special memories of Ms. Robinson who was my Grade 1 teacher in the one-room school. My condolences to the family.
Our sincerest condolences to Kay’s wonderful family at this very sad time. We remember the beautiful music we got to enjoy for so many years at Caledon East United. We also remember Kay’s kindness and spunk. She leaves us with many fond memories.
We got to know both Kay and George when our son, Paul met and married their lovely daughter Linda. Since then we have enjoyed their company on many occasions and always felt a warm welcome at their home. We have missed the company of George and our many discussions since he passed away and now we will miss the warmth of Kay as well. God Bless.
So sorry to hear about your mother’s passing. I enjoyed learning about your mother in the staff room over the years. She was a special person. I hope your happy memories of her provide you with some comfort during this difficult time.
Kay was a delightful lady and a very dedicated volunteer with Caledon Meals on Wheels for many years. It was a pleasure to know Kay – she touched so many lives along the way with her generosity and caring. My sincere condolences to her family.
My sincerest condolences to Kay’s family. My memory of Kay from when Linda and I were elementary school was that she was such a sweet loving lady,
John, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. Having just recently lost my Mom, I know how difficult this time is for you and the family. I also know that time allows grief to turn slowly to wonderful memories of good times together.
My condolences, Gloria
Sincere condolences on your loss. Although I don’t believe we ever had the opportunity to meet your Mother she most certainly will be missed by all who knew her.
Linda and Family,
My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time and I send my deepest sympathies at the loss of a beloved mother.
Alina
Dear Linda and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that your grief is shared by so many. Your mom will be sorely missed. Bless you and your wonderful family.
Our thoughts are with you all and your families at this sad time. Kay certainly was a great lady and will be missed. Condolences from Betty Dyce, Mary Dyce, Jean (Dyce) and Don Harper.
It was with deep sadness that I received the news of Kay’s death. She was a wonderful colleague and friend. Her laughter, music, faithfulness, compassion and practical spirit served to make kinder and brighter a sometimes sad world. Her baking always seemed to reach the thresholds of homes touched by loss before I did. Patiently she waited each year for the warmer soil of June in which to plant her garden flowers. What a show they always made! In the strong arms of memory and love she is safely held. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
So sorry Linda to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
I have fond memories of my sister Jane’s wedding shower at Kay and George’s home many years ago now. We had a very warm welcome.
My other favorite memory is of Kay playing piano and singing with Emily, Julia and Michael. That love never dies.
My thoughts are with John, Jane and their children, Emily, Julia and Michael.
Anne
In all the time I had a chance to see Kay be it at Christmas or a family members birthday she always had a warm smile and welcome or a very meaningful Merry Christmas. I wish I could be there to pass on my condolences in person. My thoughts go out to John, Jane, Emily, Julia, Michael and all of John’s brothers and sisters.
I got to know Kay through Duff-Peel Presbyterial UCW and Toronto Conference UCW as she was President of both groups. She was a gracious lady and always had a warm smile. She was very supportive when my turn came to be President.
My thoughts and prayers to the family.
To all of Kay’s children
We were saddened this morning,(Friday,14th) to just now learn of your Mother’s death.
She was a good woman.
Our deepest sympathy to you all. You are in our thoughts
Jack and Dorothy Switzer.
Stanley and Helen
On behalf of Lord Dufferin Centre Retirement Residence I would like to extend my deepest Sympathy Wishes to you and your family. We were blessed to have met your mother and she will always remain in our hearts.
Best Regards,
Tammy Abendroth
Very sorry for your loss she was my grade one teacher, she was a great lady, & will be sadly missed.
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My condolences to the family of Kay….you are thought of in this time of sorrow. She was a lady who was held in high regard for anyone that knew her.