Peacefully at Southlake Regional Health Centre, Newmarket, on Saturday, January 26, 2013, Doreen Ella, Schomberg, in her 92nd year, beloved wife of the late Howard Ella. Loving mother of Barbara and the late Wayne Anness, Larry and Diane Ella. Dear grandmother of Cheryl and Steve Santarossa, Amanda and Mike Ferritto, Shannon Ella. Adored great-grandmother of Shauna and Jennifer Santarossa. Dear sister of the late Mary Hostrawser.
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 morning, January 31 at 11 o’clock. Following a reception, interment Riverside Cemetery, Toronto. If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Clare & Mary Hayes
Mrs. Ella was a fine lady and will be greatly missed by her family and her friends in the pony world.
The Hayes family send their condolence.
gladys fieldhouse
Condolences to you and your family Barb.
’70s & 80s, Woodbridge Fair days, where has the time gone, so many changes—life happens.
Erin & Leslie Chillman & Family
Barb, Larry & Family,
We were so sorry to hear of aunt Doreen’s passing. We knew the last few weeks were rough and things happened rather fast. We are so sorry we won’t be with you this week as we are in Nova Scotia. We wanted you to know how much we thought of aunt Doreen and how sweet she always was to us. She was always so thoughtful and kindhearted. We will certainly miss her dearly. Thinking of you all. Love: Erin, Leslie, Aislyn & Thomas
Anne Hilliard (Barnes)
So saddened to hear of the passing of your Mom, and Grandma. Mrs. Ella was a strong, kind hearted woman, a true Matriarch of the Ella Family. The Barnes Family sends their condolences and are thinking of you.
Sincerely,
Anne Hilliard (Barnes) & Family.
Linda Gauslin
Barbara & Larry & Family
My heart aches for you. I’m sorry for your loss, may happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. It is so hard to understand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing you were a special part of such a well-lived life.
My prayers are with you all. Linda Gauslin
Sue Vint
Thinking of all of you at this difficult time. Doreen was a great lady!
Love and prayers to all, Sue
Helen Thomas
Doreen was a wonderful friend for many years to us. Lots of great memories and fun times with the Ella family over the years to help everyone through this time of sorrow. She will be greatly missed.
Love to all, Helen Thomas, Phil Austin and Moree Thomas
Janet McCormack
The definition of “strong” should read …Doreen Ella. She was amazing, even after her previous health issues, she was back in the barn helping out! She always amazed me at her determination and strength! My heart goes out to the family! Love and hugs!
Mary Sheardown
Larry,Barb & family
Sorry to learn of your mom’s passing. She was a nice lady,very friendly . My heart goes out to you all.
Mary Sheardown
Mary Sheardown
Larry,Barb & family
Sorry to learn of your mom’s passing. She was a nice lady,very friendly . My heart goes out to you all.
Mary Sheardown
Alliston
Kristine,Steve,Shawn,Kylie Duncan and Bob,Shannon,and Birgit Bartlett
Larry,Diane,Barb, Cheryl and family:
So sorry to hear of your mother’s death, she will be sorrowfully missed by so many people in the pony world, I remember as a child going to the WoodBridge Fair and always going to Howard and Doreen’s for dinner after with Grandpa,Grandma,Dad,Mom and Bob.
May all of you find comfort in knowing that she really is in a better place.
Love
Kristine,Steve,
Shawn,Kylie Duncan
and Birgit,Bob,and Shannon
Bartlett
Cynthia and Rick
God Bless Doreen. May she be happy and peaceful. She was a great lady and will be sorely missed. I have very fond memories from over the years. Our sincerest sympathies to Barb and Larry.
Love,
Cynthia and Rick
Richard Phillips
Dear Barb, Larry and Dianne and family.
So sorry to hear of your Mothers death. Allan and I hold many happy memories from hours spent at the farm in Woodbridge chatting with your Mom and Dad about horses, horse shows etc. Your Mom’s warmth will be missed.
May you find comfort in all your happy memories of your Mom.
I am sorry I can’t be with you to express my feelings in person, but my thoughts are with you as you celebrate the life of a wonderful Mother and Friend. Thinking of you: Richard Phillips
Rosalyn (Gowland) Cooper
I read of Doreens death in the Toronto Star. Although we were first
cousins I don’t recall ever meeting her or Mary. My parents and sister Dawn (also 92) spoke about the Fewsters.
My sincere sympathy to all your family.
Rosalyn.
April Metcalf
I have very fond memories of Aunt Doreen. I will miss our regular chats on the phone. What a wonderful lady. Love you Aunt Doreen.My sincere sympathies Barb and Larry and their families.
Love April Murray and Family.
Angela (Storey) Schwarz
To Barb,Larry and family:
So sorry to hear of your Mother’s death. She was a good friend and neighbour to our Mother Mildred Storey when they both lived in Nobleton and kept in touch after that.
Our sincere sympathy – Angela, Maureen and Carol