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Ellen “Dolly” Christine Dormer (nee Wade)

June 28, 2021 By Egan Funeral Home 23 Condolences

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Peacefully at Matthew’s Hospice, Alliston on Saturday, June 26, 2021, Ellen Dormer, at the age of 93 years, beloved wife of the late Richard Dormer.  Loving mother of David Patrick Dormer and his wife Gail Morrison, Paul Thomas (deceased), Anthony (Tony) Benedict and his wife Cindi Dormer, Kevin Richard Dormer, and Brian James Dormer.  Cherished grandmother of Chelsea and Kelly.  Dear sister of Cathleen, Claire, and Eamon. 

Private memorial service will be held at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213).  Private family interment Laurel Hill Cemetery, Bolton. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Stevenson Memorial Hospital, Alliston or Matthews House Hospice, Alliston.

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  1. Sharon Reeves-Ransom

    June 28, 2021 at 3:59 pm

    I would like to offer the heartfelt condolences of the Reeves family. We are so incredibly sorry for your loss. Mrs. Dormer was one of the loveliest people we have ever had the pleasure to know. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  2. Deb Malevris

    June 28, 2021 at 4:27 pm

    It was a gift to know Ellen, one of the community’s finest!
    Sincere condolences!

  3. Audrey Dormer

    June 28, 2021 at 4:35 pm

    To Pat, Tony, Kevin and Brian, so very sorry to hear of dear Dolly’s passing, thinking of you all at this sad time.

  4. Kathy Clarkson

    June 28, 2021 at 5:49 pm

    My Sincere Condolences to Pat, Gail and Brian.
    God bless
    Kathy and Derek Clarkson

  5. Nancy Watson

    June 28, 2021 at 8:28 pm

    Tony and Cindi, we remember meeting Ellen several years ago at a Thursday afternoon dance at Bolton, it was always a pleasure to see her there each week and chat with her, she was such a pleasant lady. Our sincere condolences to you and all your family. Bill and Nancy.

  6. Kathy Jones

    June 28, 2021 at 9:13 pm

    Pat and Family.

    Wow 93! My condolences to all of you. My best to all of you.

  7. Cam Lindsey

    June 29, 2021 at 5:32 am

    To the Dormer Family….. So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. May pleasant memories ease this difficult time. Condolences to all of you.

  8. David & Trish Dormer Ashbourne Co Meath Ireland

    June 29, 2021 at 9:13 am

    Thinking of all the family at this sad time, Rest in Peace Dolly.

  9. Claire Moran

    June 29, 2021 at 11:34 am

    Thinking of you all at this sad time, and sending my sympathy to the whole family. May my sister Dolly rest in heavenly peace. God bless, from Claire.

  10. Denise Newhouser

    June 29, 2021 at 11:49 am

    She was a lovely lady and I feel blessed to have had her as my aunt. May she rest in peace.
    Sending you my love Aunt Dolly, from your … (I can still hear her voice saying this and we would both have a little giggle) niece, Denise.
    Our sincere sympathy to all of you in the family.
    Denise and Mike Newhouser

  11. Catherine Moran

    June 29, 2021 at 11:49 am

    To Pat, Anthony, Kevin and Brian

    Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Aunt Dolly will be fondly remembered in our hearts. Wishing you strength and comfort through this difficult time.

    Rest in Peace Dolly.

    Catherine, Edward, Lauren and Nicholas Luciani

  12. Mike Moran

    June 29, 2021 at 5:42 pm

    Sending our condolences and prayers to the Dormer Family. Very sad news of the death of your special and kind hearted mom.

    A mother is with us always, first in her lifetime, then forever in our hearts.

    Aunt Dolly you will be missed.

    Love always, Mike,Dorothy,James,Ryan and Jessica Moran

  13. Norma Tenaglia

    June 29, 2021 at 7:32 pm

    Dear Patrick, Tony, Keith and Brian,
    We are so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She was a lovely lady and such a kind neighbour. We will never forget her generosity towards us. Ellen always greeted us with a smile and a friendly chat. We have fond memories of spending time with Ellen and Richard.
    Our deepest condolences,
    Mark, and Norma Tenaglia.

  14. Bill Holmes / Style Automotive

    June 29, 2021 at 9:39 pm

    Pat , Gail And The Dormer Family. You Have Our Deepest Condolences At This Difficult Time. May She Rest In Peace. Stay Safe My Friends! Bill And Staff

  15. M +M Moody

    June 30, 2021 at 6:30 am

    Sympathy to all the Dormer family and Claire at the sad loss of your mother and sister.
    We have fond memories over the years of happy times spent at the Dormer cottages during our trips to Canada from England.
    Michael + Mary Moody

  16. The Moran Family, Roscommon Town, Ireland

    June 30, 2021 at 9:25 am

    To the Dormer Family and Claire.
    We are sorry to hear of Dolly’s passing.
    Condolences to you all at this time.
    May she Rest in Peace.
    The Moran Family.

  17. Micheál Burke

    June 30, 2021 at 10:57 am

    Sincere condolences on the passing of aunt Dolly. I will always cherish the long visits she made home to Ireland during the 80’s
    Micheál.

  18. Rita Boscaglia

    July 1, 2021 at 12:50 pm

    Dolly was quite the lady!! A pleasure of having known her May she rest in peace

  19. jeff

    July 2, 2021 at 10:34 am

    jeff so sad pat and gail

  20. Mary (Murphy) Doyle and family

    July 2, 2021 at 5:13 pm

    May we send our deepest sympathies to all the Dormer family and to Dolly’s sister Claire and brother in law Tom. May she rest in peace.

  21. Mary Murphy Doyle

    July 2, 2021 at 5:46 pm

    Sincere condolences to the Dormer family and to her sister Claire., on Dolly’s passing. I have very fond memories of Dolly both of her visiting Ireland and when I visited her home in Canada. I had the most wonderful, and memorable visit. May Dolly rest in peace.
    Mary Murphy
    Athy, Co. Kildare, Ireland

  22. Deirdre Burke

    July 6, 2021 at 12:23 pm

    Dear Pat, Anthony, Kevin and Brian,

    So so sorry to hear about Aunt Dolly. Our thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time. Lots of cherished memories and wonderful times, both in Ireland and Canada (including a trip she made with Mum to Belfast at the height of the troubles, they had told Dad they were going to Galway!)

    Rest in peace Aunt Dolly

    Deirdre, Peter & family

  23. Mirella

    August 17, 2021 at 10:41 pm

    Rest In Peace Ellen. You will never be forgotten my children especially Joseph he remembers those special hair dos. I will forever remember those good laughs we shared. Your beautiful childhood stories. My deepest condolences to the family.

    Mirella Vari Family

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