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Janet Mary Dobson (nee Finch)

August 31, 2023 By Egan Funeral Home 68 Condolences

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At Etobicoke General Hospital, on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, Janet Mary Dobson, at the age of 81 years, beloved wife of the late Arthur Robert Dobson.  Devoted mother of Gordon and Jacqui Dobson, Schomberg; Janice and Dave Guzik, Bolton.  Adoring Grandma of Hollie and Oakley Dobson, Nicole and Jennifer Guzik.  Dear sister of Jim and Donilda (deceased) Finch, Spencer and Joan Finch, Margaret and Bill Robertson, Ralph Finch (deceased), Esther and Gary Darlow, Dan and Anne Finch. Fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews.  

The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy. 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) on Friday, September 8 from 5 – 8 o’clock and on Saturday, September 9 from one o’clock until time of memorial service in the chapel at 2 o’clock. 

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  1. Lynda Laceby

    August 31, 2023 at 11:26 am

    My deepest condolences to all the family. Janet and I were friends all through high school and had just re connected about a year ago. So very glad that I had that final chat with her.
    Lynda

  2. Lynn & John Robertson

    August 31, 2023 at 11:26 am

    To the Dobson, Guzik and Finch families – we send our sincere condolences . Janet Mary has been a special friend for so many years. She was always part of our “group” activities. We travelled many times with her and followed her on many shopping expeditions here and on our trips together. She was loved and she will be missed.
    Lynn & John

  3. Caroll Carter

    August 31, 2023 at 11:31 am

    Esther, Gary and the entire Finch Family,
    I was so saddened, and rather shocked to learn of Janet’s passing, just when she was about to embark on a new chapter of her life, one I had hoped she would thoroughly enjoy. Janet had such a remarkable talent in her creation of the most stunning quilts. Hopefully the family members all have been blessed by a gift of at least a small sample, for they are treasures.
    I extend my sympathy to all of the large number of family members, for you have lost someone so special.
    Remember her strengths, her devotion to her family and her smile.
    May she now rest in peace, she deserves it.

  4. Margaret Groombridge

    August 31, 2023 at 12:19 pm

    To the Dobson’s, Guzik and Finch families

    So sad to hear of Janet passing…all our sympathies to you all
    Keep all your memories close to remember the good times

    Earl and Margaret Groombridge

  5. Gord and Mary Read

    August 31, 2023 at 1:24 pm

    We were so saddened to hear of Janet’s passing. We had many good times together when we were neighbours on the corner of 50 highway and Steels Avenue. Our children grew up together. We were good friends as well as neighbours. Janet was such a talented lady. Our sincere sympathies to Gord and Janis and their families.
    She will be truly missed. Gord and Mary Read

  6. Dr. Jeff Loach

    August 31, 2023 at 1:34 pm

    On behalf of the St. Paul’s, Nobleton church family, please accept our sincerest sympathy and prayers that the Lord will bring you comfort and peace in these days. I was glad to get to meet Janet on a couple of occasions after the amalgamation that brought the Caven family to St. Paul’s.

  7. Rosemary Calcagni

    August 31, 2023 at 2:28 pm

    I am saddened to hear of Janet’s passing.
    I remember her as a talented, creative and gentle soul. I sat with her many times at sewing classes and clubs. Her beautiful eyes, stunning smile and kindness will be missed by all who were fortunate to know her.
    Sending condolences and big hugs to her entire family. RIP Janet
    Sincerely Rose Calcagni (a sewing friend)

  8. Beth O’Kelly

    August 31, 2023 at 2:50 pm

    Beth O’Kelly
    I am sad to hear of Janet Mary’s death. I remember her from public school at Strange. Despite being a little older than myself, the Finch family were part of the community. Later on she became a nurse and I followed her into St Joseph’s School of Nursing. I have followed her through FB since then. My thoughts are with you, her family, at this time. Love Beth (Cairns) O’Kelly

  9. Susan and Jason Dow

    August 31, 2023 at 3:51 pm

    Janice, Gord and families,

    We are saddened to hear the sudden passing of Aunt Janet. Thinking of you all through this most difficult time. Cherish the wonderful memories you have and may they help you in the days ahead.

  10. Donna Irvine

    August 31, 2023 at 4:30 pm

    Janet and I became acquaintances 55 years ago today when we both acted as bridesmaids at the marriage between her brother Spencer and my sister Joan. But over the years we developed a fast friendship , became travelling companions and shared the love of quilting. She was an artist in terms of any kind of handwork. To the Dobson, Guzik and Finch families, I share in your deep sadness. We shall truly miss this dear lady.

  11. Bonnie Mactaggart

    August 31, 2023 at 4:34 pm

    Esther, how sad to hear about your sister’s passing. Janet was always so interesting to chat with at Probus meetings and I know she will be missed. Sending condolences to you and Janet’s family at this sad time…

  12. Robert (Bob) and Linda Boak

    August 31, 2023 at 4:36 pm

    Our condolences to the family, From Linda ( Hollingshead) and Robert Boak

  13. Alana finch

    August 31, 2023 at 5:48 pm

    My deepest condolences have so many memories with her

  14. Mary T Peotto

    August 31, 2023 at 6:50 pm

    Am so sorry for your loss. Jan and i nursed together long ago She was a talented artist of crafts , always surprising us with some new idea / project. Fiercely proud of her family too

  15. Monica McGillivray

    August 31, 2023 at 8:01 pm

    My sincere condolences to you Janice and the Finch ; Dobson and Guzik families at this time. I was so sorry to hear about your mother’s passing Janice. All of you are in my prayers.

    Monica

  16. Margaret Asbury

    August 31, 2023 at 8:31 pm

    So sorry to hear of Janet Mary’s passing. We went to school together at Strange. Remember all the family well. She was a member of the Laskay 4-H club and a part of our younger years.
    Margaret Cairns Asbury.

  17. ANN Hucke

    August 31, 2023 at 8:54 pm

    Sincere condolences for Janet’s family…Janet was such an amazing crafter, and a great friend, so many great times with all the gals at York Central Hospital…you will have soooo many wonderful memories to look back on forever and shall forever be in your

  18. Ashley Connell

    August 31, 2023 at 8:56 pm

    My deepest condolences to the Dobson, Finch and Guzik families who are grieving at this terrible time. Janet was a lovely, graceful women who was truly a blessing to be around. She will always be in my heart.

    Love,
    Ashley and the Connell family

  19. Susan Comfort Barton

    August 31, 2023 at 9:14 pm

    I was totally shocked and saddened to hear of Janet’s passing today. We had just sat together at the St. Jo’s Alumni Luncheon in June and then again with our “Cottage Crew” in July. I was the lucky recipient of her beautiful handiwork many times on her visits to the cottage . I so treasure these gifts. We so always enjoyed her wonderful tales of Gordie , Janice and their families. The Grandchildren were the apple of her eye! Janet you will be dearly missed.

  20. Nancy Moffatt (Wood)

    August 31, 2023 at 9:25 pm

    Sincere condolences to the family and friends

  21. Liz Gilchrist

    August 31, 2023 at 9:39 pm

    We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Janet’s passing. She was a fun, spirited woman and we enjoyed getting to know her over the years together at Caven. The whole family is in our thoughts and prayers.
    John and Liz Gilchrist

  22. Anne Stock

    August 31, 2023 at 11:36 pm

    Jan was a wonderful friend and work buddy. She always had an amusing one liner for everything.
    I offer my sincere sympathy to all the family and especially to Gordie and janice,

  23. MurrayStewart

    September 1, 2023 at 9:08 am

    Dear Finch/Dobson Family
    Like others , i was shocked to hear of Janet’s Hospitalization and Passing. It was just four weeks ago I sat with Janet in church at St Paul’s and still find it difficult to accept. May the shock to close Family be eased with the many happy memories upon which you may lean.
    Murray

  24. Jim And Heidi Sant

    September 1, 2023 at 9:22 am

    We are so very sorry to hear about Janets passing.
    Our most sincere condolences to all of Janets family.
    You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  25. Jack and Eleanor Matthews

    September 1, 2023 at 9:31 am

    We send our condolences to Gordy. Janice and your family, the Finch Family and friends.
    I enjoyed many good times, as a child, with cousin Janet Mary at the Finch farm and at my
    parents’ house in Welland.
    Janet lived life to the fullest with her nursing career, being a Mom and Grandma, world
    traveller, expert crafter and friend to so many. She was a remarkable lady I will fondly
    remember.

  26. Bill and Sandy Veysey

    September 1, 2023 at 10:09 am

    Janice, Gord and Families

    We were deeply saddened to hear the passing of Aunt Janet. Our condolences to all of you. We hope the wonderful memories you have made together will help you through this difficult time.

  27. Christine & Billy Adam

    September 1, 2023 at 11:53 am

    We were so very sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Our sincerest condolences to you Janice and to all your family. You are in our thoughts always.

  28. Ellie salamon

    September 1, 2023 at 12:05 pm

    Janice – I’m so very very sorry to hear about you beloved mom. I know how devoted you were to each other and how much fun you had together. Remember those times…..the memories are so precious and will be of great comfort. The laughter is so powerful and will help ease the pain. She wouldn’t want you to hurt!! Be strong but hold on to the happy times….

  29. Deb Carberry

    September 1, 2023 at 6:01 pm

    My condolences to the family….lots of good times working with Jan @ York Central Hospital.

  30. Doreen Forbes

    September 1, 2023 at 6:53 pm

    TO THE FAMILIES OF JANET MARY DOBSON, Our deepest condolences to a dear friend JANET MARY DOBSON Wonderful friends that we shared such great memories from Florida to their cottage, home and church dinners with,your families drop in evening visits. You were the best. love you much Doreen Forbes and family.

  31. Cathy & Jim Van Noort

    September 1, 2023 at 8:21 pm

    Gord & Jacqui, Janice & Dave & families,
    We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Aunt Janet’s passing. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed by all who knew her. Please know we are thinking of you all during this difficult time.
    Love,
    Jim & Cathy
    xoxo

  32. Margaret Sant

    September 1, 2023 at 10:39 pm

    To Jim,Margaret,Spencer,Esther,Dan and families and Dobson family:
    My deepest condolences to you all. She was a lovely person inside and out. She will be greatly missed by family and frie

    nds. I will miss her at our senior functions. Janet Mary may you rest in peace.

  33. Euleta Wright

    September 1, 2023 at 11:14 pm

    To the family of Janet Dobson my condolences. Many fond memories from Caven Church. May God grant you all Peace and Serenity during this difficult time.
    RIP Janet.
    Euleta

  34. Barbara Davis

    September 2, 2023 at 1:48 pm

    TO THE FAMILY OF JANET, I am so sorry to hear of her passing. We first met at York Central Hospital and then realized we were neighbours on Acton Island Muskoka. Janet was always smiling and enjoying life with all her family. Janet was beautiful inside and out. She will be sorely missed. I enjoyed our conversations on Facebook. My love to you all. Barbara Davis.

  35. Paul & Betty Johnston

    September 2, 2023 at 1:54 pm

    Dear Esther & Gary
    Our deepest sympathies in the passing of your sister, Janet. She will be truly missed by all. I’m sure you have many special memories to treasure.

  36. William and Carolyn Hillock

    September 2, 2023 at 7:39 pm

    For All the Finches and the Dobsons,

    So very sorry to hear about Janet Mary
    She will be missed ..Always enjoyed our family/ friend visits
    We appreciated her sense of humour and her cheerful smile .

  37. Donna Stoyan Scott

    September 2, 2023 at 7:50 pm

    My sincerest condolences on the passing of Janet Mary.

  38. Jim Hunter and Family

    September 3, 2023 at 7:26 am

    To Esther, Dan and the Finch Family,

    Sorry to learn of the passing of your sister, Janet Mary.

  39. Cynthia J. Wilson

    September 3, 2023 at 9:56 am

    Dear Esther, Gary and the Darlow Family.
    I was shocked to read the e-mail from Probus re the passing of your sister Janet. I only met Janet a few times at the Book Club. Her warm friendly smile and the beautiful quilt that Janet shared at one of the Book Club meetings, is a memory that will stay with me.
    My deepest sympathies to all of you as you grieve the passing of your sister Janet.

  40. Marnie Nelles

    September 3, 2023 at 5:14 pm

    I was so sorry to hear about Janet’s passing. We had great times at Caven and when she would come for visits to Lindsay. She was so full of life and always up for anything. Her amazing family will be a blessing to each other now. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  41. Bonnie Adams

    September 3, 2023 at 5:15 pm

    So sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Aunt Janet. Cherish your memories & talk about her often to keep her spirit alive. Thinking about you all during these difficult times. Be kind to each other.
    Love ,
    Doug & Bonnie Adams

  42. Bonnie Adams

    September 3, 2023 at 5:23 pm

    We are so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Aunt Janet. Cherish the memories made with her & keep talking about her often to keep her spirit alive. Be kind to each other during these difficult times. Thinking about you all 🙂
    Bonnie & Doug Adams

  43. Judy (Scott) Leeming

    September 3, 2023 at 7:48 pm

    Sincere condolences to the family and friends at this difficult time. May her bright eyes and happy smile be a memory that gives us strength.

  44. Belinda Cunha

    September 3, 2023 at 8:42 pm

    So very sorry to hear this news, Janice. My sincerest condolences to you and your loved ones.

  45. Christine Nelson

    September 4, 2023 at 9:58 am

    To Janet’s family.
    So sorry to hear of Janet’s passing. My sincere condolences. May she rest in peace.

  46. Glen & Debbie Adams

    September 5, 2023 at 2:23 pm

    Gord and Janice,

    We are terribly sorry to hear about the passing of Aunt Janet. Our sincerest condolences to you and your families.

  47. Maureen Martin-Edey

    September 5, 2023 at 2:34 pm

    My sincere condolences go to you, Janice, the girls and your family upon the passing of your dear mom and best friend..always cherish the wonderful times you had together. I’m so happy she got to go camping with you – you have amazing memories to remember to keep you strong and warm. Her spirit will always shine down on you. Healing hugs, Mo

  48. Mary Dove

    September 5, 2023 at 3:07 pm

    Dobson Family: so sorry to hear of Janet’s passing, my sincere condolences to all
    Mary Dove

  49. Mark Huggins

    September 5, 2023 at 3:18 pm

    I am very sorry to hear of the passing of this beautiful person. I didn’t know her well but our encounters were always filled with interesting and good natured discussion. Like others I was surprised by the news as she seemed well when we met recently.
    I’m sure that her arrival in heaven will brighten things there. RIP Janet!

  50. Greg Guzik

    September 6, 2023 at 8:36 am

    Janice – So sorry to hear the news of your Mother passing. We know you were close with her. Please accept our condolences to you, your girls and your family.

    Greg & Heather Guzik

  51. Ken and Phyllis Graydon

    September 6, 2023 at 10:31 am

    We express our sincerest sympathy to the Finch family on the passing of Janet Mary. She was a good friend, & a good person, lots of fun & a real character. We enjoyed many good times through travel & countless get- togethers. Ken & Phyllis Graydon

  52. Harry Hoare

    September 6, 2023 at 10:54 am

    Dear Gord, Jacqui, Hollie and Oakley,

    We are sincerely sorry to hear about the loss of your wonderful Mother and Grandmother. Please accept our condolences during this difficult time.

    Harry and Karen

  53. Vodouris Family

    September 6, 2023 at 2:34 pm

    Dear Gord, Jacqui, Hollie and Oakley

    We are so sorry to hear of your mothers and grandmothers passing.
    Our sincerest condolences to all.

  54. Nancey Adamson

    September 6, 2023 at 3:56 pm

    Our sincerest condolences to you Janice, your girls and family. Draw strength from the wonderful times you shared with your mom. She will live on in your heart forever.
    Love
    Nancey and Reg Adamson

  55. Shirley and Bob Turnbull

    September 6, 2023 at 5:05 pm

    Bob and I wish to express our sincere condolences to the Dobson family. Gord and Janice . Janet would often speak of you and your families . We’ve know Janet, Art from cottage garden on Acton Island, where we have many wonderful times .
    Sincerely
    Bob & Shirley

  56. Karen & Kurt Kristensen

    September 6, 2023 at 8:33 pm

    I think Art and Janet adopted our whole family. We all lived in the same house on Quebec Avenue in Toronto. (1961-1965) This lasted until we had too many kids between us.
    All these years Janet has been a devoted friend and we always kept in touch.

    So many good memories with kids and cottages.

    Sending lots of love to Gordie and Janice from all the Kristensen Family.

  57. Linda Randall

    September 7, 2023 at 8:04 am

    Dear Janice,
    Lance and I are so sorry to hear the news of your Mother passing.
    Sending our condolences to you and your family.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
    Sending our love❤️

  58. Andrea van Lenthe

    September 7, 2023 at 4:19 pm

    Brad and I are so sorry for your families loss. We will be praying for your family.

  59. Cathy Burton

    September 7, 2023 at 7:02 pm

    I was so saddened to hear about Janet’s passing last week. We had such wonderful times at Georgian Bay on our nurse friends get together and of course our residence days too. I regret that I cannot be there for the celebration of life but I have attached my favourite photo of Janet. It shows her rather serene demeanour as I always thought of her.

    Janet at lunch with our nursing friends.

  60. Todd Marchant

    September 7, 2023 at 10:49 pm

    Dear Gord, Jacqui, Hollie, Oakley and all the Dobson family,
    Our most sincere condolences go out to you all.
    Todd and Marilou Marchant

  61. Mary Sheardown

    September 8, 2023 at 1:37 am

    So sad to hear of Janet’s passing. She was a likeable soul. My sympathies to her family

  62. Gord & Marg Adams

    September 8, 2023 at 10:09 am

    Gord, Janice & families: We share in your sorrow with the passing of your mother. She will be deeply missed. Cherish the many great memories.

  63. Lynn Randall Foster

    September 8, 2023 at 4:32 pm

    Janice…I have been thinking about you and the family all week…such a mix of great memories from Muskoka…I know your mom will be with us next summer…I’m pretty sure Kemp Road was a special place in her heart…and that you all feel comfort knowing that…Chris and I send our love and condolences…we are on baby watch now up here but look forward to seeing you at Cranberry…no matter what….sending love….

  64. Heather Romanyk

    September 9, 2023 at 12:53 am

    I am very sorry to hear of Janet’s passing. I have a lot of great memories of singing in the choir with Janet at Caven church and always looked forward to saying hello after service. She was a really kind and caring person and will surely be missed.

    My sincere condolences,

    Heather Romanyk

  65. Bill & Jill Theeuwen

    September 9, 2023 at 12:21 pm

    To Gord and Janice and the Finch and Dobson Families,

    We would like to express our sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to all of you.
    Janet was a good and compassionate person.
    We feel fortunate to have had her in our lives.

    Sincerely ……. Bill & Jill Theeuwen

  66. Liz Bandeira

    September 12, 2023 at 2:50 pm

    Sending my sincere condolences.

  67. Chris and Lisa McGuire

    September 17, 2023 at 6:44 am

    Our deepest condolences to your family. Cherish all the memories

  68. Donna Witlox

    September 22, 2023 at 11:19 am

    Dear family,
    We were so sorry to hear the sad news. I will always remember her beautiful smile and lovely visits whenever we saw each other. Great memories of a very special lady. Thinking of you all xo
    Love Donna and Al Newton

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