October 23, 1967 to May 25, 2025
Jayne Anne Stoddart (nee Kooistra) passed away peacefully at Sakura House Hospice in Woodstock, Ontario after a short but courageous battle with cancer. Loving wife of 35 years to Scott Stoddart, cherished mother to Joshua (Jennifer) Stoddart of Palmerston and Jeffrey (Jessica) Stoddart of Woodstock. Devoted and doting grandmother to Ashton, Ainslie, Jillian, Jaxxon and Francis (Frankie). Dear daughter of Peter Kooistra and beloved sister of John (Sabrina) Kooistra and Julie Kooistra. Loving daughter-in-law to Wayne and Terry Stoddart, sister-in-law to Jeff (Bobbie) Stoddart and Shelby (Kirk) Denti. Dear aunt to Mickaela and Bonnie Baechler, Brooklyn Stoddart, Brody Denti, Aleigh Denti, Mara Cobb, Sophia Morales, Sawyer Denti, Tanner Denti and Kobe Bohn. Devoted special friend to Christine Fogden. Predeceased by mother Bonnie Kooistra, brother Jeff Kooistra and sister-in-law Sherka Dougherty.
Jayne was born in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and lived in BC as well before coming to Ontario…eventually settling with her family in Bolton when high school began. She and Joshua met Scott and they became a family in 1989, with Jeffrey arriving a year later. Jayne had a successful career in IS working for Confederation Life, IBM and Manulife Financial. Work afforded a chance to relocate from Bolton to Waterloo in 1996, where the boys grew up and formed a circle of friends who eventually became part of the family…Jayne was their second Mom and everyone was always welcome. Jayne loved the holidays…especially Halloween and Christmas. She always looked forward to spending time with friends and family and her loot bags became a legendary part of every event she hosted
Jayne’s true calling though, was being a grandmother…it started the second Ashton and Ainslie walked through her door and continued as Jillian, Jaxxon and Frankie arrived. She loved each one of them dearly…always making sure that they were taken care of and had everything they needed. Sleepovers at Grandma and Grandpa’s were always looked forward to, in addition to many memorable trips and family events. When she became ill, it was always the grandchildren who put a smile on her face and made her want to fight on.
Many thanks to Dr. Andrea Molckovsky, the wonderful nurses and staff at the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre who worked hard to treat Jayne even though the odds were against her. Thanks to Dr. Dried Jamal and the amazing nurses from South West Ontario Health at Home for taking care of Jayne and allowing her to stay comfortable at home as long as she could. Finally, thanks to the incredible staff at Sakura House Hospice in Woodstock…although Jayne was only there for a couple of days, they welcomed our family and made her as comfortable as possible during her final hours, always treating her with kindness, respect and dignity.
Jayne touched many lives with her strength, honesty and fierce devotion to her family and friends. She will be truly missed. Thanks to everyone who came to see her or sent messages of support and encouragement to brighten her days and keep a smile on her face as she fought this battle. She will live on in all of our hearts.
The family will receive their friends at the Egan Funeral Home, 203 Queen Street S. (Hwy 50), Bolton (905-857-2213) on Friday, June 6 from 1 o’clock until time of memorial service in the chapel at 2 o’clock. Followed by a reception at the funeral home.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to VON – Sakura House, 715180 Oxford Road 4, Woodstock N4S 7V9 or Grand River Hospital Foundation, 835 King Street W., Kitchener N2G 1G3.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Christine Fogden
My forever friend,, I will miss you deeply. You will be remember for your love you gave, your friendship and your laughter. We had some wonderful times together. Until we meet again . I will hold you in my heart forever.
Verna & Ken Verbakel
Jennifer, Joshua & Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Aunt Verna & Uncle Ken
Brenda Coletta
So many memories, where does one begin. I will remember Jayne always. My deepest sympathy to all the family, Jayne was one of a kind and we are all better for having known her. I will miss her.
Brian & Heather Barz
Jayne had a truly beautiful spirit and touched the lives of many. We will forever treasure the memories we shared together. From Christmas to Sprucedale and many more.
Her kindness was contagious and will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew her.
Mike Novak
Jeff, we are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Mike, Alyssa and the boys.
Mike Holmes
Our condolences to the entire family. We’ll have so many fond memories of our times together, especially our trip to Washington many years ago. Lots of laughs have been had. We will continue to have more laughs and smiles thinking about Jayne and her amazing sense of humour and thoughtful personality.
Love Mike, Melodie, and Maya Holmes
Briar
I was so sorry to hear of Jayne’s passing. I’m sending heartfelt compassion to Mr. Kooistra, Scott, the boys, the babies, John, Sabrina, and Julie. You’ve all endured so much loss—it’s truly heartbreaking.
My condolences also extend to Christine and to the many good friends Jayne held close. She was widely known, deeply sensitive, and had a sense of humor that left a mark.
Jayne now joins the prayer book of those taken far too soon—alongside her brother Jeff and their mother, Bonnie.
There’s nothing adequate to say in moments like this. All any of us can do is hope, and pray, that we’ll be reunited with those we’ve loved. I believe, truly, that we will.
And when that day comes—maybe all the Boltonians will be there. Waiting. We’ll have a field party in heaven.
Lynn Waddilove
So very sorry to read this Scott. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Odette Turner
So many fun memories with you, all flooding back to me ❤️. Rest in peace my friend. Condolences to the family
Cheryl Robb
I am so saddened to read of the passing of Jayne. She was a force of nature. From the memories in highschool and then living on the same street on Smith Court in Bolton we shared many laughs. She was a kind and loving soul and memories will be cherished. Much love ot Scott, Josh and Jeffrey and the whole family during this difficult time. Till we meet again…xo
Josh Stoddart
I’ll love you for ever.
I’ll love you for always.
As long as I’m living my mother you’ll be.
Juanita
Jayne Wayne where do I begin. All though we didn’t necessarily keep in touch the memories of us will forever replay in my mind. So many times . … so many albums … so many parties, so many trips to TO to watch the Zeppelin movie. Being part of your special day when you married Scott and being there when Josh entered the world will forever hold dear to me. I can hear your laughter now and your quick witty response to situations. You were one of a kind. Sorry you were taken so early from this ground we walk upon. You will be remembered with love and held close until we meet again. Forever and a day my friend I love you Rest in peace Jayne xo
Diane Michiko Killam
Dear Scott and family: I am so sorry to hear of Jayne’s passing. My deepest condolences to you all.
Kelly Ranney
Jayne was such a kind,sweet, funny generous soul ! Since I have known her she shared her family and friends by having parties and they are a n awesome group of wonderful people.
My family were welcomed and loved by her. I will always cherish her for sharing Christmas traditions . The love she showed for my daughter and family was amazing! Rest in paradise my friend until we meet again ❤️
Greg Moffatt
My sincere condolences to Scott and all of the families, Jayne was always such a positive person I remember her from the days of high school at Humberviev.
Ann Fogden
My deepest condolences to your family and Jayne will always be reimbursed in your hearts.
Ann Fogden Petersen
Lylah Amaral
Our heartfelt condolences to Scott, Josh and Jeff and their families . We’re going to miss you greatly our dear friend . We will hold our precious memories of you close in our hearts. Your spectacular sense of humour, your amazing love for your family and friends and that wonderful smile and contagious laugh, will always be in our hearts and thoughts. How lucky were we to have known and loved you and been loved by you in return. We love you to the moon and back and back again my sweet friend. We love you more than words can ever say Jayne. We’ll miss you each and everyday and in our hearts and minds we’ll always find you.
Don Still
Sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences to you Scott and the family
Alison Kells
Thinking of you Scott and Family. Jayne was wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. Cherish all your memories.
Kim Kirkpatrick
To the Kooistra , Stoddart Families & Friends
I was so very saddened to hear of Jaynes passing. Her quick wit , funny sense of humour and love for her family/ friends is what I remember of her from our highschool days. She was always that fun , cool older sister to be around. I know there are no words to ease your pain at this time, just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Let the precious memories you hold dear of Jayne, be the guiding light during the difficult days ahead and beyond.
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Chris Nelson
Stoddart and Kooistra families.
Jane will always be a part of you. Bonds like yours are forever and I hope the memories will eventually bring comfort. My deepest sympathies to all. May Jane rest in peace.
God bless.
Cathy and Glenn Smith
To Scott and family,
Love will live forever, and Jayne’s memories will shine through your sorrow in time.
We’ll miss her warmth and her laughter, but our lives were made better just by knowing Jayne.
With deepest sympathies,
Cathy and Glenn Smith
Lorrie Pitoscia
Words cannot describe how sorry I am for your loss. My deepest condolences Scott to you and your family. Jayne had a beautiful soul
Lori
Josh, Jen & Frankie,
My heart goes out to you and your family. Sincerest condolences to all of you.
Scott Elfman
We worked together for a long time.
Your kind wonderful dry humor were always appreciated when things got ‘hot’.
Jayne – you will be sorely missed.
To the Stoddart Clan; No words can express your sorrow. Please know we are thinking of you.
Aneri Patel
Josh,
Very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Marg Pilson
Scott and family, I’m so sorry. Sincere condolences.
Marg
Blair Edmonds
So sorry to hear about your loss Scott, my deepest condolences.
Gaynor Haynes
Jayne and I worked for many years as teammates. Her passing is heart wrenching. I will miss the side conversations she and I had. I can still hear her laughter and her funny/ witty comments. It is very difficult for me to accept that she is no longer with us. I really believed that she was not going to succumb to that…. I believed that she would marshal her way back to health.
Jayne’s family members – please accept my deepest condolences. I know she will be missed by you. Also, her teammates will miss her dearly. Whatever small consolation I can bring to you during the time of grieving is to mention that “Jayne has left us a wonderful legacy of her life”.
Vivian Wong
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Your wife will live on in all who knew her.
Justin Amaral
To the Stoddarts: I am so sorry for your loss.
Jayne was my second mother. I will always remember the first time I had gone over to the Stoddartses and her response to Jeff was, “who is this?” / “do his parents know he is here?”. Jeff had clearly asked if I could come over.
Jayne’s sense of humour will be what always sticks with me. Whether it was the time she rented a hot tub she kept in the garage, the Cougars and the Pumars, or the half dozen times she tried dancing with me in the Stoddartses kitchen.
Jayne was endlessly generous. Were it not for her patience for me making her late for work for the 4 years she gave Jeff and I a lift to high school, I would no doubt be homeless right now.
Rest easy. Till I, and my army of cats, see you, and your army of pugs, in Valhalla.
Vivian Wong
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Jayne will live on in all who knew her.
Tracy Panos
I was saddened to hear about Jayne. I will always remember our high school years together. Jayne was so much fun to be around and such a special person.
My deepest sympathies to all of her family and friends.
Chantal Marcil
Scott, it saddens me to hear about Jayne’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Oksana Korobchuk
Josh, I’m so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Take care.
Garry Alexander
My heart sagged when I heard the news of Jayne’s passing from Peter. I always felt as though I was a part of Jayne’s world, even if it was only through Peter’s proud conversations of her. My prayers and condolences go out to Scott and his family along with Julie, John, Peter, Terry and Wayne.
I Wish you all comfort and peace in this time of sorrow.”
Garry Alexander
Howard and Sharon Venning
Scott and family
Our deepest sympathy to all. So sorry for your loss.
Lacey Jayne
You were truly one of a kind. You made us all feel loved and your kindness touched the lives of so many, and you will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing you. Your warmth, love, and selflessness made a lasting impact on everyone around you. I feel so grateful to have had the chance to share your first name. While we grieve your loss, you will always remain in our hearts, forever cherished and never forgotten
Alvaro Orrantia
We will greatly miss you Jayne. I am so sorry for your loss; may the good Lord bring peace to her family.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Stoddarts.
Beatrice Guerrera
I worked with Jayne in Change Management. I am deeply saddened by her loss.
Jayne was more than just a colleague, she was a true friend to many of us. Her kindness and positive energy she brought to work each day will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with her family. My deepest condolences.
Kelly Reimer
Scott – I am so sorry to hear of Jayne’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest condolences.
Bayo
Jayne was a force of nature who always cared and made us feel welcome no matter the shenanigans we brought or would bring. Easy to talk to and quick to make a joke.
Her loss is felt very deeply she made such a meaningful impact on so many lives. My thoughts and prayers are with the Stoddarts and Kooistras.
Kirk and Shelby Denti
How grateful we are to have been part of a family that included the wonder of Jayne. That supernova personality that so many of us knew and loved. Hearts don’t get much bigger than hers, and fun memories with her will always remain in ours. Jayne was an extraordinary example of generosity, authenticity, love, self-determination and grandmotherhood. She and Scott shared life as a team the way few do.
To Jayne, from your place in paradise, please continue to sprinkle down your smiles and laughter as we remember good times with you! You and Sherka can save us all a seat and we will do our best to live the life that gets us there!
Kim Jones
My deepest sympathy to the families. I haven’t seen Jayne for years but have thought about her often. Such a great loving, fun lady. Thinking about all of you during this difficult time.
Michelle Henry
Scott – My deepest condolences.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Deb Bucknell
My heartfelt condolences to Scott and all of Jayne’s family and friends. Jayne and I worked together for a few years and she was diligent but made work fun with wise-cracks and jokes – Jayne had a sense of humour all her own. Jayne was one of those people you meet once in a lifetime: caring, funny and there to lend a hand. We will miss you Jayne and remember you
Heather Hubbard
I was saddened to hear of Jayne’s passing. She left the world far too soon. I was lucky to have the opportunity to work with Jayne and after I retired I thought about her often. She left a lasting impression on all those who knew her. My condolences to the family. Cherish your memories!
Charlene Totzke
Scott, I am so sorry to hear about Jayne’s passing. Thinking of you and your family at this very sad and difficult time. May the beautiful memories that you have all shared with Jayne help to ease the pain. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Gord Norris
Scott, we are sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you strength and peace in the days ahead.
With deepest sympathies.
Gord Norris and Heather Luft
Jennifer Wunder
I met Jayne probably around 1999 at Manulife on the Ground Floor where the Data Center used to be. Over the years our paths crossed as we did multiple roles most notably doing on call and support type work. As time went on we would run into each other frequently in the halls where she always reminded me that we were now the age of the guys who we thought were so ‘old’ back in the day 😛 I will miss running into Jayne in the halls of Manulife where we spent so much time. She was one of the good ones and will be greatly missed. My condolences to Jayne’s family, may she rest in peace.
Jonathan Schwarz
Scott and family, my deepest condolences for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during such a difficult time.
Darcy Hilliard Franke
Dear Scott & Family
My deepest condolences for the loss of your Jayne.
Karen Ferreira
Scott I am so sorry to hear of your tremendous loss. I’m thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Andrew Schalm
Scott, I am so sorry to hear of Jayne’s passing.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Cheryl Clarke (Hughes)
Scott and family, I am sending my deepest condolences to you all. I hope you’re able to find some comfort in the love and memories you shared with Jayne over the years. Thinking of you all.
Sandra Taylor Palumbo
I’m so sorry and saddened to hear of Jayne’s passing. So many fun and happy memories from long ago. My sincerest condolences to the entire family. May she rest in peace.
Sabrina, Link and Ro
Jayne was such a bright light in this world. She was so incredibly generous with her time, energy and that smile. She welcomed us all in with open arms and had the best sense of humor. I think of the Christmas train story often. She truly was the hostess with the mostest.
Rest easy Jayne, with the sweet pugs (and extra cheese for them!) and a sea of happy manatees.
I’m holding you all in my heart and sending love + care.
Kelli Kuzyk
Scott, I was so saddened to hear that Jayne had passed at such a young age. I extend my deepest condolences.
Thinking of you and praying for peace and strength as you grieve. May you and your family be comforted by your precious memories and by all those who deeply cared for Jayne.
May God bless you all.
Susan Clark
My deepest sympathy to all the family. Jayne was a bright light, so many fun memories as teenagers.
Pete Engel
Scott and family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time
Steve Boehmer
I just heard of his sad news.
Please accept my heartfelt sorrow to everyone in the family.
Jayne was a very tough person and could handle anything that was in her path.
I am so sorry that this got in her path in life, and it must have been hard on everyone.
I do know that she would not have given up, but thought of everyone she loved, just so she could smile and say SIMMER DOWN EVERYONE, I only want you to remember all the happy times, so suck it up and just remember.
Steve
Catherine Rovina
Scott, I am so very sorry to hear of this news . My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Jayne has left you all with so much love and beautiful memories to cherish.
Sonja Metcalfe
Scott, Josh and Jeff,
Our family is heart-broken to hear of Jayne’s sudden passing. Larry, myself, Jordan and Mark have great memories of our time together on Smith Court in Bolton. We will always remember Jayne’s humour, her spunk and of course her laugh. She had the best laugh!!!
Thinking of you Scott, Josh, Jeff and your families at this difficult time.
Sonja, Larry, Jordan and Mark Metcalfe
Nancy Drew
I am saddened to learn of Jayne’s passing. She was one of a kind! So sorry for your loss. Deepest condolences to Scott and family.
John& Verna Traynor
Our deepest condolences
Jennifer Beasley
Scott, I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your beloved wife. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this incredibly difficult time. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Jim MacMillan
Scott, I’m so sorry to hear of your dear wife’s passing. May she rest in peace. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.