At Seaforth Community HospitaI on Monday, January 3, 2011, CIara B. Brown (Baker) of Egmondville, in her 83rd year. BeIoved wife of William C. Brown. Cherished mother of Norah and Steve Eckert, Sr. of BayfieId, Betty and Ken GIanville of R. R. #4, WaIton and BiII Jr. and Iois Brown of Stratford. Ioving grandmother of 18 grandchiIdren and 21 great-grandchiIdren. Remembered by sisters, brother, sisters-in-Iaw and brother-in-Iaw, Wanda Wilson of CIinton, Betty Grenier of HensaII, Irene TyndaII of CIinton, BiII Baker (Marg), GIadys McGregor (Grant) and Arnetta Baker, aII of HensaII, Dorothy Baker of Winthrop, Bridget Baker of Kingston, Janice Baker of Grand Bend and Greta Baker of HensaII. AIso survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Robert and CIara (Meade) Baker, brothers GIen, Austin (Frances), Bob Jr. (Lillian), Meade, Bruce, John and Murray and five sibIings, in infancy. At CIara’s request, there wiII be no funeraI home visitation or service. A famiIy graveside service wiII be heId in the spring at Egmondville Cemetery. MemoriaI donations to Seaforth Minor Hockey, P. O. Box 1066, Seaforth N0K 1W0, Seaforth JuveniIe BroombaII, c/o Robert Hunking, Treasurer, R. R. #1, Auburn N0M 1E0 or Seaforth Community HospitaI Foundation, P. O. Box 99, Seaforth N0K 1W0 wouId be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the Whitney-Ribey FuneraI Home, Seaforth (519-527-1390).
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Vickie and Skinny Broome
Sorry sorry to hear the passing of Clara, our thoughts go out to the Brown family. Hang onto all the memories
Ed & Dawna Maloney & Family
Aunt Clara will surely be missed by many people—sure gonna miss seeing her at the soccer fields watching the grandchildren–she was one of a kind!!!!!
Dave Mirrlees
To Bill Sr. & Family: I share in the sadness of your loss. As I read the notice, I remembered back to the evenings that Clara would travel with you to an Information session at EAP London. I would offer her coffee and donuts, but she was content just to be there. I also have a fond memory of the cool morning I had coffee with both of you at your kitchen table, when I brought my &&single&&56 up to show you. I just thought I would let you know I was thinking about, and share a couple of memories from an old friend. I hope you find strength within your family and know that your friends care. Best regards, “Depot” Dave Mirrlees
Melissa (Polich) Kaune
Uncle Bill with all my love…
It weakens all hearts for your loss but Clara wouldn&&single&&t want you to tie yourself with tears but be happy with the time spent together. Sadly it is now time that she travels alone so grieve a while for her then let your grief be comforted by trust
for it&&single&&s only for a while that you shall part. Bless the memories within your heart for she won&&single&&t be far, she will be near and if you listen with your heart you will feel all her love around you…soft and clear.
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There are only a handful of people who come into your world and touch your life. Some are just flickers of light while others are consistent glows… as will always be Clara Brown.
Let&&single&&s not grieve Clara&&single&&s passing but celebrate her life; remember all the special moments that she has left us for she would not want us to focus on the sadness of her passing.
Hearts go out to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; all of those she called “hers”. May you find peace knowing she loved you so very much. Know that she is in a better place now and at peace. Know that she will remain forever looking over you as she always has. Keep her in your hearts and you too will find that peace.
As for me…If anyone in the world deserves a pair of snow white wings it would be my Godmother. A kind hearted individual who asked for very little but who gave endlessly to those around her. You will remain forever loved and always in my heart.
Your loving God-daughter…Melissa
keith finnigan
To the extended Brown family-sorry to hear of Clara&&single&&s recent passing,growing up in Egmondville i remember that the Brown family was a big part of the community.Clara was very welcoming and would always invite you in to chat about what was going on in the community and the latest things that were going on in my life.
I still have the “River Rat&&single&& hockey crest that Bill and Clara gave me many years ago-framed and hanging in my home office!!
Lots of fond memories-my condolences to the family
Jim and Elaine Floyd
our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this tme of sorrow, our deepest sympathy
Stan and Leona Doupe
We were saddened to hear of Clara&&single&&s passing. We send our loving thoughts, condolences and prayers to you as we share in your sorrow.
With love and blessings,
Stan and Leona
Bryan & Janice Glanville
Our deepest sympathy at this sad time. We met Clara on several occasions and she was a very nice lady. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Bryan and Janice Glanville & Family
Ray and Linda McNichol
Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Sincerely, Ray and Linda McNichol
Keith Murray
We would like to express our sympathies and condolences to everyone.
Keith, Cindy and families
Larry Ritchie
Clara was one of a kind, never to be duplicated. I will miss her take on the issues of the day in the local tabloid. She was one fine lady.
Joe Seili (former mayor)
My deepest sympathy to the entire family of my biggest fan while in term for mayor of Huron East. I am currently in Florida on vacation and heard of your loss.
Tracey Sills McKee
My condolences to you Bill and family. Clara was a wonderful woman who will be greatly missed.
Tracey Sills McKee and Family
Glen & Peggy Restemayer
Uncle Bill,Norah,Betty,Bill Jr. and Families,
We were saddened to hear about Aunt Clara passing away.We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
Sincere Sympathy,
Glen & Peggy
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Ann
Kelly, Kevin, Kristi, Josh & Sam Butt
Uncle Bill & family,
We are so sorry to hear that Aunt Clara passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
I am glad that I had time to visit her in the summer and have a few cups of her famous strong coffee….we had a lot of laughs that day.
We will cherish the memories that we have of her.
Sending hugs to all of you!
Brenda (Chambers) Borland
Aunt Clara…I will always remember the peppermints that were ALWAYS available at your house. My condolences to Uncle Bill, Norah, Betty, Bill and families.
Howard and Anne James
So sorry to hear about Clara&&single&&s passing. I cant imagine Egmondville without her. Our life in Egmondville always included Bill,Clara,Norah,Betty and young Bill. Clara was so good to keep in touch with mom when mom moved up here to Lions Head. Mom appreciated is so much as did we. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
bill MacLean
Bill, Norah, Betty, Bill and families. Anne just emailed me with the sad news that Clara passed away yesterday. My deepest condolences for each of you. I have many terrific memories of Clara. She was a wonderful person and will be missed. I particularly remember all the times playing road hockey and base ball with Norah and Betty (and usually losing) and then going to your house after for a drink and seeing Clara knitting another gift for someone. Bill and Angela
Bill Weber
Bill and Family
John, Susan & Andrew van Vliet, Connor, Shannon, Kiaran & Ronan Jared
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. We have enjoyed many good laughs with Clara over the years. She will be missed by all.
Chris Coombs
…Just read of Clara&&single&&s passing in the London Free Press…so very sorry for your loss…my deepest and sincerest sympathy! She was a good lady…many wonderful childhood memories while growing up in Egmondville! …Chris!
Marian and John Van Dooren
Our deepest sympathy to all. I always enjoyed her letters to the editor – you knew how she felt about the issues!
John and Marian and family
Valerie Pater (Sinnamon)
My deepest sympathy Bill and family. Clara was a special lady and an inspiration to all who came to her table for coffee. Her dedication to sports shone through her love for her children and grandchildren. She&&single&&ll be very missed.
Ken and Liz Cardno
So sorry for your loss. Clara was such an inspiration to so many people and will be sadly missed.
Tracy (Bosman) McLennan
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Clara. She was a “one of a kind” lady and will be greatly missed.
Tracy (Bosman), Paul, Sabryn & Jocelyn McLennan
The Shannons- Tom, Barb, Lindsey, Matt
Our sympathies to all of you during this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brian and Laurie Guichelaar
We offer our deepest condolences at this time of your loss. We pray that the Lord will give you the strength that you need during these very difficult days