Audrey passed away peacefuIIy at Exeter ViIIa on March, 10, 2019. Born in Seaforth on March 2, 1940, Audrey Joan (ne Hackwell) McIIwain of Seaforth, was in her 80th year.
BeIoved wife and best friend of John Jack McIIwain for 59 years. Ioving mom of Mark McIIwain and his wife Kathy of Exeter and David McIIwain of Toronto/Grand Bend. Cherished Grandma of Carter, Jackson and Nathan. Dear sister of June Smith (Ed), Reid Hackwell (Diane), aII of Iondon, Dave Hackwell of FIorida, and sister-in-Iaw of HeIen Ahrens of Mitchell, Marian PuIIman, Ken McIIwain (Iois), aII of Seaforth and Jim McIIwain (Nancy Steinbach) of Mitchell.
Predeceased by her parents WesIey and Edna (ne Reid) Hackwell, sister-in-Iaw Torey Hackwell, and brothers-in-Iaw Larry McIIwain and Ivan Ahrens.
Audrey was a faithfuI member of Northside United Church in Seaforth. She Ioved music very much and was the Director of the Northside Junior Choir for 42 years.
Visitation wiII be heId at McGlynn FamiIy FuneraI Home, 87 Goderich St. W., Seaforth, 519-527-1390, on Wednesday, March 13th, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Visitation wiII continue at Northside United Church, 54 Goderich St. W., Seaforth, on Thursday, March 14th from 10 a.m. untiI the time of Audreys funeraI service to ceIebrate her Iife at 11 a.m. A reception wiII immediateIy foIIow at the Seaforth and District Community Centre and interment wiII take pIace in MaitIandbank Cemetery, Iater in the spring.
As expressions of sympathy, memoriaI donations to Northside United Church, AIzheimer Society of Huron County or the Seaforth Community HospitaI Foundation wouId be appreciated and can be made through the funeraI home. OnIine donations and condoIences can be forwarded by visiting Audreys memoriaI at www.mcglynnfamiIyfuneraIhome.com
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Marj & Warren Shera
Just found out about Audrey on the internet . Our deepest sympathy to the whole McLlwain family. Years ago I knew Jack & Audrey very well. Its a very difficult time. So sorry. Marj & Warren Shera & all our Family
Maureen Agar
Jack, Dave, Mark and families, Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. We hope all your wonderful memories of this wonderful lady help you at this time.
Merv and Maureen Agar
Peggy Humphries
Marjory Humphries and Family
Jack, Mark, Dave and families, our sincere condolences on the loss of Audrey. I remember her fondly as a student in the “Grade 8 Entrance Class” in Walton when I first came to teach. Her kind heart, welcoming smile and personality will be missed by all those she encountered and welcomed into her life. Keep your memories alive through stories you tell and hear, she was a generous and thoughtful woman of many talents.
Joyce Marrinan
From Joyce Marrinan and family – Lucan
Sending deepest condolences to Jack and the entire McLlwain and Hackwell families.
Audrey was a lovely person and I will always remember our visits over the past years.
Find comfort in knowing she is at peace now, and cherish all the wonderful times you spent together as family.
Sincerely
Joyce Marrinan
Ryan and Denise Fear
Sorry for your loss Jack and family.
Ryan and Denise Fear
Sorry for your loss Jack and family.
Jackson Bieman
May the memories of your life together bring you comfort, smiles, and laughs, Jack. You cared so much, and it showed. Many hugs sent your way.
Dan Regier (McCann Redi-Mix)
Jack
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your wife.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time
Kathryn McDermott
To Jack & and all the McLlwain and Hackwell family. My sincere sympathy. Audrey was a special and lovely person,. Heartfelt condolences. Hugs.
Kathy (Boshart) McDermott
Leo and Sharon Medd
Jack, Dave, Mark and families, Sincere condolences for you loss, she was a very special lady that can never be replaced, hold onto all the great memories, our thoughts and prayers to you all. God Bless Leo and Sharon Medd
Julie Ford
Sorry to hear of your wife and Mom&&single&&s passing. She was my Mom&&single&&s roommate at the Villa for the last while.
Fred & Kathy Lobb
Jack and Family, so sorry for the loss of a lovely lady. Please accept our sincere sympathy. Fred and Kathy Lobb.
Tina Driscoll
Jack, Mark, Dave and family, My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Sending my deepest sympathy. Tina Driscoll
Martene
Jack, Mark, Dave and families,
Our deepest sympathy to you at this time. May cherished memories bring you moments of comfort ❤️
Pete and Tammy Martene
Tracy Lamont
Our thoughts and prayers to Jack, Dave, Mark and family. Audrey was such a lovely lady and opened her heart and home to Mom and Dad when they moved in next door and became great neighbours and friends.
Glen Francis, Ray, Tracy, Jason & Jessica Lamont
Neil & Marie McGavin
To Audrey&&single&&s family, We send our sincere sympathy. Our family will remember the fun times we spent together.
Hugs, Neil and Marie McGavin and family.
Mary Anne McNichol
Dear Jack, Mark, Dave and families, we were so sorry to hear of Audrey’s passing. She was a wonderful lady and admired by all that knew her. We know that you will all miss her terribly. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
John Munro
Jack and family, So sorry on hearing the loss of Audrey. May our thoughts and prayers be with you. John and Rose
Gord & Deb Phillips
Jack and Family ;
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time , always cherish the fond memories.
Gord & Deb Phillips
kathy a
From the staff at Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer Disease Research Parkwood Institute St. Joseph&&single&&s Health Care we send our sincere condolences to the family of Mrs. Audrey McLlwain. Jack you were a wonderful caregiver to Audrey. I am sure Audrey felt well loved. God Bless you and your family.
Fred and Shelley Van Osch
Dear Jack, Mark, Kathy, Dave and boys,
We are so sorry to hear of Audrey’s passing. She was a truly wonderful woman and leaves quite a legacy. Please know we are thinking of you all and wishing you strength and peace. We are so sorry to be away and unable to attend the service. Our sympathies, Shelley and Fred
Sonya Green
Mark, Kathy, Carter and Jackson,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. We are keeping you in our thoughts. May God grant you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Brad and Sonya (Shantz) Green
Brian & Helen Oldfield
Dear Jack and family we send our sincere sympathy at this difficult time of loss. She touched many lives through her kindness and musical gifts and will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. Rest In Peace Audrey.
Rod and Joanne McDonagh
Sorry to hear of Audrey’s passing. You will have many memories of a long life lived together. Our sympathies go out to you, Jack and family. Rod and Joanne McDonagh.
Larry and Dianne McGrath
Jack, Mark, David and families – Our sincere condolences to all as you mourn the passing of your beloved wife, mother and grandmother. May your wonderful memories of Audrey guide you through this difficult time.
Gerald and Catherine Shantz
Dear Jack and family- We wish to extend our sincere sympathies at this sad time in your lives.I have special memories of singing with her in the bari section of Seaforth Harmony Hi-Lites- May God surround you with peace and comfort in the days ahead -Gerald and Cathy Shantz
Tracy (Bosman) McLennan
Jack, Mark, Dave and family,
I was saddened to hear of Audrey&&single&&s passing. She was certainly a shining light in Seaforth and she will be missed. My condolences on the loss of your wife/mother/grandmother.
Sincerely,
Tracy (Bosman) McLennan
Larry Berger
Jack so sorry to hear about Audrey. Condolences to you and your family and to the Hackwell
family. Audrey was a special person and will be missed by all. Larry Berger
Brenna and Barry Vincent
To Jack, Mark, Dave and families…….We are so sorry to hear of Audrey&&single&&s passing. Our family will remember dear Audrey as a kind, caring person with the love of music and her dedication to the Northside Church Junior Choir, the great Christmas eve get-togethers, her trumpet playing, her amazing sense of fashion and the absolute best halloween candy. May all of the good memories comfort you at this tender time. Thinking of you all, Brenna, Barry, Adam and Alex Vincent
Bill and Luanne Kerr
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family Jack. May your many memories help you through your loss.
Becky Flynn
I have many fond memories of Audrey when I was in the junior choir. Audrey always had apples and cookies for us before our after school practices since she knew we would be hungry. We also always enjoyed the year end pool parties that Audrey and Jack hosted. Thank you for the great childhood memories…you will be missed, Audrey.
Becky (Gray) Flynn
Gwen and John Patterson
Jack: We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family. Gwen and John Patterson
Les and Sonja Seiler
Jack and family
So sorry for your loss
Clarke & Helen Pollock
Jack …Very sorry to hear of Audrey&&single&&s passing..you both raised a great Family … Clarke & Helen Pollock
Dianne and Harold Leddy
Jack and family – we are so sorry to hear of Audreys passing. her suffering is now
over. Treasure the great memories, Audrey was an amazing lady. RIP Audrey
Dianne and Harold Leddy
Beverley Eden
Heartfelt condolences go out to you Jack and your family ,so sorry for your loss
Bev Eden
Gwen Hugill
Dear Jack and Family
our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Audrey is now at peace and with our Lord. She touched many lives through all her good deeds.
Love and prayers
Gwen Jamie Hugill and Family
saerb@hurontel.on.ca
To all of Audrey&&single&&s family My thoughts and prayers are with you. Shirley Erb (Bosman)
Leona Nigh
My heartfelt sympathy to all of you at this sad time. May God bless you with many happy memories. Leona Nigh
Gordon & Irma Pryce
Our sincerest sympathy to you Jack and all your family.
Carol Somerville
Jack and family: Sorry to read of Audrey&&single&&s passing. My sincere sympathy to everyone.
She was such a beautiful and friendly person.
May all the years and good memories you shared bring comfort at this time.
Carol Somerville
Exeter Villa
The residents and staff of the Exeter Villa send their heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Bev Shea
Jack Matk Dave & family. My deepest sympathy goes out to u in loss of your beautiful wife and mother. She was such a kind & caring person. We had many long enjoyable chats mostly about your family. Through all of the stories she shared u could tell she was so ptoud of all of u, even u Jack. She made me feel that I was part of the family. I”ll never forget her small jokes and the beautiful smile that was always on her face. Hold onto those special memories which u have shared so many with her.
Kevin & Bev Shea
Liz Moir
Dear Jack, Mark, Dave and families. My deepest sympathies at this sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Glenn and Marilyn Chesney
Glenn and Marilyn Chesney
Jack,Mark,Dave and families Our thoughts and prayers
are with you at this time. Remembering all the good
times we had together.Audrey will be missed by all.
Carolanne Doig
I am so sorry to hear of Audrey&&single&&s passing. I remember Audrey as a great friend to Mom and Dad, a great hockey fan and hockey mom, a Seaforth Beaver supporter “extraordinaire” and a talented musician. My sincere sympathy to the entire McLlwain and Hackwell families and to Audrey&&single&&s many friends.
Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber
Reid and Diane My thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember the good times and she will stay in your hearts forever. Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber
Jim and Gene Baynham
We send our deepest sympathy to all of you who shared Audrey&&single&&s life. Audrey was a beautiful daughter, sister, mother and wife. Audrey was also our beautiful friend and we are thankful for the good memories and time together….good times, good food, good friends …Jim and Gene Baynham
Marty & Anne Marie Bedard
Jack, Mark, Dave and families
Audrey will always be remembered for her beautiful soul, full of love and faith. We are honoured and blessed to have know this wonderful lady. Keeping everyone in our thoughts and prayers.
God bless,
Marty and Anne Marie Bedard
Jeff & Sandi Henderson
Jack, Mark, Dave & Families: our deepest sympathies at this sad time. Please know that you are all in our hearts, thoughts & prayers.
Jeff & Sandi Henderson
Keith and Gloria Wilbee
Jack, Mark, David and family our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Many special memories of this dear lady she will be missed by so many. Keith and Gloria Wilbee
Susan Janmaat and family
Dear Jack and family, Audrey will always hold a special place in our hearts. She comforted me and the children during a difficult time and I will always be indebted to her. My children and I cared for her dearly, and I know she cared for us as well. I will miss her warm personality, her dedication to the kids, and her smile most. I will always think about her on our birthday together, March 2. Our thoughts and prayers, Susan, Courtney, Caleigh and Chase Janmaat.
Derek Cooper
Dear Jack, Mark, Dave and families,
My sympathies go out to you all. I am sorry to hear of the passing of Audrey. I will always have many great memories of Audrey leading our junior choir at Northside, her cheering at many minor hockey games and her infectious smile.
Terri Shobbrook
Dear Jack and family, Audrey was one of the first neighbours to welcome us when we moved to Seaforth. She was always kind and smiling. I remember the Halloween fudge. I am so sorry for your loss. Terri Shobbrook and Dave Scott
Trish MacGregor
Dear Jack, Mark, Dave and families. I have so many good memories of Audrey through the years. She made such a huge impact on all the young people that she led in junior choir through her encouragement, care and generosity. We were lucky to have such a positive influence in our lives. Hoping that shared stories and good memories will bring you comfort in the days and weeks ahead. Thinking of you all. Trish, Paul, Sarah, Ian & Sam
Diana Steep
All 3 of our children were in Junior Choir at Northside and Audrey their director. We will always remember her for her love of our children, music and Church.
Always in our hearts,
Diana and Steve Steep, Kim, Nikki and Sam
Ray and Linda McNichol
Audrey will long be remembered as such a vital force in so many ways to the Seaforth and area. Her willingness to be involved in her community will long be remembered. Our thoughts are with you and yours at this time.