(1934-2012). Beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. Dear Aunt, friend and neighbour. Daughter, Carol Ann Keys (Exeter) and son, Grant Wilson (Pickering), along with spouses Daryl Keys, Vicky Wilson and grandchildren Jamie, Scott and Bradley Keys and Laurianne and Brian Wilson announce with sorrow the passing of their mother and grandmother on Saturday, March 3rd at Exeter Villa. Predeceased by her husband of 51 years, R.C. (Bud) Wilson (2004). Born and raised in Tillsonburg, Lois was the eldest child of the late Stan and Myrtle Law. Only sister of the late Sandra Buchner (2005) (Springfield). Lois devoted her life to her husband and family, cheerfully following Bud’s career as a banker through Hamilton, Toronto, Kitchener, Mississauga, and Welland. She retired with Bud in 1987 to the shores of Lake Huron where she enjoyed sunsets in summer and Florida in winter. She is remembered for her gift of time to the Girl Guides as a leader in Willowdale, Mississauga, and Kitchener and in Welland as a Rotary International student host mother. She was a hockey mom, an enthusiastic RV camper (Lakewood 1970-78), and volunteer for any worthwhile cause, She will be remembered as a lively, intelligent, mannered, caring, kind, and beautiful woman who easily made and kept friends wherever life took her.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, one west of Main. Exeter on Tuesday evening 7-9 PM and Wednesday morning 10-11 AM followed by a service of thanks and celebration at 11:30 AM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to World Vision or charity of choice. Cremation. Inurnment Exeter Cemetery at a later date.
Lois Edra (Law) Wilson
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Exeter Villa
We wish you to know, that the residents and staff of the Exeter Villa, join in an expression of sympathy and condolence to you and your family at this time of sorrow. May the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Georgina Frangos
Carol Ann & Grant and family,
Sincere sympathy in the loss of your mother. I have many happy long-ago memories of Lois and Bud . It’s hard to lose a parent and my heart goes out to you both. You are in my thoughts. Love and prayers, Georgina (Fran Wilson’s sister)
Brenda Brush
Carol Ann, Daryl, Grant, Vicky and families
So sorry to hear this sad news. Our thoughts are with you.
We will be unable to attend the funeral.
Doug, Brenda, Danielle & Stephanie Brush
George & Jo Barclay
Jim & Jeff
Cliff & Doris Penhale
Bradley: Sincere sympathy to you and the rest of your family in the loss of your Grandma. We are thinking of you.
Janice Osborn
In 1975 two Girl Guides from my UK troop moved to Canada. They visited the UK a year later armed with their Guider’s address and a request for a penpal. As a young Guider I became that penpal and corresponded with Lois over 30+ years. I was privileged to meet her just once when she came to the UK on holiday in the nineties with Carol Ann. We felt like old friends straight away. Lois wrote elegantly and informatively and her handwriting was so beautiful that her letters were a pleasure to receive, often enclosing a little gift , in the early days Guide badges; once, maple leaf shoelaces!
I give thanks that I had the opportunity to know her.
Janice
janis Bisback
Dear Carol Ann and Darryl and Family
it is never easy to lose a parent, especially as you see them fading before your eyes. I witnessed it as well.
I see where you got your sparkling good looks CarolAnn she was a beautiful woman. my deepest condolences to you and your family.
janis and Peter Bisback
Rosemary Toth
Dear Carol Ann and Grant – I am so sorry to read of Lois’ passing. I know she had been unable to attend our last reunions, but was thought of still. My deep condolences and best wishes go out to you both. Sincerely, Rosemary Toth
Tom Hartai
Carol Ann and families
On behalf of my family and staff please accept all of our deepest condolences. Your Mom was always a pleasure to serve in our store in Exeter. She was always so gentle and kind.
Tom Hartai and staff
Brigitte’s
Exeter
Jacquie McDonald Norris
So sorry to read of Lois’s passing. She was a great friend and she has left me with many happy memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this tim.e
Carol Merryweather ( Carter )
Carol Ann, Grant, and families
I was so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Lois and Bud were always best friends with my mom and dad ( Bob and Dorothy Carter) and I have fond memories of them both. Your dad was a hoot and your mom was always smiling. I know she will be missed by all who’s lives she touched so dearly.
Maybelle Ravin
Dear Carol Ann and Grant – I was a dear friend of your mother from high school in Tillsonburg to being a bridesmaid at her wedding. I had not seen her since an anniversary gathering a few years back. I had lived in Toronto and Niagara On The Lake and was so far away.
I am deeply saddened by Lois’ passing but I am reminded of fond high school memories and both our weddings in the 50’s.
I know she was a wonderful person and will be sadly missed. Blessings from Maybelle Ravin – Tillsonburg
Linda White (Loughlin)
Lois was a great lady and we always enjoyed visiting her in her home when we were kids and having fun with Carol Ann and Grant. We even went camping a few times and that was great! Rest in Peace Lois. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Linda, Glenn and Bianca White
Bill and Donna Perry
Carol Ann, Daryl and family
We were so sorry to read of your Mother’s passing. You were a wonderful daughter Carol Ann and you will miss your Mother. You have many happy memories which will help. We will remember you in our prayers. Deepest Sympathy.
Bill and Donna
Chuck & Tanya Erb
Dear Carol Ann,Daryl & Family,
We are on vacation in the sunny south so won’t be able to attend visitation for your mother. We have many pleasant memories of your mom & dad from years gone by. Please know our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Sincerely,
Chuck & Tanya Erb.
Priscilla Sabin Mosher
Dear Family, Lois was a special lady and I will always remember the days Bud and Lois spent with Bill and I when they visited us in Massachusetts. My thoughts are with at this time. Love to all
Lauren (Pearse) Marlatt
Carol Ann and Grant, I have fond memories of you mother and of our days in Clarkson. I will always remeber her gentle voice and smiling eyes. My thoughts are with you during this time.
Mario and Tina Di Giovanni
Grant, Vicky, Brian and Laurianne:
I’m so sorry for your loss and I want you to know I am thinking of you and what you and your family are going through. Please accept my condolences.
I only met your mother a few times but I remember her as being a very kind woman and making me feel quite at home when we jammed at your place in Mississauga. She didn’t seem to mind all of the racket we used to make playing Rush, Max Webster and other classic tunes.
I am sorry I won’t be able to make it to the funeral to convey my condolences in person but when you get back we’ll get together and we’ll have a drink in her honour.
Mario and Tina Di Giovanni
Evelyn Vincent
Carol Ann & Daryl and family,
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. I worshiped at the Baptist Church this a.m. and was saddened to hear about your mother’s passing. Praying God grants peace and comfort to each of you.