Peacefully at Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich on Sunday, June 13, 2021 formerly of Clandeboye and Grand Bend, at the age of 87. Beloved wife of Brian Cassin of Grand Bend. Cherished mother of John Cassin of Grand Bend. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Rosemary and Jack McIntosh of Poplar Hill, Pam Hall of Windsor, Dianne Taylor of Grand Bend, Jim Cassin of Sarnia, Stan and Barb Cassin of Calgary, Bill and Donna Cassin of Edmonton, Suzanne and Richard Rysak of Toronto, Doreen Cassin of Sarnia, Florence Cassin of Calgary, and Mary Cassin of Sarnia. Mary Jane will be missed by several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents James and Gladys (Carter) Hall, her brothers Robert and Joe and brothers-in-law Herman Cassin, Roy Cassin, Frank Cassin, and Larry Cassin.
Mary Jane was a teacher with the Catholic School Board in London, where she formed special relationships with staff and students over the years. She was an avid reader, and enjoyed genealogy, always wanting to learn more about her family roots.
Mary Jane’s private memorial service will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Wednesday, June 16th at 2 PM. Cremation with interment Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Cemetery.
Donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
The family wishes to thank all of the staff at the Blue Water Rest Home for their care and compassion shown to Mary Jane through her time there.
Grieve not for me though I am gone
For I am with you still.
God grant you strength to carry on
And understand His will.
A soft tear shed from time to time
Will ease your sorrowed mind,
But live your life as fully
As you helped me live mine.
Time will heal the hurting heart,
Faith will see you through;
There’s still a life for you to live,
With courage I leave you.
Remember me with thoughts of peace,
Live each day with your heart;
Grieve not for me for though I’m gone…
We’re never far apart.
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).
Donna Pierce
Brian & John: Don and I wish to express our sincere sympathy at this time of sorrow for you.
May cherished memories help ease the grief you share now.
Geoff Peterson
To Cassin Family, Brian and John, sincere condolences to you all on the recent passing of Mary-Jane.
I shall remember her kindness to me with the nice lunch she served to Gerry Gurney and myself after
a hot day on the golf course, so many years ago. Take comfort that she is now in a better place, till we all meet again.
Joe Neilsen also passes along his sincere condolences, Brian.
Respectfully,
Geoff Peterson,
Formerly of A&P
Anne Reycraft
Dear Brian and John,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of my good friend and your wife and mother, Mary Jane. I will never forget all that she did for me since I met her while we were teaching together at Holy Rosary school. From mentoring me as a young teacher, to being there during difficult times in my life, to inviting me to stay with you when I needed support, to suggesting I move to Grand Bend, she was always there as a supportive, kind, compassionate friend. I could never repay all that Mary Jane and you have done for me.
Please extend my sympathy to your entire family and let them know that I’m thinking of them at this sad time. I feel so fortunate to have known her. Mary Jane will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Thinking of you,
Anne
Edward Brock
To Brian, John and family,
I am sorry to read about Mary Jane’s passing. As principal of St. George School, in Byron, I had the pleasure of working with Mary Jane in the 80s. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
Sincere condolences from Ed Brock
Nancey Taylor
May you find comfort with family and friends
Sam and Nancey (Scott) Taylor
Myron and Carol Skinner
So sorry to hear of your
Loss sincerely Myron/ Carol Skinner
Bente and Wayne Bannon
Dear Brian and John.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen McKinley
Brian and John. The care and concern that your mother received from you both was astonishing. The past year has been truly tragic for those of us caught in limbo. My condolences to you both.
Karen Mckinley Ratcliffe
Kim & Bob Case
Dear John & family
Thinking of you all …..
Sincere Condolences
Kimberly Arnold
Dear John, Brian and family,
There is no way to adequately share with you the incredible influence and inspiration Mary Jane gave to us as a beloved Aunt and as my Godmother. I guess the proof is in the fact that 3 of the 6 of us kids went on to become teachers ourselves and follow in her footsteps. I will be forever grateful for the love of books, reading and artistic expression in painting & sculpting that she nurtured in all of us. She was a really special person in our lives and I just wanted you to know that sharing her with us meant so very much. Keeping you in my prayers and hoping you know that you are always welcome in our home. As she so often welcomed us into yours. Rest peacefully sweet Mary Jane and may “flights of angels take you to your rest”. Yours always Kimberly and family
Blue Water Rest Home
Sending condolences on behalf of the Residents, Staff and Board of Blue Water Rest Home. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Paul Woodburn
Brian and John, so sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest condolences.
Julie Kennedy
Dear John and Brian
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom and wife. Thinking of you during this difficult time. We will miss seeing you.
Judy Mills for the family of Iva Blair
John and Brian,
Please accept our very deepest sympathy at your loss. We enjoyed getting you meet Mary Jane and her family while our mother, Iva, was a resident of Blue Water. Although we did not see her in her best years, you could still tell she was a wonderful person with some zest for life, a sense of humour, and a kindness for all. John, your dedication to your mom was outstanding. It always brought a smile to her face when you walked up to her. Your concern and care added greatly to each day for Mary Jane and the staff. God bless.
William Woodburn
Dear Brian and John.So sorry for your loss.You are to be commended for your devotion to her -all those daily visits before Covid.Mary Jane was a kind and gentle lady!May she rest in peace.Carolyn and Bill Woodburn
Judy Bond
Please accept our deepest condolences
Harry & Judy Bond
RON AND GLENDA
OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES, MY MOM AND MARY JANE WERE VERY GOOD FRIENDS, SHE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY, REST IN SWEET PEACE
RON AND GLENDA (FISHER) LINDENFIELD
Larry Taylor
Brian and John, I am saddened by your loss. May you find strength in those happy times.
Cheryl Cassin
Aunt Mary Jane was a really great person. We enjoyed our visits by the river at ‘the Bend’ and at family functions….always something to share and talk about! I know she was very special and very loved by many, and will be missed. My sincere sympathy to Uncle Brian, cousin John and all the family, friends, and LTC staff who cared for her.
Martin and Cheryl Gelinas
Dear Brian and John,
Our deepest condolences to you and all of your family. Mary Jane was a lovely lady and will be dearly missed.
Cheryl & Martin Gelinas
Keith and Jeanette Simpson
To All of Mary Jane’s family. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Shipley Family
Sincere condolences from Pete and the entire Shipley family 🕯🕊