Eleanor Elizabeth Riley passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at the Blue Water Rest Home, Zurich, Ontario in her 79th year.
Eleanor is survived by three sisters Marlene (Lewis) Gingerich of Zurich, Grace (Richard) Bender of Waterloo and Doris (Stewart) Bannerman of Seaforth.
Eleanor will be missed by nieces and nephews, Dorcas (Lloyd) Tate, David (Richelle) Gingerich, Richard (Monica) Gingerich, Laurel Bender-Lloyd, Dan (Tanya) Bender, Sarah (Jeff) Clemmer, Jim Bannerman, Connie Stainforth, Bonnie (Jason) Henson, and twenty great nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Nelson (1998) and Mabel (2000) Riley.
Eleanor was a member of Kingsfield- Zurich Mennonite Church, Zurich. She was a resident of Blue Water Rest Home for many years and her family is grateful for the compassionate care that the staff, as well as Dr. M Hammond gave her during these years.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral home, 49 Goshen Street North, ZURICH on Saturday, April 1, 2023, from 6-8 PM. Registration is appreciated. Please click “Register Now” below, to register.
Eleanor’s funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Sunday, April 2nd at 2:30 PM. Interment at Kingsfield Zurich Mennonite Cemetery.
Donations to Diabetes Canada would be appreciated by the family.
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Carol Grigg
Our deepest sympathy to Eleanor’s family and friends. I had the privilege of getting to know Eleanor while visiting my Mom at Blue Water Rest home. We spent many hours talking about life, her projects and latest initiatives. Eleanor was a talented seamstress and an true angel. She took such good care of my Mom for years. They were roommates and Mom wasn’t verbal but Eleanor knew just what to do to settle her. We were blessed to have Eleanor in our lives. The Grigg and Carpenter family.
Lila McKay Modesto
Dear Marlene, Grace, & Doris: I am sorry to read about the loss of your sister.
Jerome and Carmel Sweeney
Our sincerest sympathy to all of Eleanor’s family and friends .
Ann Preszcator
Dear Doris and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Paul & Kathy Steckle
Please accept our sincere sympathies on the passing of your sister Eleanor. Years ago our families exchanged visits in each others homes. Your needlework, your tasty lunches and your hospitality made for many fond memories. Thank-You and may the Lord Bless You.
Paul & Kathy Steckle
Mahlon and Pearl Ann Martin
To Marlene, Grace, Doris, & Families, Our condolences go to each one of you, as you grieve the loss of your sister. Love and Prayers, Pearl Ann & Mahlon Martin
Ken and Shirley Simpson
Marlene, Grace, Doris and Families
We send our deepest sympathy on the passing of your dear sister Eleanor. May God give you comfort over the week and days ahead. Cherish all the wonderful memories. Hugs 💞
Ken and Shirley
Dick & Barb Rau
Our sincere condolences to Eleanor’s family. May she rest in peace!
Donna Regier
Cousins Marlene, Grace, Doris and the entire Family,
May our loving God give you peace during this sorrowful time, Hugs 💞
Jim&Anne Finlay
Eleanor was a kind and caring person .Sending our deepest condolence to the family
Linda &Jerry Traquair
Sincere condolences to all who knew and loved Eleanor. I first met her in the dental practice and years later we reconnected during Mom’s stay at Blue Water. I looked forward to chatting weekly with Eleanor in the Wallace Hall there, about her current craft project and witnessing her many talents. She was humble and grateful. I was honoured once to be taken to her room to see the beautiful bed quilt that her Mother made for her. She has left a legacy in all things her hands created.
Laura Overholt
My Deepest Sympathy to all of Eleanor’s family.
Eleanor had so many talents.
Love when I would visit the home to see what Eleanor was making.
Thoughts and prayers
Wayne Clausius
Cousins Marlene, Grace, Doris and all the Families,
My sincere and heartfelt condolences on the passing of your sister Eleanor. One of my fondest memories is working for your dad one summer, many years ago and the bunch of us picking beans together. Those memories are for a lifetime. Thank you!
Joy Ross
Doris and family,my deepest sympathy to you on the passing of your sister, keep her memory close, you are in my thoughts and prayers, RIP Eleanor, 🙏. Joy Ross
Carol Maclean
Doris and Stewart Sending Sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your sister .
Randy and Vicki Geoffrey
We send our deepest sympathies on the passing of Eleanor, she will be missed but will remain in your heart forever and in so many other lives.
June E Morenz
Monica, Rich and All Family Members: You have my sincere sympathy on your loss. May God and your memories guide you during this time,
Joe and Marilyn Kenda
Sincere condolences to all of Eleanor’s family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.🙏🏻
Cam & Kathy Steckle
Eleanor was a special part of our family for several years when she provided childcare for us. She was a remarkable lady, truly one of a kind and we are grateful for the time she spent with our children. You could always rely on Eleanor to keep everyone in line and safe. Our fondest memories of her, always bring a smile to our faces. Sharing in everyone’s sadness, as you remember her and celebrate her life.
Cam & Kathy Steckle & family
Wayne &Bonnie Keller
Rest in peace Dear Eleanor. So many memories of her in the years I worked at BWRH. She loved being busy mending for others as well as her crafts. Hugs to the entire family. She was a special soul.
Marge Schilbe
My deepest sympathy in the loss of Eleanor , she will be deeply missed. Always had a smile . Will miss her handy work.
Debbie Regier
Sending sincere sympathy to Eleanor’s family. I had the privilege to get to know her while I work atBWRH. I always enjoy our talks. She was a busy lady sewing, knitting , selling tickets etc. She will be missed by many . Hold her memories close. RIP Eleanor.
Merv & Joyce Shewan
Doris and Stewart & family, Sorry to hear about the passing of your sister. Our deepest sympathies go out to you.
Jim and Gene Baynham
Our deepest sympathy to the families
Bob Oesch
So sorry for your loss.
DonnaO'Brien
Sorry to learn of Eleanor’s passing.Her handiwork was lovely and I’ll think of her when I use mine ! My sympathy to all !! Donna
Mary Ducharme
To Eleanor’s family!
I’m very saddened to hear of Eleanor’s passing.
Eleanor had a very kind heart and always so appreciative
when I would stop by in the hall at the home for a friendly chat.
She was very talented and will be missed at BWRH.
My deepest sympathy
Mary Ducharme
HILRITA ARTS
Doris, sorry to hear of your sister’s passing.
May your memories make your heart happy.
Thinking of our neighbors at this sad time.
John and Hilrita Arts
Pam Soontiens
Thinking of you and your family, in the passing of Eleanor. Treasure your memories.
Tim Westlake
To Eleanor’s Family,
I’m saddened to learn of Eleanor’s passing.
Eleanor dedicatedly cared for my sisters and I on a daily basis for many years during our childhood.
She gave my parents comfort to know that everything was safe and in order at home when they couldn’t be there.
I’m grateful for the for the care and guidance she gave to us.
Sincerely,
Tim Westlake
Robert and Alma Westlake
Condolences to the family of Eleanor Riley;
Eleanor was part of our family’s growing-up years. She was a diligent, disciplined, helpful person.
Robert and Alma Westlake
Shirley Erb
To all of Eleanors Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Evelyn Vincent
To Eleanor’s family
Sincere sympathy in your loss. Eleanor is “home” with Jesus
Elaine Floyd
Doris and family, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike & Colleen Cyr & girls
We are so saddened to hear of Eleanor’s passing. All 3 of our girls got the pleasure of being paired up with Eleanor as a resthome buddy in elementary school. Than a few years later our Mom (Marie Cyr) shared a room at BWRH with Eleanor for a short period of time until her passing. Now our youngest daughter works as a student PSW and got to enjoy once again visiting, doing her hair, meal times and crafts together. We will all miss Eleanor’s soft spoken voice, kind heart and skillful crafty hands. She will always be so fondly remembered and cherished by our family.
Rest in peace❤
Our sincere sympathy and condolences to all Eleanor’s Family.
Mike and Colleen (Overholt) Cyr.
And daughters Melody, Michaela and Corissa Cyr
Susan (Leslie) Riley
My condolences to Eleanor‘S family upon her passing.
Brian and Helen Oldfield
Doris and Stewart and family, sending our sincere condolences at this sad time.
Marni and Harold Van Aaken
Our deepest sympathies. Eleanor was a great friend and room mate with my mother(Marg Tugwell) before her passing last fall.
Glen and Donna Greb
To Eleanor’s loved ones. I fondly remember Eleanor when she attended CLSH. in Dashwood. She loved working in the kitchen and was always friendly and gave a kind greeting to everybody. Please accept our heartfelt condolences at this sad time. Glen and Donna.