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​Barbara Downer (née Johnson)

12/12/2019

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May 13, 1932 – December 12, 2019
 
Passed away on December 12, 2019 at Innisfree House Hospice in Kitchener, Ontario.
 
Barbara is predeceased by her husband Donald Downer (2000). Loving mother of Cathy Downer (Bruce Weber), Nancy Hnatejko (Greg) and John Downer. Proud grandmother of Lauren, Kellsie (Justin), Craig and Mark and great-grandmother of Savannah and Payton. She leaves behind her brother Herb Johnson (Marg) and her sisters Betty Ellis (Ted), Janet Fleming (Jim), Margaret Moffat, Ruth Elmes and Dianne Cormier (Peter). Predeceased by her brother Bob Johnson.
 
Cremation will take place and a Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, December 15 from 1pm – 4pm, with memories to be shared at 2pm, at Homewood Suites, 800 Jamieson Parkway in Cambridge.
 
If desired, memorial donations may be made to Innisfree House. Messages and condolences may be left at tricitycremations.com
8 Comments
Patti Nelner
12/13/2019 02:59:56 pm

Cathy, I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Cherish the memories you have. Thinking of you.

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Wendy Carmanico
12/13/2019 03:33:56 pm

Sending my sincerest condolence to my sewing retreat buddy for the loss of your mom. I will keep you and her in my prayers Cathy.
Must love Wendy

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Jan Nevins
12/13/2019 07:40:32 pm

So sorry to hear that your Mom passed away Cathy, Nancy & John. Your Mom was a wonderful person. Our deepest condolences to all of you and all the family. You’re in our prayers. I’ll see you on Sunday. Love and Hugs,

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Nicole Cichello
12/14/2019 12:03:58 pm

My thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time. Great big hug. Nicole

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Alison Kobelak
12/14/2019 06:05:46 pm

I loved my Auntie Barb!! My heart breaks for those left behind. She was such a kind and gentle soul. Adored by all who had the chance to know her. I have such wonderful memories from childhood. Auntie Barb was such a crafter, enjoyed playing games, was such an amazing hostess - always opening a tin of some home baked goodies when I visited or creating a jellied salad. :) I remember summer dinners at the picnic table in the backyard, turkey dinners at Christmas and lots and lots of laughing. Auntie Barb and my mother would just giggle and giggle whenever they were together. That's what I will remember - the laughter.

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Kathy McCallum
12/15/2019 11:44:07 am

I'm so sorry about your mom's passing. I'm thinking about you. May this afternoon be a celebration of her life & give you & your family comfort.

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Carol Dahmer and Barbara Ready (Duncan)
12/17/2019 07:24:03 pm

We are sorry to hear of Barbara’s death. As her next door neighbour our parents enjoyed living beside Barbara and Don for many years. You will miss her.

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Emily (Hills) Orford
12/23/2019 02:27:13 pm

Sincerest condolences to my Downer cousins for the loss of their beloved mother and grandmother.

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