Winnifred May Hayhoe (Gibson) passed away peacefully on May 24, 2024, in Burlington, Ontario at the age of 89. She was born on January 18, 1935, in Ottawa, Ontario.
Winnifred, a devoted wife to her husband Frank for over 60 years, was a loving and caring mother to her six children: Tim (Connie), Philip (Wendy), Elizabeth Pederson (Greg), Steve (Holly), Joanna, and Sam (Maeva). She was cherished by her grandchildren Catherine (Peter de Haan), Brian, Kirstie (Caleb Zurcher), Bethany, Spencer (Hailey), Daniel (Kaylee), Cameron, Emily, and Sophia, as well as her Great-grandchild Tobias. She was the dear sister of the late Harris (Eunice Gibson), Lois (Ken Beach), Marjorie (Don Healey), and Murray (June Gibson). Winnifred was preceded in death by her parents William and Dorothy Gibson, and her grandson Kyle Hayhoe.
Mom was known for her gentle and kind nature, always putting others before herself. She was a dedicated homemaker prioritizing the care and upbringing of her children. She found joy in cooking hearty meals for her family and tending to her bountiful vegetable and flower gardens. A woman of faith, she dedicated her life to prayer and serving her Lord and Savior. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Visitation will be held at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Sunday, June 2, 2024 from 6pm – 8pm, and will continue on Monday, June 3, 2024 from 1pm until the time of Service, to honour and celebrate her life at 2pm. Immediately followed by interment at Schomberg Union Cemetery. Guests are invited back to the funeral home’s Cliffside Hall following the interment for a reception. Donations in Winnifred’s honour may be made to ShareWorld Canada (formerly Gideons Canada) or Focus on the Family. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Service
Visitation
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham Ontario L0G1W0
Sunday June 2, 2024
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Funeral Service
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham Ontario L0G1W0
Monday June 3, 20242:00pm
Barb Smith , Laura McCullough & Family says
We Just heard of Winnifred’s passing and wanted to send our condolences to the entire Hayhoe family. We have very fond memories as neighbours when living in Pottageville many years ago. May your loving memories bring comfort and peace to all.
Todd Marchant says
To Frank and all of Mrs. Hayhoe’s family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
Our most sincere condolences go out to you all.
Todd and Marilou Marchant
Michelle Renaud says
Dear Uncle Frank, Tim, Phil,Elizabeth, Steve, Joanna and Sam. I am so thankful for all my memories of times spent together as kids and young adults. Your mother was a wonderful aunt – caring, interested, a model of selfless service and with a sense of humor and great laugh. She made the best cheese ball.
I wish I could be with you for your mom’s funeral. I look forward to seeing her with Jesus. I”m praying for your comfort and help with the practical details in the days ahead.
Love, Michelle
Paul and Mary Kavanagh says
Paul and I (Mary O’Hara Kavanagh) send our Sincere Condolences on the loss of your wonderful wife Winnifred, also to the complete Family. She will be
On the right side of our Lord and Saviour and may she rest in eternal peace!
Phyllis Farley says
I was so saddened to hear of the homegoing of your dear wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Winnifred was such an amazing God fearing lady.
I knew her years ago when she worked at the Gatineau Pulp and Paper Mill.
I went to school just down the street from the mill. Some warm summery days she would come to the school on her lunch hour and visit me. Her visits I will never forget as I was a timid child and often bullied at school and she would just love on me and encourage me We would have such great talks about the Lord and she would tell me she would pray for me in those trying days for me. It was quite something that a 25 or 26 year old would take such an interest in a 10 year old. I will remember her with great fondness. Earth’s loss is Heaven’s gain for sure. Someday I will see her again.
Deepest sympathy to the family and especially to Lois (Beach) and Murray Gibson.
Sincerely
Phyllis Farley (Harris)
Shelvia Clark says
Our condolences to Frank and his dear family. Winifred was my Bridesmaid, June 7th,1958 that’s 66 years ago. What a wonderful friend, so kind,gentle and love others. Now as we celebrate she is in the arms of Jesus and someday we will attend another wedding to get her up in Heaven.
Khris Ramjattan says
Winnifred was one of the most gentle and kind persons I have ever known.She always had a smile to share and you knew it always came from the heart.She was the epitome of what it is to be a good Christian woman.She lived a life of love,faith and charity and has now gone on to be with her Lord and Saviour Jesus.
David and Maureen Archibald and family says
We were so sorry to hear about Winnifred.
She had a kind peaceful, quiet soul.
She will be missed by all.
I used to babysit the children years ago.
They were the best children in the world.
Our prayers are with you all.
Bonnie Boyer says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Aunt Winnifred has passed, quietly, into the light and presence of her Savior, but leaves a great empty space, that she had filled with gentleness, kindness, and love for others all her life. I have fond memories of her welcoming spirit, of joyful meals at that huge table of yours in Schomberg, of fun moments together on her visits in Québec, and of her laughing with my mom, laughing to tears… I will miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joan Blyth says
I don’t know if the family of Winnifred will see such a late response but only after I looked up obituaries was I able to see that our dear friend Winnifred had gone to be with her Lord and best friend.
We had such great times because of the Gideons and spent many meals together in both of our homes. She was so loving and encouraging and we shared many
Stories of family and had wonderful prayer times together. We have missed them and unable to connect trying Franks phone number several times. Our condolences to all the family .
Love Ken and Joan Blyth, Holland Landing, Ont.
Steve Maxted says
My heartfelt condolences to dear Frank and all the family on the home-going of your beloved Winnifred! A ‘mother beloved’ has passed into the Lord’s Presence, and she will be deeply missed. She has been such an encouragement to so many of God’s people over the years, including our own family when we were privileged to visit in your home in Schomberg. Having known dear Winnifred my whole life as she was my SS teacher in Ottawa back in the early 60s, I can attest to her gentle, kind & understanding spirit. As in the words of King Lemuel, “Her children rise up and call her blessed!”
Kristy Smith says
Elizabeth (and family),
We never met your mom, but know how wonderful she was because of the way that you always spoke so lovingly of her. We know that she was a great influence on your life and who you are today. We mourn with you, but also celebrate as we know that she is now in the arms of Jesus. Prayers for you as you navigate this new reality of life.
Jon & Kristy Smith
Debra & David Jankovich says
Extremely sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God provide you all the comfort you need at this difficult time.
Julie Pretty says
Sending our condolences on the loss of your Mum. We send you all a hug Greg and Julie Pretty
Judy Vader says
My heart hurts for your loss even as I celebrate Winnifred’s homegoing. May the Holy Spirit comfort all of you as you grieve.
Tracey Harju says
I never met her but I know you, Elizabeth so I know she was an amazing person. I’m sorry for your loss yet celebrate because she is home and healed.
Ann Lovelk says
So sorry to hear of the loss of this earthly Angel. What wonderful memories I have of her as a child and into adulthood as she touched my life with her true love of our Lord, her wisdom, kind heart and always a beautiful smile. Miss you but know I will see you again sweet Winnie!
Gretchen Heagy says
I have such wonderful memories of spending time with Winifred when I was a young adult. She was always an encouragement to me, so kind and easy to talk to.
Barb and Wayne Courtney says
Sorry too learn of your mother’s passing. She is in our lords care. Our condolences to the Hayhoe family.
Dawn Garland says
My condolences to your family. May y’all rejoice that she is with our savior. May the Lord embrace you in comfort & peace.
Debbie. Hyland says
My love & prayers to the whole family. God Will welcome her with open arms. God bless you all through the next few days especially