Palmer: Irene Margaret.
At Bradford Valley Community Care on Tuesday August 11th, 2015. Irene (Murdoch), in her 93rd year, beloved wife of the late Douglas Palmer. Loving mother of Barb and her husband Keith (Piney) Meyers and Beth and her husband Don Orr. Sadly missed by her grandchildren Kevin (Ailsa) Meyers, Brad (Sarah) Meyers and her great-grandson Jack Meyers. Dear sister of the late Hugh Murdoch, and John (Doris) Murdoch. Fondly remembered by her sister-in-law Kathy Murdoch.
Resting at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, 905-936-3477 on Sunday August 16th, 2015 from 11:30 am until time of funeral service in the chapel, at 1:30 pm. A time of fellowship and refreshment will be held immediately following the funeral service. Donations to the Canadian Belgian Horse Association, 17150, Concession 10, Schomberg, Ontario, LOG 1TO or the charity of your choice would by appreciated by the family. www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Jacqueline Conlan says
Dear Beth and families,
THE ROSE STILL GROWS BEYOND THE WALL
Near a shady wall a rose once grew,
Budded and blossomed in God’s free light,
Watered and fed by morning dew,
Shedding it’s sweetness day and night.
As it grew and blossomed fair and tall,
slowly rising to loftier height,
It came to a crevice in the wall,
Through which there shone a beam of light.
Onward it crept with added strength,
With never a thought of fear or pride.
It followed the light through the crevice’s length
And unfolded itself on the other side.
The light, the dew, the broadening view
Were found the same as they were before;
And it lost itself in beauties new,
Breathing its fragrance more and more.
Shall claim of death cause us to grieve,
And make our courage faint or fail?
Nay! Let us faith and hope receive:
The rose still grows beyond the wall.
Scattering fragrance far and wide,
Just as it did in days of yore,
Just as it did on the other side,
Just as it will for evermore.
A. L. Frink
A great woman and one of my most cherished ‘characters’ in the Schomberg Agricultural Society! May you Rest In Peace…
Blessings to the family,
Jacqueline Conlan
Lynn Cassels-Caldwell says
To Beth, Barb and your families, please accept my deepest sympathy. Irene was a very special lady in the horse world. It was a pleasure to know her.
Lorna Simpson says
Barb and Beth and families, so saddened to hear of your Mother’s passing a great women and fond memories rip
Ken and Karen Carter says
Beth and Barb: Our sincere condolences on your loss. I just found out Monday about your mother’s passing or we would have been there for you. I have so many memories of all of you from our time at the CNE and racing. I had the greatest respect for both your mother and father. May the Lord comfort and strengthen you at this time.
Chaplain Ken Carter
Victor & Donna Poelzer says
Irene was a gracious lady whom we feel honoured to call friend.
I particularly remember her love for Belgian Horses which I held in common with her. Irene will be missed.
Manuel & Maria Tavares says
The Tavares family would like to express our deepest condolences to Barb and Beth and your families. May you find comfort in the memories you shared, threw this difficult time.
Guy Scott says
I sat beside Irene for 5 years on the Board of directors of the OAAS. She was a mentor and a friend. I learned so much from her. Condolences to the family.
Guy Scott (Kinmount Fair)
Past President OAAS
Victor & Donna Poelzer says
We were so pleased that Irene came out to be part of the Husky Gang. She really did enjoy our get-togethers.
Our sincerest sympathy to all the family in the loss of such a dear lady.
Larry & Glenna Gould says
Our deepest sympathies, Barb, Beth and families. She was a very special lady and will be missed.
Paul & Debbie Edwards says
Please accept our deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Al and Jennifer Caruk says
Please accept our sincerest condolences for the passing of our neighbour Mrs. Palmer. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
White's says
The White family would like to extend our deepest sympathy for your loss. My Grandparents (Eva and Les White and Dad A.L White.) Always talked fondly of Mrs. Palmer. Our Hearts and Thoughts are with you during this time.
Gerry Glazier says
Barb Piney Beth Don andfamily Very sad to hear of your Moms passing Thinking of her and Carlsburg times She was such agreat lady Spud Gerry Glazier
Louise & Garry Lamont says
Your Mom was like family to us. We have many happy memories of spending Christmas Eve with her at our house in Schomberg or Tanya’s in Aurora and standing over the fence in the backyard talking-the best neighbour ever.
Our condolences to you all – she was a wonderful lady. Sincerely Louise & Garry
Mary Dove says
Barb,Beth and families
Very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom , such a dedicated community figure , always caring and considerate for others, I am sure you have beautiful memories to help you through this difficult time….Sincerely
Mary Dove
Marsha and Bill marson says
We are so grateful to have known such a wonderful lady who was so full of wisdom and so gracious with sharing it with everyone. She will be greatly missed by all. Our condolences go out to all of her family and to Andy who always called her as his Canadian mom.
Judy and Gordon Craig says
Dear Beth, Barb and family
We so loved our “talks” with your Mom whether at the Fair, the hairdressers, the Bonfire or just on Main. We’ll miss her infectious smile, sparkling eyes and many great stories. She loved life! What a wonderful woman!
Jackie & warren Jackson says
Sincere condolences Barb, Beth & families. Our Mom thoroughly enjoying your Mom’s visits in her final years. Something we are all grateful for. Your Mom was truly a special lady.
Larry McQuoid says
Barb, Piney, Beth, Don, and families. Sorry for the passing of a great lady, your mom.
Su Murdoch says
I have such great memories of Aunt Irene – all the stories of confronting politicians, meeting officials, sharing our inability to remember names, laughing at some of life’s weird moments. She was a modern woman well ahead of her generation. I’ll miss her and those heels. Love Su
Norma Graham Cooper says
Remembering your Mom.
Christina Lemley says
Barb,Beth and Families,
So sorry for your loss. Irene was a wonderful woman. She will be dearly missed by those that knew her.
Lynn & Ted Bird says
Sorry for your loss Beth, Barb and families. She will be remembered for a life well lived.
Gladys Fieldhouse says
Sincere condolences Beth, Barb and families, may all the great memories sustain you in the days and years ahead.
Pat & Bruce Bowman says
Barb & Beth – We send our deepest condolences on the passing of your Mom! She will leave some lasting impressions on this earth, in particular the Schomberg Area.
May she rest in Peace
Pat & Bruce
Jack & Rosella Kelly & Family says
Barb,Keith, Beth, Don & Family,
Our most sincere sympathy, thoughts and prayers are extended to you at this sad time.It was a privilege to have known your Mom and Dad.
Holly Meyer says
Barb,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your Mum.
Jack Hale says
Barb & Beth,
Sorry for your loss. Always thought your parents were a class couple. Glad to have the privilege of knowing them.
Dee, Bruce & children says
To Barb, Beth & Families. May the Lord let you find the strength to see you through this difficult time. Irene was a unique individual and we were blessed to have her in our lives.
Michael Ball says
Please accept the sympathy of myself, and the other members of the extended Ball family.
Irene has been a wonderful source of information and encouragement for my research into the various family branches. Thank you for adding smiles, suggestions, and a sense of belonging to a wonderful family tree.
Michael Ball
Shirley Stonehouse says
Rest in peace Irene. You lived a full life dear lady and you will be missed.
Ron and Joan Edwards says
Our sympathy to the family. Irene was a special lady who wasn’t afraid to have an apinion but always with a ready smile. We shared many of both of these through our CNE and OAAS connection..
Jacquie Perrin says
Irene and I have exchanged Christmas cards for years, with happy memories of Doug and my Dad at the CNE. My sincerest condolences on the loss of this lovely lady.
Robert Bowman says
Beth, Barb and family my sincere condolences. We have lost a great lady.
Bob Bowman
Earl and Margaret Groombridge says
Deepest condolences to you Barb, Piney and Beth, Don and your families….
Betty & Wilfred Robinson says
Barb, Beth and families…Our deepest condolences on the passing of your Mom.
Betty & Wilfred Robinson
Debbie Woodman says
Barb, Beth and family, Our condolences. I met your mom when I first got involved with the CNE, – I always admired her dedication and commitment. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Debbie Woodman and family
Judy & Gerry Duffy says
Barb, Beth and all the Palmer Family, it was with deep sadness that we heard of Irene’s passing. She as an incredible women who never hesitated to share her wisdom and her experiences. Since moving to Schomberg we learned so much from her. Our deepest sympathies and much love to you and your families, Judy & Gerry Duffy
Adriana says
I wish to express my sincere condolences to the Palmer Family. With deepest Sympathy Adriana Negrotto
Clarence & Gwen Pinkney says
We wish to express our sincere condolences to the Palmer Family. We hope it will make it easier for you knowing that friends are grieving with you during this sad time.
Clarence & Gwen Pinkney
IJim & Mary Thomas & Family says
Barb Beth & Families
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom. The Palmer family holds a very special place in our families lives.
Wendy-Sue says
Irene was an equally cherished friend to my Mom,as well as myself.Irene proved to be a profound source of comfort,knowledge and common sense throughout the difficult time of Mom’s illness.Mom always said that Irene should have been a Doctor,and in another time that would have happened.There was nothing that Irene was incapable of and oh how many miles she put on those heels!Love always
Ontario Agriculural Assoc. Society District #5 says
Deepest sympathy to the family. May the memories that you hold dear to your heart, comfort and strengthen you in your time of sorrow. From District #5 Executive: Garry Milne, Emily Campbell, Jennipher Kean & Ruth Wiggins
Garry&Mary Wiley says
May you rest in peace Dear Friend
Norm & Mary Lipsett says
Barb, Beth and families
Very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing, she was an amazing lady.
Jim and Donna Fraser says
We will fondly remember Irene. Our connection through the Agriculture World and the CNE will be a precious memory
Jim and Donna.