Stephenson (nee: Garbutt): Barbara Jean
Passed away as a result of a car accident on September 16, 2023, at the age of 75. Beloved wife of the late Leonard Stephenson. Loving mother of Wayne (Meg). Loved grandmother to Cory (Whitney) of Trenton, Edward (Alicia) of Alliston and Tyler of Alliston. Dear great grandmother of Holden, Lilly and predeceased by Aurora. Fondly remembered by her brothers and sister, David of Guelph, Brian (Barb) of Dundalk, Steve (Bonnie) of Bathurst New Brunswick, and the late Sharon. Predeceased by her loving parents Gilbert and Pearl Garbutt.
Barbara will be missed by her nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, friends and extended family. A Memorial Visitation will take place on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham 905-936-3477, starting at 11:00 am until the time of the Service at 12:00 pm. Reception to follow at Hillside Community Church, 2314 Tottenham Rd, Tottenham. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. To leave expressions of sympathy for the family, please visit www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
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Service
Memorial Visitation
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham, ON L0G1W0
Saturday October 21, 2023
11:00am - 12:00pm
Memorial Service
Rod Abrams Funeral Home
1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham Ontario L0G1W0
Saturday October 21, 202312:00pm
Kim Wray says
My Condolences to Wayne Meg & family , Barb will certainly be missed
Barb Rowley says
Barbara’s family my sincere condolences in the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. She was a wonderful person. She will be miss. Thinking of you all in this difficult time. RIP Barb!
Lori O’Donoghue says
Wayne,Meg and family
I just heard of your moms passing. I’m so very sorry for this terrible loss.
Your mom and I go back so many years ago ever since you were a little boy Wayne.
We certainly had many laughs, chats, and many tears together raising our families in Beeton.
My sincere condolences.
Tammy Hurd says
So sorry to hear this loss, my condolences to the whole family
Donna Knapp says
Dear Wayne, Meg and family,
So very sorry about Barb’s passing. She was a lovely lady always friendly. I remember your Mum and I first met the day you and Mike started kindergarten! She and I stood there as you guys walked into your very first day of school and we became friends from that day on. She will be missed.
Thinking of you,
Donna Knapp.
Mike and Veronica Knapp says
Wayne, Meg and family,
We are very sorry to hear of Barbs passing, I have many fond memories of her from our childhood. All the best.
Colleen McKerry says
Wayne & Meg ; Cory, Edward & Tyler; Holden & Lilly –
I had the pleasure of meeting your Mom/Grandma at Simcoe Manor. Since her retirement I would often see Barb around town when she was on one of her walks. I enjoyed our friendly little chats….the last one being at Petro Can. in town 1 week before her passing.
I know each one of you meant the world to her.❤️. Thinking of you during this ultimately difficult time.
Colleen McKerry
Susan Jevons says
I’m so sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. I worked with her at Simcoe Manor for years and always enjoyed our chats.
Linda Hostrawser says
Condolences to all of Barb’s family on her passing. I fondly remember Barb as we attended the same Elder’s Mills Public School. We walked home together many times. I so enjoyed her laughter.
Linda Hostrawser
Marlene Annand says
I was saddened to hear of the passing of your dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother. I worked with Barb at Simcoe Manor and she was always so friendly and made everyone around her feel special. A lovely lady.
Kettle Family says
Barbs was a wonderful neighbour , will miss her chats as we passed while she tended her garden, miss her bright smile and cheery wave, what a terrible loss for your family
Amanda Ranby says
So sorry to here of Barbs passing my deepest condolences to her family at this difficult time I knew Barb from working at the Simcoe village quite a few years ago now. but Barb been a Resident of Beeton and myself I would often see Barb in the Beeton Foodland and we would stop and have a chat RIP Barb you will be missed by me and all who knew you.
Linda Armstrong says
Wayne and family
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. We had many chats when she would pick you up at kindergarten all those years ago
Susie Robinson says
Wayne and family.Sorry for the loss of mom.I remember your mom from Beeton as we were neighbours.She was a great person, very friendly and funny..May she Rest In Peace…My Sincere Condolences..
Susie Robinson
Evelyn Wadden says
Meg and Wayne so sorry to hear of Barbs passing my condolences to you all
Betty Lou Vanderpost says
Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. The Garbett’s farmed just to the south of us on Huntington Road. We attended Elder’s Mills Public School together. Barbara was a good friend always with a smile. Loving thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. Blessings
Hank and Betty Lou. (nee Williams)
Kathy Crane says
I am so sorry to hear of Barb’s passing. I worked with Barb at the Manor. She was always smiling and ready to help anyone out. She will be missed by many. Please accept my condolences.
Sharlene Webber says
So sorry to hear this, worked with Barb at Simcoe Manor..she was so very proud of her Grandchildren.Rest in peace, Barb.
Cheryl Prentice says
Wayne and Meg
So sorry to hear of Aunt Barbs passing. She was one of a kind. Now she’s with Uncle Len and dad. May she fly with the angels
Patricia McLean (Marshall) says
So sorry to hear of Barbs passing. When I started at Simcoe Manor in 05 she was the one who trained me and took me under her wing.
She was always kind, courteous and full of smiles and eager to help in any way she could.
She will be sadly missed by all but the heavens above gained an angel.
My heart goes out to you all. ❤️
Lori Thorne says
Had the pleasure working with barb at Simcoe Manor
Lori Ann Lentini says
Such a kind and wonderful woman. So many fond memories of visiting their farm as a child. Sending prayers to your family.
Todd Allen says
So sorry for your loss, I enjoyed talking with Barbara on the few occasions I met her , really nice person.
Sara Mary Wray says
My deepest condolences to the family. It was an honor and a privilege working with Barb at Simcoe Manor. She will be missed.