Carole Mae Bayley
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carole Mae Bayley on Monday June 30 2025 at Matthews House Hospice in Alliston, Ontario in her 87th Year. Loving mother to Tracey Borsato (Sergio), James Sweeney (Sandra) and predeceased by her son, Patrick. She will be profoundly missed by her partner Gord as well as her grandkids, Stepheno (Meggie) Justin, Ryan, Lauren (Andrew), Dalton, Brooke, great grandson Luca as well as her sister Gail.
Carole was an accomplished artist and a talented musician and proud of her indigenous roots. After retiring from the Proctor and Gamble Corporation- she spent the rest of her life devoted to her family, painting and enjoying her music with her friends and partner, Gord.
Cremation has taken place and a private celebration of life will be held at a later date. We would like to thank all of the wonderful staff at Matthews House Hospice for caring for her in her final days. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Matthews House Hospice in memory of Carole. Arrangements entrusted to Rod Abrams Funeral Home, Tottenham. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Service
Celebration of Life to be held at a later date
Maria Bertucci says
My deepest condolences to the family and especially to Gord. I will miss the beautiful music that Carole and Gord played while sitting on her patio. It was truly a blessing to have met and gotten to know her. May she rest in eternal peace! ♥️♥️
Mike, Michele & Olliffe Family says
Our condolences Jim, Sandra, Justin, Ryan, Lauren and the rest of Carole’s family, So sorry to hear about the passing of your mom-grandmother.
Cherish all the wonderful memories. Rest in peace Carole
Rene and Jan Baulne (Laird) says
Our sincere condolences to Carole’s family and friends.
We first met Carole 14 years ago when she began dating and playing music with my father, Gord. We are sure her love for Dad, life and music added many happy and productive years to Dad’s life. Thank you Carole from the bottom of our hearts! Your beautiful smile and gentle personality will be missed. May you rest in peace.
Rene and Jan Baulne (Laird)
Laura & Warren McCullough and family. says
Jim, Sandra and family;
Our condolences to your entire family on the passing of your mother. You are in our thoughts, may your memories bring you comfort.
Barbara Matthews says
I remember meeting Carole for the first time and thought what a beautiful smile she has. Then she mentioned,
she played the guitar. I was compelled to ask ” Will you play?” Then Gord joined in with the harmonica.
It was a fun day filled with music and lots of laughter and memories re-kindled of an old friend, Sarah who had lived near me and since passed away.
I am saddened to hear of Carole’s passing and extend my condolences to the Bayley family and Gord.
Dubravka (Debbie) Davy and Family says
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Carole Bayley and extend our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones. Although I never had the privilege of meeting Carole, I know how dearly she was loved by Gordon Laird — my father, Miro Milinkovic’s, best friend — and how much joy they shared in their 14 years together.
It brings comfort to know that Carole was surrounded by family and received such compassionate care in her final days at Matthews House Hospice. May her memory live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
With heartfelt sympathy to all,
Dubravka (Debbie) Davy and Family
David Aspenlieder says
Carol was one of my favourite musician/supporters/friend. She was always there with a radiant, warm smile; she had a whimsical sweet laughter that in many ways was her personality and I did appreciate the support she provided when I was running the Rosemont Dance.. Certainly a force to be dealt with and a true defender of principles. One light out on earth to join the many bright star-lights in heaven.
Reg and Lynda Mosher says
Our sincere condolences to all of Carole’s family and friends. We have known Carole since she came into my father’s life 14 years ago, and she made these last 14 years very happy for him. Music was their “thing” and they spent many enjoyable hours listening to and playing music together.
Dad will have a big void in his life now, but he will relish the many wonderful memories they once shared, and he is at peace knowing that Carole is no longer suffering or in pain.
Reg and Lynda Mosher (Laird) and family
John Wiederhold says
Gord:
Very sad to hear of Carole’s passing. Please accept our condolences. We have had such good times together over the years. Your good humour made her life better. Wish you good health. Carole is in our thoughts.
John, Evelyn and Chris
Maureen Coughlin says
We send our heartfelt condolences to Carole’s family and her partner Gord. For many years now we have visited Carole and Gord every summer. Our tradition was sitting on the deck overlooking the pond. We enjoyed Carole’s infectious smile, sense of humour and thoughtfulness and appreciated her talents as an artist and musician. We will miss you Carole! We raise a glass to you.
Maureen and Mike
Ottawa
Marlene & Trevor Stonehouse says
James wishing you and your entire family my condolences. My
Your memories comfort you during these days and the journey forward.
BondHead fiddle Club.. says
On behalf of BondHead fiddle club please Gord give our condolences to Caroles family..Thanks for all the years of entertainment.
Gail and Jim McKinley says
To our dearest friend Gord and Caroles family we will miss you Carole and your music..
Nora Ross says
RIP Carole, I will miss you, you were such an encouragement to me. You had a beautiful smile and personality. I’m so glad that you and Gord. found each other later in life, you kept each other going with your love for music. Now you’ve joined that heavenly choir, enjoy.
Patricia Higgins says
My condolences to Gord and the family. I had the pleasure of spending some quality time with Carole. Rest in Peace Carole
Leta and Michael Larkin says
Our condolences to Carole’s family and loving partner, Gord. Rest in peace my friend.
Kathryn Fitzgerald says
To the Bayley family, my deepest condolences to the family. I have been a next door neighbour for a few years now, and she was a lovely lady. I remember her and Gord playing their instruments on the patio in the summer, and enjoyed hearing it. May Carole rest in peace.
Kathy Fitzgerald