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Muriel Wray

In Memorial

Muriel Jane Wray
(nee Matson)
May 3, 1928 – March 24, 2018

Peacefully with her devoted daughters Gwen and Barb by her side at her Sheridan Villa home in Mississauga, Muriel left us to join her husband, John Bartley (Jack), her daughter Noreen Black and grandson Brad Black. She will be desperately missed and never forgotten by her daughter Gwen Nicol, son-in-law Dennis and grandson Jonathan, and her daughter Barb (Sam) Ashenhurst, son-in-law Jim and granddaughters Shawna and Samantha. She will also be sorely missed by her grandson Rod Black and granddaughter Krista Wall (Jim) and great granddaughter Olivia. Survived by her dear sister Laura and brother-in-law Roy Watson and sister-in-law Julie Matson (late Robert “Bud”). Predeceased by siblings Wes (Leta), Stella (William Logan), George (Joyce), Luella (Russell Dove), Irene (Lem Scott), Vera Dangio, Milford, John (Evelyn), Viola (Don Wilder). Remembered fondly forever by her extended family.
Resting at Rod Abrams Funeral Home #1666 Tottenham Road, Tottenham 905-936-3477 on Wednesday March 28, 2018 from 12 noon until time of Funeral Service in the chapel at 2pm. Followed by interment in Morningside Cemetery Palgrave. www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com

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  1. Shirley Stonehouse says

    April 12, 2018 at 2:04 pm

    Please accept my sincere condolences on Muriel’s passing. She will definitely be missed.

    Reply
  2. Nobleton Dental Clinic says

    March 29, 2018 at 1:53 pm

    We were all saddened to hear about Muriel’s passing. She always had a wonderful smile when she came to visit us. She will be missed.

    Our deepest condolences,
    Elwood, Vanessa, Chrissy, Jocelyn, Lisa and Colleen

    Reply
  3. Janice ( Agnew) MacNeil says

    March 29, 2018 at 5:44 am

    Dear Gwen and Barb and Families:
    Sorry to hear of Aunt Muriel’s
    passing. Our families are so
    Intertwined over the years. I always had a special place in my heart for your Mom and Dad.
    Your Mom was a very special lady. She will be missed but not forgotten.
    Janice Luther Macneil
    Lois Ross Armstrong
    Linda Davies

    Reply
  4. Linda campbell(Graham) says

    March 28, 2018 at 4:52 pm

    Gwen, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. My mom died almost 8 years ago and time does help you.
    Take care of yourself.

    Reply
  5. Ann Mason (Patterson) says

    March 28, 2018 at 1:15 am

    Gwen,Barb & families

    Truly saddened to hear about your Mom, Muriel
    My deepest condolences

    Reply
  6. Brenda Jackson says

    March 27, 2018 at 6:17 pm

    Aunt Laura
    Your heart must be broken, yet at the same time so full of love and treasured memories for your dear sister .Thinking of you, Uncle Roy and Aunt Julie at this difficult time
    Love to all

    Reply
  7. Lorna Simpson says

    March 27, 2018 at 4:16 pm

    Gwen, Barb and Families I have truly missed your Mom since moving to Mississauga and never got to visit. She will be missed by all but we have all the memories tucked away. Resting in Peace now and in God’s hands.
    Thinking of all at this sad time.

    Reply
  8. Betty Ryan and Family says

    March 27, 2018 at 3:34 pm

    Dear Barb,Gwen and families
    Our sympathy to you with the passing of your Dear Mom
    May your many treasured memories throughout the past years be a blessing and comfort you as you go forward now
    Love from Betty Ryan and Family

    Reply
  9. Brenda Jackson says

    March 27, 2018 at 3:29 pm

    Gwen ,Barb and families
    Thinking of you during this most difficult time..Aunt Muriel was a wonderful lady and she will be missed.

    Reply
  10. Wendi and Graeme MacKay says

    March 27, 2018 at 1:52 pm

    Aunt Barb, We are so sorry to hear about your mom. She must have been an awesome woman to have you as a daughter. We love you! xoxo

    Reply
  11. Charles Cleveland & family says

    March 27, 2018 at 1:01 pm

    GWEN,DENNIS AND JON
    OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES AND LOVE OVER THE LOSS OF YOUR BELOVED MOTHER
    “IF ROSES GROW IN HEAVEN LORD PLEASE PICK A BUNCH FOR ME ,PLACE THEM IN GWEN AND SAM”S MOTHER’S ARMS AND TELL HER THEY ARE FROM ME” LOVE UR BROTHER

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  12. Mary Ann Steer says

    March 27, 2018 at 12:20 pm

    Keith & I were sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Loosing a mother is always a big void in your life. We r thinking of at this difficult time. Xo MA & K

    Reply
  13. Kevin Holmes says

    March 27, 2018 at 12:08 pm

    Krista, Jim and family: I am very sorry to hear of Muriel’s passing. My mom enjoyed all of the phone conversations that they had over the years!

    Reply
  14. Marg Tough and families says

    March 27, 2018 at 11:58 am

    So sorry to hear of Muriel’s passing. Our condolences to you all. She has been greatly missed at Kitchen Breedon Manor. We all looked forward to a little chat with her on our way in or out. Thank you to Gwen for keeping her connected to KB manor by mail and messages.

    Reply
  15. Susan says

    March 27, 2018 at 8:10 am

    This is so sad! You and Gwen surely loved her and cherished her – I hope your happy memories support you all. Love, Susan.

    Reply
  16. Bill & Joyce Findlay says

    March 26, 2018 at 8:39 pm

    Gwen,our heartfelt condolences from Tupelo,Ms. (On our way home).I remember dad working for your parents in the early 50’s.I have to tell you It’s kind of scary when you can remember events that happened over 65 years ago.

    Reply
  17. Denise PS and family says

    March 26, 2018 at 4:20 pm

    Barb, I know how much you and your family will be missing your mother. She will remain forever in your hearts like moments of memories. You and Gwen were wonderful daughters. Much love, Denise

    Reply
  18. Denise PS and family says

    March 26, 2018 at 4:19 pm

    Barb, I know how much you and your family will be missing your mother. She will remain forever in your hearts like moments of memories. You and Gwen were wonderful daughters. Much love Denise

    Reply
  19. Joe and Carol Morin says

    March 26, 2018 at 3:38 pm

    We are very sad for you at this time. You are in our thoughts.

    Reply
  20. Lynne and Andy Meeker says

    March 26, 2018 at 2:32 pm

    So sad that we didn’t get to celebrate Aunt Muriel’s 90 birthday. We will miss her smiling face and always remember the many happy times we had with your family. Our heartfelt condolences to everyone.

    Reply
  21. Sandra and Mike Vien and Family says

    March 26, 2018 at 1:18 pm

    Gwen and Sam, our sincerest condolences on hearing of the passing of Aunt Muriel. Our prayers are with you all.

    Sandra

    Reply
  22. Charmaine Wall says

    March 26, 2018 at 11:52 am

    Aunt Gwen, Krista, Jim, Olivia and all of Gram’s family,
    My sincerest and heartfelt condolences to all who loved her beyond measure. I too, will miss her. To each of you mourning her loss, I pray you will find comfort in one another and in the many memories she has left in your lives.

    Reply

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