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Josephine Mary Breyfogle (née King) September 6, 1936 (St. Albans, United Kingdom) - December 21, 2019 (Cobourg, Canada). Predeceased by her husband, Peter, of 53 years; survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Nick and Jillian; grandsons Charlie and Sam. Graduate of Roedean School (South Africa and U.K.) and University of London (Bedford College). Avid reader, world traveler, and lover of her many adored dogs. Tireless contributor to museums and world cultural heritage. Royal Ontario Museum: Trustee (Deputy Chair, Acting Chair), Department of Museum Volunteers (Board Member, President), Docent, ROMWalk, and initiator Gallery Interpreters Program. CFFM (National Director, Board Member), CMA, VCAM, the Glenbow Museum. Volunteer Service Awards from Ontario and Toronto. International Women’s Association of Toronto. Devoted Sturgeon Pointer: Commodore, Director, and Archivist of the Sailing Club, 3-term Elected Municipal Councilor; Heritage Board member; Sturgeon Point Association. A celebration of her life will be held at her beloved cottage, Sturgeon Point, next summer. Donations in her memory may be sent to the Sturgeon Lake Sailing Club, the Royal Ontario Museum, or the Northumberland Hills Hospital.
So sorry to read about Jo's passing in the Globe.I have very fond memories of our time as members of IWAT (International Women's Association of Toronto).May you rest in peace.
Nick: I was so saddened to learn of the death of your mother. Your mother and father were good friends of my wife, Barbara, and myself for many years. We enjoyed our visits to their beautiful home on Highland Gardens and their lovely Sturgeon Point property. We enjoyed time spent with them at the Royal. They were very special people in so many ways. We were fortunate to have had them in our lives. MY deepest sympathies to you, Jillian and the children.
Smart, funny, kind, gracious....your Mother was a lovely woman. My condolences to the Family and all who loved her.Inga (Reception at Palisade Gardens)
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