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Doris Ada Simonsen; born November 18, 1928 near Liverpool England, passed Peacefully at Extendicare
Cobourg on Tuesday May 14, 2024 in her 96th year.
Beloved wife of 52 years to the late Jens Simonsen. Loving mother of Mark(Paulette), Paul(Anita), Jens Christian
(Julianne) and Ben(Stacy). Beloved grandmother of Matthew (Corinne), Emily, Clarke, Ben, Morley, Maria, Jens, Odin, Leif, Roan and Katie. Great grandmother to Madeline and Willow. Survived by her sister Mavis(Gerald), sister-in-law Tove and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents William and Doris Begner, siblings Marjorie, Joyce, Roy, grandsons Eric and Oliver.
Mum was always up for an adventure. She entertained us with stories of her life from being evacuated to Wales with her sister Marjorie during the bombings of WW2 and then sailing to Canada by herself in 1946. She embraced life in Canada and married dad in 1958. Shortly afterwards they bought a farm that they would call home for the next 50 years. On the farm she was happiest being outside in nature and she passed her love of nature on to us. She was a hockey mom, gardener, wordsmith, successful businesswoman, loyal friend and supporter of the underdog. Mum also took pride in seeing her 4 sons serve in the Canadian armed forces.
We would like to give a special thank you to the staff of Extendicare Cobourg and Victoria retirement living for the high quality of care they gave mum. Thanks as well to special friends Norman Kerr and Mike Cummings for their support over the years.
There will be no service but a gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date.
I'm so sorry to learn that Doris passed away my mum worked with her in GM when they were young women . They were friends for the rest of their lives. Doris will be greatly missed she was a very good hearted person. May she rest in peace .
Just received this from Una.What a lovely description of Doris I would add a wonderful friend, a wise woman and someone I admired so much .She had the patience of a Saint and never rushed a client in the store,or at auctions where she was respected by all the auctioneers.Rest in Peace dear Doris.
Hi Mark & Paul send our deepest condolences ? to you both and your families.I remember your mom very well..she was very kind and was always so welcoming of me when I would come out for a weekend..so sorry for your loss.. I will always cherish the memories I have of the fun times we all had ???
Sending my condolences and love on the loss of your mother. She was all that was good in this life and I will forever remember her for being one of the most amazing women I have ever met. Love, Jane
Our thoughts are with you all during this most difficult time. May your memories of your Mom bring you peace.
Jens & Julianne, Jens, Odin, Leif, Roan, and the Simonsen Family, May the love & memories your hearts hold dear, bring you comfort over the days and weeks ahead. Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers during this diffiult time. Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your mother/grandmother. xoxox
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Alzheimer Society
My sincere condolences. With a long adventurous courageous life filled with love, may your Mum rest in peace and walk the heavens hand in hand with your Dad.
Paul & family, so sorry for your loss.
Sending love to the ‘original 4’ Simonsen lads and their families - especially to Jens, Julianne, and the ‘next generation’ of 4 lads. May you all celebrate Doris and give her a good send off to join your da ♥️.
My deepest sympathies for you and your family
My sincere condolences to you all. You mom was a true lady. I am so glad I had the opportunity to make her acquaintance. She had the nicest way about her. She left a positive impression on those she met. May she be with your dad now and rest in peace. ❤️
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Mom. Sending love and prayers to you all at this sad time. xo
To our good friend Jens and families. Mary and I send sincere condolences, what a strong woman, what a wonderful and fulfilling life. Bless you all
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Extendicare-Cobourg
Doris was such a nice person. Anytime I visited with her she was very talkative. Take care boys and remember the good memories.
To the Simonsen Family. I'm saddened to hear of your mother's passing. I memories of her helping at banquets and other events from when my mom was cub leader as well as her being a hockey mom as mentioned and working with my mom in the canteen at the PCMR back when parents volunteered to run it. As well as visiting at your moms happy place the farm. Such a sweet lady who definitely touched many lives including mind. Always cherish the memories you have of her they last forever
Paul, Anita and family. My condolences on the passing of Doris. She gave those of us from Victoria some very lasting memories. I always called her My Lady, and I can say my favourite memory was the day she met the coffee man… they had a wonderful conversation, and he said farewell with ‘have a fine day young Miss!’ as she walked away with the wave of her hand. RIP Doris.
My sincere condolences for your loss
Paul.Ben and families we are sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Memories have the best healing effects. Remember and cherish.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
Thinking of the all the family during this time. Hopefully happy memories can give you some comfort! ❤️
Sorry to hear about your mom. Lots of good memories of her at the farm.
To all the Simonsen family: I am so sorry to hear of Doris's passing. Over the years I really enjoyed visiting Doris and Jens on their farm. They were so welcoming I felt like a member of the family. Their door was always open and I didn't even have to knock! Your mum had a great sense of humour and in the past few years when I visited her in Extendicare and Victoria Retirement Living we had many laughs and lots of stories (and a few chocolates!). I will really miss her. Sincere condolences. Norman Kerr
our condolences to you Paul and family
My sincere condolences to the Simonsen family. Your mom was a special last she will always hold a place in my heart.
My sincere condolences to Paul, Anita and the entire Simonsen family for the loss of your Mum. May she rest in peace.
My sincere condolences to Paul, Anita and the entire Simonsen family for the loss of your Mum. May she rest in peace.
I offer my sincere condolences to the entire Simonsen family.
Sorry for losing your Mom. Gord & Marg Jibb
To the Simonsen family, We are sorry for this loss within your family and wish you all the best at this time of sadness.
My deepest condolences to the entire Simonsen family. I certainly have many fond memories of Doris and Jens.
Doris, I'll never forget the first time you came to Extendicare, Your Precense will be Greatly Missed and it was an honor to look after you, whenever I hear The Anniversary Waltz I will think of you ?
Paul, Jens and Ben so sorry to hear of your moms passing our thoughts are with you all
Paul, so sorry to here of your loss. Our condolences to you and your family.
Our condolences on the passing of your mother. Gord and Stephanie
Sorry for your loss. I loved taking care of your mom at Victoria and listening to her stories all the senior staff that knew your mom we still talk about her and her stories she is one lady that I will forever miss ❤️RIP Doris ( itchy bum a surprise to come ) was one of her many funny sayings
To the four Boys, and their families. The most sincere condolences to you on the news of Mrs Simonsen, and hopefully the years of memories will dream up many happy thoughts to help with your continue healing.
So saddened to hear of the loss of your mom.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Extendicare-Cobourg
Ben, Chris, Paul, Marc and Families. Sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Sending our sincere condolences. Your mom is in our thoughts and prayers. Larry, Les, Gwen and Frank Bowness
Sorry to hear of your Mum’s passing. Such a long, full life she lived!
Sorry for your loss.
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your Mum. Joe and Sharon
Dear Paul and Anita and Family, So sorry to hear of your Moms passing. She sure sounds like she lived a full and happy life which you do too. Such a proud Mom she must have been. Many thanks to you and your brothers for serving our country. You and all the Family will be in our thoughts.
Mark, Paul, Chris, Ben, and families. My deepest condolences for the loss of your Mother, she was special lady. I have fond memories of visits to the family farm and chats with Doris.
Mark, Paul, Jens, Ben and family, I was fortunate to meet your Mother while passing Cobourg with Julianne and boys enroute home fron hockey. Her humour stone through, despite advancing dementia. Sending our sincere sympathies. Cheryl, Hugh, Kate and Stuart.
Auntie Doe was a large part of my childhood in Alice when she would come and stay with my mum. She could out fish most men and was always a storyteller. I will miss her as she was a shining star in my life. Fly high Auntie Doe.
Our deepest condolences Paul to you and your entire family.
Paul, Anita and family, thinking of you at this difficult time.
Mark, Paul,Chris, Ben and Families, Sorry for your loss. May memories of happier times help you through this difficult time.
Paul, I am saddened to hear of your mom's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time
Our sincere sympathy in the loss of your Mother. I recall going to the farm for visits and we were always welcomed with open arms and a warm heart. May she rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our sincere condolences Paul, Mark, Chris and Ben. I have fond memories of your mom at the farm. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Mark, Paul and the Simonsen family. Sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Such a nice lady when we were at your house “back in the day”. Our condolences.
Our condolences to the family. Your mom is in our thoughts and Prayers.
Paul and family, my sincerest condolences at the loss of your Mum. Sending prayers and thoughts to all during this time.