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Surrounded and wrapped by the unwavering love of her family, Pauline (LPZ) departed from this world in the early afternoon of 20 Sep 2024, at Oakcrossing Long Term Care in London, ON. She was predeceased by her parents, Allan and Yvonne Peters, her eldest child, Sandra Payne, her estranged husband, Howard Payne, both of her sisters Ruth Tinkess (nee Peters) and Jane Rathbun (nee Peters), as well her brother-in-law Murray Payne and sister-in-law Ruth Caswell (nee Payne) and their spouses.
She is lovingly remembered and missed by her numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Pauline's values live on through her daughters Patricia Davidson of Cobourg, Margo Langan (John) of London, Nancy Payne (Stephen) of London, Julie Kent of Simcoe and son Jeff (Megan) of Spallumcheen. Pauline is also survived by her grandchildren, great and great-great: John Davidson of Cobourg, Alethea Davidson of London, Joshua Langan (Rachel) of Etobicoke, Victoria Langan of London, Ashleigh Hatton-Kent (Ben) of Omemee, Kristoffer Kent (Ryan) of Vancouver, Conor Payne (Bailey) of West Kelowna, Nikita Payne of Spallumcheen. Lily-Ann Davidson of London, Charlize and Yvonne Langan of Etobicoke, Lucas and Harper Hatton-Kent of Omemee, Jakob Davidson-Rawlins of London.
Pauline was born 18 May 1928, in what was known in the family as "The Mudhouse" at Maple Grove Farm (now part of the Batterwood Estate) in Canton. When Pauline was three, her father Allan sold the property and moved the family to Spruceholm farm in Morrish. Pauline attended schools at Morrish and Bunker Hill receiving extra tutoring which enabled her early enrolment at Port Hope High School. At 15 years old she was accepted at Danforth Technical School in Toronto where she graduated from their Dress Design/Making program in 1946 returning home to work at a tailoring shop in Port Hope.
On 21 Jun 1950, Pauline married Howard and lived at Payne Lea Farm on Lakeshore Rd east of Port Granby raising six children. In 1977, they moved the farm to Coldsprings later ‘retiring’ to London. Pauline continued to live in London until her move to the Oakcrossing Retirement Living Residences and later their Long Time Care facility. She served as the Secretary of the Residency Council from 2020 - 2024 and engaged with residents in activities such as puzzles, colouring, arts & crafts, BINGO, Guggenheim and occasionally yoga (led by her daughter Nancy). Pauline was always quick-witted & generous with her advice, often leaving people laughing. Her passions were perfection (especially in making beds), nice cream (any flavour), driving fast (back & forth to piano, skating or swimming lessons etc. with kids) and enjoying a Wendy's Frosty (usually eaten with french fries).
The family wishes to express their profound gratitude to staff at Oakcrossing Long Term Care facility, and to Westview Funeral Chapel and Mount Pleasant Cemetery in London, for their exceptional care and support. Pauline's interment will be at Canton Cemetery at a future date.
Donations, in lieu of flowers, to Riverside United Church, 695 Riverside Drive, London, ON N6H 2S3.
Dear Nancy and Family, my deepest and sincere condolences to you all. Your Mom was one classy lady. My mom would say Pauline looked like she cam out of a hat box! Lots of great memories... cherish them all.
Patricia "I am thinking of you and sending my sincere condolences. May you find peace and comfort in the love of those around you."
We will miss your mum's wonderful spirit, intellect, and humour. El Peezee was one of a kind and a lovely, lively spark. I enjoyed knowing her.
Sorry to hear of Pauline's passing. We grew up in the same neighbourhood. My parents' farm was just east of her parents. My maiden name was Osborne. I worked at the service centre on the 401 with Sandra, Patty and Margo. My thoughts are with the family.
Please accept our sympathies on the passing of your mother. Wishing you peace and comfort at this time Our sincerest condolences Nadine and Greg Parker
Dear Patricia I'm sooooo sorry for the loss of your dear Mother. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. ❤️ Tammy ❤️
Dear Patricia, Thank you for sending the sad news of your Mother’s death. We send you our condolences from the west coast. It seems the characteristic strengths of her Peters’ ancestry will add more legends to the family history. Thinking of you, Susan H
I send my sincere condolences during this time of sorrow. The Bible gives a comforting hope promising that your loved one will come to life again on a beautiful paradise earth when death will be no more in John 5:28, 29 and Revelation 21:4.
My sincere condolences to all the members of Pauline. I had the great priviledge of knowing Pauline. Spending time with her was always a joy with her many stories, laughter and car rides to get ice cream or a Wendys frosty. I will miss her as a friend but hold many memories of her.
I am truly fortunate to have known her. My condolences to her family. Peter
Glen and I are thinking of all her family at this time