MacCoubrey Funeral Home
30 King St. E., Cobourg
St. Andrew's United Church
Old Danforth Rd., Grafton
St. Andrew's United Church
Old Danforth Rd., Grafton
Vernonville Cemetery
Vernonville
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Around suppertime on Sunday September 29, Mom passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. A true country woman of her time, mother, teacher, farmer, friend, community volunteer, United Church member, and the love of Doug’s life (deceased 2016). Her family learned the importance of respect, kindness, having fun, and community service through the way she lived her life. The outdoors and especially her vegetable and flower gardens were her joyful place where she fulfilled her creativity. Paula found every opportunity to teach a lesson about nature; taking young ones by the hand to learn about a flower; identify birds by their call; and plant seeds for a future harvest.
Paula was born in Pembrooke Ontario to Victor Earl Ives and Olive Mary Mills. The middle child of seven, she excelled at sports and formed close bonds with her siblings. During the depression she spent summers in Vernonville, Ontario with family friends Will and Edith Robson. When travelling to a neighbouring farm for eggs she met Doug Deviney, but it wasn’t until fifteen years later when he (as the school trustee), hired her to be the teacher at the local one room schoolhouse that she fell in love and married the gentleman farmer. Busy days of farming, family and church life carried the years away until Paula and Doug were able to take some time for themselves to travel the world, square dance and enjoy touring the roads in their MGB sports car (license plate GR8 FUN). They were married for 65 years.
Predeceased by her husband Doug (2016). Loving mother of Barb (Al Harnden), Joanne (Brian Connor), Jim ( Deb O’Rourke), Gina ( Ted Jackson), Laurie (Jim Martin). Proud Nana / Grandma of Erin Connor (Ben Sykes), Terry Connor, Jacob Deviney, Jordan Jackson (Jamie Hilditch), Mitchell Jackson (Vanessa Pietrantonio), Rachel Jackson, Hamish Deviney Martin, Cameron Deviney Martin and Elias Deviney Martin. Blessed great Grandmother to Bode Sykes and Ilah Jibb. Dear Sister of Janet Ingall (Roger) and sister in law Ruth Haig (Milton). Pre deceased by siblings, Hubert Ives ( Ruth), Helen Jarvis ( Ernie), Garruth Ives (June), Joan Mackinnon ( Bert), and Beverly Ives as well as sister-in-law Marion Sherwin (Gordon). Many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and neighbours will miss her dearly.
Thank you to the staff at Legion Village who helped make the transition from the farm easier for Mom and Dad. Thank you to the PSWs, Nurses, and recreation staff of Extendicare Cobourg who saw the genuine woman through the dementia and cared for her with respect and kindness. Thank you to Gail Ferguson and Helen Stewart for their companionship during Mom’s time at Legion Village and Cobourg Extendicare. Mom enjoyed her outings and time she spent with both of these women.
Visitation will be held at MacCoubrey Funeral Home in Cobourg (30 King St. E) on Friday October 11, 2024 from 5 - 7 pm. The funeral will be held on Saturday October 12 at St. Andrew’s United Church Grafton at 1 p.m. with visitation at the church from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Interment will follow at Vernonville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Vernonville Cemetery, for either the Heritage (building) or Cemetery fund, or the United Church Mission and Service Fund.
As Mom would say, C’est la vie.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
United Church of Canada - Mission and Service Fund
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
United Church of Canada - Mission and Service Fund
Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a wonderful and kind lady. I remember all our family attending decoration day and attending the get together back at your mom and dads. My parents never missed at year. A heartfelt sympathy to all the Deviney family ❤️ Ann Fitchett and Family.
Joanne and family. So very sorry to hear about the loss of your dear mother. I have many memories of her growing up. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Lynn
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
Barb, Joanne, Jim Gina and Laurie and all the Deviney clan. What a perfect day, it was for your Mom's funeral - a time for family and friends to gather and recall the rich life that Paula lived. The sun shining , the community church, the rural setting , how fitting and restful. I am so grateful for the times that Auntie Paula and Uncle Doug invited our family into their home and family on the farm. Paula's gifts and works as mother, teacher, family supporter and community member so clearly carry on in the next generation . Through her children she is still present .
Laurie, Jim...and family - very sorry for your loss, may her memory be a blessing.
Barb, Al and family, I am sorry to read about your Mother's passing. I know that you have many warm memories to build more memories for your family about your Mom. My thought are with you at this time.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
Barb, Al, Laurie and families sorry to read of your Mom's passing
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
I have so many wonderful memories of our friendship with Paula and Doug . She was always so pleasant and cheerful,ever since our Couples Club days , about 70 years ago.It’s always sad when we lose a friend. Sincerely, Jean Fitchett
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
St. Andrew's United Church, Grafton
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
United Church of Canada - Mission and Service Fund
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
To all the Deviney clan, My deepest condolences on the passing of your mom/ grandmother! Paula was a very gracious and thoughtful woman who will be greatly missed in the community. Paula and Doug were wonderful neighbour's!
Dear family I was sorry to hear of the death of paula. She was a very gracious person who we met through our friendship of her sister joan. May all your happy memories sustain you at this difficult time. Sue and joe la berge.
My heartfelt condolences to the Deviney family...will remember Paula for her warm smile whenever we greeted. A lovely lady
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
To the Deviney family, So sad to hear about your mum! She was a lovely kind lady who always had a warm smile! She will surely be missed.
Paula was a classy woman and was warm and loving to everyone! We used to cross country ski with them in the Northumberland Forrest, with the Knappers and the Armstrongs. Great memories!
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
We are both grateful to have enjoyed meeting both Paula and Doug and experience their welcome and hospitality! Their faith in God was an essential in their life and both a gift and legacy for their family and friends!
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
To Barb Al and all the Deviney clan, sincere condolences from the Finnan clan. That beautiful obituary just speaks of Love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
To the Deviney clan, what a lovely, well written tribute to your Mom. Sending our sincere condolences on her passing.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
To Laurie & family Condolences for the loss of your amazing Mum. What a wonderful life so fully loved and embraced at the family farm. Your Mum’s shared moments are still present in each of you today. John & I felt honoured to celebrate some of that love of life at the United Church dinner. Thank you for sharing a glimpse into your Mum’s treasured world. God Bless …. Love Juliet & John
To all who cherished Mrs. Deviney, we are very sorry for your loss.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
United Church of Canada - Mission and Service Fund
To all the Devineys and Jackson family members Our deepest sympathies. We are so sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace
To all of the Deviney siblings, I have so many wonderful memories of walking over the hill and down the lane to your old homestead. I still dream of it from time to time. Both your parents were always welcoming, busy as they were with all the farming activities. Both of my parents held yours in high regard, as friends and members of the community. You all come from good stock, as my father would say. I send my deepest condolences on your mother’s passing. I know she will be dearly missed by all who knew her. With many fond memories, Mary (Campbell)
Please accept my sincere condolences. Joanne Drury
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
To the Deviney Family, Sending our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear Mother, Lauren and Bruce Maclean
To everyone of the Deviney family our sincere condolences. I can hardly count all of the memories I have of Paula that have accumulated over the years of being a close neighbour, a babysitter, a strawberry picker adviser and a watchful eye of whatever i got into doing at the Deviney farm. Paula was my first and most rewarding egg customer as long as delivered on time and there were no broken eggs which at a young age could be quite a challenge!!! Honesty,diligence, sincerity and most of all being real in life is what I believe Paula taught to everyone she met in a subtle fashion.When I come down the laneway to plant or harvest she is still waving at me. ( maybe to slow the tractor down lol)
Laurie and family We were very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. We remember her from get-togethers many years ago at the Knappers or your Aunt Marion's - she was a lovely lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
So dad to hear of your Mom's passing. Thinking of you all and wishing peace in your time of grief. I feel so blessed to have met her over the years of mingling with all you lovely Deviney's
We are so sorry for your loss. We remember your mother always smiling and so friendly. May your wonderful memories bring you peace.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
Barb, Al and the Deviney family, our sincere condolences for the loss of your mom. A life well lived. Cherish the memories.
Our condolence to the Deviney’s and their families ~ with love Veronica & Paul
The Devine’s Family We are very sorry to hear your Mom/Grandmother has passed way. What a wonderful life she lived and such a great person. Please Accept our condolences May she rest in peace Jane and Dale
To the family we send our condolences and fond memories of your mom. A pillar in many ways of our Grafton/Vernonville community. Judy & Joan
Barb and Al ....Our thoughts are with you and your family during this sad time
Barb, Laura and family. It was our absolute privilege to have included your parents as customers for many years . Gentle and honest folks, always a great experience. Sending condolences and prayers to you and your family.❤️ Janice and Dana
To all of the Deviney Family: Ken and I were saddened to read of Paula's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Jennifer & Ken Litton
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
What an incredible life your Mom had, she was blessed with a loving and attentive family. Sending you my condolences.
I’m so sorry for your loss
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
I was saddened to learn of Aunt Paula's passing, though the somber thoughts are softened by the many fond and joyful memories of her life intertwined with our family's. Aunt Paula was always a kind-hearted, family-oriented head of a fun-loving, active household of 5 children she managed, supported by her husband, Uncle Doug. Our family spent a lot of time over the years with visits to the Deviney farm helping out with some farm chores, spending time with our cousins, and cleaning up dishes -- we usually were there during meal times, often unannounced, but always warmly welcomed by Aunt Paula. She was in some ways a second mother to our family with all the time we spent there. We easily became part of their family, and they became part of ours. We will miss her and her kind spirit. We send our deepest condolences to the Deviney family.
Laurie, Jim, Hamish, Cameron and Elias, Thinking about you all and wishing you peace and comfort, Kristina, Peter, Emily and Ben Nairn
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
For many years your Mom was my near neighbour. One day she asked me, "Were you ever in Pembroke?" When I replied that I was with my Dad who was preaching there Paula told me a story I remember well. "We were on our way to school and we passed some children playing in a sandbox. One little boy looked up at us and said 'hello". I asked, 'Who is that?' My friends said, "Murray"! I always wanted to ask you if that was you!" The last day your Mom was here she was being taken out in a wheelchair. I asked if they could wait just a moment and I put my battery-driven musical keyboard across the chair. Turning it on Paula played a beautiful song from memory. The years in-between were precious and I have so many fond memories. Just loved your Dad's blue MG (as in Murray Griffin). My Condolences and Prayers are with you all. Luv, Murray.
Dear Diviney Family. I extend my heartfelt condolences to All of you. I trust that your special memories will bring comfort and strength during this difficult journey. Take care! Brenda Leonard
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
Dear Barb, Al and All of your family! We are very sorry to hear your mother has passed away! Our deepest condolences to you and the family! You are all in our thought and prayers!
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
United Church of Canada - Mission and Service Fund
Sending our condolences on the passing of your mother. Sorry for loss. Paul, Anita and boys
My condolences to each of you. I have fond memories of your mom from my youth, when I spent time on your farm visiting with Gina.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Church Heritage Fund
The family of Paula Deviney . My sincere condolences to the family and remembering Barb and Al. As a youngster growing up in Grafton , your parents were often involved with the activities of our Church. A loving and gentle couple for us to aspire to. Hold on to the memories. Joan Jibb
Barb and AL and family..please accept our sincere condolences..Rosemary and Jamie Taylor
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
United Church of Canada - Mission and Service Fund
To the Deviney family. So sorry for the loss of your wonderful mom. Gary and Carol Jones
Dear Barb, Jim, Gina and all the Deviney family, I'm sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. It was lovely to read what a wonderful life Paula had. May the many memories warm your hearts and bring smiles to you. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Eileen Sheppard and Mike Pronk
Barb, Joanne, Jim, Gina, Laurie and Families: We were saddened to learn of Paula, she was a wonderful cousin to our family and will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. We are never ready to lose our Mom. I was so privileged to be welcomed at family gatherings through my friendship with Diana. ‘Auntie Paula’ always greeted me with a smile and was interested in what was happening in our lives. She will be remembered with love by many!
We send our sincerest sympathy to all of the Deviney families. Rick & Cecilia
My sincere condolences to Paula’s family. I knew Paula and Doug at Legion Village. Together again❤️
Jim and family, Michele and I offer our condolences.
Dear Deviney family, Sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She sounds like she was one busy lady. Cherish those many wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Paula Regina Rosemary Deviney January 26, 1929 - September 29, 2024 ~ REST IN PEACE ~
My deepest condolences Laurie, Barb and all the Deviney family. Your Mom and Dad were such wonderful giving neighbours. They were so much fun and so caring in every way and know they have passed these qualities to their children and grandchildren. May they both rest in peace together.
Laurie,Barb and families. Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your mom and grandmother. The Gill family
Barb, Al and the Deviney family We are sorry to read about the passing of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Gina ,Ted and family. My condolences in the loss of your Mother. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
My sincere condolences to all your family, with the loss of Paula, who I have known for over half a century. Her picture reflects the serene nature of this well-loved woman. May she rest in peace. Marian Davidson.
To all of the family; Paula was a wonderful inspiration to all who met her. You all have been blessed to have them guide you in life. Your hearts will be full of memories and love forever ❤️ Karen and Ed Shaw
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Our condolences to the Devine’s family from Marisa Gunness and the Carlucci family. May Paula rest in peace and to the Devine’s family cherish the memories.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
United Church of Canada - Mission and Service Fund
I saddened to hear of the recent passing of my neighbor, Paula Deviney. After I bought a piece of land from Doug and Paula in 1989, where I eventually built my house and still reside today. I had the pleasure of visiting them on many occasions and was always greeted with Paula's smile, a cup of tea and a few home made cookies. My deepest condolences to Barb, Joanne, Jim, Gina and Laurie and to all the family members. May she rest in peace.
Sincerest sympathy to your family on the passing of your mom. My mother was raised by the Ives family in Colborne after the death of her mother. She was very close to your aunt Helen and attended school with your father. Your parents were both there to attend my parents funerals. May God bless you all.
Dear Barb and family, my condolences to all. Your mom was a very beautiful lady. I loved to talk to her and your dad. I was always so happy when I had to go there to pick up or give Jerry his lunch. I loved to talk to your mom about her beautiful flower garden. She will be missed. All my love to all.
Barb my sincerest condolences on the passing of your mom. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Our sincere condolences to Barb and Al, and the Deviney family.
Sorry to here of your Moms passing Barb. Our thoughts are with you and family. May she RIP.
Barb, my thoughts are with you She sounds like she was quite a force of nature and I am sorry for your loss. Krista
I offer my sincere condolences to the Deviney family on the passing of your matriarch.
Barb and AL and your extended family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Rest peacefully Mrs. Deviney
So very sorry for your family's loss. Sincere condolences to all of you.
Jim and family . You have our sorrows . Kevin and JoAnn
Sincere condolences to all of the Deviney families on the passing of your Mom. Paula was a lovely woman and I always enjoyed seeing her in church, and if you had the time to listen, she usually had a story to tell. She will be greatly missed by her family, friends and all who knew her. All the family have so many wonderful memories to share and keep close to their hearts. Rest in peace sweet lady and fly with the angels.
It is with a heavy heart that read Aunt Paula’s obituary. I have so many happy memories from my childhood when we would visit the Deviny house on weekends and holidays and later during my summer school breaks after my parents bought a house a few km away from theirs. If you were at their house you had to pitch in - I learned how to milk a cow , drive a car off road , collect the bails of hay in August and help stack it in the barn for the livestocks winter feed, pick cucumbers every 3rd day for Bicks Pickles - #’s 1,2and 3 ( refers to the size of the cucumbers ) and having tomatoe fights with my cousin Jim . I would do it again in a heart beat . My condolences to my cousins .
Laurie, Jim and family. Our deepest condolences on the loss of your mother. Although she’s really not lost, she lives on in each of you. It is easy to see where you got your family values and love of the outdoors from. May she rest in peace and live on in your hearts.❤️??
To Barb and all of her Family, sincere sympathy and love at his time. All of you are a testament to your Mum confirming her to be a wonderful and dedicated woman. Your Mum has left her legacy to the world in each of you.
Dear Barb, Al and the Deviney family, Our sincerest condolences on the loss of your Mom. Know that our thoughts are with you.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
United Church of Canada - Mission and Service Fund
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all at this sad time. Jen xo
Dear Deviney family, You are in our thoughts at this time of loss. Paula was a sweet lady and easy to appreciate. All the best to you, her dear family.
To all the Deviney family: my most sincere condolences on the loss of your most precious mom! Keep her warmly in your hearts, speak her name often and smile when you do for a part of her is in you all!
Our sincere condolences to all the Deviney's. We have so many fond memories of your mom at the farm. Sending love and hugs.
Sending my most sincere sympathy in the loss of your Mom. As a very young girl I often saw your Mom at my Dad’s store or at some event in the village. She always was so pleasant and I can’t ever remember seeing her without a lovely smile & dressed to perfection. I thought she was one of the most beautiful women around & she was oh so humble! She certainly left a very positive impression on me as a child and this never changed. She & your Dad were a lovely couple & gave so much of themselves in everything they were involved in. You all must have wonderful memories of such kind and loving. parents. My thoughts are with all of you at this time. Remember the happy times .. and you must have so many.
My deepest condolences.
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all. Sincerely Guy and Neva Moore
Dear Barb & Al, What a lovely mom you have. It is clear she influenced many for good. And, you and your family are continuing her love of community. All the best in the coming days and weeks as you start a new path without her.
Laurie and family,our hearts go out to you all at this sad time. May wonderful memories ease your loss. God Bless.
To the Deviney family, please accept our condolences, your friends/neighbors
The whole Chapman is very sad to hear of Binney’s passing. Love and condolences to all of you. ❤️
so sorry to hear of your mothers passing another generation is gone her memories will fill the times when you think of her in the coming days
Our heartfelt condolences on the passing of my second Mom!!! Mrs. D. was an incredible Mom, wife, grandma!!!
To the entire Deviney Family…please accept our sincere condolences. Joe and Sharon Wamsley
Rest peacefully with a "Hot" cup of tea. You were such an inspiration to so many. Always Joyful and Welcoming to my family. You will be deeply missed. The Ferguson Family
Deviney Families, So saddened to learn the news today of Paula. Always enjoyed the family gatherings after Decoration Day in Vernonville. She always had a smile and a lil story to share with me as long as I can remember. Condolences , she will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Sincerely, Michelle & Jorden
Laurie and Jim Condolences, sorry to hear the news. Remember the amazing memories.
Barb, my sincere condolences to you and your family. Having lost my Mom this year, I know the ache all too well. What a beautiful tribute your family has shared and what a wonderful life your mom lived. May time shared together and warm memories ease your sadness in the coming days.
To the Deviney family I am so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all during this difficult time. ?
Paula and Doug's families. I worked with Paula and Doug in church work and enjoyed their friendship. What they lived they believed in. May Paula now enjoy their reunion in Heaven to fly with the angels.
So sorry to hear. Thinking of you and yours at this difficult time. I know you will cherish the memories of the wonderful woman she was.
Joanne so very sorry to hear of your Mothers Passing . Pete and I send our Deepest Condolences. Thinking of you all at this time. ??
Jim and Family, I'm sending you my condolences in the recent loss of your Mother. Thinking of you at this time.
Sending our love and hugs to you and your family Barb? Thinking of you
Sending love and condolences at this sad time. You have many wonderful memories , cherish these and keep them close to your hearts. You are all a loving caring family who have followed in your parents footsteps, who could ask for more. Continue to live a full rewarding life, following in their footsteps. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
On behalf of myself and the Florinski family we would like to convey our condolences. Your mother was a great woman and I have fond memories of her kindness! She will be missed but never forgotten....
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
United Church of Canada - Mission and Service Fund
To the entire Deviny family my sincere condolences on the passing of your loved one, may she have the rest she deserves.
Sincere condolences. Thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
Barb, Joanne, Jim, Gina, Laurie & families - So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Sorry to hear of your Mom's passing, Gina. She was a great lady and will be missed at family outings for sure. Brenda and Neil Manley
My deepest condolences on the loss of your Mom. She was an amazing woman, friend to many including my family, her love for Doug, her children and the community has inspired me for many years. Sending love and hugs to all of you at this time ?
To the Deviney families, Miles and I are very sad to hear of your mom’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences. Connie and Miles
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Vernonville Cemetery Board
I'm sorry to hear of your mom's passing, she was a great person
Condolences to all of the Deviney family. Thinking of you all. ? Jeanie Haig
My deepest condolences on your loss of your Mom. May your many memories give you comfort in the days ahead.