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With sadness and gratitude for a life well lived, we mark the passing of Doreen at The Golden Plough Lodge, Cobourg, Ontario.
Loved Mother of Eric Buttar (Carol) and Nancy Beatty. Doreen was the daughter of the late Clarke and Leotus McKinlay. Predeceased by her Husband Wallace Buttar; Brothers Reg McKinlay (the late Alice), Ron McKinlay (Edith), Paul McKinlay (Margaret). Survived by Sisters Marian Davidson (the late Sam) and Margaret Cameron (the late Harold).
Proud Grandmother of Kristen Lalande (Chris), Darryl Buttar (Jen), Craig Buttar (Randi-Lee), Melissa Provost (Matt), Nicole Beatty-Lourens (Damien), Ashley Beatty, Felicia Franco-Garcia (Christian). Cherished Great-grandmother of 16 great-grandchildren. Lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends.
The family would like to thank all the staff at The Golden Plough Lodge for their love, compassion and care to Doreen throughout the years and in her final days on Earth. Though we mourn her passing, we take comfort in the knowledge that she is now at Peace with our Heavenly Father.
A Celebration of Life will be held in the MacCoubrey Funeral Home Reception Centre on Friday January 24th from 1:00pm - 4:00pm with words of remembrance being shared at 2:00pm.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Society and to the Golden Plough Lodge.
Interment in the spring at Plainville United Church Cemetery.
Eric, Carol and family, Thinking of you at this time of sadness. All your memories can help you get through the grief. Our sincere condolences.
Eric Carol and Nancy sorry for your loss
Our condolences to Eric, Carol and families in your recent loss. May your memories of happy times together bring you comfort and peace at this difficult time.
My sympathy to Doreen's family . Remembering the good times to together at Christmas at Plainville church and our trip with Doreen & Wallace to British Columbia. With love EdithMcKinlay
Our sincere Condolences Craig, Randi-Lee, & Hadley.
Dear Eric, Carol, Nancy and families. I am extending my condolences to you all. May your memories provide comfort during this sad time.
Dear Eric, Carol, Nancy and your entire family, Thinking of you and the many memories you made together during Doreen's lifetime. Sincere condolences to all of during your period of mourning. Doreen Buttar December 9, 1926 - January 3, 2025 - REST IN PEACE -
Eric, Carol, Nancy and families, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear Mom. What a long life of memories you all have to draw comfort from.🌹
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Alzheimer Society
Our sincere condolences to Eric,Nancy and Families. Although your Mother had a long and beautiful life it is always hard to say goodbye to a Matriarch! May She Rest in Peace. Allan and Debbie Elder
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Golden Plough Lodge Residents Fund
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Golden Plough Lodge
THe Buttar family , please accept my condolonces to you. Doreen was a true and faithful servant to Plainville United Church. Cecil and I have fond memories of being together in Florida. Lots of laughs as we holidayed among friends. Hold these memories close. Joan J.
Eric,Carol, Nancy and families 0ur condolences on your Mothers passing . A life well lived.
Sincerest sympathy to all the family on the passing of Doreen. May she rest in peace.
Evor and I extend our sincere condolences to Nancy, Eric, Carol and your family with the loss of Mrs. Buttar. She was a lovely and gracious lady. Take care. Evor and Brenda Leonard
Eric, Nancy and families. So sorry about your mother and grandmother passing. Many memories of my Plainville years. Those McKinlay girls were definitely made of good stuff. RIP Doreen.
We are so sorry for your loss The family is in our thoughts and prayers
Eric, Nancy and families. So very sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Doreen and Wallace were part of our community for so very long it leaves a big gap. Please take comfort in the memories of your family when you were all together and living life to the fullest. Karen & Dale Hall
My condolences to the family on your loss of a lovely lady.
Condolences to the Buttar family.
Eric ,Carol, Nancy and families. Please accept my condolences after hearing about your Mom. Doug Linton
Eric, Carol and families. Please accept our condolences on the passing of your mom. May happy memories provide you all comfort during this time. Don and Karen
To Eric, Nancy and the Buttar family - So sorry to hear about Doreen's passing. What a life well-lived! On behalf of my sisters Marion and Arlene are thoughts and prayers are with you. Coralee Vass (nee Buttars)
Our sincere condolences to Carol and all the family. Cherish the beautiful memories you have! Sincerely Tom & Carol Ann
Sending my condolences to Nancy and family. Sorry for your loss.❤️
Our deepest sympathies to Eric, Carol and family on the passing of Doreen. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Ken and Karen
So sorry for your loss. Sending condolences to all.
We are saddened to hear of Doreen's passing. Our condolences go out to the entire family.
Doreen used to stop regularly at the farm to see our Mom( Luella ) and make a cheerful time for both of them. So much appreciated. Gord & Marg Jibb
Sincere condolences to Eric, Nancy and families, I’m sure Aunt Doreen will at last be at peace with her mind and body now stilled.
We were saddened to hear about this. Sending condolences to the entire Buttar family.
Sending our condolences to the the Buttar family at this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish all those good memories. Wendy and Rick
So very sorry to hear of Doreens passing. Our heartfelt thoughts are with you at this time
My deepest sympathy to the Buttar Family. I first met Doreen while attending Trinity Church. We became friends sharing conversations and jokes. I will always remember the homemade marmalade she shared with me. Rest in peace Doreen. Bonnie
Eric and family so sorry for your loss
Dear Eric, Carol, Nancy and families, We are saddened to learn of the passing of your mother and grandmother. She was a lovely lady and will be missed. We wish you warm memories and peace at this time of loss.
Eric, Carol & family, Nancy & family, so sorry for the passing of Doreen, she sure had a long life. K eep the good memories close. Sympathy to all, take care! 💞
Eric & Carol so sorry for your loss. Keep your memories close. Thinking of you and the boys.
Thinking of you Eric,Nancy and your families at this time.
Dear Eric, Nancy & families As I read this I have to smile because your Mom/Grandma had a great life. She always made me stop and think as she spoke about so many of the interesting things that were important to her. She lived life her way and always made me smile while talking about her family. The love she had for all of you and your choices in life always came up in part of our conversations. Rest easy Doreen Sending heartfelt condolences to all.
Our sincere condolences to you, Eric and Carol, and Nancy, and your entire families. Fond memories of Doreen and Plainville Church
My condolences to the entire Buttar Family
Eric, Carol, Nancy, all the grandchildren and great-grandchildren, please accept our most deepest sympathy in your loss. Sending our love to all of you.
Many fond memories of Doreen in the Plainville Choir, and other church and community activities. Neil and Brenda Manley
Eric, Nancy and all your families. How proud Aunt Doreen would be if she could survey her legacy of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren who are thriving in a competitive world. She set a fierce example of grit and determination, herself excelling at many domestic and farm duties while contributing generously to the Plainville community. She is fondly remembered. May she rest in peace!
Our condolences on the loss of your Mother, Eric (Carol) and Nancy. Craig, (Randi Lee), Ashley, Nicole and other Grandchildren hold fond memories in your heart forever! ❤️
Dear Buttar and Beatty families - my sincere condolences to you all. Your mom was such an icon in our community, and a fine example for so many ! She will be greatly missed! Carol
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Doreen was a lovely person and a beautiful soul. May she always be with you in the loving memories she left behind. Sincerely John & Marriann