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Sunday, November 2nd, 2025, Yvonne passed away at Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice.
Yvonne is survived by her beloved son Philip Arthur Stover, his wife Tammy and her cherished grandchildren Connor and Lachlan.
Predeceased by her parents Lisle and Edith Way and her sisters Renie Simpson and Dorothy Dorland.
Yvonne was a graduate of Queen’s University and post graduate of the University of Toronto. She held Ministry of Education Specialist Certification in Special Education. Throughout her 35 year career with the Northumberland and Newcastle Board of Education, she taught every elementary grade level, worked as an Exchange Teacher in the UK, served as Special Education Resource in the Consultants’ office and retired as a principal. She was a member of various provincial committees with the Ontario Federation of Women Teachers.
As an Exchange Teacher, she was presented to the Queen Mother with Margaret Thatcher in attendance, received by the Bishop of Westminster and the Canadian High Commissioner. As the guest of the local Member of Parliament she attended the sitting House of Commons. She and Philip travelled extensively and on weekends explored London ‘on foot’ and on the ‘tube’. They made life long friendships.
She was a member of various local volunteer boards including the Cobourg Historical Society, the Cobourg Library Board, Art Gallery and Probus Club. She is a past president of the Northumberland Hills Hospital Auxiliary.
Yvonne loved wild flowers and her annual Mother’s Day wildflower hike (rain or shine) with Philip. Her favourite holiday was heli-hiking in the Cariboo Mountains and later exploring the Churchill Tundra with Philip.
She spent years researching her family ancestry with visits to Scotland, Ireland and Price Edward County ancestral homes and farms. She treasured her family antiques collection.
Her many travels included the Baltic, the Black Sea, Norway, Austria, Finland, Russia, Holland, France, Germany, Alaska and the Yukon.
As a youngster she could never have imagined that one day she would stand on the very spot where Columbus was given permission by Queen Isabella to sail to the “New World” or from a gondola to see Marco Polo’s home in Venice.
In keeping with Yvonne’s wishes, a private family service will take place. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Northumberland Hills Hospital or Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice would be appreciated by the family.
The family would like to thank all of the staff at Extendicare Port Hope, Northumberland Hills Hospital and Ed’s House Northumberland Hospice for their compassionate care of Yvonne.
Tammy, Phil, Connor, Lachlan, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time, Wendy and Wayne
Phil, Tammy and family Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mother. We are thinking of you and your family.
My condolences to you and your family. I was privileged to get to know Yvonne as I cleaned her house. Thinking of you all.
Phil, Tammy, Lachlan and Connor, Our sincerest condolences, I had a few chats with your mother, and they were very pleasant and I know many spoke very highly of her, including my parents feelings for her. She has left a legacy of a great family and made a positive impact on many groups and individuals. Thinking of you all.
Philip, I loved your mom, right from the days when I used to babysit you on Hawthorne. Also so fondly remember your dad, Art. I tried to find your mom on FB a couple of years ago, wish I’d made more of an effort to get in touch. I love all the things you did together. And hey, you and Steve went across the tracks?!
Phil was my very first friend as a child. We played together on Maplewood and Hawthorne with our scooters and mustang bikes. Later Phil and I would go explore along the lake or over the train tracks or in the back woods. We would usually get into some trouble together. Yvonne - but I always remembered her as Mrs Stover, was like a 2nd mom. She always had a a smile. I remember Phil's 4th birthday party when Mrs Stover tripped and the birthday cake fell upside down on the floor. We ate it anyways. Phil, I have fond memories of our youth . Your mom was a big part of that. All the best to you and your family. Steve
Philip, Tammy, Connor & Lachlin: My condolences to each of you. The photo that you chose is "so Yvonne" with her inquisitive eyes and her beautiful smile. She was truly an amazing person who was always on a quest to enhance her knowledge. She was kind, generous and gracious. She will be missed by so many who called her a "friend".
Tammy, Phil & Family, My condolences to you all on the passing of Yvonne. Yvonne and I had many nice chats either at The Bank or out n' about in Cobourg. May she now rest in peace.
Philip, Tammy & Boys, I first knew Yvonne in 1955-'56, 70 years ago when we shared weekly trips to and from Peterborough Teacher's College. Then many years on the local. Education scene and latterly when I was entrusted with Chelsea their beloved dog many times. In visits back and forth over the years, family was so very important to her. A memorial gift will be made to Ed's House in honour of our long friendship. Be extra kind to yourselves.
Philip, Tammy & boys, I'm so sorry to hear this sad news! I've known Yvonne for many years, since meeting her in Brighton when I worked for Dr. Dunnett, many years ago. I also knew her sister, Renie. It was such a nice surprise when she moved next door where we lived in the Forest Hill community, off Ontario St., north of Cobourg. I visited her a few weeks ago in Port Hope, and am so glad I did. Thinking of you in this difficult time.
Yvonne was a warm, caring, competent individual and a pleasure to work with in her role on the NHH board and as a volunteer. Deepest condolences to the family.
Tammy, Phil, Connor and Lachlan. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom and grandma. She sounds like a very special woman who touched very many lives. Stovers are special people that we have been lucky to call friends. We will pray for your family to find peace in these hard times. ❤️
Hi Phil and Tammy and Connor and Lachlan So very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom, mother in law and Grandmother!!!! Plwase give me a call Phil so we can visit!!! Love Farmer Steve and Marlene
Tammy, Phillip and family, deepest condolences from our family to yours. May fond memories bring you comfort at this sad time.
Yvonne was a lovely person and I send my sincere condolences to her family.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
Philip, Tammy, Connor, and Lachlan, Yvonne was highly regarded teacher and principal with the local Board of Education. She was a wonderful person who was well respected by so many people. She lived a wonderful life with her extensive travel experiences and her many volunteer endeavours. My sincere condolences to your family. Yvonne Ashley Stover Green May 23, 1934 - November 2, 2025 "Rest in Peace"
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
St. Peter's Anglican Church
Phil, Tammy, Connor and Lachlan. We are sorry to hear about the loss of your mother and grandmother. Thinking about you at this difficult time. Debra, Corby and Natalie
Phil, Tammy, Connor and Lachlan So very sorry to hear Yvonne‘s passing. I feel like I’ve known her my whole life. She taught me in grade school. She was a principal at Merwin Greer when my three kids as you know attended, and then I still got to visit with her at the back door when she would pick up Connor and Lachlan from daycare. She was a lovely lady and I’m sure she’ll be missed. Keep your memories close to your heart and she’ll always be with you. Jane,Wayne and family
My deepest condolences you and your family. What a wonderful, caring and giving person she was! She was always kind, ready to give a hand or support to others and smiling all of the time. I feel very blesses to have known her.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Northumberland Hills Hospital Foundation
Yvonne was indeed a very special lady. She was one of the first people I met at NHH as a volunteer and was always so gracious and kind. We enjoyed many giggles together at various Auxiliary events and she will be missed by so many. What a treasure she was! Brenda and Chris
Wow, what a life she lived. My favorite teacher in grade 3 Central school. Years later at St. Peter's church she told me she kept a Get Well letter I had written to her in grade 3. She had a way of making us all feel special. Many blessings to her family. Wendy Southward
Dear Philip and Family, your Mom and my Mom, Lorraine Vodden were best of friends growing up. They lived in a side split home and had a secret way of communicating thru an attic opening. Your Mom wrote wonderful stories for my sisters (Thompson girls) that gave us an insight into our Mom’s life. Unfortunately we lost her very early in our lives. I will be forever grateful that she shared those stories with us. My very sincerest condolences on your loss. Cathy Thompson
Dear Phil, Tammy and your boys I’m so sorry to read about her passing. Sending my deepest condolences and thinking of you all Fiona and Riley
Condolences to all of Yvonne’s family and friends. My mother ( Betty Morris) remembers meeting Yvonne over 60 years ago when they both taught at the old Thomas Gillbard school. Years later Yvonne hired me into my first teaching job at Merwin Greer PS. We both remember her as a kind and generous woman who achieved much in her life.
Tammy, Phil and Family Yvonne certainly achieved much in her lifetime and was an adventurous soul. Condolences to you all.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Tammy and Phil So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom.
I admired this amazing lady so much. I can't count the number of stories I wrote about wonderful things that were happening at the school, at the library, at the hospital, at so many places, where her name figured prominently. Her biography reads like a Marco Polo voyage of discovery but, along the way, she also enriched many other lives
Yvonne was a wonderful teacher and human being. I am sorry for your loss.
Dear Phil,Tammy,Connor and Lachlan, I only met Yvonne a few times but she impressed me as someone bright, elegant and curious. She obviously had a tremendous career as a teacher and in later life gave back generously as a volunteer in her community. Michael and I and the whole family send our love and support to you all at this time.
I remember Yvonne as an active member of the Inner Wheel Club of Cobourg. Always friendly and beautifully presented, we enjoyed her friendship and contributions to our activities. Yvonne made many contributions to the lives of her students and to this community through involvement. She will be remembered fondly.
Philip, Tammy, Connor and Lachlan. We are thinking of you all during this difficult time. May your many great memories help. Sincerely, Merna and Ken
Mrs. Stover was my grade 2 teacher at George Street Central School. My Favourite teacher, she was always kind and loving. Sending my condolences to her family at this difficult time .
Mrs. Stover was my Grade 2 teacher. I often think that my career as a primary teacher was the result of my love for her as a teacher. I have such fond memories of her kind and patient manner. When I was a student teacher at Merwin Greer, she was the principal and became a role model and mentor. I was very fortunate to learn from such a gifted educator. Many years later, Mrs. Stover dropped by my parents’ house while I was visiting and presented me with a Bo-Peep doll from her doll collection. She had told me that she always thought of me when she saw the doll and wanted me to have it. Thinking of you all as you navigate the loss of such a wonderful woman. Debra Hubbel Leguard
I was very fortunate to meet Yvonne as a member of Inner Wheel. She was such a lovely, warm and thoughtful woman. I am in receipt of many gracious notes in her remarkable penmanship. She never failed to show her appreciation. As you and your family navigate this trying time, remember how admired she was and how grateful we are for having had her touch our lives. With heartfelt sympathy, Brian & Cheri Milner
My sincere condolences to the Stover Green family at this difficult time. Mrs. Stover was my grade 3 teacher when Thomas Gilbard School was called Central School in Cobourg. She was a wonderful kind and caring teacher. She will be missed.
Phil and Tammy, sorry for your loss.
We enjoyed annual backyard BBQ's and food. Always enjoyable evenings. Doug and Erica. our smiles are with you. She will be missed.
Philip, Tammy and family. We are so sorry to hear of Yvonne’s passing. She was such a vibrant woman who certainly showed service above self. Philip as an only son always cherish the wonderful memories of a mom who not only loved you but considered you a best friend. She will be missed especially her wonderful smile. Sincerely Tony and Carol
Phil, Tammy, and boys my sincerest condolences to all of you during your time of grief. So sorry for your loss.
My condolences to Yvonne’s family. We worked together when she was VP at Gummow and later as principal colleagues. I always appreciated her friendly smile and genuine caring for everyone. A wonderful person. She will be missed.
Our thoughts are with Philip and family at this difficult time. Rick and Nancy
A special lady who I enjoyed seeing in the halls of the hospital during her many years of volunteer service. Wishing her family peace at this sad time.
Phil, Tammy, Connor & Lochlin Sending condolences on the loss of your Mom & Grandmother. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Marilyn & Penny Stevenson
To Yvonne’s family, my sincere condolences for your loss. I worked with her at the Board office. She was a wonderful person.
All through life if anyone were to ask who my favourite teacher was without hesitation I would answer Mrs. Stover, grade 3, Central School. Painted her a paper weight rock for her 34th birthday earned a huge hug. I let Bill know who “Mrs. Green” was and how much she was loved even after 50 plus years he let her know who he was married to and I received a hug each time he saw her. Her beautiful smile will never be forgotten, as well as her beautiful spirit. Sending heartfelt condolences Philip to you and your family.
Phillip I remember you from Queens University days when you used to give my daughter Ardyth a ride. I am sorry that there is no opportunity for me to tell you personally how highly I regarded your mother. She was a wonderful person and teacher who was highly regarded by everyone in the school system. My sincere sympathy in your loss. Bob Moorcroft. Former Chief Superintendent Northumberland Newcastle Board of Education
We are saddened to hear of Yvonne’s passing. Yvonne was a wonderful volunteer, and we are grateful for her 21 years of volunteerism with the Northumberland Hills Hospital Auxiliary from 2000 to 2021. On behalf of the NHH staff, volunteer team and NHH Auxiliary board we send our condolences to Yvonne’s loved ones.
My deepest condolences Philip to you & your family .. Evonne was a wonderful soul .. she was my school teacher at Thomas Gillbard School & I also worked for her & her late husband George at Meadowvale Centre .. again my condolences!! 🙏🏽
Mrs Green was a wonderful principal when my daughter attended Merwin Greer. She is still , after all these years remembered with fondness for her dedication and kindness .
Philip, Tammy and boys...Yvonne was such a lovely woman. She taught me in Grade 2 at Thomas Gilbard School and I have memories of her as a teacher that all of the children at that school respected. Yvonne was a member of The Inner Wheel Club of Cobourg, so we shared some wonderful time serving the community. She had such a beautiful smile that was forever present. So many memories will carry you through this difficult time. Truly a special lady. With sincere sympathy, Linda Cable Marr
I am sorry for your loss. Condolences to you and your family
Yvonne was a wonderfully dedicated NHH Auxiliary volunteer and I was proud to serve with her. She was a clever and classy woman and she will be missed. Philip, you made her proud. Be kind to yourself.
Yvonne was my teacher in Grade 3. Through her social studies program we learned about many countries which fostered my love of travel. We also learned how to conduct a meeting through regular Red Cross and Audubon Club meetings at school. Later in both our careers Yvonne was a much appreciated primary consultant and then the Principal of Merwin Greer School where I taught kindergarten. Yvonne and I shared many sailing stories as we had both enjoyed the sport at the Cobourg Yacht Club. I am so fortunate to have known this gracious woman. My sincere sympathies. Liz
I had the honour of serving on Northumberland Hills Hospital Board when Yvonne was the Auxiliary representative. Yvonne was a committed volunteer, always prepared and she carried herself with such grace. My condolences to the family.
I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with the family