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With deep sorrow, the family of Georgina O’Neill (nee Higgs) announces her passing on Friday, November 28th. She passed peacefully in her sleep at 83 years of age.
Predeceased by her beloved husband, John, Georgina is remembered as a devoted and caring mother to Anthony (Cara-Mae) and Patricia; a cherished grandmother to Emily (Andrew), Annie (Tim), Sarah, Kellen, and Torin; and a proud great-grandmother to Adam, Nathan, and Jack. She is also survived by her brother Anthony; her niece and nephew, Hayley and David; and her grand-nephews John, Charles, and Nicholas.
Her warmth, quiet strength, and enduring kindness left a meaningful impact on all who had the privilege of knowing her.
The family will be holding a private service. Donations can be made in her name to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.
We wanted to pass on our sincere condolences on the loss of your loved Mom and Grandmother. Gina babysat our children when they were very young. They are now in their thirties and married. We will always treasure the love and kindness Gina showed to all of us. Such wonderful memories of Gina, John and Nanny! Thinking of all of you. Karen and Randy McAllister
My sincere condolences to all of Georgina’s Family xoxo
Love you oceans and oceans Granny. I know you know that. Adam Nate and Jack have the best people up there looking out for them. Tell grandpa Adam loves baseball as much as he did, tell nanny Nate is more mischievous than I was, and Jack has the most sticky puddys of them all. I know you’re with us everywhere we go.
Granny, I’ll always remember the times we used to sit and have tea together when I was little, the quiet afternoons we spent at the library, and how you would make me warm milk whenever I couldn’t sleep. You always kept old cheese on hand just because you knew it was my favourite, and that small kindness meant the world to me. I will forever miss our lunch and dinner dates with you and Papa, and the trips we took together back home to Cozyburg. Those memories are some of the most special pieces of my heart. I love you with all my heart, Granny. I hope you’re happy and at peace with Papa and Nanny—having tea together again. ♥️♥️
I am so thankful to have had you in my life over the last 13 years Gina. I will cherish the times we got to spend together laughing and celebrating birthdays, Thanksgivings and Christmases or just the random Saturday afternoons going out for lunch or taking a walk at the beach in Cobourg. You and John meant so much to Emmy and I, and I am so thankful to have had another opportunity to spend time with a set of grandparents after my own had passed. We were always there for each other during the good times and the challenges and I am proud to have been counted as part of your family. We will miss you more than you will ever know but you will live on in our hearts in funny stories and little sayings, Christmas carols, cups of tea and plates of cookies, puzzle pieces and scrabble tiles.
Im sorry about my post, it is to say O'Neill, not O'Reilly, spell typos. RIP Gina
Gina, I feel so torn. I am happy you passed peacefully and are reunited with John, but my heart aches that you have gone before Tony, the kids and myself got to see you to say goodbye. You and John welcomed Torin and I into your home, your lives and your family when your son and I fell in love. You wanted me to call you "Mom" and "Dad" (which I did) because you both generated these feelings of love and respect. (I'm just using your names as I write this so I don't confuse anyone who may read it.) I am proud to be part of your family. And I will miss you, Mom. Say hi to Dad from all of us. ❤️ xoxo Cara-Mae
O'Reilly (Higgs) Families, I met John and Georgina when they moved in at Legion Village years ago. I served them often in the dining room, always a laugh mixed in there. They were such a wonderful couple, "Gina" always had a smile. We always had lots of stories to share. She was a kind, sweet lady. Sincere condolences
My only sister was a very loving soul and I will miss her deeply until I pass myself. Mostly we were very kind and loving with each other. We had much empathy and regard with the trials and challenges of ourselves and apart with others. May your soul rest in everlasting divine peace and love with our Holy Father. Amen
I feel you warm in my heart, my dearest Mummy. We had so many good times. Laughed until we were in tears, talked for hours, talked almost everyday for most of my life. I made you proud as punch and also broke your heart. I have come to learn that is what life can do. In death, I hope you are free and peaceful. I hope you have that kittycat you always wanted, and more. Give daddy a punch in the arm for me. Stay here warm in my heart Mum, you are loved eternally there... DeeDee
I love you so so much granny, enjoy dancing with Papa in Heaven xoxo
I love you so much Mom. Now you are with Dad again xxoo