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In Memory of
Dorothy Esping
1926 - 2020
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cmcfadden24@outlook.com posted a condolence
Thursday, May 14, 2020
I want to convey my heartfelt condolences on the passing of Dorothy. My mother was Fern Kimmerly (nee Thompson). We spent time visiting at your home when younger and have fond memories of being with our extended family. I know you will miss her Laurie and Jeff!
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Don and Patricia Borrowman posted a condolence
Saturday, May 2, 2020
We Extend Our Heartfelt Sympathy To Dorothy’s Family While Unfortunately We Cannot Be With You In Person, We Most Certainly Are In Spirit and Prayer.
As part of the rural farming community and with I, Don beginning at an early age exposed to many of the families in Sandwich South Township and surrounding areas, I would be familiar with many.
My parents Kenneth and Verlie (Dubé) were raised on family farms, Dad on the 4th. Concession of Anderdon Twp. with ancestry arriving from Scotland in the 1800`s and Mom on the Pike Rd., Malden Twp. with ancestry settling there from France via Terrebonne, Québec (Then known as Lower Canada). They would marry and locate to the Oldcastle area in 1934 where Dad would manage the Service Station on southeast corner of Hwy. #3 and Walker Rd. for the Oldcastle Farmer’s Co-op, this being also somewhat of a place for the local farmers, such as Percy Roadhouse and Steve Esping among others to gather.
In 1941, Dad would take employment at Ford Motor Company as a Millwright and we would take residence on the Hugh J. O’Neil Farm on northwest corner of Walker and South Talbot Roads whereby I would gain in my youth further exposure to those in the community while working for Mr. O,Neil, a Wholesale Livestock Dealer, Slaughter House Operator, Farmer and Entrepreneur as he conducted business throughout the area. Many times I have walked that short distance on South Talbot, a gravel road in that era, to home from Walker Rd. when commuting by Greyhound Bus from Windsor and on occasion in the company of Dorothy who would then proceed to her home on the Holden Rd.
In 1948, we would relocate to a new apartment over the Oldcastle Cold Storage, a business owned by Mr. O’Neil and his cousin Doug, on the northeast corner of Hwy.#3 and Walker Rd. and shortly after I would manage this business for them, while my customers would be from the same aforementioned area.
In 1956, my employment interest would take me elsewhere and with my folks we would build a home nearby on Walker Rd, later better identifiable by being across from the Sandwich South Twp. Fire Station after it was built. For over fifty years I would enjoyably appreciate the many acquaintances made during the aforementioned years who in passing and if I was outdoors, they would honk their horn and give a friendly wave.
Now having retired to Niagara Falls to be near daughter Lynne and Family, Patricia and I whole heartedly retain memories of the many friendships made in the Oldcastle and surrounding areas.
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Carol Lawrence posted a condolence
Saturday, May 2, 2020
Dear Laurie, Jeff and families, I was so very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I adored her. I remember when we were in grade school hanging out at your house,( which, by the way, I thought was the coolest house! ). Your mom had the best sense of humor. there was always so much laughter in your home. Your mom was a very lovely lady. My sincerest condolences to you and your families.
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Michelle Brett posted a condolence
Saturday, May 2, 2020
On behave of the Hartley and Brett families we wish to send our sincere condolences. Dorothy was a wonderful and kind friend to mom. Always sending her cards with nice long notes that always brightened mom's day. Mom always has fond memories of the card parties they use to attend/host.
Shirley Hartley, Vaughn and Sharon Hartley, Rob and Linda Hartley, Michelle and Dick Brett
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Cathy Cull posted a condolence
Thursday, April 30, 2020
Being Aunt Dorothy's niece; her friend; her neighbour in my childhood and teenage years; and her flower girl in 1950 has been such a meaningful and loving experience not only for me, but our daughters and their families. Knowing her through her generous heart; love for people; and yes her stories about the community and our family has been an inspiration to all of us creating lasting memories...Thank you Aunt Dot! Our deepest condolences to Jeff and Penny; Laurie and Ed and their families. Love Fred, Cathy, Shannon, Mark, Heidi, Jason, Ava, Avery and Cole.
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Susan Bassett-Gold posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
I am so sorry to read about Dorothy. She often told me stories about her younger years and my relatives - the Banwells, and the Jessops. She always had a smile and a kind word. My condolences to her family and to her church family.
Love, Sue (Banwell) Bassett-Gold
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Laurie Lemmon lit a candle
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Jeff, Penny, Laurie , Ed and families
Sending our heartfelt condolences. Aunt Dorothy was a beautiful, kind and happy person. She will certainly be missed. It’s a difficult time and the current situation compounds it. We hope you can find comfort in all the beautiful memories you have of her.
Love Ron and Laurie Lemmon xo
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Mary flood lit a candle
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Laurie, Ed, Jeff, Penny and families..
Please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of your mother/grandmother and great grandmother.
She was a very loving, caring lady with a big heart..
many fond memories on the farm..
she will be deeply missed..
keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers,
Mary
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Peggy McLean posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Dear Laurie & Ed, Jeff & Penny and your families—so sorry for the loss of your Mother. Many fond memories with your parents and our parents going back and forth for Sunday dinners and card games afterwards. Your Mom always had a hearty laugh which I will always remember. Heaven has gained another angel—and I’m sure there were many there waiting with open arms to greet her❤️. Love from Peggy & Dennis McLean. Xo
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Debra Fuerth posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Richard and Jean Herdman
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Ruth Harnadek posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Besides her place at church, which was primary, I also think of her as part of the Home and School Association at SSNO.6 (Percy McKee) Public School. Loved her and will so miss her. Family is in my prayers.
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Chris Brown lit a candle
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
My condolences. She was such a pleasure to talk to and be around. She will be greatly missed.
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George & Barbara (Thompson) Orban lit a candle
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Dear Esping Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss of Dorothy. She touched so many lives, as she did ours. She will be missed. She always had that beautiful smile & was so kind & encouraging. Know that our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
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Susan Tighe posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Our sincere condolences Laurie and Ed.
Susan & Tom Tighe
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kathy Bellaire posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Our sincere condolences Jeff, Penny and family.
We hope your fond memories help you during this difficult time.
Kathy and Vic Bellaire and family
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Ed Noakes posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
Our sincerest sympathy to Jeff & Penny, Laurie & Ed and their families in your loss. Dorothy will always have a special place in our hearts, from my early days with the AYPA and our many plays that she helped so much in to in theses past few years the many laughs and good times we had during meat pie productions. These memories will never be forgotten. May the many memories which you each cherish be your strength and guiding light in the days ahead. Ed & Eleanor
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Marion Jessop posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 28, 2020
My deepest condolences to Dorothy 's family. She was truly a beautiful soul with a kind word for all. I will remember her smiling face at church on Sundays and at all the church functions. God bless Dorothy and her family.
Sincerely, Marion Jessop
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Tuesday, April 28, 2020
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