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HELEN JEAN DERRANE (SIMMS)
Date of Passing: Aug 28, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryHELEN JEAN DERRANE (nee SIMMS) Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at St. Joseph's Hospital, on Tuesday, August 28, 2012, after a brave and short fight with cancer. She joins her beloved husband of 42 years, Patrick Joseph Derrane (2011). Loving mother of Rachel (Michael) Shaye and Sarah (Daniel) Merriam. Fun-loving Grandma of Laura, Patrick, Jacob and Joseph. Dear sister of Joan, Hayward, Griffin, Robert, Thomas, Lorraine, and Elizabeth. Loving daughter of the late Hayward and Eileen Simms. Friends may call at the CRESMOUNT FUNERAL HOME, Upper James Chapel , 1020 Upper James St., Hamilton, ON on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time at 11:00 a.m. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the A.L.S. Society of Hamilton. Special thanks to staff at St. Joseph's Hospital for their compassionate care. Helen was a wonderful wife, mother, sister and friend. She was a devoted social worker, bridge player and a lifelong fan of the Toronto Blue Jays. Until we meet again, may God hold you in the Palm of His Hand CRESMOUNT FUNERAL HOME Upper James Chapel - Hamilton, ON
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 01, 2012
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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I remember Helen from Bowater House days, mostly recall her joking and laughing. My sincere condolences to her family. - Posted by: Dana Mccarthy (MUN student days) on: Sep 29, 2012
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I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother, Helen. I first met Helen when I moved to Ottawa from Newfoundland in 2003. She interviewed me for a replacement social work position with the McHugh School, Royal Ottawa Hospital. You can imagine how comforting it was to meet a fellow Newfoundlander when I moved to a new city. I was even more delighted to get to know your mother during the time we worked together. She became a mentor, taking me under her wing, showing care, demonstrating leadership and, all of the while, maintaining her positive attitude. She was the epitome of a compassionate social worker and a true Newfoundlander. It was an honour to know her. I wish your families well in these difficult days. - Posted by: Ginette Clarke () on: Sep 07, 2012