DORIS SIDDLE (HEATON)

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DORIS SIDDLE (nee HEATON) February 24, 1914 - July 26, 2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Doris Siddle (nee Heaton) of Winnipeg, aged 102 years, on Tuesday, July 26, 2016. Loving mother to Sherron (Ken) McDonald of Blind Bay, BC and Beverly (Ken) Grieve of Woodstock, ON. She was predeceased by her devoted husband John Arthur (Jack) Siddle and son Robert John (Bob) Siddle. Left to mourn are her six grandchildren, Brent (Janet), Tracey, Richelle (Les), Jack, Erin (Bill) and Derek (Colleen); nine great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; cousin Hilda (Staffordshire, UK) and many cherished nephews and nieces. Doris was born February 24, 1914 in Wigan, Lancashire, UK to Aaron and Mary Elizabeth Heaton. In 1930, she and her mother immigrated to Canada, landing in Halifax and settling in Winnipeg. She spent the first few years as a housekeeper/nanny to several of Winnipeg's elite. Doris and Jack were married July 4, 1936, settled in Fort Garry and remained longtime residents of the area. She retired from the University of Manitoba Food Services and volunteered for several years at the Victoria General Hospital. Doris will be fondly remembered for a strong "cuppa" tea, many stories and her cherished lipstick and pearls. The family wishes to thank Doris' wonderful friends and neighbours at Pembina Woods Housing Co-Op and the lovely staff and volunteers of VON Sakura House, Woodstock, ON. An intimate graveside gathering will be held on a later date at St. Vital Cemetery in Winnipeg, MB. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the SMITH-Le ROY FUNERAL HOME, 69 Wellington St. N., Woodstock, ON, (519)537-3611. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the VON Sakura House, Woodstock, ON and can be made through the funeral home. Personal condolences may be sent at www.smithleroy.com To Those I love And Those Who Loved Me When I am gone, release me, let me go I have so many things to see and do, You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears; Be happy that we had so many years. I gave to you my love, you can only guess How much you gave to me in happiness I thank you for the love you each have shown, But now it's time I traveled on alone. So grieve a while for me if grieve you must; Then let your grief be comforted in trust, It's only for a while that we must part, So bless the memories within your heart. I won't be far away, for life goes on, So if you need me, call and I will come, Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near And if you listen with your heart, you'll hear All of my love around you soft and clear. And then when you must come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile and say "Welcome Home". Author Unknown

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 30, 2016