Passed away at Gateway Haven, Wiarton Friday September 15, 2023, with her husband of 70 years Wilfred Ashcroft at her side. Born February 18, 1936, the former Eileen Howe. Mother of Susan “Sue” Carleton of Georgian Bluffs, Daniel Ashcroft of Limberlost, Jeffrey Ashcroft (Kim Scholl) of Wingham, Timothy Ashcroft (April) of Limberlost, Leona Ashcroft of London. Grandmother of Corrine Hickling (Craig), Connie Cook (Mike), John Carleton (Claudia), Ryan Ashcroft (Tiffany), Patrick Ashcroft (Roberta), Graham Ashcroft, Ali Ashcroft, Chris Ashcroft (Emily). Great Grandmother of Cameron and Jenna Cook, Dawson and Alexis Hickling, Tristan and Bianca Carleton, Jory Ashcroft, Bradley, Brigitte, Abigail, Evelyn and Fiona Holley. Also survived by her brothers Archie (Leona) Howe, James “Jim” Howe and David “Morgan” Howe and sisters-in-law Bernadette and Carol Howe, and Wilf’s family Shirley Leeder, Freda (Bud) Greaves, John (Margaret) Ashcroft, George Ashcroft, Mary Stephens, Bonnie Ashcroft. Predeceased by daughter Kathleen “Kay” Hartsgrove, sons Robert and Edward Ashcroft, sons-in-law Jim Hartsgrove and Terry Carleton, grandson Matthew Hartsgrove. Also predeceased by parents Frank and Kathleen (Anderson) Howe, brothers Stanley (Dorothy) and Ronald Howe, in laws Fay Ashcroft, Lawrence “Ladd” (Edythe) Ashcroft and Donald Ashcroft, AJV “Red” Leeder, Barbara Howe & Doreen Howe. Family invite friends to gather at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) 534-5341 on Friday September 22, 2023 from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM, where a service to celebrate Eileen’s life will be conducted on Saturday morning at 11 o’clock. Donations to the Friends of Gateway, or to the Bruce Peninsula Hospitals Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com
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Sand says
September 18, 2023 at 4:52 pmMy love and prayers to u all from Sandi and family . Granddaughter of Ivan Howe
Bill Walker says
September 18, 2023 at 6:49 pmDear Wilf and family,
May fond memories provide you comfort and hoping it helps to know friends are thinking of you.
With Sincere Condolence,
Bill Walker
Dave and Adel Middleton says
September 18, 2023 at 7:42 pmShe was such a wonderful person and her absence leaves a large void. I hope all of the great memories will help heal your hearts. Sadly, we will be unable to attend this weekend but you will be in our thoughts. Our condolences.
Ashley Taylor says
September 18, 2023 at 8:16 pmIt was a pleasure caring for Eileen at Gateway Haven. She was a great friend to my grandma Marilyn Stewart always thinking of her and giving her a call, she was such a caring soul. When my Grandpa Don passed away she made sure to tell me some great stories she had of him. She will be missed! Thinking of her entire family during this difficult time.
With love,
Ashley Taylor
Daughter of Kyle Stewart
Bonnie Ashcroft says
September 19, 2023 at 1:55 amSo many milestone memories. Wilf and Eileen’s 25th wedding anniversary at what was the Embassy Tavern in Wiarton and just this summer sharing a piece of their 70th anniversary cake. Eileen was a wonderful sister in law. Love Bonnie
doug daws says
September 19, 2023 at 10:42 amWe would like to offer condolences to the family of eileen on her passing.
From Connie and Doug Daws
Vivian MacDonald says
September 19, 2023 at 11:29 amWilf, and family – I am so very sorry to hear about Eileen – she was a lovely lady. Cherish the memories.
Vivian (Hardman) MacDonald
Debbie Thompson says
September 19, 2023 at 12:48 pmPatrick and Family,
May memories comfort you and bring you peace during this time of sorrow.
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.
Debbie, Bob and Jayne Thompson
Becky Madill says
September 20, 2023 at 7:46 amSue and family, please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. She will be greatly missed by many.
John & Jeanna Campbell says
September 20, 2023 at 9:52 amSending our condolences to the family.
Burt & Barb Liverance says
September 20, 2023 at 4:53 pmSincere sympathy to Wilf & family. Eileen was a super lady & always had a super smile. We always had a great time together at Red Bay Lodge for the municipal Christmas parties. Rip Eileen
Dorothy K Hardman(Tuffnell) says
September 20, 2023 at 6:49 pmMay your memories of Eileen as a wife and mother bring happiness on a trip down many years of memories. I always thought she was a beautiful lady and I recall enjoying her hosting the Limberlost gathers for winter fun a few times. May she RIP and may you know I am thinking and praying for you all at this time.
Donna & Kelly Thompson says
September 20, 2023 at 8:17 pmSuch a fun loving person. always enjoying life to the fullest. Rest in Peace Eileen.
Marg Tambling says
September 20, 2023 at 8:17 pmTo the Families of Eileen Ashcroft. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. She was such a nice person. I really loved her a lot. Please accept our sympathies at this sad time.
Gary and Marg Tambling
Cecil and Judy Bridge says
September 21, 2023 at 9:08 amSo sorry to hear , our heartfelt sympathy to your family.
Joy Ward says
September 22, 2023 at 8:03 pmWilf and family: sincere condolences from Joy and Ernie Ward. Eileen always brightened my day when I shopped at Steip’s, and was always so friendly in the many years since then.
Joanne Lancaster says
September 22, 2023 at 9:14 pmOur family sends our condolences to all of your family. She will be missed.
Wendy ( says
September 23, 2023 at 11:39 amMy deepest sympathies to the whole family. I remember Eileen as always having a sincere smile and gentle hello for everyone she knew.
Wendy (Gatis) Volpe says
September 23, 2023 at 11:42 amMy deepest condolences to the whole family. I remember Eileen as having a sincere smile and gentle hello for everyone she knew.
Donna & Ken oliver says
September 23, 2023 at 8:45 pmSincere condolences to your family on the passing of Eileen.
Stan Hoath says
September 24, 2023 at 9:19 amWilf And Family. Sincere Sympathy In The Passing Of Your Loved One Eileen .Cherish All The Memories.
Patsy McArthur says
September 26, 2023 at 6:37 pmCondolences to Wilf and family,
Greg Ashcroft says
September 29, 2023 at 6:00 amSympathies to Uncle Wilf and family with the passing of Aunt Eileen. Great memories of your road trip to Australia for Jess and I’s wedding.
Jim Cunningham says
October 9, 2023 at 10:30 pmMy deepest Condolences to Eileen’s family as I learn of her passing.
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