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Shirley Petroff February 1, 2026

Shirley Petroff (nee Moore). Born August 22, 1933 in Wiarton, Ontario. Passed Lion’s Head Hospital February 1, 2026 at 92 years old. Daughter, wife, mother, Nana, great-Nana, artist and pilot. Predeceased by her beloved husband of 68 years, Alex Petroff (2021), and cherished son, Steven Petroff (2023). Big sister to Bob Rouse. Predeceased by mother, Win Rouse & father, Frank Moore; her brothers Frank and Alfred; and sister Betty. Mother to Steven, Thomas, Richard, & Marianne. Proud Nana to Nicole, Jordan, Denin, Chase, and Ella. Great-Nana to Carter and Natalie, and another great-grandchild arriving later this year. Shirley will be remembered for hosting & cooking great meals for friends and extended family in Toronto and especially Lion’s Head. She became a licensed private pilot at age 40, joining Alex in the pilot’s seat. Shirley & Alex raised us in Toronto but retired happily back to the Lion’s Head in 1981, where they enjoyed volunteering in the community. Cessna at the ready, they had a long, adventurous retirement, introducing many people to the joy of flying. We would like to thank the Lion’s Head Hospital, doctors, & home care aids for their kindness & compassion. Expressions of remembrance to the BP Hospitals Foundation (Lion’s Head) are welcome. A memorial will be held in Lion’s Head summer 2026. Arrangements made at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, Wiarton (519) 534-5341. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com

A memorial will be held in Lion’s Head summer 2026.

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    Brian and Tanya Swanton says
    February 2, 2026 at 5:35 pm

    Sending love and deepest sympathy to Shirley’s family. ❤️
    Brian and Tanya Swanton

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    Cindy Campbell Ross says
    February 2, 2026 at 5:49 pm

    Deepest Condolences to the entire
    Petroff Family ✝️🕊️
    Sincerely,
    William and Cindy Ross

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    Laura says
    February 2, 2026 at 5:50 pm

    My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

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    Ed Rouse says
    February 2, 2026 at 5:51 pm

    Our condolences to all of Shirleys family. She will be missed.

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    Scott and Penny Brough says
    February 2, 2026 at 6:25 pm

    Our condolences to the Family.

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    Bonnie Roy says
    February 2, 2026 at 6:30 pm

    Shirley was a wonderful woman. She loved to be with family and friends. I remember all the great potato pancakes she would make and that the kids would fight over. Shirley was always a bright light, thoughtful and happy. Shirley will be very missed by family and friends.

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    Bianca Gottwald says
    February 2, 2026 at 6:31 pm

    Nana will be remembered for her kindness, her warmth, and the love she shared so freely. She touched many lives and will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

    Denin and Bianca
    Petroff 🕊️❤️

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    Isobel Guy. says
    February 2, 2026 at 6:37 pm

    So sad to hear this Shirley has been friend’s since we were. Very young ,went to Toronto together ,stayed at our aunts ventured out on our own,met future husbands ,married and remained friends She will be missed .q my condolences to all family members Isobel Guy. (Brough)

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    Bill and Trish Thompson says
    February 2, 2026 at 7:03 pm

    Sending love and condolences to all of Shirley’s family. Lots of good memories. Will miss her laugh. RIP Shirley.

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    Murray & Irene Peer says
    February 2, 2026 at 7:06 pm

    Cousin Murray, and Irene send heartfelt condolences to the Petroff family in this time of sadness. May blessings be upon you.

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    Terry Nangreaves says
    February 2, 2026 at 8:08 pm

    Deepest sympathies to all the family

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    Cathie Molyneaux says
    February 2, 2026 at 10:08 pm

    So very sorry for your loss. Shirley touched a lot of lives. She will be missed by all.

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    Evelyn harnden says
    February 2, 2026 at 10:09 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of Shirley-s passing, Condolences to the family.

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    Vivian (Hardman) MacDonald says
    February 3, 2026 at 5:52 am

    I am very sorry to hear about Shirley. She was a wonderful lady – I had many visits with she and Alex in Lion’s Head. We always had our families to remember. My condolences to the family.

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    Margaret Peterman says
    February 3, 2026 at 8:27 am

    I send you all my sincere condolences and prayers with love. One of the most beautiful people I have ever known.
    Always a glass of wine and offer of tasty treats
    Sincerely,
    Margaret Peterman

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    Tina Mascarin says
    February 3, 2026 at 8:59 am

    Shirley was a beautiful soul inside & out. Her sense of humour was contagious. She was the best God mother to me that anyone could ask for, second to none. She will be deeply missed.
    Condolences to the entire Petroff family.
    Tina Mascarin

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    Dale says
    February 3, 2026 at 10:05 am

    My deepest condolences to your family! May your mother rest in eternal peace.

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    Brenda Ashcroft says
    February 3, 2026 at 11:04 am

    Sorry to hear of Shirl’s passing. Glad for visits and dinners in the past few years. Godspeed, lovely lady.

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    Vicki says
    February 3, 2026 at 11:10 am

    To the Petroff family:
    So many great memories of your Mom. Such a kind, fun and spirited lady!
    I remember all of us crammed into her Mini Cooper headed to Sandy Beach for a day of fun.
    A picnic basket full of fresh bread, peanut butter and fresher was held tight on one of our laps.
    Your Mom was a breath of fresh air!
    I am sorry for your loss but I know she will be flying in the clouds somewhere!

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    Betty Lou Brough says
    February 3, 2026 at 12:18 pm

    Sincere condolences to family
    Betty Lou Brough (Glen)

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    Don & Mary-Anne Bath says
    February 3, 2026 at 1:20 pm

    Our deepest condolences to all of Shirley’s family. We will greatly miss her. She was a wonderful person to be.around and did so much for the community.

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    Debbie Pinch McKague says
    February 3, 2026 at 2:31 pm

    I am very sorry to read of your loss. Shirley and Alex were always very kind. they took my daughter up in the plane with her dad to see the peninsula from the air.
    Shirley will always be with you and watching over you . You now know another angel by her first name.
    with deepest sympathy to all her family.
    Debbie McKague & girls

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    Susanne Smith says
    February 3, 2026 at 7:56 pm

    As some folks have said here Shirley was a bright light, always a smile, great sense of humour , very involved in the community, made you feel welcome wherever you were. I having been missing her and regret that I did not visit. Susanne Smith

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    Bo & Gina McCormack says
    February 3, 2026 at 9:08 pm

    Sending prayers and condolences to the Petroff family. Mrs. Petroff has always been kind to us. Waved with a big smile. For the length of time we have known the Petroff’s,, they have raised a beautiful family with such kindness.

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    Kim West-Briggs says
    February 4, 2026 at 1:03 pm

    Please accept our sincere condolences for the entire Petroff/Rouse/Moore families. Cousin Shirl was one of a kind, and always had a smile for you.

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    Janice Cameron says
    February 4, 2026 at 7:15 pm

    My thoughts are with the family of Shirley Petroff. I knew Shirley through the Eastnor Horticulture Society. Shirley was one of the leaders who came to the school, and all my children joined the Jr. Club. Then Shirley & I continued to exchange plants and even mushrooms after that. Also related. Janice (Weir) Cameron

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    Laurie Burt says
    February 4, 2026 at 8:44 pm

    Our sincere condolences to all of Shirley’s Family. Shirley will be missed dearly but never forgotten as no one can take away memories.
    Lorne, Laurie and Greg Ceaser and Families

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    Kim Lapp says
    February 5, 2026 at 10:55 am

    Our deepest condolences to all of Shirley’s family.
    John, Lynda, Kim (Caudle)

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    Tammy Wilson says
    February 5, 2026 at 7:15 pm

    My sincere condolences to the Petroff family.
    Tammy Wilson

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    Sonya and Ron Lester says
    February 6, 2026 at 8:16 am

    Shirley will be greatly missed.She always welcomed everyone into her home with open arms and a great big smile. Our deepest sympathies

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    Elgin and Wilma Campbell says
    February 6, 2026 at 12:24 pm

    Our sincere condolences to the family.

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    Cathy McLay says
    February 6, 2026 at 2:50 pm

    Shirley was an amazing lady. She shared lots of wonderful stories that only she could deliver with a smile and a kind heart. We had so many great visits over our years of volunteering together in Lioness. She was an amazing cook and generously loaned her slicer when needed. It was the heaviest slicer to carry back down to her house when we were finished a function. She would joke that it was a good workout. When she talked about any of you, it was easy to see Shirley loved all of you so much. Our condolences at this difficult time. Cathy and Kyle McLay

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    MaureenTucker says
    February 6, 2026 at 4:27 pm

    So sorry to hear of this!
    I had the privilege of meeting Shirley while she was in hospital.
    What a beautiful soul, she was.
    My condolences to the family.

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    Tim says
    February 6, 2026 at 7:36 pm

    My sincere condolences.
    Her unconditional love and support when I was younger is something that I will never forget.
    I will always love you Aunt Shirley!!

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    Laurie Ristmae says
    February 7, 2026 at 10:26 am

    On behalf of Bert, my parents Anne&Gary and my in laws Carole&Ean, please know how saddened we are to hear of Shirley’s passing! Lions Head will not be the same without Shirley’s gardens & presence. We are so very sorry.

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    John McElhinney says
    February 7, 2026 at 10:30 am

    Deepest condolences from the McElhinney family. Rest in Peace Mrs. Petroff.

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    Gavin Cunningham says
    February 7, 2026 at 3:32 pm

    I am Truly Sorry for the loss of your Great Mother …I’am deeply saddened of her passing ,from the 54 years of having the pleasure of her kindness towards me and always the best mom to all her children and there friends…. there will alway’s be a place in my Heart for her & family.

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    Cyril and Sue Hellyer says
    February 18, 2026 at 1:45 pm

    We are so sorry to hear about Shirley. Our thoughts are will all of you at this difficult time.

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    Ann Bacso says
    February 24, 2026 at 3:50 pm

    I was saddened to hear of Shirley’s passing. We went back a long way, with spinning, weaving, rug hooking & horticulture.. We had many good times together with many friends, many meals.
    She will be missed in the community & we send our condolences to all her family.

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