Arnold, Janet “Jan” – of Tobermory, peacefully at Brightshores Health System, Owen Sound on Monday June 15, 2026. Janet Helma Arnold (nee Smart) at the age of 86 years. Beloved wife and best friend of the late David Arnold (2021) for 59 years. Dear mother of Alison Gath (partner Charles Benham), of Grand Valley. Cherished grandmother of Luke Fife, Aaron Fife, and Ashley Gath. Sister-in-law of Lawrence, and Julie Lister, of the United Kingdom. Sadly missed by her nieces, nephews, and many friends in the community. Predeceased by her parents, Cecil and Nora; brothers-in-law, Christopher and John; and dear son, Simon (1984). Family wish to express their gratitude to the doctors and nursing staff of the Lion’s Head and Owen Sound hospitals for the wonderful care given to Jan. Family invite friends to gather for a service to celebrate Janet’s life from the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) 534-5341on Thursday July 2, 2026 at 2 o’clock with visitation one hour prior to service. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or to St. Edmund’s Anglican Church would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home & Chapel, Sauble Beach (519) 422-0041. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com
Date of Funeral
July 2, 2026

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Meg and Leon Baltas says
June 20, 2026 at 9:38 pmWe got to know Jan and David in 2006 when we acquired a cottage in Tobermory. We were neighbours, one km away on Highway 6, fellow Anglicans and before long, became excellent friends. The Arnolds visited us in London and together we enjoyed performances in Stratford.
We treasured David and Jan as lovely, kind, thoughtful people and devoted Christians. Jan led Bible study for many years and was a capable lay reader. We were privileged to have known them and we mourn their going.
Ashley Gath says
June 21, 2026 at 6:25 amMy Nana was truly an amazing lady and I will miss her forever. I will miss every birthday card, every picnic she packed me, every day we spent together at the beach, every childhood camping trip, all the nights we spent doing our nails with Avon polish, watching you be involved with the church, every story about England and other countries traveled to. I will miss watching Harry Potter with you and going through family photos and heirlooms, all the times you brought me tea and cookies in bed. I will miss talking about the British royal family and all your stories I will think of you anytime I see a frog or a sunflower and every Easter. ✝️ I will think of you and Papa anytime I visit Tobermory. I know that Papa greeted you at the gate and I know you are together now on the other side. I hope you saw Jesus and I hope you heard angels sing. I love you Nana.
Rick Lane says
June 24, 2026 at 8:30 amJan will be sadly missed. I knew her from the Anglican Church; David was in the Masonic Lodge, and I delivered her mail for 13 years. Our sincere condolences to the Family
Ardona Moulton says
June 24, 2026 at 11:06 amI had the pleasure of meeting Jan many years ago while caring for her husband, David. During COVID, our wellness-check phone calls became an important part of both our lives. Every other week, we would spend about 15 minutes chatting, catching up, and sharing a little brightness in our days. I truly believe those conversations lifted our spirits and meant as much to me as they did to her. Jan became a dear friend, and I will greatly miss our phone visits and the warmth she brought to them. My sincere condolences to her family and all who loved her.
Raquel Pilapil says
July 1, 2026 at 10:58 amOur deepest condolences to Jan’s family.
My husband, Rubbain, and I met Jan when we moved to Tobermory through our dear neighbours Jawn and Carol Kolohon.
Jan’s loving and warm presence will be sadly missed.
Derek Madge says
July 8, 2026 at 11:16 amI have just learned of, and am saddened by Jan’s passing. I knew her and her husband, David, through my mom, Colleen. She was a both funny and classy lady in my limited time with them.My condolences to her family.
Johanna Rutherford says
July 8, 2026 at 11:27 pmJan gave me a job that lasted 20 years, even after she retired. I lived in Grand Valley during part of that time. She would have to call in during snow storms to see if I made it in( they were bad at times) and then decided since i made it in if she should try. This was before working at home was a real option. I learned alot from her and even got to go represent our program in the states together at a conference. Thanks for the great memories. RIP
Mary Cooney says
July 9, 2026 at 10:10 amAlison and family. I am so very sorry to hear that Jan has passed on. She truly will be missed by all who knew her.
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