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Jeanne McFarlane April 24, 2025

Date of Funeral

May 28, 2025

Jeanne Evelyn McFarlane (nee Knox) passed away peacefully at Golden Dawn Senior Citizen Home April 24, 2025 at the age of 88 years. Jeanne was born in 1936 to Charlotte (nee Ballard) and Archie Knox. After her father’s untimely passing, her mother moved the family to Fergus. Jeanne and her sisters Corrine (Charlie), Joyce (Allen), and Carol (Roger) grew up and graduated High school in the small town. Then it was off to Toronto for Jeanne to attend OCA in preparation for a teaching career. Here she would meet Glen McFarlane and begin a marriage (1951) that would celebrate 60 years. In 1969 the couple adopted a baby boy, Tom. They added a special little girl, Tossa, in 1971. Their lives were happily busier. All was well until Tossa became ill. Jeanne became a rock for Tossa to lean on, with a miraculous operation extending Tossa’s life significantly. Upon retirement, Jeanne and Glen moved to their beloved vacation property on the Bruce Peninsula, where they spent their time entertaining friends and family. They attended Pike Bay United and became an integral part of the community, always ready with a chat or a dog cookie for their neighbours and furry friends. Jeanne’s commitment to her family was unmatched. The loss of Tossa in 2021 was a tragedy for the whole family. Glen’s passing in 2022, another blow. However, Jeanne’s spirit and positivity never waivered. Thankfully Tom’s retirement enabled him to spend a great deal of time with his mum these past years. Jeanne will be greatly missed by many nieces and nephews, neighbours, friends, and pen pals. Family invite friends to gather at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) 534-5341 on Wednesday May 28, 2025 for visitation from 1-2 PM, where a service to celebrate Jeanne’s life will be held in the chapel at 2 o’clock. Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be greatly appreciated. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com

Family invite friends to gather at the Thomas C. Whitcroft Peninsula Chapel, 272 Berford St., Wiarton (519) 534-5341 on Wednesday May 28, 2025 for visitation from 1-2 PM, where a service to celebrate Jeanne’s life will be held in the chapel at 2 o’clock.

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    Shawn heise says
    May 11, 2025 at 7:51 pm

    We are saddened by the loss of Jeanne.
    I will always remember her vibrant spirit and quick wit. We will miss you dearly Jeanne. . We send our Love to Tom and Heather and all of the other relatives and close friends. RIP Jeanne.
    P.S. Marni made Jeanne’s Lasagne recipe last night. And Wow. It is the best. Thanks Jeanne and Say hi to Glen and Tossa and Payton. They are waiting for you. Love you Jeanne. We will stay in touch. Blessings to the remaining family and friends, until we all meet again. Love .hugs. Shawn and Marni

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    Dona says
    May 12, 2025 at 9:13 am

    I only got to know Jeanne in 2023, but I always looked forward to visiting her at her home in Lion’s Head. I admired her spunk, determination, independance and great sense of humour. To Tom, and Jeanne’s good friend Nancy, I am very sorry for your loss.

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    Faye Campbell says
    May 12, 2025 at 5:26 pm

    Tom,
    I will miss your Mum so much.
    Gary and I enjoyed their friendships for many years.

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    Donald and Diane says
    May 14, 2025 at 7:53 am

    We are deeply saddened to hear of Jeanne’s passing. We will miss her bright smile, wit, and sense of humour. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
    Our deepest sympahty,
    Donald and Diane

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    Bonnie Ashcroft says
    May 16, 2025 at 11:23 am

    Glen and Jean were precious friends, One time at a church meeting at Barb Mielhausen’s a storm rolled in and Glen followed us ladies down the highway to make sure all were ok. Their home at Pike Bay was filled with love and your Mom’s quilts were shown with pride! Their honey was the best to and certainly worthy of Royal Winter fair awards. Treasure your memories
    Bonnie Ashcroft

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    Jan Kobold says
    May 27, 2025 at 5:21 pm

    I was saddened to hear of Jeanne’s passing. We weren’t in touch often but she was very dear to me. She will be missed. I wish I could be there to celebrate her life on what would have been her 89th birthday with love Jan Kobold.

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    Mark & Christina Caldwell says
    May 27, 2025 at 9:05 pm

    Our heartfelt condolences to you Tom and Heather, with the passing of your dear mother Jeanne!
    May our good Lord grant her eternal happiness and peace and a reunion with Glen and Tossa.
    Be assured of our prayers for your family,
    Mark, Christina, Nicole and family

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