SIMMONDS, Madeline Simmonds - Our beloved Aunt, Madeline Elizabeth Simmonds passed away peacefully on March 17, 2024 at the age of 93.
Born on June 16, 1930, Madeline is predeceased by her parents, Arthur Claude Simmonds and Ada May Simmonds (nee Shobrook), her brothers Herbert Simmonds, Claude Simmonds, David Simmonds and her sisters Gladys Smith, Dorothy Eberlin and Mary Sturgess.
She is survived by her sister-in-law Barbara Simmonds and a large extended family including many nieces, nephews and their spouses.
Madeline loved her extended family and enjoyed keeping everyone updated on family activities. She will be truly missed.
Madeline was a secretary throughout her career and worked in several offices across corporate and charitable organizations.
In her last 8 working years, she served in the Presbyterian Church national office.
Active throughout her adult life as a member at Immanuel Baptist Church she served in various capacities.
Madeline felt that her chief aim in life was to love and worship God, connect with people who were lonely and offer compassion and support to others.
The family is holding a funeral service to celebrate Madeline’s life on Friday, March 22, 2024 at 12pm at the Low &Low Uxbridge Chapel, Uxbridge Ontario. Visitation with the family will begin at 11am, immediately prior to the service at the chapel. Interment will be at a later date.
The family wishes to send a special thank-you to the staff at the Ina Grafton Gage Home in Scarborough for their loving care and compassion.
Memorial donations may be made in Madeline Simmonds name to World Team (Canada), formerly Regions Beyond Missions Union, at 11-1020 Matheson Blvd. East, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4J9.
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