Arvilla Brisco
February 7, 1941 - February 28, 2025
Born in Renfrew, Ontario, on February 7, 1941, to the late William Thompson and Rebecca (Gagie) Thompson (nee MacDonald),
Arvilla went home to be with the Lord on Friday, February 28, 2025, after battling many years with dementia.
Arvilla lived in Stoney Creek, Ontario, from 1985 to 2022, where she was a devoted wife, mother, and follower of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Wife of the late Gordon Russell Brisco, she was born and raised in the Valley.
Beloved mother of Andrew Brisco, Gregory Brisco, and Tim Smith.
Grandmother to Kalynn Brisco and Grayson Brisco, and great-grandmother to Weston Kaufman.
She is survived by her brother Eldon (Ruth) Thompson, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Arvilla is predeceased by her sisters Marie Hoad (nee Thompson) and Geraldine Wall (nee Thompson),
and by her brothers C.J. Thompson and Albert Thompson.
Arvilla lived a life dedicated to serving her Savior and her community. She will be missed by all who knew her.
She was known for her fun, mischievous nature and ever-present sense of humor.
Her life was filled with travel in her early years, hosting family gatherings, and making long-lasting friendships
through her marketing career, church family, and years as a caretaker.
She leaves behind a legacy of service and kindness.
The family wishes to thank the members of Groves Park Lodge and the many friends and family who supported Arvilla and her family in recent years.
Friends and family are welcome to gather at Zohr Family Funeral Home, Renfrew,
where visitation will be held on Friday, March 7, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., and again on Saturday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
A Funeral Service will be held at Calvary Pentecostal Church at 11:00 a.m.
Spring interment will be announced later at Rosebank Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations to The Samaritan’s Purse – Canada in memory of Arvilla would be greatly appreciated.
Arrangements by Zohr Family Funeral Home, Renfrew.
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Zohr Family Funeral Home.
