Peacefully at LHSC University Hospital on Friday, January 28, 2011, Aleda Bernice (Hughes) McComb, in her 79th year, was called home. Beloved wife of the late Donald (2003). Dear mother of Kevin (Sandra) , Brian (Sarah); Darrell (Penny); Shawn (Lisa); and Erin (Jane). Dear grandmother of Lindsey, Rodney, Ginger (Grant), Wade; Kayla, Wesley, Quentin; Tyler, Ashley, Melissa; Nathaniel, Kyle, Garrett; Nicole and Steven. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Jean McComb (Alex), Leona Hughes, Clifford Ritchie and Keith McComb (Erma). Predeceased by her parents Grant and Loretta (Henderson) Hughes, her brother Donald Hughes and her sister Velma Ritchie.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Sunday 2-4 and 7-9PM where the funeral service will be held on Monday, January 31st at 1PM with Rev. Bill McAuslan officiating, Interment Birr United Cemetery.
Donations to the Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital or the Children’s Wish Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Condolences may be forwarded through www.haskettfh.com
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Pat & Cora Ryan
To the McComb Family,
Our sincere sympathy,
Mrs. McComb was truly and we mean this in a good way “Old School” A devoted farm wife involved in many aspects of the community. She also made the best damn carrot cake. She will be missed.
Paul and Judy Melanson
Dear Kevin and Sandra
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. No matter what your age it so hard to loose a parent. Be strong and hold on to your memorires.
Love from Judy and Paul
Kevin & Bonnie O'Shea
To the McComb family
It’s with much sadness we would like to express our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your mother, Aleda. Many memories, many cakes, all enjoyed of your mothers, very tasty and always a special touch that was asked! A truly amazing mother of yours.
Jerry and Barb(Gnay) Hart
To the McComb Family
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Aleda. I just heard and would like to offer my Condolences. She was a wonderful lady and I am happy to have known her.
Katherine (Turk) Koper
Dear Kevin, Sandra and family,
I was very saddened to hear of the death of your mother (and also your mother-in-law). This must be a very difficult time for you and Sandra. My prayers are with both of you.
I don’t know if you know it, but Aleda made my wedding cake. It was beautiful and so special. I kept the top tier for many years and finally donated it in Kashechewan (way up north) so others could have an ornamental mini-cake when they got married. Something that beautiful was really appreciated, as was her talent. I’ll keep both of you in my prayers and thoughts.
Love, care and prayers,
Katherine Koper
Ron and Sherry Funston
Our Deepest Sympathy to each and everyone of you during your recent loss. May pleasant memories comfort you in the days ahead.
Mark, Ann, Laura & Brent Scott
Erin, Brian and families:
We are thinking of you during the loss of your dear Mom and Grandma.
Dave & Diana Turk
To the McComb Family
We’re so sorry to here of your’re Mom’s passing.There are a lot of happy memories of Aleda, and we will miss her very much. We are so sorry we can’t be with you at a time like this.
Our prayers are with you.
Debbie & Alex Hyde
Dear Brian and Sarah.
We just heard of the passing of Aleda. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. We have such fond memories of this fine lady. Her gentleness and kindness surpassed that of many. Truly she was lady of grace and talent. May you find comfort from our dear Lord and from the memories in your heart.
Blessings and hugs,
Debbie & Alex Hyde
Russ and Mary Brintnell
To The Mcomb Family So sorry to hear about your mom’s passing as we will remember by her great personality and great cakes that did for many people. May she rest in peace. Russ and Mary Brintnell
Marion Hodgins
To all of the McComb family
My sincere sympathy to each of you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. Aleda was a kind and loving person to all who knew her. May she now rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Don and Deanna Beatson
Kevin, Brian and families,
Please accept our sympathy on the loss of your mother and grandmother. My favourite memory of her was, as leader of the Granton 4H club we asked her if she would come and demonstrate her cake decorating skills to us. She invited us all to her house and not only demonstrated, but allowed all the girls to try it on their own and served us a lovely snack afterwards. Such a gracious and lovely lady. May God give you His strength and comfort at this time.
Paul Glenda & Zack Waddell & Ilene DesJardine
Erin Jane &family
So sorry to read of you mom’s passing.Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Lonnie Wood, Tara and Meghan McComb
You are all in our thoughts at this difficult time. We were very sorry to hear about Aleda.
jan & Bruce Karr
to the McComb family
We were so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Her strong but gentle nature was an inspiration to all who knew her. Our sincerest thoughts & prayers are with you .
Valerie (Parkinson) & Jim Aggelopoulos
Our sincere sympathy to McComb Family. Your Mother/Grandmother was a wonderful lady.
Mary O'Shea
Brian, Sarah and family,
Aleda was a beautiful women and a pleasure to care for. My deepest sympathy to you and your family, take care.
Mary O’Shea
Cindy White
To the McComb family,
My sincere condolences to all of you on the passing of Aleda.
She was a very special lady and will be missed by everyone who knew her.
The theme cakes which she created for us for the Lucan Library children’s parties were amazing.
Cindy White
Nancy Filson Ingram
To the entire family:
Thoughts and prayers are being sent your way. I remember your mother as a kind and gentle soul.
Donna & Pete Shipley
To Aleida’s children and grandchildren.
We know that God did what was best for your Mom and we hope and pray he will be gentle with her family in the times ahead. She was such a gentle lady. I had many conversations with her once a year and admired her dedication to Don and all of her family. You were blessed.
marty van praet
Sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Thinking of you.
Helen Ryan
I have always known the “McComb” family. I well remember Aleda joining the clan, with her talents and quiet ways., She left a legacy or a ledgend about cakes, I’m not sure which, possibly both! My sympathy to each and everyone of you.
George and Kathy Lee
Darrell, Penny ,Tyler,Ashley and Melissa. So sorry to hear of your Mom, and grandmother’s passing. She will always be in your heart and in your memories. May it be a comfort, knowing others are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Archie, Francine and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
John & Susan Clark
The earth is poorer for the loss of this gentle soul. Her cheery personality and seemingly endless energy gave a lift to everyone who knew her. She will live on in our fondest memories.
John & Susan Clark
Surprise, Arizona
Bonnie (Cathy) and Ray Hockstad
Dear McCombs all…We were so sad to hear of Aleda’s passing. She has been our contact for these many years that has kept us in touch with our family in Canada. We will miss our telephone talks and her long letters. We will be thinking of you all, especially on Monday. Love to you all, Bonnie and Ray
George & Wilma Reath
The McComb family
We are so sorry to hear the sad news of the lost of your mother.
Thinking of you and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandra Green
To The McComb Family,
My most sincerest thoughts are with you.
Steve and Kim Bowman and family
To the McComb families,
Our deepest sympathy to your families on the loss of your mother, grandma, and sister -in-law. God Bless.
Mike, Leanne Thompson and Family
We were so sorry and shocked to hear about Aleda, she was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with you and your families.
Marjory Fraser and family
My deepest sympanthy to all the family. Aleda was a dear friend and will be sadly missed. I treasure the many phone calls we shared in the past few years. She will be missed.
Marj
Rosemary, Roland, Mary Beth & Heather Findlay
To the McComb Family
Sorry and sad to hear of the sudden passing of your Mom/Grandmom. Our thoughts and prayers are with your Family.
I enjoyed talking to your mom/grandmom. You could hear her pride in her children. grandchildren. Also you could hear her joy in designing the beautiful cakes she made for people. God Bless you all! Safe travels. love, R, R, MB & H ( The Findlays )
Don & Margaret Watt
The McComb family; Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Your mom will certainly be missed by many.
Laura Hudson
So sorry to read in an e-mail from Dick and Barb of Aleda’s passing. She and I have enjoyed many good visits together over the years.
I am on vacation and will not be able to attend the service, but my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Aleda will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Laura Hudson.
Betty Ann Martin (Lewis)
Erma, Keith and Family
Sorry to hear about the passing of Aleda. My thoughts and prays are with you at this difficult time.
Betty Ann
Dann and Sally Mills
Brian, Sarah and family
Please accept our sympathy at this difficult time. Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Dann and Sally
Ron and Eunice Kropf
Sorry to hear that of Mom’s passing. We will always remember the times your Mom and Dad came to visit Dave and Florence when we were there. We always enjoyed seeing them. And of course we will always remember the wonderful cakes Mom baked.
Joan and Dave Goddard
To The McComb Family
Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a gentle, kind, lady.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Dorothy Risebrough
Dear McComb Family,
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Aleda.
We shared a good visit last July overnight together at her house and a nice drive and dinner in Exeter. We enjoyed many telephone conversations over the years; the last as recent as January 18th.
We also shared many good times on the Cream Board when our husbands were both active members visiting many provinces across Canada.
Aleda will be fondly missed.
You will be in my thoughts at this difficult time.
Dorothy Risebrough
Patricia Swatuk
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of a dear member of your family. Gone but never forgotten.
Bob & Donna Ross
To The McComb Family,
Sorry to hear of your mothers passing. We will always remember the wedding cake she made for our wedding.
Don and Heather Benner
Dear McComb Family:So sorry to read of the passing of your Mom and Grandma.Please know that you are in our thoughts at this challenging time.In Sympathy- The Benner Family
Bob and Helen Patterson and family
Sorry to hear of your moms passing. she will certainly be missed by her friendly nature and gracious smiles. Also our whole family has enjoyed many of her delicious cakes through the years. I know you all have many pleasant memories that will last a lifetime.
Harry Hardy
Our Sincere Sympathy,
Our thoughts are with your Family
I have fond memories of Aleda.
She was a good person,
and a good person for the community.
Harry Hardy
Ron & Merna Scott
To The McComb Family
Sorry to hear of your mothers passing. We appreciate the many decorated and wedding cakes she made for us. They were always sooooo good.