Dorothy Delaney (née Jordan), formerly of Dublin and St. Columban, peacefully in the early morning hours of Saturday, May 30, 2020, at Mitchell Nursing Home, just a few days following her 93rd birthday. Dorothy was an amazing cook feeding us with delicious butter tarts, a hearty meal or the results of the countless new recipes she tested. More importantly, Dorothy fed her family, friends and community with ways of love, faith and kindness. She patterned her life with ways of daily prayer. Dorothy’s 20 plus years as a school secretary were a gift to all who entered the doors of St. Patrick’s School, Dublin. An active participant in her church and her community, Dorothy leaves behind a legacy of happy memories and countless ways of caring and sharing. Remember her with a smile, or a laugh or two while enjoying a rousing game of euchre.
Dorothy will be lovingly remembered by her children and grandchildren Christine and Murray McClure and their family Tim and Adrienne, Peggy, Maureen, Denise and Mike; John and Sherri Delaney and their family Sarah, Heather and William; Theresa and Don Cronin and their family Jaclyn, Kelly, Diane and Daryl, Erin and Jeff, along with 7 great grandchildren. Memories of days gone by remain with Dorothy’s sister Catherine Dwyer and a large loving circle of nieces and nephews.
In faith, we trust that Dorothy’s spirit is now reunited in eternal life with her husband Jim (2009), her parents John and Loretta (née Curtin) Jordan and siblings and siblings-in-law John and Eileen Jordan, Jeannette and Jack Costello, Grattan Dwyer, Mary and Louis Bruxer, Helen and Joseph McLaughlin, Evelyn and Charles O’Neil, Theresa and Joseph Malone, Anne and Ben Blonde, Loretto and Joseph Shea, Frances and Ted Melady, and Joe and Mamie Delaney.
Haskett Funeral Home, 87 Goderich Street West, Seaforth, entrusted with arrangements. Private family interment will take place at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery, Dublin. The service will be posted at https://www.facebook.com/haskettfh beginning Wednesday morning, for family and friends to view.
As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation or St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery c/o Dublin Parish would be appreciated by the family.
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Connie ( Francis) junker
I had the honour of meeting Dorothy in Mitchell and was able to meet some of the family . I gave her massages, which she loved Connie Junker take care
Jeff and Sharon Beuermann
Most sincere sympathy to all Dorothy’s family.
Marie Bannon
I would like to convey my sincere sympathy to the Delaney family on the passing of their dear Mother Dorothy.
She was a fun loving always happpy lady who I knew through her sister Jeannette.
Sincerely,
Marie (Costello) Bannon
Joanne Charmet
Dear Delaney Family
My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you, Chris & Murray, John & Sherri, Theresa & Don, and your families.
Joanne (Murray) Charmet
Jo-Ann Goettler
Dear Christine, John and Theresa,
I was sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I remember Dorothy for her lifelong friendship with my own mother, her good nature, and of course, her butter tarts. The latter I say because Dorothy gave me her recipe nearly fifty years ago, and every Christmas when I come upon her name on the recipe card I think of her.
May God keep you in His special care during this time.
Sincerely,
Jo-Ann Goettler
Pat and MM O'Reilly
Our deepest condolences to all of you on such a monumental loss, a mom, gramma and great gramma. Thinking of you at this time.
Sincerely, Pat and M.Marg OReilly
Cathy and Gerard Landry
Sorry for your loss.
Thinking of you all during this time.
Phil Dwyer
Condolences to Chris, Johnny, Theresa and families. Of all my aunts (11!) Dorothy was easily my favourite.
A Superstar!
Scott and Arlene Thomson and family
Dear Don and Theresa
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with your and your family at this time
Joanna and Ethan Wallace
Sending all the family virtual hugs right now. Dorothy was a fixture of my childhood as the “sweet lady next door” and the “caring secretary” at school. Cherish the memories of her.
Pat Taylor
To the Delaney family – so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. She was one of the most pleasant ladies I met while working in Dublin. I never forget her as she was so excited to receive our old word processor. I think she typed a million letters with it. Cherish all the good times and memories you have. God bless all.
Rose Ann Simonsen
My sympathy to all Dorothy’s family. Dorothy was a kind and wonderful lady.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rose Ann Simonsen
Rose Ann Simonsen
My sympathy to all Dorothy’s family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rose Ann Simonsen
Helen Stewart
Our sympathy to the Delaney family…..I will always remember her beautiful smile that greeted us each day in the office at Dublin when we came ….we had lots of chuckles and great chats at school….I will always remember the after school sessions around the piano in your home with your dad and his fiddle…great memories to keep …
Murray and Helen Stewart
Joan Roe
Chris, John & Theresa and all of your families. We would like to offer our sincere condolences & sympathy at this time. She sure will be welcomed in Heaven by many loved family & friends. Rob & Joan (Flanagan) Roe.
Gilbert & Ricki Vansteelandt
Our deepest sympathy to all of Dorothy’s family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Gilbert & Ricki
John and Nancy White
To The Delaney Family.
We wish to express our deepest sympathy on the loss of your wonderful Mother Grandmother and Great Grandmother. May all the happy memories you share bring you comfort at this difficult time.
Mary Dwyer
My sincere sympathy to Christine, John, Theresa and your families. It was always great to have a two-for-one visit when we would see Dorothy along with Aunt Kay.
Bill and Grace
To the family of Dorothy Delaney
Please accept our sincere sympathy. Dorothy was a very special lady and will be missed by those who were lucky enough to know her. Rest in peace dear friend.
Bill and Grace Campbell
Jim and Jean Maloney
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom.
Jim and Jean
Karl and Mary
Our prayers and sympathy are with all of the Delaney family.
Dorothy was a very special lady. She was always interested in our family and our travels. We will have a mass said for Dorothy at St. Boniface Church in the future. I am sure the Delaney clan are enjoying some good card games in heaven.
Sincerely
Karl and Mary Regier
Joan Stapleton
My deepest sympathy to Chris, John and Theresa and all the families –May God bless you during this difficult time
Diane Elston
Our heartfelt sympathies to all the Delaney family. Dorothy was a wonderful lady, had some lovely chats with her and she was always so kind to the kids when they were in school at St Patrick’s.
You are in our thoughts and prayers, may good memories bring you comfort.
Diane Elston and family
Hank and Martha Van Dieten
Our Condolences. Let the happy memories give you comfort at this sad time.
Tom and Joanne Melady
Chris John and Theresa Aunt Dorothy was a wonderful aunt, card player, and my memory of her homemade candy! Your memories will lighten the loss. Our condolences to you and your families.
Leanne (Murray) Walkom
I’ll always remember Dorothy’s baking!
Sending our condolences.
Steve, Leanne, Maddie, Evelynn & Charlie
Rosemarie Murray
My sympathy to the Delaney family. She was a wonderful lady. She added fun to a game of euchre. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Pat O'Neil
To Christine, John, Theresa and families,
Barbara and I offer our deepest sympathies. Aunt Dorothy has now joined Uncle Jim for all eternity. I have fond memories of the summers I spent with them and you in Dublin, trying to learn how to farm. Each night ended with cards, followed by the Rosary.
Augusta Dwyer
Condolences to Christine, John, and Teresa and your families. I have many memories of visiting your mom with my mom and Aunt Kay.
Elizabeth & Ernie Fleming
To the family of Dorothy, we are so sorry to hear of your moms passing, sending you all our sympathy and prayers.
Joe Ryan
Chris,Murray,John, Sherry, Theresa and Don.
Sorry to hearof your mothers passing.
She will be at rest joining the rest of the relatives.
Remember the good times and memories.
Mary Jane Lennon
Eileen and I send our thoughts and condolences out to all who loved Dorothy. We always enjoyed meeting her at Dwyer/Jordan events. She was always so warm and funny and Irish… and interested in what was happening in the world beyond Dublin….almost like another aunt! She deserved a big funeral with everyone laughing and talking and hugging, but as so many have pointed out here, we have to be content with our memories.
Mary Jane Lennon
Catherine Melady
Thinking of all of the Delaney family at this difficult time. My deepest sympathy.
Gwen O'Rourke
So Sorry to learn of the loss of your Mom We had so much fun when we got together in our music group and always enjoyed her sense of humour
Debbie & Dennis Murray
Chris, Murray, Theresa, Don , John & Sherri and families So sorry to hear of your loss. Dorothy was a great lady always looking out for all the little ones starting school in St Patricks school many years back.
Pat & Maryann Feeney
Chris, John, Theresa and families. Deepest sympathy in the loss of your mom, grandmother and great grandmother. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers, as you go through this difficult time.
Ken and Elaine DeCorte
Our heartfelt sympathies are extended to the Delaney family.
Brian and Wendy Murray
May the love and support of family be enough to comfort you until your circle of family and friends are able to share hugs and personal condolences. So many memories to share of a life well lived.
Larry Cook
Dear Chris, John, Theresa and families,
Helen and I express our condolences to all members of Aunt Dorothy’s Family. We have fond memories of time at St. Patrick’s School as well as with the Senior Card Group. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Larry and Helen Cook
Mary Deloyer.
My condolence to the Delaney family.My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Mary Deloyer
My condolence ,to the Delanney family My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time , may she rest in peace.
Dianne Weber
Chris and Murray. Thinking of you and sending hugs. DIANNE
Marie Cleary
Always known as DUDLEY to me. Friends since elementary school at St. Patrick’s in Dublin.Have kept in touch over all the years.Loved her sense of humour. Prayerful thoughts to all the family
peter visser
Our condolence to the Delaney family . Our thoughts and prayers are with you at your loss
Catherine McCotter
I wish to extend my condolences to all the Delaney family on the passing of Dorothy. I have many fond memories of Dorothy from St Patrick’s school, Dublin. We enjoyed many great chats and laughter. She has gone to join her Jimmy in Heaven.May she Rest In Peace.
Susan & Rob Nigh
Chris , Murray & family . Sorry to hear of the loss of your mom, grandma. Memories of her will always be in your heart , cherish them always ♥️
Devereaux
Dear Chris, John, Theresa and families,
Our sincere condolence on the loss of a wonderful lady.
May God grant Dorothy eternal rest.
In friendship,
Eleanor & Joan
Martin And Julie Van Bakel
Our Deepest Sympathies with the loss of your Mom. She was a lovely lady, She is happy to be with your Dad again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Hugs to all!
Gordon & Irma
To Chris and Murray & family; Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Sincerest sympathy. Gordon & Irma Pryce
Colleen Rowland Eickmeier
Deepest sympathies to you Chris, John, Theresa and your families. Your mom is deeply woven through the memories of so many of us who encountered her at Church, at school, in the community, or at home. Dad never failed to appreciate the fiddle sessions hosted in Dorothy and Jim’s home with special acknowledgement of Dorothy’s cooking/baking! Prayers and condolences.
Pam and Kevin Ryan
Our deepest sympathies Chris, John and Theresa and all of your families. Dorothy was a lovely lady and always enjoyed chats we would have with her. So wonderful now that she is reunited with Jimmy and all of her friends in Heaven.
Larry Murray & Lina Cupido
Chris & Murray, John & Sherri, Theresa & Don,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your families. May the wonderful memories and the gift of your mom’s life bring peace and comfort. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jack and Fran Malone
Great memories of a great lady!our sympathy to her family and friends
Joanne Trottier
Sending you all my sympathy and prayers! I am so sorry to hear of your loss! 🙏💕
Jo Van Loon
My sympathies Chris, John and Theresa with your Mom’s passing but I am sure she is happy now reunited with your Dad. I have such great memories of them as my first baby sitting gigs across the road. They were always such a caring and great couple. Remember all the happy times!
Bonnie Manders
Sincere Sympathy to you Chris, your family and your extended family on the death of your Mom, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. The obituary revealed what a wonderful person she was. You will miss her but also be happy that she is together again with your Dad. Thinking of you all during this sad and difficult time.
Ron & Theresa Murray
To the Family of a great Lady! We always enjoyed being in the company with Dorothy, Great memories! Love & Prayers. Ron & Theresa Murray.
Cathy Kramers Schuster
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Delaney family.
Terry Hepburn
I was very sorry to hear about your mom Chris. What a lovely obituary. She was blessed with a loving and caring family. I am sure she will be sadly missed by everyone.
Doug & Sharon Wolfe
Our Caring Sympathy to Dorothy’s family. Dorothy was such a great lady. Wish all of you Peace and Comfort in the days ahead.
Regi Whyte
May your memories keep your hearts happy!
Regi and Bill
Doug and Nancy Anstett
Sending heartfelt condolences on the passing of your loved one. Cherish your memories to keep her close
Jacquie Timmermans
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother Chris. Tough time to loose a loved one. May you take comfort in the memories.
Ron and Mary Ryan
Theresa and Don, Chris and Murray and John and Sherri and your families;
We are deeply saddened at the loss of Dorothy.
We remember her as a wonderful lady, friend and neighbour.
Dorothy always showed love and concern and was always ready to lend a helping hand.
She is dearly missed.
We send each of you our love, thoughts and prayers during this time.
Louise Harris
So sorry to hear about your Mom, she was such a wonderful person and will be dearly missed! My deepest sympathy 🌹
Marie Leonhardt & Jack Legg
My deepest sympathy , your Mom was a very lovely person.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Gerda VandenHoven
Sincere sympathy to all her family. I worked with her as church reps on the food bank board years ago.. She was always friendly and great to work with. She will be missed.
Mary and Richard Verberne
So sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathy. Richard and Mary Verberne
Melissa Mills
Theresa, Don, Jackie, Kelly, Diane, Erin, & families,
I am very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed meeting Dorothy at events around Erin’s wedding and will miss hearing stories. She had a hand in raising some really great people. All of my love to you.
Linda Mills and family
Sending my most sincerest sympathy to Dorothy’s entire loving family. It was truly a pleasure to be introduced to such a delightful lady. Her love for her family was unconditional. Wishing to be able to give my condolences in person but that is not the way for now.
Take good care and hold your loving memories close to your heart. Thinking of everyone. Linda Mills and family. Xo
Terry and Judy McCarthy
So sorry to hear about Dorothy. She was a great lady and a wonderful neighbour. Thinking of you all at this time.
Ken and Anne Murray
Dorothy was a great neighbour, parishioner and friend. Hope she passed on all those great recipes and they remind you of the good times each time you you make them. Love and prayers to you all.
Rich and Marg Templeman
So sorry to hear of the passing of Dorothy. She and Jimmy were great friends of my mom and dads(Maurice and Jean Ryan’s). They will be so excited to see her in heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sharon Walsh
This news makes me feel sad . The great group of my grandmother’s brothers, sisters and in laws is gone. They left a great legacy. It is unconscionable that we can not all gather together at a funeral to celebrate the life of this wonderful woman. May she rest in peace.
Connie & Bill Devereaux
Our deepest prayers and sympathy are with you at this sad time.
Jayne, Brad, Kristen and Evelyn Walsh
Chris and Murray, John and Sherri, Theresa and Don and families,
We offer our sincerest sympathy in the loss of a great lady and dear Aunt. Dorothy was a gem and will be remembered for always enjoying a visit. She will finally be reunited with Jimmy and I am certain Mom (Mamie) will be near the front of the line to welcome her home. Hugs to you all.
John & Mary Van Bakel
Please accept our sympathy on the loss of your mom , grandma & great grandma. Our prayers & thoughts are with you at this time . Cherish all your good memories.& good times & good memories.
Gerry & Nancy O’Reilly
Chris & Murray, John & Sherri, Theresa & Don & families. We were sorry to hear of your Mon’s passing. It’s never easy losing a parent but cherish all the great memories!
Brian Costello
So sorry to hear about aunt Dorthy s passing although I think she is happier now. Hopefully Chris, john, and Theresa and your family s will continue to carry on her and uncle Jim s warmth sense of humour
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
My Mother , Dorothy and Joan McIver helped at the Food Bank together.