Unexpectedly but peacefully at her home on Monday, November 22, 2021 of Ilderton, at the age of 83. Beloved wife, just shy of 40 years, of the late Doug Heighway (2002). Cherished mom of Jim Heighway, Joanne and Jim Kelly, and Dave Heighway and Jules Armstrong. Proud grandma of Kaelen, Spenser, and Claire. Dear sister and sister-in-law of her twin Bruce Nixon and Barb Tyler, Doris Mills, Rhoda and Percy Bramhill, Helen Wyatt, Ralph and Ruth Nixon, and Chris Wilson. Dear aunty Beryl to all of her nieces and nephews. Beryl will be fondly remembered by her many close friends, neighbours, and four legged companions. Predeceased by her parents Burton and Violet (Kew) Nixon, her sisters, Dorothy Hern, and Marion Thomson, brothers, Garfield Nixon, and Robert Nixon, brothers-in-law, Gerald Hern, Hube Mills, Stan Burnett, and Stan Wyatt, sister-in-law Marie Wilson and Marie’s son Kenneth Wilson, and Janey Nixon.
There will certainly be a void in the community of Ilderton without Beryl. Many knew her and her car buzzing around Route 1 Ilderton while on her mail route for over 30 years, smiling and waving to everyone who passed her by. She was always volunteering her time to many organizations in the community; Girl Guides, the flower committee for the Ilderton Fair, the Ilderton Legion, Womens Institute, Ilderton United Church, just to name a few. She loved to attend the Ailsa Craig Day Program, making new friends everywhere she went. Beryl was the life of the party, and loved to take the party on the road with her dear friend of 80 years Mary, taking trips to various parts of the country or North America, without much of an itinerary. She was an avid gardener and enjoyed a cup of coffee from her mug that said “gardening forever, housework whenever”, a phrase Beryl truly lived by. She would always take time to have a visit and a coffee on her front porch whenever someone stopped by
“right on”
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Friday from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 PM. Due to Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, each person must RSVP for the visitation, please click “Register Now” below, to register.
The funeral service will be held at the Coldstream Community Centre, 10227 Ilderton Road on Saturday, November 27th at 11 AM. Interment Granton Cemetery. Due to Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, each person must RSVP for the service, please click “Register Now” below, to register. It is also asked that due to Provincial COVID-19 proof of vaccination restrictions, each person must show proof that they are fully vaccinated to attend the recreation centre. Proof of vaccination can be obtained by visiting covid19.ontariohealth.ca.
For those unable to attend, the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh.
Donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
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Gloria Riddell
Jim, Joanne, Dave and Family and the Nixon Family
Sorry to hear of Beryl’s passing. My sincerest condolences to all of you. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a Treasure. Thinking of you.
Gloria & Family
John&Lisa Hedley
Jim, Joanne, Dave and families
John and I were very sad to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was such a lovely person and always had time to stop for a chat.
Blake and Dana Ferguson
We were so sorry to hear of Beryl’s passing. We will miss her “Hi Neighbour” greeting and her big smile. You are all in our thoughts at this sad time.
Bob and Nancy Rushton
Our sincere condolences to the Heighway and Nixon families. Beryl will be fondly remembered and greatly missed.
Laura Summers
Jim, Joanne, Dave and Families,
I was very sorry to learn of the passing of your mom. She was always such a positive and upbeat lady. I can hear her laugh and see her smiling face in my mind. She will be missed. My deepest condolences to you all.
Laura McKenzie-Summers
Noreen Switzer
Deepest Sympathy to the Nixon Family!
Sincerely Noreen Switzer!
Ben Reeve
Our sincerest condolences to Beryl’s family. She had an infectious smile, and made a large impact in the Ilderton community. May she rest in peace.
The Reeve family
Craig Heighway
To cousins Jim, Joanne, Dave, and family,
I’m sorry to hear of the passing of Beryl. I’ll always remember your Mom for her warmth and laughter at every family gathering.
Russ Fox
We send our deepest sympathy to all the Heighway family.
Beryl will be missed by the Ilderton community.
Russ and Sharon Fox
Elaine and John Barrie
Jim, Joanne, David and your families
Our memories of Beryl are of the way she welcomed our son Steve into your home when Steve and David were friends growing up. Your place was like a second home to him and he spent many happy times there. We will also remember Beryl as a great neighbour who was always willing to help out. A visit with her alway added pleasure to our day!
Becky Vandermey
My condolences to Jim, Joanne, Dave and family on the loss of an amazing person. Aunt Beryl had the best smile, laugh and I always loved seeing her. She will be missed by everyone that knew her. 💕
David Elston
To all of Beryl’s family,
I was very sorry to hear of Beryl’s passing. I always enjoyed bowling with her in the Medway League. There was never a dull moment and lots of laughs. Her smile will be remembered.
My condolences to entire family.
David Elston
Brenda Lenders
To Joanne and Jim, and also the Nixon family,
Our deep condolences on your great loss. Beryl was always such a delight to be around. Her smile, laugh and generosity of time and talent will long be remembered.
Thinking of you this day, and wishing you comfort in the wonderful memories she has left all of you with.
Gerald and Brenda (Cook) Lenders
Jack &Dana Garrett
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Beryl Heighway at this sad time.
Although we haven’t lived in Ilderton for many years now, we have many fond memories of Beryl from our time there. She was a major contributor to the community and always had a big smile & greeting whenever we met. She will be greatly missed by everyone.
Art, Laurie and Julia Gregory
Joanne Jim and Claire
Dave, Jim and families
We are sorry to hear of Beryl’s passing.
You are in our thoughts during this difficult time. May all of the laughter and memories help get you through.
Patricia McKinlay
Beryl was a huge part of Ilderton and will be surely missed by the community and all who knew her. We wish to extend our sincerest condolences to you Jim, Joanne and David and your families.
Grace Rollings
Clarke and Grace Rollings
To all of Beryl’s Family. We always enjoyed a chat with Beryl when we bowled together at Lucan Lanes in the Medway League. Cherish all your memories. Our condolences to all of you.
Clarke and Grace Rollings
Paula and Mark Robson
Joanne, Jim and Claire,
So sorry to hear of Beryl’s passing. She was a huge part of her community and will be missed and remembered by many.
Think of you all
Mark and Paula Robson
Bill and Tammy Kelly
Joanne , Jim, Claire and family.
Sorry for your loss. Beryl was a wonderful woman. She will be missed by many. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Kirk and Terrie shaw
Dear Joanne Jim and Claire
Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Sending love and prayers
Terrie Kirk Jamie Genna and Mark Shaw
Lynn and John Szentimrey
Beryl was a gem. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Joan Leitch
Jim, Joanne and Dave,
Sorry to hear of her passing. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Joan Leitch
Jim,Joanne and Dave,
Beryl will always be remembered as a part of Ilderton. Sorry to hear of her passing. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Joan Robson
So sorry to learn of Beryl’s passing.She was one of a kind! Keep your memories close as they will be so important in the days to come.
Kenneth Oliver
Sincere condolences to Beryl’s family
She was the best mail carrier a family could want.
Rest in Peace
Jim and Marian REITH
Beryl leaves many happy memories from our sightseeing day trips and from all her community involvements. She will be missed by all.
Helen Thomson
To Joanne, Jim, Dave and families, our deepest condolences and sympathy with the loss of your mom. Aunt Beryl was an amazing lady full of laughter, fun and a very genuine person. Keep your memories close for she’ll always be in your heart. Love Don and Helen
Adam Taylor
My deepest sympathies to the Heighway family. Best mail lady ever!
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time!
Ian Gordon
My deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to your entire family. Sincerely wishing you all lots of strength during this difficult time.
Ruth and John Allen
Sorry for your loss.she will be missed by many. John and Ruth Allen
todd charlton
Sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom.
Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Todd, Ann Charlton & family
Doris Loft
Beryl will certainly be missed in the Ilderton community.
My sincere sympathy to all her family.
Doris Loft
Caroline Rasenberg
Joanne & Jim, Claire and Families;
Thinking of You in the loss of this very special lady, Beryl, a true gem that would put a smile on your face!
I loved her laughter, wit and her generous heart for the community of Ilderton.
Her Love will live forever and the memories will shine through the sorrow.
Caroline Rasenberg & Tony Vanderhoek
John & Mary Walls
To Beryl’s family;
Beryl will be missed in the community. She was always giving of her time to others. Such a friendly smile and a great attitude. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Sheila (Beatson) Hodgins
Jim, Joanne and Family.. what a mark Beryl has left on the Ilderton community.. she was a 1 of a kind lady and I look in at her farm everytime I drive by and often she was out and about..
always willing to volunteer her time when needed for the community she was part of.
sending condolences and hugs to you all
Take care.
Grant Thomson
Thinking of you at this time. She was so positive & kind.
Laura Carne
Dear Jim, Joanne, Dave & families,
Our deepest sympathies to you for your loss. Beryl was such a great lady and will be remembered with many fond memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Laura and Stuart Carne
Doug & Linda Scott
Joanne, Jim, Dave & extended family.
So sorry to hear about Beryl’s passing away.
She was such a wonderful lady.
Our deepest sympathy to you at this very sad & difficult time.
Doug & Linda Scott
Bryan and Liz Graham
So sorry to learn of Beryl’s passing. She had a beautiful smile , loved to laugh.and was always willing to lend a hand when needed. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
joe godwin
Hi JoJo, Jimmy, Dave and the Heighway family. Beryl brought so much love, caring and kindness to her family, friends and community and she’s a good curler on and off the ice. I enjoyed her smile, laugh…she had a loud laugh…lol…I will rember her with a smile..I can’t laugh like Beryl.
My Deepest Condolences.
Lee Anne Arsenault
Joanne, Jim, Claire and Family
So very sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. Your Mom was a very special lady with an incredible sense of humor.
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincere condolences,
Lee Anne Arsenault (Kelly) and family.
Glenn & Sharleen Phillips
Jim JoAnne Dave
So sorry to hear of Beryl’s passing. Whenever we would see her it always boost your day she was always happy positive fun individual.
Cherish all the good times.
Tom +Vicki Davis
We would like to offer our sincere condolences. I had many times with Doug and Beryl and will miss her
Sandy and Larry Hern
Dear Jim, Joanne and Dave and all Beryl’s Family,
We were so saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Auntie Beryl. She loved her family so much and we know that you will miss her terribly. So much fun at family gatherings…we will remember her always. Special thoughts to her twin, Uncle Bruce. xxoo
Deb and Rob Andrews
Jim,, Joanne, Dave and extended
Families
A lovely, hard working, fun, and dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. …that was Beryl in a nutshell.
She sure left her mark on the community of Ilderton as she was always so generous volunteering and serving others.
She will be missed but her memories will live on.
Rest in peace Beryl for a life well lived.
John & Katherine McNaughton
Joanne, Jim, David & ‘Families;
Our Sincere Condolences to all.
Beryl was such a kind and caring person, I have a fridge magnet she gave me several years ago, which reads – The Best “Antiques” are Old Friends – and I was pleased to be one of her many many friends.
R.I.P. My Friend
John & Katherine McNaughton
Margaret Watt
My Sincere sympathy to Beryl’s Family. Beryl was always so welcoming when we attended the Legion breakfast each month in Ilderton . We always enjoyed her visits when she came bowling with the Medway League at the Lucan Lanes.. Always a fun lady no matter what her score was. .She will be missed . Cherish your memories
Margaret Watt
Murray and Edith Yeo
Joanne, Jim, Claire and all of the Heighway and Nixon Families
Our sincerest sympathy to all of you. Beryl always enjoyed to see everyone smile. Even in the toughest circumstances. Such a positive lady with a huge heart. May all the beautiful memories everyone has keep her in our hearts.
Susan Cook
So sorry to hear the news. I will always remember Beryl’s smiling face and infectious laugh. She will certainly be missed by so many! My deepest sympathy and condolences to the entire family.
Pamela Bice
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Your Mom was such a bright light in this community. Her absence will be felt by many.
I am sure the many memories you have of your Mom will help carry you through this very difficult time.
Condolences Pam Bice and family
Pete and Kathleen Payne
Joanne, Jim, Claire and your families
Very sad to hear of your Mom’s passing Joanne, Our hearts go out to you on your sudden loss and offer you our deepest condolences.
Keith and Joyce Thomson
Dear Jim,Joanne ,Jim and Claire ,Dave and Families. So sorry to hear about the loss of Auntie Beryl . Âlways with a smile when we would meet and I remember she was always keen to hear a good joke. There was always a good time when we were around her. She had a great spirit and a kind heart and we all know how much she meant to you.We have the fondest memories from times gone by.Our deepest sympathy to you all in this great loss.
Pat Goertz
Beryl was the best pancake flipper at the Legion breakfasts. What a fun lady who will be missed by so many. Sincere condolences to all.
Pat & Ben Goertz
Ilderton Agricultural Society
Beryl spent many years volunteering at the Ilderton Fair. As well as being on the Flower Committee, she was always ready to help out wherever needed. Beryl approached everything with a smile and enthusiasm. We will miss her presence at the Fair. Our deepest condolences to Beryl’s family.
marjorie taylor
dear family: We cannot add any more wonderful things that have been said of your Mom. Such a wonderful lady. We will miss her but she has left so many great memories with all of us. Many good times at the Ilderton Dances and so many more places. Yes we did enjoy a cup of coffee on the front porch too. We always admired her prized roses. We will miss you Beryl. Love to all of you. Marjorie and Ernie Taylor
Excel Pharmacy
Our Sincere Condolences
The staff at Excel Pharmacy
Geoff & Shelly Edwards
Beryl was a wonderful lady who will be missed by all. We loved her smile and thank her for all she did for her community. Thinking of you all during this difficult time🙏
Wayne and Sharon Dempsey
To Beryl’s family:
Our condolences for your loss. She was quite a lady and will be missed. We hope your special memories will bring you comfort.
Wayne and Sharon Dempsey
Dale Cook
Jim, Joanne, Dave and families
My deepest sympathy to you all.
Lisa Phillips
To Beryl’s family and friends.
Beryl was a wonderful and funny lady! I always enjoyed a good chat with her. Her volunteer work and lively presence in the community will be missed. Please accept my deepest condolences. My thoughts are thoughts are with you.
Shannon O'Shea Ross
Dear Heighway family-
I’m so sorry to read about Beryl’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with her in my role as a therapist with HPHA a few years ago. I’ll never forget the day we met and she figured out who my parents were…we had a clicked connection from the start! She was a joy to be around, and it was no wonder the door to her home was always coming and going with friends and family.
I know how significant this loss is for all of you. She had a remarkable impact on those who were lucky enough to know her, including myself. Sending you my sincere condolences.
-Shannon
Janice Chung
Very sad to hear of the passing of Beryl. We always enjoyed chatting with her at the various family get togethers over the years. My mom Mary Jane Winterton (nee Heighway) enjoyed spending time with Doug and Beryl and family.
Deepest sympathy to the family at this difficult time. Thinking of you all.
The Winterton family and Chung family
BARRY PIERSON
Dear Jim Joanne and Dave and family
Our sincere sympathy. Barry and I will sure miss Beryl. I will miss visiting her for coffee on the porch. Love to you all, she will be missed.
Claire and Barry
Debbie Mcfadden and Allan DeBlock
Joanne, Jim, Claire and family our heartfelt thoughts are with you. Please take comfort that Beryl was very loved and will be missed by many. Our most sincere condolences to you and your family. ❤️Deb and Al
Joan, Paul, Miriam Vogel
Beryl..what a lovely lady. I can still hear her chuckle. Every encounter with her was memorable. She will be deeply missed. Heaven has gained a first class angel!
Deborah and Rich Hunter
Rich and I offer our deepest condolences. Beryl was an icon of Ilderton
Marty &Karen Van Praet
Wishing you peace at this difficult time.
Bob and Nancy Manning
Jim, Joanne, David and families. We are so sorry to hear of Beryl’s death. She always displayed such a zest for life. Always ready to join in with whatever was going on. A smile on her face and a friendly wave. She will be missed by many. Cherish all those family memories…..she was one special lady!
Roy and Donna McRoberts
Our deepest condolences to Beryl’s family. She will certainly be missed.
Ron and Louise Vanderhoek
Joanne and Jim, and Family
We’re so very sorry to her of your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you.
Ron and Louise
Kurtis Finkbeiner
Joanne Jim and Claire and family
I’m so sorry for your loss of your mother she was wonderful lady I met her in church and visited with her at her house so she will be dearly missed
Pat Legg
I’m so very sorry to hear of the passing of Beryls. She was always such fun at David’s hockey game a few years ago. My sympathies go out to the family.
Joan Edwards
Oh my gosh Joanne just heard about your mom.
My heartfelt sympathy to your family at this time. So many great memories of our post office ‘family’. Your mom did love to have fun! The best memories to have are the ones with a smile in them!!
Will & Heather Pierson
Jim, Joanne & Dave,
Our sincere condolences to all of you & your families,
You all are in our thoughts at this difficult time,
Beryly will be missed by many
Dan & Judy Alce
To Beryl’s family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time.
Dan & Judy Alce
Kathy McNaughton
Joanne, Jim and family,
My deepest sympathy. Your Mom always wore the most beautiful smile and was so generous with her sense of humour and kind ways. She will be missed. May your countless memories bring you peace and comfort during this sad time.
Sincerely,
Kathy McNaughton
Wayne Player
Wayne Player Leah Steele
Jim, Joanne, Dave and family
Dear friend of Wayne Player and Leah Steele, friends for many years through the Ilderton legion doing breakfasts, playing cards and many legion events. Will miss the fun times we had with Beryl.
Wayne Player
Heather Bice
Dear Jim, Joanne and Jim, David and families
My sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom, she was a great lady with a beautiful smile and the most contagious laugh. She was always so friendly to everyone she met. There will definitely be a huge void in the community because she was always so involved in whatever was going and helping out wherever and whomever she could. She will be missed by many. I am sure you have wonderful memories in your heart that will help you get through this very difficult time. Keeping me in my thoughts and prayers. Heaven has gained an angel.
Heather Bice
Susan Pierson
So sorry for your loss – Beryl was a special woman – with lots of spunk! She will be missed by all who knew her.
Thinking of you
Susan Pierson
Murray & Peggy Morrison
Our heartfelt condolences on Beryl’s passing. She will be missed by the Ilderton community. May fond memories help you through these difficult times.
Greg ,Norah,family Mills
To the family of my special Aunt Beryl our prayers and thoughts with all at this time of sorrow.Know that she is in a beautiful place still bringing life, laughter, and joy to a new family. I will have nothing but special thoughts and happy memories of a very special person. Love to all from Greg and Norah Mills
Bob and Mary Anne Turner
Sorry for the loss of your mother Joanne. You and the rest of your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sarah Chase
Jim, Joanne, David & family:
I fondly remember picking raspberries in your Mom’s fields and her wonderful laugh.
Rest in peace Mrs. Heighway.
Sarah Chase
Chelsey Passmore
Joanne & Jim, Claire & Beryl’s family,
What a loss for you, and certainly the community of Ilderton. I will fondly remember Beryl’s friendly nature, beautiful smile, giant laugh and fun that followed her around. Keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Chelsey (Manning) Passmore