At South Huron Hospital, Exeter on Friday, January 20, 2012 of Exeter in her 85th year. Beloved wife of Winston Shapton for 61 years. Dear mother of Carol and Bernie Jackson of Milton, Larry and Donna Shapton of Exeter, Paul and Cindy Shapton of London and Patti and Greg Dryden of Lima, Peru. Dear grandmother of Stephen; David and Sarah, Laurel; Jonathan, Leanne, Pauline, Thomas; Jeffrey, Christopher, Kevin, Jennifer and great-grandmother to her little sweetheart Lily. Dear sister-in-law of Helen and Jack Ollen-Bittle of Ennismore. Predeceased by her brothers Flight Sergeant Franklin Zurbrigg and Bert Zurbrigg and sister-in-law Marg Zurbrigg.
Laurie’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to all the staff at South Huron Hospital for the care given to Laurie and the entire Shapton family over the past 4 months.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 370 William Street, (1 street west of Main), Exeter on Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral will be held on Wednesday, January 25th at 11 AM with Rev. Paul Ross officiating. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to the Exeter United Church or the South Huron Hospital would be appreciated by the family.
Laurene (Laurie) (Zurbrigg) Shapton
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Reverend Michael R. Foreman
My deepest felt condolences to the Shaptons’ for your loss.
Ken & Joan Agnew
Winston, we are thinking of you & your family & our hearts go out to you. The world loses a beautiful lady, but it is heaven’s gain!
We will miss Laurie’s smiling face & zest for life. Her organizational skills at Exeter United will be missed; she was great fun to work with. And yes, Laurie, I will throw a rock for you!
Love, Ken & Joan
Paul & Beth Anstett
To the Shapton Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Laurie, wife, mother, grandmother and sister. May she rest in peace and God watch over her.
With sympathy, Paul & Beth Anstett & Family.
Jackie Williamson, Guelph
Dear Carol & your family
My deepest sympathy.
I have fond memories of the days we spent at your cottage,. I still look for “Winston Heights” as I drive Hwy. 21 every summer.
Your Mom was so warm & cheerful. Our model nurse!
My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Nancy Pierce, Exeter, Is my neighbour at Bluewater Golf Course & Campground, Bayfield & she remembered me saying I knew the Shaptons & phoned me to tell me of your Mom’s passing.
It’s a small world,eh?
With fondest regards,
Jackie
Jean, Sheila & Rob Sullivan
We are very sorry to hear about Laurie passing, but now she can rest and watch you from up above. Thinking of you at this time. The Sullivan’s
Jack and Deb Glavin
We are sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and and prayers are with you. Just returned from a weeks trip and are sorry we could not make visitation.
Doug Webber
Winston and Family
On behalf of all of the members of the Exeter Curling Club, I would like to extend our sincere sympathy for your loss.
Laurie was always an energetic person who would never hold back when it came to doing volunteer work or whatever it took to help support an organization.
I can see by the many pictures that you had a lot of good times as a family and those are the memories to hold onto.
Helen Delorme(Hodgins)
Winston and Family I am very sorry to hear about Laurie’s passing
my thoughts and prayers are with and your family
John and Wendi Schwindt
To the Shapton family…we were sorry to hear about Laurie. She was a wonderful woman and such a strong presence in your lives and the community. She will be missed…
Judy Hansen
Sorry to here the loss of your Mom, Grand mother, Great Grand mother, and Sister In Law. of Laurene (Laurie) (Zurbrigg) Shapton. My deepest Sympathies.
Judy Hansen
Dr Robert & Margaret Green & Family
Winston & Family… Laurie’s strength of character , confidence & compassion was shown in the early years of training at Victoria Hospital (R.N. Graduating Class Fall ’49) a great bond was formed between Laurie , Marg & the ladies of the Lunch Bunch for the last 65 yrs!
Laurie became one of Mom’s dearest friends…
Sending prayers of strength to help you all during this time!
“Those we have held in our arms for a little while,
We hold in our hearts forever”
Safe journey Laurie…
Ian & Joan Carter
Our sincere sympathies to the entire Shapton clan. We were blessed to have known Laurie for over 30 years. We were lucky enough to have experienced family functions with her at the helm (especially at the cottage). We always considered her as a most vibrant, energetic and adventurous person. She will be missed by many besides her family and close friends. Our prayers will remain with the family at this time and in the future, and we will not be far away when needed. Love to all,
Ian & Joan Carter
Kathryn McDermott
To Winston & Family,
I was saddenned to hear of Laurie’s passing. We worked togather @ SHH in the late 60’s & early 70’s. Laurie was a great colleague & a good nurse. We also spent time together @ her cottage & played bridge a few times. She was a vibrant lady, always quick to help & always wearing a smile.
May you find some comfort in your loving memories.
Please accept my sincere condolences .
Kathy
Norm Abbott and Edward Avey
Living memories of Laurie, that sunny up-beat lady- forever among the many who stroll along the east shore of Lake Huron. Here we shared many a story, a laugh and a smile.
Norm Abbott and Edward Avey (Norman Heights)
Shirley Mousseau
Winston & family; Don and I extend our sincere sympathy to all of you in the loss of your loved one. Laurie was a great lady, much admired by everyone who knew her. Hold the happy memories in your hearts. Shirley Mousseau
Patti Stanley
Patti and Family.
I”m sorry to hear about your moms passing. I didn’t know your mom well. Judging by all the pictures, Your mom had a very fullfilling life.It was nice to see her smile and light up when you brought her over to visit with Lexie my dog, at Sears. Cherish the memories to carry you forward.
Patti and Lexie
Doug Pryde
Winston and family
It’s been many years since seeing you folks. My sympathy to your family.
Doug Pryde
Oakville
Linda Millar
Dear Winston, Carol, Larry, Patti, Paul and family;
My sincere condolances to each and every one of you. Laurie left a legacy that will be remembered. It was an homour and a pleasure to care for her while she was in the hospital. She loved each and every one of you, and had great memories to share with us. You were her life, and she lives on in you.
I will miss seeing all of your smiling faces.
Winston…a big hug to you from me. We had some great laughs.
May Laurie rest in peace now.
Sincerely;
Linda
Carolyn Johns
Please accept my condolences. Laurie was such a kind and vibrant inspiration. She never seemed as old as her years added up to when she was on the ice at the curling club or at a UCW meeting. She will be missed.
Pete and Gloria McFalls
Sorry for your loss. She certainly put up a great fight. We had many
hard fought matches at the curling rink with and against her.
Shirley Keller
I knew Laurie only a brief time through our bridge club, and found her to be a lively, interesting lady with a keen sense of humour. She brightened the day for everyone when we got together. I regret that I am unable to attend services for Laurie, but want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. I know how supportive you all have been during her illness, and I can only imagine how much you will miss her. God’s ways don’t always make us glad but it is comforting to know that His will is always for the greatest benefit of us all as His eternal plan unfolds. God’s peace be with you now and always. Shirley Keller
Don & Donna Webster
Dear Winston & family:
Our sincere sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers have been with you and your family the last few months.
Laurie gave much to the community and friends as well as to her family. She will be missed. God bless you all at this time.
Best regards,
Don & Donna
Janice & Alma Davey
May the peace that comes from memories comfort you now and in the days ahead. Our sympathy is extended to the Shapton family.
Betty Anne Gill
Patti & Family
Please accept my sincere sympathy in the passing of your Mom. i enjoyed curling with her on Tuesday afternoons for many years. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Betty Anne Gill
dianne skinner
to: winston and family . sorry for your lost to a nice lady. it was a privilege to feed her what she could eat” even if it was pureed .
Sherry, Brion and Austin Penhale
Patti and Family.
You are in our thoughts at this difficult time. She was a great Mom and Grandma and you have lots of great memories of wonderful times together.
Love Sherry, Smi and Austin
The Staff of VanBoxmeer & Stranges Engineering
Gary, Rick, Maxine and staff wish to send our deepest sympathies to Paul and the Shapton family for their loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Shirley & Gary Christo
Dearest Carol & extended family,
Gary & I were so saddened to hear that Mom had passed away. We have so many fond memories of times spend together. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this most difficult time.
Deepest sympathies,
Shirley & Gary Christo
Kim Winbow
Please accept our deepest condolences, may your memories comfort you during this difficult time.
VON Palliative Care Volunteer Program
Dianne Gerstenkorn Weber
To Winston and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Remember the good times and Laurie will live on in your hearts forever. My best memory of Laurie was the night she helped deliver my first born. I was so glad to see someone I knew. Dianne
Tara Dinyer (Elston)
I was so sad to hear the news, but have so many great memories of the cottage, and Laurie and Grandma’s laughter. She will be missed, but remembered fondly!
Love Tara (Catherine Elston’s granddaughter), Jeff, Olivia and Danielle Dinyer
Glen Latour
Barb and I were sorry to hear of your sad loss Winston. Our thoughts are with you and your familily at this most difficult time…Glen and Barb Latour
Susan MacGregor & Jim Hughes
Dear Winston & family……………we are so sorry to hear this news. What a special lady you married 61 years ago! How we will all miss her! She loved life to its fullest and served her family,church, and community faithfully. She is probably organizing a smorgasbord dinner in heaven right now!!! You are in our thoughts and prayers. Susan & Jim
Kendra & Gord Craig
Our thoughts are with the entire Shapton family at this time of loss.
Kendra & Gord Craig
Sue Riley
Larry & Donna..my deepest sympathy..I had the pleasure to meet your mom in hospital while my son Pat was succumbing to cancer…I had brought mine & Pat’s Great Dane “Duke“ in to see him and your mom wanted to see Duke – that occasion made her smile….may your mom RIP now.
Leslie Knight
My heart felt sympathy. Leslie Knight
Helen Bischoff-Westman
Winston and family
I am so sad and sorry to hear of the passing of Laurie. I will always cherish those times I spent at your cottage and the sleepovers with Carol. I am currently out of the country but my thoughts are with you during this trying time.
Helen Bischoff-Westman
Larry and Sandra Hern
Dear Larry and Donna and all the Shapton Family,
Please accept our sincere sympathy in the passing of your dear Mom. It is quite evident from the photos that her Family, friends and her community meant the world to her…may precious memories of happy times spent together sustain you through the sad days ahead as you mourn her loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Eleanor Clark
Winston and family……Sorry to hear of Laurie’s passing. Laurie was a great worker in the UCW, Also, she was very happy to share her cottage and love of the lake with the UCW group. I, for one, will never forget the UCW picnic there last June. She stopped the meeting to have the group go outdoors to enjoy the sunset over the lake. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family as you cherish the many memories.
Ken and Lois Ottewell
To Winst., and all the family, We feel so blessed to have known Laurie for over 50 yrs. and always admired her love of family and her zest for life and her love of the lake and the cottage. She was always so generous in helping as a nurse and in other situations. We feel fortunate to have had such a good visit with her in Nov. and remember her last words to us to “enjoy every minute and to enjoy it for her!”
With deepest sympathy and warm memories,
Love, Ken and Lois, St. Ives., B.C.
Ken and Lois, St. Ives., B.C.
Don and Edith Lewis
Winston and Family
We are very sorry to hear about Laurie’s passing. I had the privilege of nursing with this special lady on the 3-11 shift. I will always remember you and all the good times Laurie, R.I. P. Laurie Edith
Sue and Jack Treanor
Larry and Donna, Jack and I send our sympathies to you all for the loss of your Mom, thoughts and prayers are going out to your family from Texas, love Sue and Jack
John and Tracy Van Gerwen
Just a short note to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. We treasure the friendship that we have shared with the Shapton family over the years and have fond memories of Laurie. Please know that we are thinking of all of you at this time of loss.
Sincerely,
John and Tracy Van Gerwen and family
Bonnie Baynham
Dear friends
I am so sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Laurie. Always on the move, her warm smile of welcome at the Shapton home and cottage. Such a deep loss for your family.
Sending warm thoughts Bonnie xo
Karen Brown
Donna and family,
My condolences to you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I hope that your wonderful memories will sustain you at this difficult time.
Karen
Sheila Hunter
Laurie had such a wonderful spirit and was an inspiration to us all. I will cherish our times doing the crossword puzzles and our lunch trips with you and Jean. May all the family memories you have shared be your inspiration through the coming years. You will be truly missed.
Love Sheila and Ted
Evelyn steckle Vincent
Winston, Larry & Donna,
Thinking of each of you and my sincere sympathy in your loss.
good to see the pictures of happier times.
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To Winston and all the family.
We are so sorry to learn of Laurie’s passing.She was a wonderful woman and we have many memories of her.She will always be in your hearts and minds.
Marg Williamson
Winston and family
So sorry for your loss. I have great memories over the years working with Laurie at SHH.
Sincerely Marg Williamson
Jerry and Alice MacLean
Dear Winston and Family,
Laurie served her family and her community,as well as her church
family to the fullest! You can be proud ! She will not be forgotten!
We offer our sincere sympathy at this difficult time.
God Bless you all.
Jerry and Alice
Jean Elliott
Her beautiful spirit has been released from it’s earthly bonds and flown on the wings of angels to the heavens above. Laurie was a wonderful lady and it was truly an honour and a privilege to look after her. She just beamed whenever she spoke of her family . She was so very proud of all of you. May your memories of her fill your hearts and comfort you in the days ahead.
Jeannie Elliott
Tom and Noella Triebner
We are so sorry for your loss. I know it has been a trying time for all of you. Wish we could be there to give you a hug, but please know our thoughts and prayers are with you . Tom and Noella
Ellen McLeod
So very sorry to hear of Laurie’s passing. My heartfelt sympathy to the love of her life, Winston, to Donna and Larry, and the rest of the family, on both sides. From what I’ve heard about Laurie, she was a really special lady in so many peoples lives. :-) Rest in Peace. You have earned your Angel wings, Laurie.
Ellen
Barb Armstrong McCallum
Hi Patti and family
Sorry to hear of your mom’s past few months and passing. I am glad to hear that you made it home to see her over the last months. Hope to see you soon…
Barb (Armstrong) McCallum
Owen Sound, Ontario
Glenn & Grace Hodgins
Winston & Family:
Sorry to hear of your wife (best friends) passing. Cherish to memories.
Glenn & Grace Hodgins
Alan & Denean Renning
We’re sorry to hear about Laurie’s passing. We are currently out of the country but are thinking of the whole family at this time.
Len and Mary Higgs
Winston and Family
Very sorry to hear about Laurie’s passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
Kim, Jullie and Morgan
Paul, Cindy (love ya twin), John, Leanne, Pauline, Tom and the rest of the Shapton Families,
Words don’t seem to be enough at times like this;
Hang onto your memories of your loving, strong dedicated wife, mom, mom in-law, grandma, great grandma and friend.
Laurie shared the view from her lake front cottage with family and friends and never hesitated to ask if you would join them for supper. Her love of the water showed through her countless hours of swimming (amazing), boating and sharing sunsets and time with family and friends…
The Exeter Community was blessed with years of volunteer services from one of the best! From meat pies to the yearly Rummage Sale….she was there doing her part and then some… I remember walking into the United Church kitchen and seeing Laurie and fellow members hard at work preparing meat pies. It was quite the assembly line with lots of smiles and chatter.
Rest well Laurie. You did good!
Loiis & Irv. Armstrong
To Winston and family Our heart felt sympathy to all.Laurie will be missed as she was a great worker. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Lois & Irv.
Terry Finlay and Darrell Wiebe
It has been a delight to have know such a wonderful person like Laurie in our lives. Laurie had been a pillar of strength for everyone in our family. We will miss you and alway be thinking of you on the beach which you loved so much.
Love Terry and Darrell and girls.