It is with great sadness that the family of Catherine Ann Northey (McLaughlin) announce her passing on January 31, 2016 at Prince George Residence, Lucan at the age of 90 formerly of St. Joseph, London and Exeter. Ann was predeceased by her husband Gilbert Northey (2008), daughter Suzanne (2011), grandchildren infant Thomas Smart, and Kelly Northey, brother Basil and sister Mary. She will be greatly missed by her children Steve Northey (Melodie) of Grand Bend, Karen Smart of Hamilton, Lawrence Northey (Julie) of Salt Spring Island, BC, and Melanie Hardie (Gord) of Exeter. She is survived by brother Joe McLaughlin (Anne), and sister Teresa Day of Lethbridge, AB, several nephews and nieces. Loved dearly by 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Her family was fortunate to have had the time to let her know how much she was loved. No one in the family will be able to watch a Blue Jays ballgame or Tiger Woods golf, see a hand knitted sweater or premie head warming toque without thinking of her. Reading and Crossword puzzles were her favourite pastime and certainly she was a staunch competitor playing card games. Ann knew more than she said, judged others less because she lived a life with plenty of her own challenges and conducted herself in such a way as to minimize inconvenience to others.
As per Ann’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date at the Exeter Cemetery columbarium.
Donations in Ann’s memory may be made to the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada supporting the legacy of her precious granddaughter Kelly Northey to help children and families coping with the diagnosis of a brain tumour. They may be made online at www.braintumour.ca, mailed to 620 Colborne Street, Suite 301, London, ON N6B 3R9.
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Rodey and Liz McIntyre
To Steve, Melodie and the Northey Family
We send you our deepest condolences on the passing of your Mother.
Rodey and Liz McIntyre
Rick Spicer and Marilyn Cousins
Steve & Melody and family – We are thinking of you at this very sad time.
Cathy Reeves
Steve, Melodie, Melanie and families:
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your wonderful Mother. May all the happy memories you share today help you through the sad times. Cathy & Mark Reeves
Joy Tyler
My sincere condolences to the family.
Jenn Kelley
Dear Steve Melody and Northey Family,
My condolences go to your family at this time of sorrow. Your mom was a dear, sweet lady. I was very lucky to know her the couple of years that I worked at Prince George. She will be missed dearly.
Jenn Kelley
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
Sorry to learn of Anne’s passing. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Kimberley Payne
Dear Steve and Melodie – I was sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. My sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Kimberley
Deb and Bob Gehan
Dear Melanie and Gord and boys
So sorry to hear about your Mom , mother in law and Grandmother. Our hearts and prayers are with all.
Hugs Deb and Bob
Jackie Arnold
Dear Melanie and family..I am so sorry to hear about Ann..She was a wonderful lady who spoke highly of everyone..I had the great pleasure of serving Ann at Prince George Retirement and she will be sadly missed.. R.I.P. Ann..hugs
Wendi Schwindt
Dear Melanie and family…so sorry to hear about your mom. It is always a big loss when someone so important in your lives leaves…thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ray & Sue Heffernan
My Deepest Sympathy to Ann’s Family, I worked at Prince George as the hairdresser where I had the pleasure to get to know Ann a lovely lady who loved her Family and spoke very fondly of them . Miss you Ann RIP
Sue Heffernan
Bev Dayman
To the entire Northey family,
I was saddened today to hear the news of Ann’s passing. I have had the pleasure to spend my days over the last four years with Ann. She loved her blue jays, enjoyed reading, spoke of all her family with pride and love and always made time to have a friendly visit when I was fortunate enough to be in her presence. Ann was a lovely lady who I will miss dearly. Please know that your are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Ann will be missed. My sincere condolences.
Martha
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Kim Bowman
Dear Steve. And Melodie
My deepest condolences on the loss of your Mother.
I have wonderful memories of great conversations with Ann..
God Bless
Joan Cleave
Melanie, Gord, and Boys….I am truly saddened to hear of your Mothers passing Melanie..
I’m sure all your fond memories of her will keep her close in your heart . Thinking of you …Hugs
Marion McCarter
Melonie and family
It is sad to lose a Mom no matter the age. Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time.
Deepest Sympathy.
julie northey
We all will miss you so very much, sweet angel. Thanks for all the great memories. Deepest condolences to the rest of the family. We are so sad to have to say goodbye. Julie and family
Brenda Moon
Dear Northey family,
I am saddened to hear the news of Ann’s passing. I have been working at the Prince George Retirement Residence for just a few months . In that time , I had the pleasure of having some nice conversations with her. It was obvious Ann thought the world of her family. May the all the good memories comfort you.
David and Beth Prouty
Melanie and family our sincere sympathy to you on the passing of your Mom.