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SLOAN: M. Eileen (Smith) of St. Columban

January 4, 2023 By Haskett Funeral Homes 55 Condolences

SLOAN: M. Eileen (Smith) of St. Columban

Peacefully at Stratford General Hospital on January 2, 2023 of St. Columban in her 88th year. Dear wife of the late Tom Sloan (2014). Loving mother of Sandra Reekie of Kitchener, James and Robyn Sloan of New Westminster, B.C., Joyce and John Devereaux of Seaforth, Doug and Angela Sloan of Merritt, B.C., and Terry and Peggy Sloan of Zurich. Cherished Grandma of Braedon Reekie; Terri Lyn Devereaux (Ben McBride), Kristen Whyte (Kevin), Deanna Devereaux, Sarah Devereaux (Kenny Huether); Daniel Sloan, and Haylee Sloan. Great grandma of Wolfe Huether. Dear sister and sister-in-law of George Smith (Cleo), Raymond Smith (Mary Catherine), Sister Joyce Smith, Don Smith (Darlene), Gord Smith (Cecilia), Marg Kendall (Jim), Donna Lesperance, Jean Maloney (Jim), Helen Creces, Bob Smith (Trudy), Mary Smith, Dorothy Smith, Florence Brady (Don). Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Laura and Adelbert Smith, sons Danny and David (in infancy), son-in-law Paul Reekie, and siblings Lloyd Smith (Doris), Russel Smith (Rita), Ralph Smith (Audrey), Leo Smith, Bill Smith (Maddie), Gerald Smith (Pauline), Ed Smith, Ed Lesperance, Jim Smith and Leo Creces. Also predeceased by Tom’s siblings; Rita Sloan, Maddie Murray (Tommy), Mona Gaffney (Doc), Joe Sloan, Pat Sloan, Gerald Sloan (Ann), and James Sloan.

Visitation will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, 87 Goderich Street West, SEAFORTH on Tuesday, January 10th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Registration is required. Please click “Register Now” below, to register.

Eileen’s Funeral Mass will be held at St. James Catholic Church, 22 Victoria Street, Seaforth on Wednesday, January 11th at 11 AM with Father Philip Joseph presiding (Registration is not required to attend the funeral mass). Interment St. Columban Cemetery.

Donations to Diabetes Canada or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. Sharon Beuermann

    January 18, 2023 at 12:25 PM

    Sending sincere and heartfelt sympathy to all at this sad time.

  2. Sharon Beuermann

    January 18, 2023 at 12:22 PM

    I wish to extend my prayers and sympathy to all the family.

    Geraldine Wilson

  3. Joan B Roe

    January 13, 2023 at 3:23 PM

    Please accept our sincere sympathy to the entire Sloan family at this difficult time.
    Joan & Rob Roe (Flanagan)

  4. Ann Preszcator

    January 13, 2023 at 1:36 PM

    Dear Terry and Family:
    My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

  5. Kevin,Debbie Bennewies

    January 12, 2023 at 8:13 AM

    Sending our sincere condolences to the entire Sloan family.

  6. Ricki Vansteelandt

    January 11, 2023 at 3:22 PM

    My deepest sympathy to the family of Eileen! My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time!
    Ricki Vansteelandt

  7. Marian Finlayson

    January 11, 2023 at 1:09 PM

    To The Sloan Family,
    Thinking of you all during this sad time. My sincere condolences.

  8. Jim & Charlene O'Reilly

    January 10, 2023 at 10:30 PM

    Our condolences to all of Eileen’s family and friends. We always enjoyed running into Eileen over the years and having a chat.

  9. John & Marg Van Bakel

    January 10, 2023 at 9:22 PM

    To the Sloan Family
    Just want you to know our thoughts and prayers of with you all. Cherish the special memories – your mom / grandma will be by your side each and every day!
    John & Marg Van Bakel

  10. Pat Moylan

    January 10, 2023 at 5:56 PM

    Joyce and John , Terry and Peg and the entire Sloan Family. So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing . She always would say hello when we met her at mass on Sunday , as we often sat right behind her.
    Please accept our most sincere condolences.

    Pat and Deb Moylan & Sons

  11. Gerry & Nancy O’Reilly

    January 10, 2023 at 4:13 PM

    Joyce, John, Terry, Peggy, & the rest of the Sloan family. We were sorry to hear of Eileen’s passing. We always enjoyed meeting up with her & it usually involved a few games of cards. Treasure the great memories she left behind. Gerry & Nancy O’Reilly

  12. Kevin & Leigh Melady

    January 10, 2023 at 11:24 AM

    To the whole Sloan family – our condolences for all of you guys on Eileen’s passing – Thinking of you all!
    Take care,
    Kevin & Leigh Melady

  13. Mike & Rosie Flanagan

    January 9, 2023 at 10:24 AM

    To the entire Sloan family:
    Our sympathies on the loss of your wonderful mother, mother-in-law and grandma! Remember all those special times you shared with her. Her legacy will continue through all of you! Take care!

  14. Marg Henderson

    January 9, 2023 at 8:35 AM

    Sending my condolences to the family for the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. Hope you will find peace in all the memories! You are in my thoughts and prayers 🙏

    Marg Henderson

  15. Anna Mae Corriveau

    January 8, 2023 at 12:12 AM

    To the Smith families and the Sloan families my condolence she will be greatly missed by everyone

  16. Janet Davies

    January 7, 2023 at 2:10 PM

    Sorry to hear about your mother. We had some good card games together.
    From Janet Davies.

  17. Joe Hallahan

    January 6, 2023 at 7:10 PM

    Sending my sincere condolences to the Sloan family

  18. Gerda & Cor VandenHoven

    January 6, 2023 at 4:34 PM

    Sincere sympathy to Joyce and John and Terry and Peggy. May happy memories help ease the pain of your loss.

  19. Maureen Flanagan

    January 6, 2023 at 4:02 PM

    Dear Sloan Family.
    My sympathy to each of you.
    Your Mom was a very nice lady.
    Thinking of you all

  20. Anne Marie Nicholson

    January 6, 2023 at 3:57 PM

    Sending my sincere condolences to the Sloan family.

  21. Cathy & Paul Hulley

    January 6, 2023 at 2:59 PM

    To the Sloan and Smith Families, Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies go out to you all at this very sad and difficult time. Cherish the wonderful memories forever in your hearts.

  22. Carolanne Doig

    January 6, 2023 at 11:25 AM

    Joyce, John and families – so sorry for your loss.

  23. Patrick & Maryann Feeney

    January 6, 2023 at 7:36 AM

    So sorry to hear about mom. She was a lovely lady. Always loved our chats. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.

  24. Ken & Anne Murray

    January 5, 2023 at 5:23 AM

    A terrific lady. She will be missed by family and community. Our deepest sympathy.

  25. Regi whyte

    January 5, 2023 at 4:11 AM

    To all
    May your memories keep your hearts happy. Sending hugs from Italy.
    Bill and Regi Whyte
    Joanna and Carlo

  26. Liz

    January 5, 2023 at 2:12 AM

    Dear Sandra and all the family. Our sincere condolences to you all on the passing of your dear Mum. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you at this sad time. May she rest in Eternal Peace and Rise in Glory . 🙏💐🤗💕

  27. Ron and Dianne Ducharme

    January 4, 2023 at 9:49 PM

    The Smith Family
    Sorry for your loss Thoughts and prayers are
    with all of you

  28. George Watson

    January 4, 2023 at 7:56 PM

    Gord and Cecilia and the rest of the smith family sorry for the loss of Eileen, may she be at rest.

  29. Richard and Mary Verberne

    January 4, 2023 at 4:42 PM

    So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the Sloan Family. Deepest sympathy.

  30. Joan McCallum

    January 4, 2023 at 4:08 PM

    To the Sloan and Smith Families: Sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom/Grandma/Sister. She was a great lady for her cards and we had many good games with her! My condolences to the whole family.

  31. Irene Hoffman

    January 4, 2023 at 4:01 PM

    My deepest sympathy to the Sloan and Smith families in the passing of Eileen. She will be greatly missed. Cherish all your wonderful memories which will comfort you during the difficult days ahead. I will remember in my prayers.

  32. HILRITA ARTS

    January 4, 2023 at 3:05 PM

    So sorry for your loss. May your memories warm your heart
    and bring comfort to you in the following days.

    John and Hilrita Arts

  33. Frank & Lowisa Hagan

    January 4, 2023 at 3:01 PM

    Our sincere condolences to the Sloan family in the passing of your Mom/Grandma. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very sad time.
    Frank & Lowisa

  34. Jack Powell

    January 4, 2023 at 2:35 PM

    To the Smith family. Sorry for your loss remember your good memories. Joan and Jack Powell

  35. Audrey O’Rourke

    January 4, 2023 at 1:40 PM

    My sympathy to the Sloan family in the passing of your mom/grandma. Cherish your many memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

  36. Mary Armstrong

    January 4, 2023 at 1:10 PM

    So sorry to hear of her passing Gerry and I had any of hood games of cards with her.

  37. Ray & Nadine (Smith) Chong

    January 4, 2023 at 12:40 PM

    Our sincere condolences to the entire Sloan & Smith families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief.

  38. Mia Creces

    January 4, 2023 at 12:18 PM

    My sincere sympathy to all the family, may happy memories help you in this difficult time.

  39. Mary Anne McNichol

    January 4, 2023 at 12:16 PM

    My deepest sympathy to all of the Sloans but especially to Terry and Peggy. Remember to keep all the good memories close to your heart and draw on them everyday.

    Mary Anne

  40. Kevin & Bev Shea

    January 4, 2023 at 12:07 PM

    John, Joyce, Terry, Peggy & family so sorry to hear about your mom. Our deepest condolences. Find comfort in all the special memories, she was a very kind & special lady.
    Kevin & Bev

  41. Louise Harris

    January 4, 2023 at 12:00 PM

    My deepest sympathy Joyce and John and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time! Your Mom was such a beautiful lady! ❤️🙏

  42. Gerald and Anne Ryan

    January 4, 2023 at 11:55 AM

    Our deepest sympathy to all the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May she rest in Peace.

  43. James McDade

    January 4, 2023 at 11:51 AM

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time
    Jim and Shelagh McDade

  44. Joanne Marie Watson

    January 4, 2023 at 11:34 AM

    We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Eileen passing. Aunt Eileen was a great person and will be missed. Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Huge hugs to all.

  45. Dave & Andrea McGregor

    January 4, 2023 at 11:32 AM

    Sending the entire Sloan family our sympathy. Eileen was full of spunk and so fun to be around. She will be missed.
    Lots of Love,
    Dave, Andrea, Logan, Mattie, Ryian, Layne & Ryker McGregor💕

  46. Ken and Elaine DeCorte

    January 4, 2023 at 11:17 AM

    Our deepest condolences to the Sloan family on Eileen’s passing.
    Ken and Elaine DeCorte

  47. Tony /Marlene Bedard.

    January 4, 2023 at 11:08 AM

    To Gord/Cecilia.and all of Eileens family .so sorry for the loss of this amazing person. Hold on to the memories. ..they will help to comfort you in your time of sorrow.

  48. Tammy & Dave Steeper

    January 4, 2023 at 10:57 AM

    Our deepest condolences to my amazing cousins. I’m sending all of my love to you. Whenever I remember aunt Eileen, it’s ALWAYS with laughter. Never knew what shenanigans were on the rise when the sisters got together. Always remembered fondly and with the utmost respect and love.
    Rest in the sweetest of peace Aunt Eileen, love you always.

  49. The Alberta Reekie Family

    January 4, 2023 at 10:51 AM

    Sending our prayers and hugs to the whole Sloan Family.
    We are deeply sorry for your loss and hope that your many memories of your mom help you through this difficult time.
    Love to you all.
    ❤️Andrew, Tina, Elizabeth and Devon

  50. Mrs. Mary ("Mare") Moore

    January 4, 2023 at 10:47 AM

    To Aunt Eileen’s family & friends,
    Our condolences to you all, may she RIP.
    Sincerely,
    Mare Moore

  51. Terry Kramers

    January 4, 2023 at 10:44 AM

    Joyce, John and extended families,
    So sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. Sincere condolences to you all at this sad and difficult time.
    Terry and Ann Kramers

  52. Karen Cronin

    January 4, 2023 at 10:11 AM

    Hoping that the good memories and stories of your mom/sister will bring some comfort in the difficult days ahead. Sympathy to your families.
    Karen

  53. Roberta Smith and Family

    January 4, 2023 at 10:06 AM

    My condolences to everyone who knew and loved her, on the passing of Aunt Eileen. May she rest in the sweetest peace.

  54. Tracey Lesperance

    January 4, 2023 at 10:06 AM

    My heart goes out to all the family❤️ Aunt Eileen was a beautiful soul and a ball of fun! I’m going to miss her beautiful smile and amazing laugh. I have many many many fond memories that I will cherish always.
    Rest in the Sweetest of Peace Aunt Eileen. ❤️ Love you

  55. Lori Lynn Stapleton

    January 4, 2023 at 9:47 AM

    Sending hugs & prayers to Peggy & Terry and Joyce & John’s family and all the Sloan clan on the passing of Eileen. May God hold her in the palms of His hands.

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