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Mary Grandis

Sunday, October 29, 1916 - Thursday, January 19, 2012

Mary  Grandis

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At C.E.E. Hospital of Bluewater Health, Petrolia on Thursday, January 19, 2012. Mary (Maria) Grandis (nee Kopochinski), 95 years, of Petrolia. Mary was predeceased by her husband Reginald (1983). She will be missed by her sons Reg and his wife Maureen of Petrolia and Raymond and his wife Rebecca...

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of Ottawa, her grandchildren Jesse Grandis, Cassandra and Sam Cabral, and Katie Grandis. Mary will be missed by her sisters Jean (Stefka) of Justice, Manitoba, Julie (Ulka) of Brandon, Manitoba, Rose (Ruska) of Trenton, and Helen (Helka) of Oakville. She was predeceased by her brothers John and Joe. Mary operated, with her husband, Grandis Jewellers in Petrolia beginning in 1946 until her retirement. Visitors will be received on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at the NEEDHAM-JAY FUNERAL HOME, Petrolia, where a funeral service will be held on Monday, January 23, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Harvey Osborne officiating. Interment in Hillsdale Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to C.E.E. Hospital Foundation. The family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Frank Riedl for his exceptional care and support of Mary over the years. Memories, pictures, and condolences may be shared online at www.needhamjay.com.

Visitation

  • Date and Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM on Sunday, January 22, 2012
  • Location: Needham-Jay Funeral Home

Funeral Details

  • Date and Time: Monday, January 23, 2012 at 11:00 AM
  • Location: Needham-Jay Funeral Home

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  • Reg and Maureen Sorry to hear about the passing of your mother, she was a well respected person, our thoughts are we you.

    - Dave & Janie Martin, Petrolia, ON

  • Reg and Raymond my prayers and thoughts are with you...Aunt Mary was a caring and loving person who will be missed.

    - Suzanne Duguay, Rockland, Ontario

  • Reg and Maureen - I was saddened to learn of Mary's death. She was a good neighbour to us and a sweet lady. I will remember her well. May you have peace in these difficult days. Jeff & Lea Lackie - Thorburn Nova Scotia

    - Jeff Lackie, Thorburn, NS

  • This comes to say That many thoughts Sincere as they can be, Are going out to you today In deepest sympathy. I was a Police Officer in the Town of Petrolia in the early 60's and I used to pick up your Dad around 3 AM in the morning and we rode around in the Police Car for awhile and then we went to Brands Restaurant for something to eat and then I took your Dad home. The following day your Mom asked me if Reg was with you last nite and I said yes. You had two great parents and I will never forget them. God Bless You

    - Ken Parsons, Port Elgin, Ontario

  • Reg and Maureen: May you find strength and peace as you go through this troubled time.

    - Daniel Lomoro, Petrolia, Ont.

  • Reg and Raymond, I've known your mother most of my life. I have always enjoyed our little chats when I visit Petrolia. She and my mother, Elva McGregor, shared a long friendship that provided each other comfort. I know she will still be "walking" wherever she goes. She will be missed.

    - Paul McGregor, Omaha, Nebraska

  • Reg and Raymond sorry of the passing of your Mom she was a lovely lady.My thoughts are with you and your families. Nancy Hibbert

    - Nancy Hibbert, Petrolia, Ont.

  • Very sorry to hear about your mom Reg and Ray. Your Mom and Dad worked in my favorite block along with Bill and Dorothy and Sam and Eve. Sadly now they are all gone now, but many great stories with these three couples . Your Mom had a fabulous smile and was always very friendly. It will be strange not seeing her uptown any more. Sincerest condolences.

    - Martin Dillon, Petrolia

  • Dear Reg and Maureen: Sincerest regrets to hear that your mother, Mary, had passed away at the age of 95. Unfortunately, Marilyn and I were away at the time and just returned back home and heard the very sad news. We wish to extend our sincere and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at this time.

    - Lucio and Marilyn Sandrin, Sarnia, Ontario

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Gifts & Donations

As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made by cheque to the C.E.E. Hospital Foundation.