ZELLEN, Stella (nee Augustine) In her 90th year, of Uxbridge, formerly of Dundas passed peacefully surrounded by love after a 9 month journey with colon cancer.
Stella was a kind, humble, compassionate, nurturing lady who touched so many lives with her loving presence and authenticity. She was full of unconditional love that she freely shared with those around her. Stella was always supportive, accepting, inspiring and generous. She was understanding and had a forgiving heart that always looked for the best in people. Many of Stella’s friends have shared these precious thoughts with her daughters.
Born June 30th, 1929, she is predeceased by her parents; Rosalie and Stanley Augustine, her husband; Edmund and her brothers; Stanley and Albert. Stella is survived by her sister Helen and four daughters and their partners; Lynn Zellen, Karen Vanderlee, Wendy Zellen & Gwen Zellen, 9 grandchildren & 6 great grandchildren. Family held an important place in Stella’s life.
Stella, always ahead of her time, was a 1952 University of Toronto graduate and practicing pharmacist in addition to raising her children. Mom/Grams is her family’s super-hero who loved life, the people around her, her plants and gardens, nature and the changing seasons. She was her family’s biggest fan, teaching us to believe in ourselves. Mom/Grams was an inspiration and made anyone she interacted with feel like they were the most special person in the world.
A celebration of Stella’s life will be held on Saturday April 27, 2019 with a service at 2:00 followed by a celebration until 4:30 at Low & Low Funeral Home , 23 Main Street South, Uxbridge (905-852-3073).
The family wishes to thank all those who have extended their support to Stella during her difficult journey, Stella’s Shobrook family and Dr. Jennifer Wilson with her team of caregivers.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital Foundation would be a great way to honour Stella. By phone: Uxbridge Cottage Hospital, 905-852-9771 ext.5286 (Accepts all major credit cards over the phone) or online: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/uxbridge-cottage-hospital-foundation/#donate-now-pane.
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