Maureen Elizabeth FISHER

Maureen Elizabeth FISHER

FISHER, Maureen Elizabeth February 4, 1931 – October 6, 2018 Maureen passed away peacefully and comfortably at Margaret Bahen Hospice, in Newmarket, ON, with her family at her side. Born in Windsor, ON, to Honorah and Dr. Terrence Robert, Maureen trained at St. Joseph’s Hospital in London, ON, in Nursing. In 1958, Maureen and Richard began their long and wonderful marriage in Toronto, ON. Much loved Mother to Shannon (Peter), Susan, Terry (Tammy), Martha (Bill) and Matthew (Maria). Adored Grandmother of Alexis, Geoffrey, Kate, Eliza, Rachel, Sheila, Liam, Kieran, Anthony, Alaina, Charlotte, Christian, Olivia, James, Daniel, Michael, Madeleine and Jack.

Maureen loved life! She was passionate about her family and her beloved friends. Her varied interests included gardening, travel, curling, tennis, playing any and all games and many types of crafts. She volunteered tirelessly for years for Canadian Cancer Society and Sunnybrook Hospital. The Fisher family is very grateful for the wonderful and compassionate care provided by the doctors, nurses and caregivers involved, during Maureen’s illness.

Maureen’s visitation, funeral and reception will all be held at Chapel Ridge Funeral Home, 8911 Woodbine Avenue, Markham, ON. The visitation will take place Friday, October 12th from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral will be held on Saturday, October 13th at 12 noon, followed by a reception for friends and family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be directed to Margaret Bahen Hospice, Covenant House, or Canadian Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made at www.chapelridgefh.com