Irene Emmaline O'Donnell

I have fond memories of Auntie Irene. From her fancy gold tooth which I thought as a child was super glamorous, to her kindness and gentle manner of being. I loved going to tea with my Mom at her house when I was young because she let us little kids choose our own "fancy" teacups. She always trusted us with her real china cups and saucers and to her credit we never did break one. Adding a lump of sugar to some tea was a highlight for me. When I saw her as an adult she always had a warm hug and smile for me. She was a sweet lady. Hugs and condolences to the family & everyone who knew her.

Condolences to the family of Aunt Irene. She was a wonderful person who always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. From Bonnie Palmer, Lacee and Sherry Heenan.

We wish we’d known her. Sincere condolences to Dave, Alison, Louise and all. John & Jane Smart

So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom , Louise. My condolences to you and your family.

I write this note of condolence as a neighbour of sorts to Irene. For almost three years, my wife Christine has lived in Extendicare next to Irene. Christine was a nurse and, as nurses do, she was frequently on the lookout for an opportunity to be helpful, for some evidence that she was needed by others. Early on in Chris’ tenancy at Extendicare, she would interrupt a chat with me to say that she needed to check on “My Little Friend Next Door,” which was her special name for Irene. You see, without knowing so, Irene’s mere presence was renewing Chris’ feeling of being useful in the world. Now, Chris is herself beyond being helpful to others, though she still looks about with some urgency, trying, I feel, to make sense of what she sees. She will no longer see Irene nor, perhaps, even remember her. But I remember her and will think of her and give thanks for her presence in Chris’ life.

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Canadian Cancer Society

So sorry for your loss. "Auntie Irene" was a very sweet person and was so good to me growing up with many great memories. She was sweet but also a very strong lady with business savvy and was someone we all looked up to. RIP Auntie Irene and all our love and thoughts are with you and your family. <3 John, Roseanne, Melissa and Mark

Sorry to hear of Irene's passing. I worked with her at Zellers she was a beautiful woman. Rest in Peace Irene

Condolences to Irene’s family.

Sue and family, I am so sorry to hear of your Moms passing, I remember her so well, she was always so spry, I really enjoyed our chats when I would go in to see my Mom at Extendicare. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all and know that she is now at peace.

Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of a truly, lovely woman. Irene had such a warm personality and will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Hugs to everyone!

My deepest condolences go out to the family , very sad to hear a great lady to have known you will be missed , Mario

To Doug and family, my sincerest condolences on the loss of your mother.

I am so sorry to hear of your Moms passing such a wonderful lady, will be dearly missed

My sincere condolences to Irene’s family. She was such a sweet lady. Thinking of you and remembering you in my prayers.

So sorry for your loss Mrs. O’Donnell was a very sweet lady my thoughts and prayers are with you 🤗❤️ Sharon

My condolences to the family. May she rest in peace.

Dear Louise, Alison and family, I first met your Mom 70 years ago at your neighbourhood ‘candy’ store and have had many lovely chats with her over the years. What a sweet and gentle woman. I’m so sorry for your loss….Love Lynda. ❤️ ☘️

Please accept my condolences, Irene was the sweetest sole ever known, I worked with her at Zellers and see was the most loveable person anyone could ever have worked with. May she rest in Peace

Dear Louise and family, Im very sorry to learn of the loss of your mother. Wishing you all the best, Anne Burnham