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Linda Marlene Irwin

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Linda Marlene Irwin

May 16, 1950 - December 7, 2022

Passed Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Ed's House Hospice, Cobourg after a brief illness. Beloved wife of John H. Irwin. Much loved mother of Shannon of Port Hope, Sherry Irwin-Brown (Matthew Brown) of Snow Lake, Manitoba, Holly Irwin (Daniel Proctor) of Cobourg, and voluntary son, Robert Crocker. Cherished grandmother of Sadie Rowell, Nathaniel and Chloe Brown and Daxton Proctor. Predeceased by her parents Kenneth and Mary Halligan and her brother Roy. Linda will be missed by her numerous friends from her many years at CDCI West as a custodian, her Bingo Buddies, Coffee/Tea meets around town and others. The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at Northumberland Hills Hospital, St. Michael's Hospital, as well as the staff at Ed's House. A private service will be held. Memorial Donations to the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.

MESSAGES OF CONDOLENCE / DONATIONS

Annie - January 26, 2023

Shannon, I'm so sorry for your family loss. Linda was an amazing woman, she was funny and caring and her love for Canada Day was very cherish by many of us. She was Mrs. Canada for me in particular. She will be sadly miss by everyone that knew her. I was blessed by her presence and her friendliness.

Alexandra Haines - January 11, 2023

John, so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. I am glad you had the many, many years of happiness you did have to sustain you. May your children and grandchildren be of great comfort to you. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. Alex

Sharon Mcmann Robins - December 25, 2022

So sorry to hear of your mom's passing she was a great women Deepest condolences

Nancy Simpson - December 19, 2022

John, and family, So sad to learn about Linda's passing. We met so many years ago when you worked for NCTV. Since then, when ever Linda and I met on the street or in a store, we stopped and had a quick talk, and shared a little if where are lives had gone. She was delightful, and full of life, always looking on the bright side. Linda will be remembered and missed by those who were touched by her spirit. My deepest sympathy at this most difficult time. Nancy

Bill Dickinson - December 17, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Barinder Gill - December 14, 2022

Dear Irwin Family, Linda was a kind and at a times humorous human. She was exactly the face and interaction that students needed, including myself at CDCI West. Our world has lost a good and decent human. My heartfelt condolences. Barinder

Shirley McMann - December 13, 2022

Sorry to hear about Linda! She was always so nice and kind. Sending our condolences. May memories bring you comfort and peace.

David Proctor - December 12, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Debbie Wannamaker - December 12, 2022

Dear John and Family, I was so very saddened to hear of Lindas' passing, which is far to early. I met Linda over 30 years ago when I was working with her husband John at Northumberland Cable. Linda was always fun to be around with a great sense of humour. I hope that your many shared memories will help you all through this difficult time. Sincerest Condolences, Debbie Wannamaker

Norman Davis - December 12, 2022

My sincerest condolences John to you and your family on the passing of Linda (my cousin). May you be comforted during this time of loss.

Samantha Blackburn - December 11, 2022

I remember I spent ...probably most of grade nine at Linda's house. I want to thank you for allowing us dumb kids to have "Party Central" at your home. I don't know if anyone but me and you know this, but thank you for sharing your hot oatmeal with me, while everyone else ate cold cereal!

Catherine A Wilson - December 11, 2022

Sorry to hear about Linda.Rest in peace now.Pain is gone now. Love Cathy and Jim Laura and Christine and Cameron Wilson.

Lorraine Roberts - December 11, 2022

I am sorry to hear of Linda's passing, John you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Linda was such a special person, always smiling and happy. May the memories that you have made together carry you through this sad time,

Christine Steel - December 11, 2022

So sorry to hear of this loss..

Lynda Darling - December 10, 2022

So sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. I have many fond memories of our time together at CDCI West. Linda was a gem. She was someone who always had a smile & a positive outlook.

Barbara Wilson - December 10, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

June Minifie - December 10, 2022

Deepest sympathy to the family

Lisa Fleury - December 10, 2022

I worked with Linda for many years at Cdci West and never meet a more sweet and thoughtful person. Rest in pease Lindalou

Connie Davey - December 10, 2022

Linda was a very cheerful, kind and thoughtful person, always smiling. We had many chats and laughs working at the West. Linda loved the colour pink & made sure I was drinking Vitamin water to keep healthy! She was very proud of her children and grandkids. She will be missed. My sincere condolences to the family. Memories are forever.

Paul and Lori Andrus - December 10, 2022

John and family, So very sorry to hear of the passing of Linda.Life can be very unfair sometimes.We are thinking of you at this very sad and difficult time.. Paul and Lori Andrus

Geoffrey Honey - December 10, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Geoffrey Honey - December 10, 2022

Shannon, Sherry and Holly, my heart goes out to you with the sad news of your mom's passing. I remember fondly the days when I first met her, exchanging cheerful banter in CDCI West's halls in the mid-eighties while picking up my wife Brigitte Evering from work. Then the chats and kindergarten home visits at Thomas Gillbard P.S. May the memories of happier times support you through this tough one. Sending love and care, Geoffrey Honey

Debbie Hackney - December 10, 2022

No matter the day she always greeted you with a big smile and a cheery hello ...dressed always in colorful outfits with accessories ....wonderful infectious laughter ...Will always recall her with her side kick Judy Rahme(Hackney)...RIP ..Linda ... l Hackney

George & Elizabeth Craig - December 9, 2022

John & family, we are sorry to hear of Linda's passing. May you find comfort in knowing your long-time friends are thinking of you all at this difficult time.

Sandra and Wayne Brooking - December 9, 2022

John and family,our condolences ,so sorry to hear of the passing of Linda.

Tammy Elder - December 9, 2022

John and Family, I am so sorry to hear about Linda’s passing. I have so many fond memories of Linda…..she babysat me as a young girl along with my brothers…..she let me drive her car in an empty parking lot way back in the day….she always loved the colour pink…..and old John Wayne movies…..always smiling and happy…..I sure hope they have BINGO in heaven Linda.

James Wilson - December 9, 2022

Dear John and family Sorry I am not able to be in attendance please accept my condolences Sad at any time of the year but this close to Christmas makes it harder. All the best to everyone JIM

Cliff & Cathy Dey - December 9, 2022

John & family, We are saddened to hear of Linda's passing & are sending you our deepest condolences! Sincerely, Cliff & Cathy

Dayle (Halligan) Harris - December 9, 2022

My condolences to Linda's family. Linda and I occasionally ran into each other and would have a great chat. She will be missed!

Debbie Routh - December 9, 2022

I am so sorry to hear about Linda's passing I will miss seeing her at bingo she was such a lovely person

Laurie (Clement) Caine - December 9, 2022

Linda and I shared many laughs and chats when we worked together at the West. Such a lovely lady. My thoughts are with her family.

Donna May Domroes - December 9, 2022

So sry to hear , always loved Linda , bingo buddy from The Davis Family

wendy bowman - December 9, 2022

Our Love and Prayers go out to your family to-day in the loss of your Wife, Mother, and Grandmother. Linda was always such a happy cheerful person, we always enjoyed having a visit with her when ever we meant. She we be greatly missed. She was so proud of her children and grandchildren . Cherish all the good memories you have and hold them close to your hearts. Your Cousin Wendy and Rick

Steve & Karen Cortesis - December 9, 2022

John please accept our condolences for your loss you and Linda where great neighbors

Brian and Pat Crawley - December 9, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

David and Marie Glover - December 9, 2022

Rest in Peace Linda. We will miss your jokes, laughter and fashion for pink. Condolence to my brother John, nieces Shannon, Sherry, Holly and their families. John, love, hugs and prayers to all your family. Mom and Dad, (Carmen and Barbara Irwin)

Lisa and Mike Morse - December 9, 2022

John and family sorry for your loss. I met Linda through another friend. She always had a good sense of humour. Our condolences to your family. RIP.

Shannon Crawley - December 8, 2022

My condolences to the Irwin Family, She was such a sweet lady, the door was always open to come by and always made you feel welcome and part of the Family. Good memories hold dear to my heart.

Lisa and Mike Morse - December 8, 2022

John and family sorry for your loss. I met Linda through another friend. She always had a good sense of humour. Our condolences to your family. RIP.

John Brooking - December 8, 2022

John,Our condolences to you and your family,so sorry to hear about Lindas passing

Mark Davis - December 8, 2022

So sorry to hear of my cousin Linda's passing. Wish I could attend the private gathering. My prayers and condolences to John and the family.

Raymond Henry and Sharon Henry - December 8, 2022

We will miss you so much. An awesome person always spoke and waved. R.I.P Linda. Our condolences to the family.

Patricia (Danny) Davis - December 8, 2022

I am so sorry for yourloss

Charles & Shirley Williams - December 8, 2022

So sorry to hear of Linda's passing we were shocked to hear the sad news. Linda was our Bingo buddy and she was truly a good friend. John we send our condolances to you and your family. R.I.P. Linda.

Frank Morello - December 8, 2022

John, Shannon, Sherry & Holly…Claire and I are very saddened to hear of Linda’s passing. Always enjoyed working with her at the West. She will be missed by so many as she was so pleasant all the time! Heart of gold! Lots of great memories to cherish.

Richard Versteeg - December 8, 2022

Such a lovely lady. Got to know her at Metro. My sincere condolences to Holly and the family.

Paul Broomfield - December 8, 2022

John, Shannon, Sherry, Holly, and family, my condolences, Linda will be miss by all.

Peter Delanty - December 8, 2022

I was sorry to read of Linda’s passing . She was a positive presence during her years at the West Collegiate . I enjoyed her genuine smile and her great sense of humour . May she Rest In Peace . Peter Delanty .

Hunter Cross - December 8, 2022

Linda we go along way back. Soar with angles my friend.

Sharon Weese - December 8, 2022

So so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. She was a regular on my casino bus and saw her quite often at bingo. My condolences to all the family.

Lisa-Ann Davidson - December 8, 2022

Linda you will be missed by so many. Thank you so much for making part of your family. I am a better person for have you as part of my life growing up.

Jennifer Robison - December 8, 2022

Shannon and family so sorry to hear about your mom. I have so many memories from our childhood of your mom. She will be forever in our hearts. RIP Linda

Joan Hepburn - December 8, 2022

So sorry to hear of your loss. She will live on in your memories

Bill and Debbie Cole - December 8, 2022

John,Shannon, Sherry, and Holly,and families We are so saddened at the loss of our neighbour and cherished friend of many years. It was very rare to leave a conversation with Linda without a smile, Her fast wit and sense of humour were always appreciated. Rest well dear friend Bill and Debbie

Linda Osborne and Rick Teal - December 8, 2022

John and family...we are so sorry to hear about Linda. All our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. All our best Linda and Rick

Deborah M Cole - December 8, 2022 DONATION

A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:

Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre

Brenda Chamberlain - December 8, 2022

Sending my condolences to John Sharon Sherry Holly at this difficult time RIP Linda Irwin you will be missed by all

Rick Thomas - December 8, 2022

John and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife Linda and send my sincerest sympathy to you and your family. Rick.

John Stillwell and Janet Vansteijn - December 8, 2022

John and family please accept our condolences on Lindas passing. I worked with her at CDCW for a number of years and I remember all the shiny trinkets that she would collect and proudly attach to her custodial cart. I will remember all of our good times and her wonderful sense of humour. R.I.P. My friend.

Mary Anne Kellar - December 8, 2022

John, Shannon, Sherry and Holly, and families, sending you my deepest sympathies, hugs and prayers. Rest in Peace Linda. Much love to all.

Sherry Gray-DiBenedetto - December 8, 2022

John and family I’m so saddened to hear of Linda’s passing. I loved doing her hair we had so much fun. Sending my condolences to all