MacCoubrey Funeral Home
30 King St. E., Cobourg
MacCoubrey Funeral Home
30 King St. E., Cobourg
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Peacefully at Ed’s House Hospice with family by her side.
Predeceased by her husband Malcolm Lemmon, her sister Kathleen Tyler. Survived by her daughters Shirley Mitchell (Earl), Brenda Downey (David), Grandchildren Ian Jack (Cara), Rachel Bemrose nee Jack (Geoff), Heather Dirks (Kip) Jennifer Matatall (Jim) and Elizabeth Mills (Andrew) And her 14 great grandchildren.
Doreen was born in England and grew up in Woodford Green Essex, at 15 she was sent to Scotland (Paisley) to live with her sister’s family, she worked in a Bomb Factory during the war.
Doreen loved to enjoy life with parties in their home, dancing, games & music, she loved dressing up in costumes & singing.
She immigrated to Canada in 1947 as the five-hundredth immigrant after the war. After meeting Malcolm in Windsor Ontario 1947 they were married in 1948 - Moving to Cobourg in 1963.
Family came first but she had a kind & giving heart and was able to help so many people, children were her love and she taught Sunday school as well as a Brownie Leader both in the Windsor area and again in Cobourg. She taught her daughters to love the great outdoors, plants, traveling, animals and Wildlife.
Funeral service will take place on Monday, January 19th, 2026 at MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 30 King St. E., Cobourg at 11:00 am. Reception to follow.
The family are eternally grateful to the staff of Legion Village for the more than 22 years she lived there for their care support. Also, to Ed’s House Hospice for their care and support in her final days, and to Dr. Xi her family doctor, thank you.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Legion Village or Ed’s House Hospice.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
To the Family, I am very sorry for the loss of Doreen, your Mother and grandmother. Sending love and hugs.. Gail Deveau
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
My deepest sympathy to Doreen’s family. I had the opportunity to care for Doreen at Legion Village as her Psw . Doreen was alway so thankful for her care and always had a smile in her face . We always had great conversations and she we be truly missed. RIP Doreen ❤️
Shirley and family, Sending heartfelt sympathy to all of your family with the passing of your Mom. We have many wonderful memories of your Mom - always fun, and ready for a good story and great laugh. She certainly had a long and adventurous life with a beautiful family of which she was so proud. Will be thinking of you all sending love and strength at this difficult time. Jim and Lorna
Deepest condolences to Shirley, Brenda and families on the passing of your Mom. I have great memories of our childhood growing up on Orchard Avenue. Where ever your Mom was there was laughter. Although she has lived a long life it is never easy to lose your Mom Thinking of you all May your many happy memories carry you through this sad time.
Dear Ian and family, Rachel and family, and Shirley and Earl, We’re so sorry for your loss. To live to 101 is a rare and beautiful gift, especially a life clearly filled with love, stories, and deep family bonds. But even such a long, full life doesn’t make saying goodbye any easier. We hope you find comfort in the many memories she leaves behind and in the love she shared with all of you. Thinking of you and sending our heartfelt condolences.
Dear Shirley, Brenda and Family We were very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Your Mother was a lovely person and we remember fondly the times we spent together. Please give our Love to the family. Our Love, thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Love Aileen and David and Family
Shirley, Brenda and families - sending my sincere condolences on the loss of your wonderful mom. I have many fond memories of her on Orchard Avenue, quick visits with my mom at the back door, each one filled with laughter! She was a staple in our neighborhood, always with a smile and sometimes accompanied by her Scottie dogs. May your many memories be a comfort to you at this difficult time.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Ed's House Northumberland Hospice Care Centre
Ian and family. Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your grandmother. Although we never met her, we feel we know her, as you spoke of her often. We know you must have many wonderful memories to hold in your hearts.
Shirley, I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. You’re in my thoughts.
Shirley, Earl and family. You have my sorrows ❤️
So very strange to see this as just a few days ago I was thinking about our early years as friends and wondering if "Mrs. Lemmon" was still going strong....and sure enough she continued to keep going - I was trying to figure out how old she was and guess 102 - must have been all that wonderful English tea that kept her going!! We sure had a ton of memories together - Brenda being my closest friend in those early years - many many fun times - I really loved your parents and we shared so many little trips - camping and other things... I haven't been to Cobourg since selling my house - 2012 and now live in Collingwood - I do however often think of our early years and lots of memories come to mind - Brenda and Shirley, know I am thinking of you both - you were very lucky to have your mom so long - I will have a cuppa tea in her memory and big big hugs to you both, lots of love, Hallie (Gibson) xoxoxoxo
Dear Shirley, Ian, Cara, Malcolm and Ewan, We are saddened to learn of the loss of your mom, grandmother, and great grandmother. We are thinking of you and wishing you all the best at this time.
Shirley Sorry to hear of your Mother passing! Sincerely
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
The Bridge Hospice
Dear Shirley, Brenda and families – my sincere condolences. I have such fond memories of growing up with you both and your parents on Orchard Avenue. You mom was always a great hostess to even our little dance parties and I fondly remember learning all the words to “Burlington Bertie” from her and our moms joining us for a rousing chorus of “Auld Lang Syne” at a New Year’s Eve Party in our early teens. I still have the photos. What a kind and loving couple, your Mom very social and your Dad so quiet and cool, they complimented each other so perfectly! I hope that all the fun memories of your many years together will support you and your families through this challenging time. With much love, Carol
Our condolences on the loss of Doreen. Thinking of you Ian, Rachel, Shirley and family. Big hugs.
Sending our deepest sympathies to you Shirley, Ian , Rachel and your families. How lucky you were to have such an amazing woman in your lives for so long! May your many memories bring you peace at this very sad time. Thinking of you all, Alison and Dan
Dearest friends, we are sending our deepest sympathies on the loss of this wonderful lady; your mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. I know you will all miss her immensely. Keep your precious memories of her in your hearts. 💔
So sorry Ian and Rachel. Your grandmother sounded like a wonderful lady, Condolences to the whole family.
My condolences to Doreen's Family. I have known Doreen for the entire 22 years she has lived at Legion Village. She always had a big smile and dressed beautifully.....and loved to shop. She loved to dress up for Halloween and wear her fancy fascinators. I will miss seeing her everyday at The Village.
Very fond memories of the Lemmon family. Please accept my prayers and condolences.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village
Doreen's Family, I've known Doreen for the 9 years I've worked at Legion Village, serving her in the dining room. Always a smile on her face. Any time on tray service to their rooms (shutdown periods), she would always tell me interesting stories and show me photos of her family and life. She will be missed, & sporting her celebration hats.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village
Shirley, Brenda and families, your mom was my very dear friend and I cherish the memories of all the great times we had together. We would go on trips to many places such as Toronto, Niagara, Stratford to shop and explore and enjoyed many bus trips to see the big Theatre shows. A life well lived, rest in peace my dear friend. May you each find comfort in your own memories and reflections of Doreen.
Shirley, Brenda & families. I am sorry to hear of your Mom's passing, she was a lovely lady. I remember her from my childhood/teenage days. Sending my sincere condolences. Sue (Johnston) Spicer
Doreens family my deepest sympathy. I've known Doreen a short time here at Legion Village. A sweet lady with a lovely smile. RIP Doreen.
Brenda and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom lived a long and happy life and you have been a devoted daughter. I remember your mother fondly from our public school years.
I was fortunate enough to be able to care ♥️ for Doreen as fer PSW. She always had a great smile, very kind, enjoyed our conversation's. My, Condolences to her family, you are now at peace Doreen!
Sorry to hear about your mom passing Shirley.I guess there isn’t to many General Foods people left that came from Windsor.My deepest condolences.Debbie
I had the pleasure to look after Doreen for 15 years she was a beautiful and wonderful caring woman. I loved going to see her everyday. Rest in peace Doreen.
I live at legion village and Doreen was a lovely lady R I P Doreen