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KELLY, Brenda Elizabeth

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Passed away with family by her side, on Sunday July 7, 2019 at the age of
85.

Born in London, England to the late Walter Leslie Cable and Violet
Patricia Woods. The family followed Walter to Kingston, Canada during the
War.

Beloved wife of the late George F. Kelly, and treasured mother of Anne
Kelly and Sara Austin (Peter). Loving grandmother of Ben and David Austin
(and Anne's dog Misty & #9786;). Fond sister-in-law of Helen Thompson,
Doreen Armstrong (Ross), and Joan Cable (John). Predeceased by brother
John Cable, and sisters-in-law Beth Kelly, and Joan Nichols (Doug).

As one of the inaugural recipients of a degree in The History of Ideas
from Scarborough College University of Toronto, she expanded her love of
history and architecture during a year of living in Switzerland.
Maker of many lists, she brought her excellent organizational skills to
work on family chores, federal census and elections, church leadership,
church libraries, a small business, and her own memorial service. Her
beaming smile and laughter brought much joy to family and friends.

A memorial service at Harcourt United Church in Guelph will be held on
Friday July 26th at 1:00 p.m. We will be celebrating her happy, long life
and we hope those who come will wear bright happy colours instead of
mourning black, at her request. A light lunch reception will take place at
the church immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations would be appreciated to St. Mary’s
Hospital (supportstmarys.ca) or a charity of your choice. Cards available
at funeral home 519-822-4731. 



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