It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mabel Irene Primeau (nee Holland). She passed away quietly at her home of 52 years with her husband, David, by her side.

Mabel's journey began September 10, 1932 in Thorold where she was born into a large family. She is survived by her adored brothers, Don, Bob, Jim, and Howard, and predeceased by Clifford, Marg, Betty, and Jack. A graduate of Elizabeth Arden Beauty school in Toronto, Mabel later worked at Potter & Shaw in St. Catharines. She married David Primeau in 1959 and moved shortly thereafter to Deep River. A lover of the great outdoors, Mabel never shied away from adventure and embraced all that northern Ontario had to offer. That included everything from hunting, camping, fishing and boating and doing it all while starting a family with the birth of her first born son Neal, and second son, Paul.

In 1965, Mabel and David's journey took a new turn when they moved to Oakville adding two more young faces over the next decade with the birth of her daughter Julie and son Jason. Mabel made a happy and loving home for her family that warmly welcomed many cherished friends and neighbours. Mabel touched the lives of everyone who fondly remembers her kindness, genuine smile, warmth, and gracious manner. With a gentle spirit, she was always willing to help those in need and was an active volunteer for the Oakville Fareshare food bank for many years.

In later years, Mabel blossomed into a globetrotting traveller and embraced exploring the world with friends, new and old. Whether it was going to the top of Machu Picchu or going on safari in South Africa, she was always looking forward to her next adventure.

Her lasting impact is felt by her husband David, son Neal (predeceased), Paul (Helen), Julie (Jim), and Jason (Jessie) and her cherished grandchildren Joslyn, Jane, Michael, and Joseph. For the many lives she touched, Mabel will be remembered fondly and missed greatly.

A gathering with friends and family will be held on Sunday September 24th from 2- 4 p.m. at Kopriva Taylor Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Road West, Oakville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.