Eileen Stothers passed away on January 1, 2015 in Oakville Hospital after a short illness. She was predeceased by husband Jack and daughter Stephanie (Brian Pierce) and mourned by sister Kay (Bert Davidson); son Paul (Ellen) and daughter Jennifer (Mark Dietrich); grandchildren Jenna, Andrea, Kathleen and Patrick Stothers; Riley and Jenny Pierce and Tae and Annie Dietrich. Eileen will be missed by niece Anne Davidson Muru (Rob), their children Jacqueline and Matti and nephew Jim Davidson (Yani) and children Graydon and Zoe.
Eileen was beloved by family and a wide circle of friends, with a trademark style, wide smile and blonde ponytail. Her emotional resilience and discipline got her through the Depression and a life of ups and downs. People were drawn to her because she was at peace with herself and always looked for the best in everyone else. Eileen was born and raised in Oshawa, Ontario. Her years there had a formative influence. She relished the memories and the company of many lifelong friends from the 'Oshawa Crowd'. After marriage, Jack and Eileen settled in Oakville. They raised their family and enjoyed the company of many good friends they met in the various neighbourhoods in which they lived and through their parish church, St. Andrews. As time went on, Eileen was able to indulge her interest in home décor. Eileen used her flair for decorating to become a founding member of the St. Andrew's Christmas House Tour in 1981. This was a passion to which she devoted her energies for over twenty years. The House Tour continues to flourish today, using the funds raised to assist local charities All along Eileen took great joy in being in the company of her family, particularly her grandchildren. She was never happier than when everyone was gathered together. Visitation will take place at Kopriva Taylor Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Rd. West, Oakville (905-844-2600) on Tuesday, January 6 from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm. A funeral mass will be celebrated at St. Andrew Church, 47 Reynolds Street, Oakville (905-844- 3303) at 11 am on Wednesday, January 7. Donations may be made in Eileen's memory to 'Steph's Place' at the Lighthouse Program for Grieving Children, www.grievingchildrenlighthouse.org. This will be a dedicated room in the new Lighthouse 'home' for teens that are struggling to cope after the loss of a loved one. The family would like to thank the many friends who have offered their thoughts and prayers over the past weeks. Also, we are indebted to the wonderful nursing staff on floors 2 Centre and 3 East for the professional and loving care they showed Eileen. Thanks as well to Dr. Juanita Strang for her valued support throughout our mother's stay in hospital.