BAYLISS,Shirley Ann, (nee Johnston) of Toronto, Ontario.
It is with deepest sadness that the family announces the passing of Shirley on Monday January 11 th, 2016 at the age of 84 at Lakeridge Health Oshawa, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Beloved Wife to Victor for 56 years. Loving and devoted Mother to Leslie Anne (Ronaldo), Karen and Victor Junior (Sandy). Much loved Nanny to her six grandchildren Graeme, Evan, Lee, Aaron, Katie and Avery. Cherished Aunt to Christine and John Genereaux. Special grandmother to Jade and Payton Knox. Lifelong friend to Dorothy Buttle, Shirley Duffy and Dolores Crocco. Daughter of the late Christopher & Esther Johnston and sister to the late June Moore. She will be dearly missed by many other extended family members and friends.
Shirley loved being with people and enjoyed nothing more than spending time with those she loved. She was devoted to her family and a loyal friend to many.
A special thank you to the staff, in particular Dr. Ngo, Dr. Friedman and Dr. Dixon, and the supportive team of nurses on 4F,Supportive Care (Lainey,Dianne,Michelle,Ena) at the R S McLaughlin Durham Regional Cancer Centre in Oshawa for the compassionate care and extension of life you gave to her.
Resting at the ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East, Oshawa. Visitation will be held on Friday January 15th from 6-8 p.m., with service in the chapel on Saturday January 16th, 2016 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family.
The family would really appreciate it if you could please take a moment over a glass of wine (she wouldn't have it any other way) and share a memory or moment of Shirley online at www.armstrongfuneralhome.net
Close to our hearts you will always stay, loved and remembered every day.
To share a memory or send a condolence gift, please visit the Official Obituary of Shirley Bayliss hosted by Armstrong Funeral Home Limited.