Jeannie Fraser Gauthier peacefully passed away at her home in Clarksburg on October 16, 2023, at the age of 84.
She was born in the Almonte hospital on February 28, 1939, to the late William and Anna (nee Rose) Findlay of Carleton Place, Ont. Jean was the beloved little sister to Bill (Betty Ann), Cate (John Fraser) and Peter (Sue).
In 1966, Jean married her love, Rene, and together they built a life centered around music, adventure, travel and family. Jean was a dynamic and involved mother and good friend to her children Joel, Abby (Scott Whitton), and Fraser (Erin Carty). She was also a beloved Granny to Athia, Findlay, Desmond and Spencer, providing them with granny advise and a place for a sleepover.
Jean was educated as a public school teacher and was an entrepreneur, starting the local Granary Health Food Store. She also worked at the Courier Herald and gave much of her time volunteering at the BVO.
Jean’s legacy extends beyond her immediate family, touching the lives of many nieces, nephews and their families. Her incredible network of loving friends and their families, as well as the friends of her children who often regarded her as a second mother, will always hold a special place in their hearts.
Jean embraced the past with elegance, class and grace, providing a connection to the beauty of yesteryear and bringing her calm and practical demeanour to every situation. She was so active, always had a trip planned and a canoe or pair of skis at the ready.
She was the cool mom that you could always rely on for rides, good advice without judgment and became a part of every group.
One of Jean’s remarkable qualities was her enduring vitality and youthful energy, which often left those around in awe at her zest for life. Her laughter and insatiable thirst for life were gifts she generously shared with all she encountered.
In remembering Jean, we celebrate a life well lived, filled with love, joy and countless beautiful memories. She will continue to inspire and comfort those who were fortunate enough to have known her.
Jean’s family will receive friends at the Ferguson Funeral Home in Meaford on Friday, October 20, 2023 from 4 until 7 p.m.
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Meaford Hospital Foundation would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted. www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca