Helen Alberta Errington (Barbour)
Visitation will be held Friday, April 29, 2011 from 2 - 4 & 7 - 9 PM.
MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Lucknow, ON

Cemetery:
Greenhill Cemetery, Lucknow, ON
In Memory of
Helen Alberta Errington (Barbour)
August 1st, 1929 - April 27th, 2011

Place of Death

Wingham & District Hospital

Obituary

Helen Errington of Lucknow, died at Wingham Hospital on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of Harold Errington and the late Angus MacDonald. Loved by her children: Donald (Mary Anne) MacDonald, of Lucknow, Vera (Gord) Millar of Kitchener, Dayle (Jeff) Taylor of Lucknow, daughter-in-law Marlene MacDonald of St. Helens and by step-children: Penny (Mike) Snobelen of Goderich, Nancy (John) Hamilton of Lucknow, Donna Sue (Rick) Robson of Kincardine, David (Laurie) Errington of West Wawanosh Twsp. Missed by her 19 grandchildren & 16 great-grandchildren. Survived by siblings: Isabel Young, Allan Barbour, and Phyllis Holmes, and sister-in-law Laura Barbour. Predeceased by son Doug MacDonald, step-daughter Diane Park and brother Ken Barbour, and infant daughter Darlene.

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Message from Sandy and John MacLeod2011-05-06 00:19:49
To the MacDonald and Errington families, We are so sorry to learn of the passing of your DEAR Mom. The memories of her love of life, her friendly smile and her willingness to have a freindly chat immediately come to our minds. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. Hammer and Sandy
Message from Vera Millar2011-05-05 21:22:52
Thankyou all for your kind words of sympathy. It is truly heart warming to know Mom is remembered in such a loving way. We all loved her so much and will miss her forever.
Message from Barb Jardine2011-05-01 11:44:12
I'm so sorry to hear of Helens passing.She was a wonderful person.We shared many laughs and also many tears together.I'm so glad we got to hug and chat at the time of mom's visitation.My heart goes out to each and everyone of you.Heen will be so missed by so many.Barb jardine.
Message from Bill and Donna Moffat2011-04-30 15:00:46
To the McDonald and Errington familes: please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of a wonderful lady. She was always so cheerful and pleasant to meet. Treasusre your many memories.
Message from walter & lorraine arnold2011-04-29 20:58:59
Our sincere sympathy in your loss of a dear wife, Mother & Grandmother
Message from Larry and Joyce Black2011-04-29 14:25:10
Sincere sympathy to the entire MacDonald and Errington families in the loss of a dear wife, Mother and Gramma. Helen always had a nice smile when we met. Thinking of you all at this sad time - she will be missed by everyone. Larry Joyce & Family
Message from Eric and Bonnie Taylor2011-04-29 10:52:53
To the MacDonald / Errington Families - Helen was a very special lady who we will always remember her for her delicious tea biscuits, tarts and her ability to always be there to help when needed. One of our greatest memories of Helen is how she always made us feel like part of her family. We wish you peace, comfort and love. Helen is know in "God's House" watching over her loved ones. May you keep all your cherised memories close to your heart to help you through the days ahead. Love Eric, Bonnie, Paula and Whitney
Message from Arnold and Margaret DeLong2011-04-28 20:03:10
Sorry for the loss of your loved one. Are prayers are with the family
Message from Dorne & Betty Fitzsimmons2011-04-28 19:55:41
Our deepest sympathy to you Harold and the family. We always enjoyed chatting with Helen at the cove and I, Betty, have thought of her often since running into her at the Grand River clinic. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Sincerely, Dorne, Betty, Rob and Amy
Message from marilyn martin2011-04-28 18:35:39
So very sorry to hear about Helen. My Dad (Austin Martin) was always very fond of her.I've been up several times lately helping Mom with her move. Like to get together with you, Dale and Jeff sometime - it's been years. I'll be thinking of you this weekend. Take care xoxoxxomarilyn martin
Message from Ron and Anita Elliott2011-04-28 15:31:49
Sorry for your loss, she was a beautiful spirit and will be greatly missed by the community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Message from Carol Harvey2011-04-28 15:12:17
My thoughts are with you at this time.
Message from Chris Motsch2011-04-28 12:46:51
Dayle & family, thinking of you during this time of sorrow. Your mom must have been an amazing woman, judging by how you turned out. Wanted to let you know that your Guiding friends are thinking about you.
Message from Dianne Weber2011-04-28 11:52:27
Harold I was so sorry to hear of Helen's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you and her family. I always enjoyed having Helen and you at the St. Helens' diners. She always had a smile and kind word for me. Dianne