It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Our dear Mother, Dorothy Elizabeth Bannon, (nee Pickett) on July 16th at the age of 91. Mom passed quietly as per own wishes, peacefully, at home with her family. Loving daughter of Melvin and Delce Pickett. Loving sister to Jim, Peter, Paul, Michael, Ann, Tina, David and Eugene. Predeceased by James Joseph Bannon (2012). Beloved and devoted mother of Jim (Candy), Mary (Gerry O’Flaherty), Donald (Marion), Douglas (Laura), Terry, Ann, Dodie (Dennis Carr), Carol (Brian Ramage), Bert, Pat (Andrea) and Colleen. Beloved grandmother of Patrick, Marne, Daniel, Michael, Christopher, Matthew, Karina, Jessica, Sarah, Rebecca, Melissa, Shannon, Ashley and Brett. Great-grandmother of Caleigh, Bridgit, Bronwyn, Isla, Declan, Zoe, Seth, Hillary, Madison, Mackenzie, Lucas. Parker, Emmerson and Alexander. Dedicated mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Dorothy’s loving tenderness will be missed by her extended family in whom she took great pride and also by her countless friends. Dorothy Bannon was a remarkable woman. She excelled at all things in life. Dorothy was highly regarded in the catering business as well she was an excellent seamstress and gardener. We will miss her great sense of humor and wonderful smile. Many thanks to the Dr E Lahnsteiner, doctors, nurses and care practitioners at Dorothy Ley Hospice, LHIN and Spectrum Healthcare for their outstanding caregiving. Visitation Friday July 20th 10:15am – 10:45am at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, 480 Rathburn Road, Toronto M9C 3S8. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11am. Welcoming guests for refreshments and eats at Jimmy, Candy and Rebecca’s following mass. 97 Martin Grove Rd, Etobicoke On M9B 4K6 416-231-7384. Private burial. In lieu of flowers, donations to ShareLife, Dorothy Ley Hospice or charity of choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences can be made at www.etouch.ca