In memory of
Shirley Finnie
July 5, 1931 - April 15, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Shirley Grace Finnie (nee Forsyth), July 5, 1931 - Apr 15, 2025, at the age of 94, having lived a long life in her home in West Hill, where she happily resided for more than 50 years.
Shirley had a full life and successful career before beginning her family, yet one would scarcely know as she was incredibly humble and private.
She took tremendous care in everything she attempted, which showed everyday in her selfless and generous care of others. She was a fantastic host and it was a treat to receive an invitation to her home, as she was an excellent cook. We were spoiled by her efforts in the kitchen and will always cherish our many wonderful holiday memories together.
Throughout her life, she was a devoted Grandmother, Mother, Wife, Daughter, Aunt, Sister, and friend. She will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her, and will now be reacquainted with those loved ones who sadly went before her.
A terrific scrabble player, Shirley never lost her edge for the game, winning most of the time even into her nineties. She also had a lifelong passion for jazz, fine dining, poetry, ballet, art and photography, with a keen interest in Canadian Native and Inuit sculpture & paintings, of which she owned several.
Predeceased by her loving husband of 53 years, Wesley, and survived by her children Peter (Christine), and Sue (Pete), and their children Katy & Ryan, as well as her nephew, Bill (Sandy), and many other extended family members, we would like to please thank our wonderful family, great doctors, a special local pharmacist, and a few very important and incredible neighbours who helped to extend Shirley’s time comfortably in her cherished family home, with so many good memories.
A graveside gathering is scheduled for 1pm, Saturday, July 26th, to be followed by a celebration of life gathering in the Loft Room of the Olde Stone Cottage Pub, located at 3750 Kingston Road Scarborough Ontario, M1J3H5. The small gathering will run from 2-5 pm.
In lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to make a donation to Lupus Canada in Shirley’s name, would be greatly appreciated.
Shirley had a full life and successful career before beginning her family, yet one would scarcely know as she was incredibly humble and private.
She took tremendous care in everything she attempted, which showed everyday in her selfless and generous care of others. She was a fantastic host and it was a treat to receive an invitation to her home, as she was an excellent cook. We were spoiled by her efforts in the kitchen and will always cherish our many wonderful holiday memories together.
Throughout her life, she was a devoted Grandmother, Mother, Wife, Daughter, Aunt, Sister, and friend. She will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her, and will now be reacquainted with those loved ones who sadly went before her.
A terrific scrabble player, Shirley never lost her edge for the game, winning most of the time even into her nineties. She also had a lifelong passion for jazz, fine dining, poetry, ballet, art and photography, with a keen interest in Canadian Native and Inuit sculpture & paintings, of which she owned several.
Predeceased by her loving husband of 53 years, Wesley, and survived by her children Peter (Christine), and Sue (Pete), and their children Katy & Ryan, as well as her nephew, Bill (Sandy), and many other extended family members, we would like to please thank our wonderful family, great doctors, a special local pharmacist, and a few very important and incredible neighbours who helped to extend Shirley’s time comfortably in her cherished family home, with so many good memories.
A graveside gathering is scheduled for 1pm, Saturday, July 26th, to be followed by a celebration of life gathering in the Loft Room of the Olde Stone Cottage Pub, located at 3750 Kingston Road Scarborough Ontario, M1J3H5. The small gathering will run from 2-5 pm.
In lieu of flowers, anyone wishing to make a donation to Lupus Canada in Shirley’s name, would be greatly appreciated.
Funeral Details
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Inurnment
Pine Hills Cemetery & Funeral Centre
625 Birchmount Road, Toronto, ON, CANADA, M1K 1R1
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Saturday, 26 Jul 2025 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Celebration of Life
Olde Stone Cottage Pub (Loft Room)
3750 Kingston Road, Scarborough, ON, CANADA, M1J 3H5
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Saturday, 26 Jul 2025 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM