May Burnley Wilson (Nee Brooks) passed away peacefully and comfortably, with family around her, on May 12, 2026. She is very missed.
May was the beloved wife of her soulmate, the late Derek, with whom she immigrated to Canada from Ireland in the 1950’s, and much loved and devoted mother of Linda, Debbie (Gerry) and Karen (Mark). May was a proud, special Grannie to Nicole (Matt), Ryan (Sarah), Derek (Gus), Stephanie (Annie), Sara (Issy) and, honorarily to, Matt Blair. May was fortunate to have had wonderful great-grandchildren, Maeve and Nora. She was dear sister to Trevor, June and Terrence. She was a loving Aunt to many nieces and nephews across the pond. Loving daughter of Arthur and Brookie.
Alumna of Trinity College, Dublin. May had a love of world affairs, community volunteer work, people, cardplaying, and sports. We will miss May’s love of family, sparkle in her eye, sense of humour, kindness, wisdom, and fun.
The family expresses gratitude to May’s excellent caregivers, Marlene, Rekha, Jane, Irene, Bernice and Jocelyn, and the many loving Bayshore PSW’s. Many thanks to Dr. Manis, Ontario Health at Home, Paramed Nurse Vicky, Dr. Yoon of Temmy Latner, and Drs. Easson, and Steinberg.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at York Funeral Centre, 160 Beecroft Road, Toronto. Drop-in visitation 9:30am-10:30am, Service 10:30am, followed by a reception. Donations, if desired, suggested to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

The funeral service will be livestreamed. Please click on the link above, beside May's photograph that will appear after 10:15am to connect live. The recording will be available as of June 2nd under the media tab above. Thank you!