1943-2019
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lynn Shepherd on October 17, 2019. She leaves to mourn her beloved husband of 57 years Brian Shepherd. Cherished mother of Wendy (Rémi), Carolyn (Robert) and Wayne (Carmen), loving grandmother of James and Adriana. Sister of Brian (Gail) and sister-in-law of Rodney (Kathy). She also leaves many nieces and nephews, family and friends.
Lynn led a very active social life and enjoyed entertaining, gardening, bridge, lawn and alley bowling.
The family would like to extend a very special thank you to Dr. Kevin Petrecca at the Montreal Neurological Institute as well as Dr. Scott Owen, Nathalie Melnick, Pedro Mejia and all the supportive staff at the MNI. Thank you to the staff of the West Island Palliative Care Residence for the exceptional care and support provided in her last weeks of life.
Visitation will take place at St. John Fisher Church (120 Summerhill, Pointe-Claire, H9R 2L7) on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. followed by funeral service at 11:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital for Dr. Kevin Petrecca’s research would be greatly appreciated. Call Neuro Development office at 514-398-1958. Donations to the West Island Palliative Care Residence also appreciated.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Voluntas (514-695-7979, voluntas.ca)
Irma Johnson
October 19, 2019 at 4:27 pmWe are all diminished by the loss of this lovely women. Lynn was always such a joy to be around.
My heartfelt condolences to your family.
Linda Delli Colli
October 20, 2019 at 2:38 pmDear Wendy
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family on the loss of your mother
Linda Delli Colli and John Carey
Brian and Gail Turnbull
October 21, 2019 at 11:09 amDeepest sympathy and much love to Brian Wendy, Carolyn and Wayne and families. We will miss Lynn in every way in our lives! So many precious memories come to mind and we are so blessed to have them! Lynn, we will miss your grace, your smile and your love!
Brother, Brian and sister-in-law, Gail and her nephews and niece and their families
James Lawrie and Family
October 21, 2019 at 12:45 pmOur deepest sympathies to you all.