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Jeannette ‘Jenny’ Gertrude Near, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, on Monday, December 30, 2024 in her 87th year.
Born in Carrick Township on July 15, 1938, to the late Seraphine and Eugenia (nee Kueneman) Schwartz. 'Jenny' enjoyed living in the Hanover area, and many will remember her working as a caterer for Bender's Catering. She was a faithful member of Holy Family Church in Hanover, and served for many years with the C.W.L. 'Jenny' loved a good game of cards, with one of her favourite games being Rummoli. She had a group of close friends she played Rummoli with weekly for many years, and later, she enjoyed cards at Holy Family on Tuesdays as well. As much as Jenny loved a good game of cards with friends, family was always at the forefront. She was a proud wife, mom, grandma, and great grandma, and loved quality time with her family. She will be missed.
Survived by son David Black of Fort Frances, and daughter Cathy (Wayne) Fischer of Hanover. 'Grandma Jenny' to her grandchildren Marissa and Dustin (Cortney), and great grandchildren Kira, Ashton, Blake, and Ryker. Step-mother of Rob (Johanna) Near, and Denise (Tom) Near and their children Elizabeth and Jonathon, all of Barrie. Fondly remembered by sister-in-law Marj Schwartz of Brockton, Claudette (Lee) Winchester of Ottawa, Gord (Sheila) Black of Orleans, and Betty Ann Young of St. John, New Brunswick, as well as many nieces, nephews, and their families. Predeceased by her parents, 1st husband Al Black (1982), 2nd husband Don Near (2022), brothers Bill (Dorla) and Jerry Schwartz, and sister Betty (Cyril) Lemay.
Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Sunday, January 5, 2025, from 2-4 pm. Visitation will also be held at Holy Family Church, Hanover, on Monday January 6, 2025, from 9:30 - 10:45 am, where a Funeral Mass will follow at 11 am. All are welcome. The service will be livestreamed through the church’s website at https://holyfamily.ca/ Father Romalito Guillan officiating. Interment in Holy Family Cemetery, Hanover.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society or a charity of your choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
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Sorry to hear about your Mom Cathy. I have a lot of great memories of her from our childhood, and more recently from seeing her at the dental office. She loved reminiscing about the Hanover Inn days.
Condolences to you and your family.
Cathy and family - so sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed stopping to chat with your mom when we were out for a walk on 7th street. She was such a nice lady! Sorry for your loss!
- Suzanne and Steve WhiteOur sincere condolences. Aunt Jeanette was allways a joy to see and she sure loved her family! Hold your memories close. Rob & Jan Schwartz
- Rob & Jan SchwartzOur deepest condolences,Cathy and your families,Lots of fond memories,hanging out at your house, when we were growing up. Your mother was a lovely lady, very spunky and living life to the fullest. We are so lucky to go through life, and creating so many wonderful memories with our loved ones,
- Lori PaulitzkiWe are sending our deepest sympathies to all of the family!
So sorry to here of your moms passing
Sending our sympathy to all of you
Keeping you all in our thoughts
May she rest in peace
Sheryl and Nick
I'm so sorry to hear of Jenny's passing. She was truly a lovely person and I remember clearly how excited she was when her first grandbaby, Marissa, was born! Lots of good memories from when we were all kids and all those catering jobs too! I'm sure you are missing her terribly. My thoughts and prayers to you all.
- Chrystelle OwensI met Jenny when I was a patient in London hospital over 30 yrs ago. She was such a nice person to share a room with. My husband & I went Hanover for a visit with Jenny & Don and were welcomed with open arms. She spoke fondly of her family & you could tell that they meant the world to her. She loved her job catering & the friends she made helping cater. Iam sure that she will be missed by many.
God bless you Jenny.
My condolences to the family.
- Ed ERMELMy Sympathy To Black Near Families Bill Schinbein
- Bill SchinbeinSincere condolences to Cathy, Wayne and extended family. Cherish the great memories and hold them close as they will get you through times of sorrow.
- Ken McAskillMy Sympathy to The family of Jennie Near, Jennie and I spent many happy times at our Ruhl cottage in Sauble Beach together.
- Pat EvansSo sorry to hear about the passing of Jenny. We had a lot of laughs together and she always remembered us living down the street from her and the good times we had at school (after school). May Jenny ‘Rest in Peace.'
our condolences go out to Cathy and David and families.I have known Jenny for a long time, especially at school for parent interviews as well as at Sunday Mass when she sang in the choir with me.Rest easy ,Jenny.Bill and Marlene Douma.
- Marlene DoumaRest in peace Jenny. It was such a pleasure getting to know this sweet lady over the past year. She had such a love for her church family and always had a kind word and positive outlook. We will miss her.
- Ted and Christine Zettel
