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Helen Marie Braithwaite, of Hanover, passed away at McVean Lodge, Hanover on Friday, January 31, 2025, in her 104th year.
Born in Bentinck Township on March 12, 1921 to the late Gordon and Mary Louise (nee Lange) Mackey. Helen was a member of the St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Women, Lamlash Women's Institute and Hanover Care Centre Auxiliary.
Survived by son Douglas and his wife Donna of Bentinck Township, daughter Judith and her husband Bob Dickson of Durham, and son in law John Aljoe of Hanover. Sadly missed by 7 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Predeceased by her beloved husband George, daughter Carole Ann Aljoe, brothers Carl Mackey, Bruce Mackey and sisters Doris Davies and Jean MacArthur.
Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Monday, February 3, 2025, from 2-4 pm, where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 11 am. A time of fellowship will follow at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. Interment in Hanover Cemetery.
For those that are unable to attend, the service will be live streamed directly on the obituary page on our website, and through the Mighton Funeral Home YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@MightonFuneralHomeLtd The live stream will start approximately 5-10 minutes prior to the service - at that time, please look for the live video post on the obituary page on our website or the Funeral Home YouTube Channel to join the service. For people unable to join at the time of the service, the live stream video will remain posted and available for viewing afterwards.
Memorial donations to the Canadian Diabetes Association and St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca
Funeral Service Live Stream
To Doug, Judy, and families I send my deepest condolences.
You don't live far away,
You're only a memory away,
Each time I come to a corner,
You're just supposed to be there,
As the song goes, "I'm not really gone, just gone on before".
God has grand plans, Amen.
Our families came together in Exeter Ontario,
George and Helen Braithwaite and Jim and Doris Edwards, moved to Walkerton, to develop and enhance, Canada Packers, it was actually little more than a storefront at the time.
I was 4 years old, so I'm guessing 1955. I was sure we had dropped off the face of the earth, except for the Braithwaite Family, George, Helen, Doug, Carolyn, and Judy.
George and Helen and family settled into his family farm near Hanover, and we lived in Walkerton.
That friend/ work relationship lasted for years. Visits to the farm, were many, at least once a month, maybe more, where drinks of warm milk in the barn, playing the over game something with a ball on the roof, Carolyn playing the piano, me pretending to sing and dance like Elvis Presley, and Helen's home-cooked meals, topped it all off.
Know it or not you guys were kind of the flag pole, the stay, if you will, in a great big World for that little 4-year-old.
Sending Love and prayers to you all. Diane Edwards Anger.
I just found out about Helen's passing. I knew Helen from church and also from growing up across the street from her and "uncle" George as I called him. They were dear sweet neighbors. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
- Michelle SimI enjoyed getting to know Helen at Saint Andrew's Pres Church. Sane in the choir with her and Carolanne. I had the privilege of looking after her at McVeen lodge. She and I shared a lot of laughs together. She was a wonderful lady sending my condolences.
- Jane WatchDear Judy, Bob, Doug, Donna & John and families: my deepest condolences to you all on the passing of my dear Aunt Helen. She was my favorite aunt and I have so many fond memories of spending time with her and Uncle George at the farm and then later at their house in town. She was warm and kind, generous with her time, and a perfect hostess. She was also a true servant of God and I am sure she is in the express line in heaven. Jean (Mackey) Kashman
- Jean (Mackey) KashmanJudy, Doug and families, I was saddened to hear of the passing of your Mom and my dear aunt Helen. The thought of her brings a smile to my face. I have fond memories of her laugh and sense of humour, she was a "spitfire"!. She was generous, kind and giving. What a wonderful life she had that touched so many.
Unfortunately, I can't attend the service but my thoughts will be with you. - Jim
A true privilege to have known and cared for such a lovely feisty lady. Her tenacity and wit will be greatly missed.
- PamelaOur prayers and much sympathy to the family and friends of a dear friend Helen. I attended the Presbyterian church for over 30 years and knew Helen for those 30 years. She was a wonderful lady and a friend to all. Rest in peace and God Bless You.
Judy Kueneman Scheifele
So sorry for your loss. A lot of good memories share by the Collins family and the Braithwaite family.
- Susan CaslerSorry to hear of Helen's passing. I was a past member of St Andrews Presbyterian Church. I remember meeting Helen with Carole Ann. God blessings to all the family.
- Mary Davidson
So very sorry to hear of Helen's passing. We were neighbours of Helen's & Georges on 7th. St. for many years Our deepest sympathy to the whole family.
Helen was an absolute joy to have at McVean lodge. She made us all laugh everyday and will be deadly missed.
- Tanya VaneeOur deepest condolences on the passing of Helen. Her long and happy life is a beautiful legacy to cherish, and the moments and memories will live on in the in your hearts. Rest Peaceful Helen.
My thoughts are with all of you.
Rest well dear Aunt Helen.
So sorry to hear of Helen's passing. I saw her in January 2025 and she knew me after telling her a couple of names of people we both knew.. We were cousins and I visited her the last 3 years. I have some great pictures of her and me. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time.
- Jean Murrin(Henderson)Judy, Bob, Steve,Geoff & family.
I was sorry to hear of Helen's passing. My thoughts are with you during this sad time. My sincere condolences.
Dianne Dickson
