Inez Marie Lever (née Seabrook) of Hanover passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Hanover and District Hospital on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the age of 91.
Born in Markdale, Ontario, on August 25, 1933, to the late George Ernest and Alice (née Menary) Seabrook, Inez lived a life filled with love, generosity, and dedication to family and community. She was a proud member of the Agricultural Society and a steadfast supporter of her husband Jim’s active involvement in agriculture, always by his side.
Inez’s love for horses began in childhood, growing up on the farm, where she fondly recalled her father, George, taking the neighborhood children to school in the winter by horse and sleigh. Later in life, she found great joy in the excitement of racehorses and the happiness they brought to her family. She was a talented cook and baker, known for filling her home with the inviting warmth of homemade meals and desserts that brought family and friends together.
Above all, Inez deeply cherished her role as a grandmother and great-grandmother. She was endlessly thoughtful and generous with her time, creating special, lasting memories with her grandchildren—whether through shared stories, laughter in the kitchen, or simply making every moment together meaningful.
She is survived by her devoted husband of 74 years, James "Jim" Lever, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and partnership. Loving mother of Doug (Donna) Lever and Dennis (Betty Anne) Lever. A cherished grandmother to Kailagh (Christian), Gregory (Natalia), and Regan (Glen), and a proud great-grandmother to Hopkins, Penelope, Lyla, Everly, Finnegan, and Heidi. Inez will be dearly missed by her nieces, nephews, and extended family. She is predeceased by her sister, Eunice (Glen) Howell.
Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m., officiated by Pastor Jenn Brown. Interment to follow at Hanover Cemetery.
Memorial donations to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or the Diabetes Association would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca.
Dear Jim--I was so sad to hear the passing of Inez---my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Marilyn McKinnon.
We were sorry to hear the news of Inez passing. Our sincerest condolences to the family during this difficult time.
- Pauline and Frank RuffoloSorry for your loss Uncle Jim and family.
- David DowlingDear Jim , So sorry to hear about Inez .Your family have been friends for over 50 years. We have to babysit tomorrow or we would be there. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Jim and Kris Milne
We are so sorry to hear about Inez's passing. She was a wonderful neighbour and will be deeply missed. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
- Dan and Christine TeepleSending our heartfelt sympathy!! Goldie & Sharon Tilker.
- Sharon TilkerOur condolences on the passing of your mom. I always enjoyed our conversations when shopping.
- Al & Marg MartinDeepest condolences to Jim & the family. We lived next door & we shared a lot of laughs & good talks. She was a great friend & she will be missed.
- Richard & Richenda OelschlagelDeepest condolences to the Lever family. I loved Inez, she was a lovely lady. I have alot of great childhood memories of her. She will certainly be missed.
- Jim and Debbie KaufmanSENDING SINCERE CCONDOLENCES TO THE LEVER FAMILY, TREASURE YOUR MEMORIES OF INEZ! RIP
- RUTH AND JOHN CHAPMANDear Jim and Family:
I am sending along my deepest condolances. Inez was a very special lady and I always admired her spunk and her sense of humor. She will be greatly missed. Here's to a life well lived. She always made my day when she came into the New Life Mills Retail Store.
Sincerely: Dan and Marlene Schefter and Family.
OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO JIM AND FAMILY. WONDERFUL NEIGJBOURS. GOING TO MISS THAT WAVE EVERYDAY OR NIGHT . SENDING LOTS OF LOVE DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME AND DAYS AHEAD XO.
- Kathy Becker and Jeff YatesInez was like a second Mom to me and my brother, Shane when we were babies through our toddler years and beyond (1967-1980). I fondly remember when Inez discovered that all the crusts from the peanut butter sandwiches she was making for Shane were under her bed. She laughed and laughed. She was always cheerful and fun to be with.
Sending all our love and condolences to Jim and your family.
With love,
Paulette Bluhm-Sauriol
What a lady. She will be missed. She loved to tell the story of how she used to bounce me on her knee when I was a baby. My condolences to her family.
- Larry Hughes