Peacefully, with her family by her side, on Wednesday, August 16, 2017, at the Toronto Western Hospital, at the age of 81. Beloved wife of 58 years to Clive – her best friend, devoted partner and greatest love. Cherished mother of Jenefer, Sara and the late David. Daughter of Dr. Charles & Janet Scott (nee Bishop). Sister to Dr. David Scott (Huda) of Orangeville, Rev. Charles Scott (Sharon) of Comox, B.C. and the late Jean Ernst. Loving Grandma to Olivia and Sam.

It’s hard to express just how much Mom touched all who knew her. As a wife, mother, sister and friend, she was talented, gracious and wise, teaching by example the importance of positivity, courage, laughter and kindness. She was a unique combination of both strength and grace, and her soft-spoken but independent nature will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

A graduate of the University of Guelph’s (Macdonald Institute) Household Sciences program, her professional career included working for the Consumer’s Gas Company in the early 60s and as a food stylist for the Yan Can Cook television show in in the 70s. She embraced her profession and created a beautiful and loving home where she was in her element as a hostess for many friends and relatives. These gatherings were among her happiest times. Others included downtime at Cawaja Beach every August and at the family property just north of her hometown of Orangeville; Friday night dates with Dad at King Henry VIII pub in the Kingsway; hard work and fun with her unit group and the “Featured Flea” ladies at Kingsway Lambton United Church; twice-weekly sessions with her Tai Chi comrades; visiting with her cherished Mac ‘59 classmates; and walking with hundreds of other Canadians in the Parkinson’s Superwalk. (She and Dad were among the top five Superwalk fundraisers in Canada for the last several years.)

She faced her 1998 Parkinson’s diagnosis with courage and her hallmark gentle spirit, seeing each new day as a gift. Above all, she never forgot the importance of laughter.

The family would like to extend our deep gratitude to the 4th Floor staff at the Runnymede Healthcare Centre and the dedicated team at Toronto Western. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Parkinson Canada, or a charity of your choice.

Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor St. W. on Thursday, August 24, from 6-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at Kingsway Lambton United Church, 85 The Kingsway, Toronto, on Friday, August 25, 2017 at 1 p.m., followed by a reception at the church. Online condolences may be made through www.turnerporter.ca