In Celebration of

Jeanette Josephine Dodson (nee Justin)

July 27, 1937 - April 18, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jeanette Dodson on April 18, 2025. Jeanette passed away peacefully after a brief illness, on Good Friday, with her son and daughter by her side. She was 87.

Born and raised in Toronto by her loving mother and father, Josephine (Milanczak) and Michael Justin. Beloved mother to Leslie (Michael Zieleniewski) and Mark (Kelly Dodson). Proudest Babci to Bentley, Lexington and Leo Dodson, and Zachary Zieleniewski. Special mention to her faithful dog Jesse, who she loved dearly.

Jeanette was blessed with many talents, as a successful artist and decorator with an amazing creativity for making many things more beautiful. She was intelligent and well-read and had a great sense of style, with a love for art, theatre, music, flowers and spending time in her garden. Cooking and traveling with her friends and family brought her immense joy. Jeanette had a great affection for her pets, and her most cherished moments were the times spent together with her large family at home. She was known for her kindness, strength and generosity, and will be most remembered for the love she had for her family, friends, and neighbours. Jeanette will be profoundly missed by everyone who knew her, she touched the lives of many.

Family and friends may call at the Turner & Porter “Yorke Chapel”, 2357 Bloor St. W., on Sunday from 2-4 and 6-9pm. Prayers will be said at 7pm. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mark’s Roman Catholic Church 277 Park Lawn Rd, Etobicoke, on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 11:30am. Interment to follow at Park Lawn Cemetery.
Flowers may be sent to Turner and Porter. If desired, remembrances may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in memory of Jeanette.

Guestbook

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Laurie Harris (A dear friend..)

Entered April 22, 2025 from Georgetown

I loved Jeanette, a beautiful, intelligent and special, lady and friend. We had so many happy times together, sharing laughter and love. and sorrows too. She was here in Georgetown for my 80th Birthday and again for my beloved husband's funeral. Jeanette, you were the best, and I will miss you so much. We travelled many roads together , and hopefully will travel more in our other life. Love and blessings dear friend! Sincere condolences to Mark and Leslie and much loved families.

Ryan Sieroty & Ron Henoud (Friend through Leslie Dodson)

Entered April 22, 2025 from San Francisco

We send our deepest sympathies to the family during this difficult time. We have only wonderful memories of time spent over the years with Jeanette. Be it in Hawaii for a Fairmont incentive trip to the wedding of Leslie and Mike, Jeanette always had a warm and caring personality. May she rest in peace.

DIANE M. TILLEY (friend of Angela Rowan and myself')

Entered April 22, 2025 from BOBCAYGEON

It was only after Angela's passing that I really connect with Jeanette. I heard about her for many years and knew how talented she was. I really enjoyed getting to know Jeanette in the following years. She shared many stories of her son and daughter, and her grands, and of course Jesse. She will be missed.

Cindy Montgomery Pearson (second cousin)

Entered April 22, 2025 from Orinda, CA USA

Jeanette will be missed! She was so funny and so caring, such a good friend to my mom Irene. What a history they had together. Amazing and generous cook. I will remember the time I spent with her with love in my heart and a smile my face.