In Celebration of

Melba Virginia De Witt

April 8, 1931 - April 23, 2024

Peacefully, on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Trillium Health Partners- Mississauga, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Devoted mother to Constance, Matthew (Elizabeth), Virginia and the late Elaine. Much loved Grandma to Stephen (Jess), Alexander, Jacqueline (Adam) and Erica.

Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Butler Chapel, 4933 Dundas St. W., Etobicoke (between Kipling & Islington Aves.) on Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, 3055 Bloor St. W. , Toronto, on Wednesday May 1, 2024 at 11 a.m.

A RECEPTION WILL FOLLOW THE FUNERAL MASS IN THE BASEMENT OF OUR LADY OF SORROWS CHIRCH FROM 12:00 PM TO 1:30 PM.

YOU ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND.

A private family interment will be held. For those who wish, donations may be made to World Vision and the Toronto Humane Society.

Guestbook

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Mark & Marg Coulter (Neighbour)

Entered April 25, 2024 from Victoria Harbour

One fond memory I have of your mom is from when Matthew and I were kids. We were goofing around making faces at each other in a mirror that was in the foyer of your Willingdon home. I don’t recall why we would have been at your house and when your mom saw our high jinks, we thought we were going to get scolded. We were completely caught off guard when instead your mom joined in the fun and made a funny face as well! I’ve smiled, over the years, thinking of that memory.

My condolences on the passing of your beloved mother.

Mark

Matthew De Witt (Son)

Entered April 27, 2024 from Mississauga

“Words that describe the life of Melba Virginia De Witt”.

Forward

Thanks for whats been given
Respect for what’s been earned
Little expectation

Love for family
Love for your other
Care for your loved ones
Respect and celebrate God
Respect and celebrate life

Believe in God
Believe in yourself
But don’t believe everything

Enjoy a good drink
Maybe enjoy two good drinks

Cherish good friends
Cherish a good laugh

Sing when you want to
Cry when you need to

After you’ve cried, put on a smile
Put on an outfit preferably bright
Yellow and Orange are always best

Head out in the world and point yourself forward

Remember the past
Remember your past
Learn from the past
Don’t live in the past

Care for your sick
Honour your fallen
Remember your fallen
Feel your pain
Maybe pity yourself…for a minute

Then move forward

Thrive in this world
Live for the next

And always move forward.

Sean, Lauren + Charlie (Nephew and family)

Entered April 30, 2024

Wishing the whole family love and peace at this time. May the fondest and most cherished memories see you through. With love and light - rest in peace, Melba 🤍✨

Daryl (Close friend)

Entered May 1, 2024 from Toronto

Mom’s are the best friends. For ever in life.

Hug her and say thank you for all that she did for you no questioners asked.

Nadine Hubert

Entered May 8, 2024 from Toronto

Virginia, it has been many years but as soon as I saw the name Melba DeWitt, I remembered the connection. Please accept my condolences to you, Connie and Matt. I hope you all get the support you need. I hope you find comfort in happy memories.

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