In Celebration of

Shirley Leona Cormier (nee Pellerin)

October 29, 1935 -  February 21, 2025

Passed away peacefully at Lakeridge Health in Ajax on Friday, February 21, 2025, at the age of 89.

Beloved wife of the late Brian Cormier, she was a devoted mother to Nicole and Jean-Paul, always providing love, wisdom, and unwavering support. She is now reunited with her cherished grandson, the late Riley Jaxon, whom she held close in her heart.

A dear sister to Elaine Pellerin and Gary Pellerin (Margaret), she was predeceased by her brother, Elliott (Sonny). She will be fondly remembered by her extended family, friends, students and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Her kindness, strength, and warm spirit will be deeply missed but forever treasured in the hearts of those who loved her.

Friends may call at the Turner & Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor Street West, from 4-7pm on Sunday, March 9, 2025. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Gregory's Roman Catholic Church, 122 Rathburn Road, 10am on Monday, March 10, 2025. Interment to follow at Riverside Cemetery.

For family and friends in Nova Scotia - a memorial service will be held in Halifax at a later date to be determined.

For those who wish, donations may be made in her memory to a charity of your choice.

Guestbook 

(5 of 8)

Barb and Vic Simone (friends)

Entered February 28, 2025 from Kawarthas

We fondly remember Shirley from the days when our boys were growing up together.

Barbara Carruthers (Colleague)

Entered March 1, 2025 from Thornhill

I worked with Shirley from the time I started teaching at Humber (1975) until the year she retired. She was one of the original instructors in the nursing program there. She was an absolutely lovely person and a wonderful teacher always advocating for what was best for the students. She would always come to the retirees’ luncheon that I hosted here every summer until COVID. She so adored her husband and family. I am very sorry to hear about her passing. Love and prayers to her family.🙏❤️

Cynthia Hollies (Former Student)

Entered March 2, 2025 from Newmarket

Dear Cormier Family,
Shirley was my favourite instructor at Humber College 40 years ago. She is remembered very fondly by my former classmates (most retired now) who were thankful to have had her guidance. She raised a superb bunch of nurses and her influence has been impactful for the betterment of many lives in our health care system.

Mark Pataky (Friend of her son Jean-Paul)

Entered March 3, 2025 from Cyprus

My thoughts are with the family and with my dear friend Jean-Paul at this time.

To the family: I have fond memories of hanging out with JP in Etobicoke and what a wonderful and friendly mom she was. Always smiling and welcoming.

To Jean-Paul: Even when we see these things coming for a while, the loss of a parent is a big blow and it feels like a 'pillar' of ourselves is lost. Please know that you have many great friends who will always be there to support you.

Chris Sims (Former nursing student at Humber College from 1974 - 1977.)

Entered March 4, 2025 from Vancouver, BC

Dear Nicole and Jean -Paul, the Cormier family and Pellerin family.

It was great sadness that I read about your Mom's death. I was a young fellow from New Brunswick who attended Humber College in the Registered Nursing program. I had the wonderful privilege of having Shirley as an instructor, and wonderful mentor in seeing me become a Registered Nurse. My Mother grew up on Antigonish, Nova Scotia and attended St. F.X University as did Shirley. I was so grateful for Shirley's kindness. Over the many years when I would be flying back to the Maritimes from Vancouver to visit with my parents and siblings, I would always call and chat with Shirley when I would be changing to my connection in Toronto. Shirley was a lovely person and someone that I will also cherish with her devotion to her students in the Nursing profession. My condolences to all you with Shirley's passing.

Chris Sins, Registered Nurse.
Vancouver, B.C.

Photos 

(1 of 1)

Help Extend the Memorial
Order a Keepsake Book
Order Sympathy & Support Gifts

Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Report an Issue