Lydia Anne Nind (nee Leroux)

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our dear wife, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend Lydia. A fighter to the end, Lydia was finally set free from her battle with Muscular Dystrophy on Monday August 16th at St. Joseph's Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario. Beloved wife of 45 years to her husband and protector Robert, dear and loving sister to Philippe (Renata) Leroux, treasured sister-in-law to Debbie Nind, devoted and adored Aunt to Jeffrey, Michelle, Hunter, Samantha, Sadie, Tyler and Hailey. Special cousin to Sandra Johnson, Tom Banting, Tom Jr., Elizabeth (God-daughter), Mike and Charlotte Banting-Spooner, Rebecca Banting, Chris, Ally, and Sean Chesney, Mandy and Steve Talenti, special friend, like a brother, Mauro DiFelice, doting mommy to her cherished cat Bandit. Predeceased by her parents Robert and Elaine Leroux, her sister Dianna Leroux, and her brother Andre Leroux. She will be missed by many other family members and dear friends. Lydia graduated from Scott Park Secondary School and went on to nursing school and became an RNA (now RPN). For many years, Lydia worked at Chedoke Continuing Care Hospital with devotion and a fierce commitment to the care and well-being of her patients. She worked until her muscular dystrophy forced her to go on long-term disability in 1998. She was a loyal friend, a loving sister, aunt and godmother, but mostly a dedicated wife and life partner. A special thank you to the Emergency, CTU North and ICU team at St. Joseph's Hospital and to the PSWs Chantelle, Flora, Nicole, Harp, Sarah and friends who helped support Lydia in her final years so that she was able to remain at home which was her wish.

Due to Covid-19, all visitations and funerals are restricted to a specified number of attendees. All visitors will be required to wear a face covering, as well as provide name and telephone number to funeral home staff. Visitation at MARKEY-DERMODY FUNERAL HOME, 1774 King Street East (at Kenilworth) on Friday August 20, 2021 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Private family funeral service. In lieu of flowers, donations to Muscular Dystrophy Canada would be appreciated.

I love you Bunny, run with the wind!