Amy Shelson

With great sadness we announce the passing of Amy Shelson on Saturday October 6, 2012. Wife of James E. Shelson (predeceased 1997) Loving mother to seven children: James (Toronto), Jean and husband Ken Wickens (Kingsville) ,David, Kenneth, Nancy,Thomas, Kelly all of Windsor. Grandmother to eleven, one predeceased (Greg Wickens 2006), and one great grandchild. Dear sister to Betty Brownell, Alice Masse (Kelowna, B.C), brother Robert McKenzie (predeceased 1944) . A longtime, active member of St.Paul's and Trinity United Church, Amy was faithful to her strong personal beliefs instilling in everyone her Scottish sense of thrift, fair play and doing what's right. Mom played an active role in Canada's electoral processes at the muncipal, provincial and federal levels. She was personally involved in UNICEF, The War Amputations of Canada and served as president of many Home & School organisations. Amy took an interest in her children's and grandchildren's education, being particularily proud of their many accomplishments and achievements.

She enjoyed watching her grandchildren play hockey; challenged many to cribbage, typically winning; kept hands busy knitting, crocheting, doing needlepoint and baking sweet treats for everyone. She had great pleasure in watching her favorite baseball teams and curling. During her life, she travelled to many interesting and exciting places throughout the world with friends and family.

Many thanks to the caring and compassionate doctors, nurses and support staff on 8 West at Hotel Dieu - Grace Hospital. Special recognition to long time personal physicians Dr. Edward Roemmele and Dr.Paul Loebach as well as nurse / receptionist Betty-Ann.

In keeping with Amy's wishes, there is no visitation or service. Cremation has taken place. Interment will occur at a private family gathering on Wednesday, October 10, 2012.

Contributions reflecting Amy's love and concern for children's health and well-being may be made to UNICEF, Children's Aid Society and various family shelters.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to Walter D. Kelly Funeral Home. Condolences accepted at the funeral home or their web site: www.WalterDKellyFuneralHome.com

The following was found among Amy's personal papers:

When I come to the end of the road, and the sun has set for me,

I want no rites in a gloom filled room. Why cry for a soul set free?

Miss me a little - but not too long and not with your head bowed low.

Remember the love that we once shared. Miss me - but let me go.

For this is a journey we all must take, and each must go alone.

It's part of the Master's Plan, a step on the road to home.

When you are lonely and sick at heart, go to the friends we know

and bury your sorrow in doing good deeds.

Miss me - but let me go.

***In lieu of flowers please contact the funeral home 519-252-5711 to make donations***