Sandra Bond

Sandra Vivenne Bond— Passed away peacefully in Guelph on May 8, 2013. Predeceased by her husband Edwin (1991) and her uncle, Frank Gywer. Lovingly remembered by her mother Vera Amesbury, her aunt Lilian Gywer, and her brothers and sister Ken McCarthy, Judith Sander (Gerd), David Amesbury, and Alan Amesbury (Susan). Also lovingly remembered by her friends Elinor Skinner, Janet Daly, Paulette Jolley, Lorna Ronald, Eleanor Dawson, Loreen Kelly, and her beloved companion animals. Sandra was devoted to her Godchildren Jennifer Ronald Craven and Christopher Ronald, who loved her greatly and will miss her laughter. Sandra was born in Bristol, England. From a very early age Sandra was devoted to the cause of animal welfare. She immigrated to Canada in 1962. Shortly after arriving in Canada, Sandra settled in Guelph where she became actively involved in the Guelph Humane Society. She remained active for over 40 years. During that time Sandra initiated and worked tirelessly to promote Humane Education and Spay/Neuter Programmes. Sandra was a dedicated and creative fundraiser with an exceptional ability to bring people together for animals. Sandra’s advocacy for animal welfare was exemplified through her long-term work as a member of the Animal Care Committee at the University of Guelph, member of the board of Pet Trust, and director and officer of the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies. The excellence of Sandra’s work was evidenced by the respect shown by her peers. Sandra was particularly proud that the Guelph Humane Society was awarded the first national Model Shelter Award in 1987. She was a recipient of the Frederick A. McGrand award for her lifetime contribution and devotion to animal welfare. Sandra was also generous and unostentatious benefactor of a wide range of charities, both locally and nationally. A celebration of Sandra’s life will be held at the Cutten Fields, Cutten Hall, on Friday, May 10, 2013 with the Service commencing at 9:30 a.m.. If you wish to honour her memory, Sandra requested that donations be made to the Humane Education Trust Fund of the Guelph Humane Society. Cards are available at Gilbert Macintyre and Son Funeral Home, Hart Chapel, 1099 Gordon St., Guelph, ON (519-821-5077) or send condolences online at www.gilbertmacintyreandson.com

A celebration of Sandra’s life will be held at the Cutten Fields, Cutten Hall, on Friday, May 10, 2013 with the Service commencing at 9:30 a.m..