Irene Rainsford (nee Curry)

Irene is predeceased by husband Marcus Rainsford and daughter Margaret, her parents James Curry, Isobel Lester (Curry) Giles, James Giles, brother James Giles & wife Ruth, sister Marjorie Bastow & husband Stewart.

Left with wonderful memories are sons Paul (Wanda Gad, d.2023), Thomas (Carol Schwarz), John (Lisa Brown), daughter Katherine and sister Eugenie Badcock (Robert, d.). Also, grandchildren David, Marianne, Nelson, Adam, Annabelle, Matthew, Jonathan & Lauren, great-grandchildren William, Charles, Noah and Paul, cousin Robbie Hicks, son-in-law Jerome Ouellet and extended family and good friends in Newfoundland and elsewhere.

Irene was born in St. John’s, Newfoundland & Labrador, and moved to St. Lambert in 1950. She was married to Mark for 51 years and her love and care of him and her five children was absolute. She was deeply committed to her faith and church and was a member of the St. Barnabas congregation for 75 years. She was an associate member of the Sisters of St. John the Divine until her death.

Irene had a beautiful voice, and besides singing in church choirs since a young age, would sing as she engaged in daily tasks. Irene loved theatre, movies, square dancing, parties and all gatherings with family and friends. She was constantly striving to improve her life and skills, as well as the lives of others by supporting humanitarian efforts. Always active, she worked hard at whatever job she took on, acting as caregiver to children for many years.

In her nearly 101 years, Irene pursued a life of love, generosity and curiosity with a wonderful appetite for fun. She was interested in whatever came her way and was willing to try just about anything. She remained a positive and outward-looking person who was a true friend to many, many people. She was an inspiration and touched many lives in her long and meaningful life.

She will be deeply missed and always loved.

Deep and sincere thanks to the staff of 4-North, Charles Lemoyne Hospital, who provided wonderful care and comfort to Irene and her family during her final days. Special thanks to the staff of Heritage Gardens, Saint Lambert where Irene lived for over 13 years and to Irene’s cousin Robbie Hicks. The family wishes to thank Rev. Roslyn Macgregor and Rev. Gwenda Wells for their spiritual guidance, friendship and caring.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations be made to The Canadian Cancer Society, Alongside Hope or a charity of your choice.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025. Visitation 10:00 AM, followed by a service at 12:00 PM. St Paul’s Anglican Church, 321 Empire, Greenfield Park, J4V 1V4

The service will be live-streamed by zoom.

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Meeting ID: 701 165 4279

Password: 393248

Phone # 4388097799

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