Celine Joyce Hanton

Mom was a lifetime resident of Kenora, she passed away at the LOTW District Hospital with her eldest son at her side on October 14, 2024.

She married Len Hanton in 1952, right after high school.

She is survived by son Donald (Donna) grandchildren Lincoln, Celine (Mitchell) great grandchildren Bo and Olive, son Warren (Connie) grandchildren Reece, Allyse great grandchild Halo, Neice Karen and special friend Len Lafreniere.

She was predeceased by husband Len, daughter Linda, parents Lincoln and Fabiola Hendrickson, sisters Rita and Helen, nephew Bruce Henderson, and special friend Robert McMillin.

Mom enjoyed her life in Kenora and time at the family cottage at Clearwater Bay. She loved sports and competition.

During Mom’s high school years, her favorite sport was basketball. Her interests grew to include competitive Curling, Golf and Bridge, all of which she was active in, well into her late 80’s.

Her sister Helen opened a fabric and sewing supplies store Fashion Fabrics with Mom’s assistance. This interested Mom into pursuing a career in teaching sewing, which led her to teaching at Lakewood and then at Confederation College. She took on other crafts including Pattern Drafting, petit point and paper tole, creating masterful art displayed proudly in her home.

In her spare time Mom was an active member of the Catholic Women’s League (35 years), active long time volunteer for the LOTW District Hospital Ladies Auxiliary, Associate Member of Royal Canadian Legion, Active member of New Horizons Senior Centre and Kenora Golf & Country Club Women’s Business and Ladies League.

Mom had a passion for cooking and entertaining. She loved hosting all family gatherings, dinners for friends, and her bridge clubs. Her specialty was baking, dainties and desserts.

All who new Mom, considered her a “True Lady”. As Her children, we knew we were blessed to have been so fortunate to have had such a wonderful, loving Mother.

Our sincere thanks to all staff at the Lake of the woods District Hospital and to the support staff at Benedickson Court and Riley at the Alzheimer’s Society for looking after Mom with your overwhelming Love and support! Bless you all.

A funeral mass will be held at Notre Dame du Portage in Kenora November 9, 2024 at 11:00 am. There will be a reception following in the Parish Hall.

In lieu of flowers Donations can be made to the Lake of the Woods District Hospital or the Alzheimer’s Society would be greatly appreciated