Vereshack, Fern Louise
SERVICE POSTPONED
Fern Louise Vereshack (nee Brownlee) passed away peacefully at the Meaford Long Term Care Centre on Tuesday December 3, 2024 in her 90th year.
Survived by son Michael, and granddaughters Amelia and Jessica, and by four great-grandchildren, Jordan, Nicholas, Ava and Arianna. Also survived by sisters Irene Follis and Linda Clarke and will be remembered by her nieces and nephews; Ron (Darlene) Brownlee, Marjorie Brownlee, Donna (Howard) Elliott, Brian (Carrie) Follis, Jeff (Kim) Follis, Tracey (Gil) Parkinson, Ryan (Cheryl) Clarke, Amy (Brock) Yaskovitch and Shawn (Steph) Clarke as well as great nieces and nephews. Fern will be remembered by her dear friend Morag MacDougall.
Fern was predeceased by her partner Russ Kennedy and by parents Russ and Leila Brownlee, brother Cliff, brother-in-law’s Bill Follis and Robert Clarke, sister-in-law Shirley, son Robert, niece Debbie Dancy, and nephew Larry Brownlee.
Our sister Fern was a very kind lady with a big heart. She loved her family dearly. She enjoyed gardening and taking excellent care of the animals on their farm. She had a real green thumb with plants at her home and the Nursing Home. Fern enjoyed bowling, bingo and cards. Above all, Fern gave loving care and compassion working at the Errinrung Nursing Home, Para-Med and spent many hours giving comfort and care to those in palliative care. Church was very important to Fern.
***Due to extremely poor weather – A funeral service will now be conducted on Friday December 13, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. at the Ferguson Funeral Home in Meaford. A time of refreshments and sharing to follow at Meaford United Church.
A private service of committal and interment will take place at Thornbury-Clarksburg Union Cemetery.
As your expression of sympathy, donations to the Meaford Nursing Home Auxiliary (Cheques Only) or the Meaford Hospital Foundation would be appreciated and may be made through the Ferguson Funeral Home, 48 Boucher St. E., Meaford, ON N4L 1B9 to whom arrangements have been entrusted. www.fergusonfuneralhomes.ca
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Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Sending heartfelt condolences to the family. Fern was a lovely person and friend of the family.
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Condolences to all of Fern’s family.I worked with Fern for many years at Errinrung and she was always very kind to residents and staff.
Stephanie Sheridan
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Sorry to hear of Ferns passing I went to high school with Fern and enjoyed chatting with her over the years. I am sure she will be missed. Ann Mckean(Reekie)
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Sending my sympathy at this sad time.
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
My condolences to Fern’s family and friends. Loved Fern and what a fantastic neighbour when she lived in our apartment building, Pearson Street. Will certainly miss her.
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Fern was the dearest friend of my mother Lois Sewell for many years. She was kind and generous and always thinking of others. My sincere sympathy is extended to her family and friends.
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Condolences to Linda and families
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Fern was a dear, kind friend and neighbour to our mother Lois Sewell–always so generous in many ways. We are so happy that your family was able to celebrate Fern’s 90th this past summer. Rest in peace dear soul.
Debbie and Bill Vogl
Thursday, December 5, 2024
With our deepest sympathy in the loss of Fern.
Hold tight to your memories as we will ours.
With sincere and heartfelt condolences,
Donna and Howard Elliott
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Sorry to here of passing of Fern. A lovely lady glad to see her on 90th birthday party.
Thoughts and prayers are with family and friends.
Bev and Marion Genoe
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Fern was a lovely lady, and as I grew up, would see her at her parents house on Elma Street. Kind and soft spoken, with a loving smile, yes that is how I remember her.
Condolences to the family, memories are cherished forever.
Friday, December 6, 2024
Fern was a dear friend. Fern was a valued member of the Women’s Institute, having served many years as our treasurer.
Friday, December 6, 2024
My condolences to Fern’s family. She was a special lady. Cherish your memories .
Friday, December 6, 2024
Fern was well known in our family with the Brownlee home farm further down the 8th line. She was always so pleasant and kind when having chats with her. Fern was a deeply compassionate and caring person. When Mom, Freda McMurchy was in the hospital for months, Fern spent much time sitting with her daily and often into the late evening. Fern had a quiet presence and provided reassurance to all of us that Mom was with someone she knew. Fern has shown us that angels live among us. My deepest sympathy.
Friday, December 6, 2024
Linda, Irene and families
We send our thoughts and prayers to all of you on the passing of Fern.
The Brownlee family were our neighbours for many years on Grey Rd 2 and we remember Fern’s kindness to all. My Mother enjoyed having a visit with Fern throughout the years.
Rest In Peace
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Condolences to Linda, Irene and the entire family. Very thankful we were able to see her at her pre birthday celebration. She will be missed by so many. Thinking of everyone at this difficult time.
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Our sympathies to Fern’s family during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kay Robertson, Teresa & Jason Dantas and family
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
My deepest sympathies to you and your family love and kindness lady ❤️ will miss by all from Jennifer shortt and Wayne button
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Our deepest condolences Linda, Irene and family. Fern was a gracious, lovely, kind lady and will be missed by many. My memories of the summer of Expo 67 in Montreal spent with Fern and her family were wonderful. May her cheerful spirit be with you always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Marian (Holmes) McMicking and Jim McMicking
Friday, December 13, 2024
Be assured that Fern is happy and out of pain or fear. She was a queen in every function she was in. We were lucky to know her.
Friday, December 20, 2024
Linda and family, my condolences. Carol (Sheridan) Kollen