Fairley, Rhonda (nee Fleming)
It is with the utmost sadness that the family of Rhonda Fairley announce her passing on Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at the age of 68. Rhonda passed away peacefully at Chapman House Hospice in Owen Sound following a short battle with cancer.
She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 45 years, John Fairley, her siblings; Bonnie (Steve), Ron, Brad (Michelle), Brian, and sister-in-law Gladys Gordon. Rhonda was a wonderful and kind aunt to all of her nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents Ron and Marie (nee Bondi) Fleming, her nephew Jeremy Fleming and brother-in-law Bill Gordon.
Rhonda had a long and successful career with the Bank of Nova Scotia. After moving from Brampton to Thornbury, as she was beginning to enjoy her retirement, she started to take up golf. She was enjoying learning the game and developing new friendships. A hobby she very much enjoyed was shopping and even more so when she was joined by her friends on one of their many road trips. Rhonda will be remembered for her attention to detail; “Cleanliness is next to Godliness”.
The world was a better place with Rhonda in it. We have lost a shining star.
As per Rhonda’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no formal funeral Mass. However, there will be a Mass in her memory and a celebration of her life at a later date.
Rhonda’s family will be forever grateful for the compassion and kindness she and her family were shown during her end of her life care.
As your expression of sympathy, and in lieu of flowers, donations to the Grey Bruce Hospice ‘Chapman House’ 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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Monday, December 15, 2025
The beautiful memories you shared with Rhonda will never leave you, and we hope that brings you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Monday, December 15, 2025
Dear John, I’m sending you all my love as you mourn the loss of your beautiful wife, Rhonda. She was an extraordinary woman, and a very dear friend to me as well. Her kindness and amazing spirit, will forever live in my heart. I am grateful to have known her, and I will cherish all the specials moments I had with her these past 6 years. Rhonda was a funny lady with a sharp tongue and wit that drew me so close to her. I loved her no nonsense attitude towards people and life in general. She always made me laugh, especially when I needed it. My heart goes out to you and the Fleming family. Please know, I will always be there for you John and your little “furry friend” Penelope.
Love, Maria Abbruzzese ❤️
Monday, December 15, 2025
Rhonda you will be missed Im so glad I connected with you and john again, I really going to miss our lunches in Orangeville ..Love Sandra.
Monday, December 15, 2025
I have so many wonderful memories of Rhonda from our days working for “The Bank” and after we both retired. We always said we should write a book about some of the situations and characters we encountered along the way. We certainly had everyone pegged as we manoeuvred our way in a man’s world. I’ll certainly miss her dry sense of humour and her wonderful potty mouth that always hit the mark. Will miss the Little General ( as one of our bosses called her) very much. Our hearts go out to you, John. We’re always here for you. Love Trudi and Cliff
Monday, December 15, 2025
John, both Marcel and I deeply saddened about the loss of Rhonda. Sending all of your family our deepest condolences. “Memories will always be”
Monday, December 15, 2025
Dear John, I will always cherish my memories of Rhonda. Our friendship started over 40 years ago with us working together and we turned into family. I am so saddened by your loss of your best friend. She meant the world to all of us. Sending you strength through this very difficult time.
Monday, December 15, 2025
So very Sad to hear . Rhonda was my Operations Manager at Queen and Hansen and kept the ship running smoothly.
A very cheerful personality which was an inspiration to all around her.
She most certainly touched many lives.
My most sincere condolences to John and the family
Monday, December 15, 2025
John,
Jan and I are so sorry for your loss. We count ourselves very fortunate to have Rhonda as a neighbour and a friend. We will miss her sense of humour, generosity and love of life.
Please accept our deepest condolences
Don and Jan
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Dear John, I heard about Rhonda while I was away visiting my daughter in England. It certainly put a perspective on the trip on how important family really is. I can’t say enough about what a wonderful person Rhonda was. The time I had with her during the girl get togethers was always fun. I will always remember how Rhonda used to take the time to walk down the driveway to say hi to Kilkenny and me. She will be greatly missed. Take care. Tracy.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Dear John,
Rhonda was so easily a friend. Knowing her a short time didn’t matter since she was always quick to ask, “how are YOU” with such sincerity. We had many laughs at the mailboxes and at Tomahawk. As a beginner golfer she was much quicker to catch on, with your 3-prong approach on hitting the ball making quite a difference.
Her absence leaves a hole in our neighborhood circle and I celebrate the memories she gave us.
With heartfelt sympathies,
Mary
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
A wonderful friend and neighbour who shared many daily conversations and smiles. Our hearts are broken. Rest in peace Rhonda.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
I knew Rhonda for many years in the Bank and also had the privilege of working with her. She was a strong and determined personality, respected by her staff and peers. She had a wonderful sense of humour that I will miss. It saddens me deeply that she was taken from John so early into her retirement. Please accept my deepest condolences at your loss and may God give you strength in this difficult time.
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
So very sad to hear this news, Rhonda will always be someone everyone remembers if they had the good fortune to be around her. Like many others at Scotia she touched all of us with her generosity, kindness and brutal humor. So many great conversations as we solved all the problems!! Thinking of you John and sending my deepest condolences to you and all the family.
Kathy
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
I first met Rhonda as a colleague at the bank 40 years ago, and was very fortunate to have her as a friend for the last twenty. We went through some crazy times working together but managed to keep each other sane with the shopping trips on Queen st. and the fun on the nightly GO trips home. I’ll never forget her great personality and humour.
Our heartfelt condolences to you John.
Anne and Dave
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Dear John,
Our hearts are broken with the loss of our cousin, Rhonda. She was a fun loving gal and left us all too young. Our thoughts and prayers are with you John.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Dear John,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Rhonda. She was one of the kindest, most welcoming people in our neighbourhood, and her warmth and humour truly made a difference to everyone who knew her. She will be remembered fondly and missed deeply. Please accept our sincere condolences, and know that our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. We are here for you and sweet Penelope.
Teri Hegarty and Steve Seabrooke
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
John, our hearts go out to you and your family. Rhonda was a shining star that brought light and happiness to all who knew her. We will miss Rhonda dearly and please know we are here for you. With sadness and love. Shauna and John.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Our condolences for a tough, but soft-hearted woman.
Toni & Joe Spina
old Brampton neighbors
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
The sister I didn’t have. There is a huge hole in my heart. I will miss all our fun and laughs at family gatherings and sharing our cheesey dips! Sending thoughts and prayers to my
Johnny
Love always
Glado and the Fairley – Gordon family
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Adrian and I are shocked and saddened to learn of Rhonda’s passing. Timber Lane will not be the same without her warmth and wit, but she will forever be an important part of the fabric of our wonderful street and community. John – our hearts go out to you, and know we are here for whatever you and Penelope may need.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Dear John, Ron, Bonnie & all your families,
Sending my sincere condolences over the passing of Rhonda. Losing your spouse, sibling, aunt is very tough. My wish for you all in time; to hold your memories of Rhonda close in your hearts. May she rest in peace.
Saturday, December 20, 2025
We had the pleasure of getting to know Rhonda in our newly formed community of Trail Woods. She was spunky and friendly and we always enjoyed chatting with on our walks in “the hood”, at golf or at our neighborhood get-togethers. Rhonda will be missed but not forgotten. We are all here for you John as you navigate this challenging time.
Jan and Tom
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Sincerest condolences John – Rhonda was a shining light on our stops at the mailbox, and walks down the street. I can hear her voice to Penelope – “Go see Doug”, followed by the quick run and dance by the curb. The talks with her on your porch will be missed, as I’m sure will her presence in your life. Treasure the memories – I know there are lots of great ones!
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Dear John:
I first met Rhonda when she was my Assistant Manager Operations at 165 Dundas St W branch of Scotiabank. That was 1984.
I worked with her on a number of subsequent occasions and as other colleagues have said, she had a very dry sense of humour. We shared many a laugh through some not always easy times at the bank.
Rhonda could always be relied upon to do it right. Professional without fail.
I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Roger Selby