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Justine Margaret McDonnell (nee Rose)

November 25, 1947 ~ October 6, 2024

Justine’s family is greatly saddened to announce her passing at Huntsville District Memorial  Hospital from complications of a short illness.

She will be dearly missed by her husband Bill, daughters Alexandra (Cory) and Emelia (Taylor), brother Curt (Evelyn), as well as her extended family and friends.

Justine was a tireless volunteer, well known to many in the town of Huntsville. When she wasn’t donating her time, she could often be found sitting in her sunroom with a dog on her lap and a Huntsville Public Library book in hand.

A celebration of life will be held in her honor at Trinity United Church, 33 Main Street, East,  Huntsville, 2pm Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Light refreshments to be served afterwards in Trinity Hall.

In lieu of flowers please consider donating in Justine’s name to the Huntsville Hospital Foundation, or PSC Partners Seeking a Cure Canada.

 Justine’s family would also like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the Huntsville Hospital ICU Doctors and Nurses for their time and kindness over the period of illness. www.mitchellfuneralhome.ca

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8 Comments

  1. Ingrid sinclair says:

    I had the pleasure of working with Justine for the Fairy Lake Association. Kind, tireless and determined. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. My condolences .❤️

  2. Rob Saunders says:

    One of the truly great volunteers in our community. As a ‘hostess’ for a number of years, volunteering with the Huntsville Festival, Justine would greet the artists, make them at home in their dressing room, assist with meal service and clean up. Always willing, and never looking for thanks.
    So many artists would comment of the great care and attention they received during their Huntsville visit.
    All community organizations rely on the Justine’s of the world or they wouldn’t be able to serve their community.

  3. GInger Barkey says:

    Bill, Amelia and Alexandra,
    Justine was a blessing to so many – I was blessed to work alongside her at The Table Soup kitchen meal service. She spoke often of her family and the trips she would have with you all. She left us with a servant heart

  4. Brian Tapley says:

    So very sorry to hear this news. Condolences to Bill and all the rest of the family.

  5. Gayle A Singer says:

    Dear Bill and Family
    We are so sorry to hear the sad news. Our thoughts are with you.
    Gaye and Doug

  6. Susan Brown says:

    To Bill and family, I am so sad for your loss. Justine will be greatly missed at Trinity United Church. She was a tireless volunteer there, I always admired her energy.
    It’s a huge loss for our community. She always had a warm ‘hello’ for me and a big smile.

  7. Brian Bell says:

    Dear Bill, My sympathies to you and family on the passing of your lovely wife, Justine. Hope I’ll see you around soon.

  8. Kathryn Henderson says:

    So very, very sorry for your loss Bill and girls. What a shock. I will pray for you all. So sorry.