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Shirley Anne Teague (nee England)

It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce Mom’s passing at Kirkland Lake Extendicare with family at her side on Friday, July 26, 2019.  Shirley is survived by her husband Norman of 61 years and will be forever loved and deeply missed by her children Alison (Glenn) Whyte of Kirkland Lake, Susan (Mike) Johnson of Lively, Laura (David) Breukelman of Burlington, Michael Teague of Sudbury; her grandchildren Eric Whyte of Timmins and Andrea Whyte of Kingston, Benjamin Johnson of Kirkland Lake and Olivia Johnson of Lively and special family friend Carol Flewelling Lobo of Ajax. She was Aunt Shirley to Patrick (Kathy) Murphy, Virginia (Todd) Temple, Allen Murphy, Jim (Kathy) McLenaghan, Patricia (Allen) Ahola, Sandra (Carlo) Dal Pai, Nancy (Sean) O’Connor and Marjorie (Paul) Harvey.

She is predeceased by her brother James England of Haileybury and her sister Christena Murphy of New Liskeard.

Mom was born May 27, 1935 in New Liskeard, Ontario. She moved to Kirkland Lake in 1958 to begin her married life with Norman Teague on Algonquin Avenue where she became an icon on the street. Mom was the best Mother we could have ever asked for and was completely devoted to her family. Her love for New Liskeard never wavered, as we spent many weekends there visiting family. Nan loved her grandchildren dearly; she was always ready with cups of tea and bowls of ice cream with sprinkles. She taught us life’s most important lessons and always reminded us to be good and stay safe. Mom instilled her love for nature in all those who knew her; she was a great weather forecaster, geologist, bird watcher, gardening guru and lover of animals. Mom’s life was filled with wonderful friends and neighbours. She absolutely loved walking downtown with her best friend Jenny Pessah. Her pockets were always filled with little treasures she’d found along the way. Mom cherished her role as a caregiver to many wonderful children. She was compassionate and generous to those in need.

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude for the loving care and kindness provided by the Extendicare staff on the Third Floor over the past three years and by the health care team at Kirkland and District Hospital.

Celebration of Life:
Tuesday, July 30th, 2019
from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. – moments of prayer at 2:30 p.m.
French Family Funeral Home
111 Burnside Drive in Kirkland Lake, ON P2N 3L1

Donations:
Kirkland & District Hospital Foundation
145 Government Road East, Kirkland Lake, ON P2N 3P4.

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  1. Jan-Marie Morgan

    August 17, 2019 at 11:26 am

    I was fortunate enough to meet Shirley at Laura’s years ago. She fed us with her famous spaghetti sauce! So sorry for your loss and I hope you find comfort in your beautiful Memories.

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  2. Wendy Blackburn

    August 8, 2019 at 2:39 pm

    Growing up next door to the Teagues, my most vibrant memory of Mrs Teague is of her tending to her beautiful garden and feeding a vast array of birds (and chipmunks). Not a bad view at all! Sending condolences and best wishes from my family to yours.

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  3. Crystal Li

    July 31, 2019 at 1:06 pm

    Hi Laura,
    My deepest condolences to you and your family.
    Take care and stay strong.

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  4. Charlene Owen

    July 31, 2019 at 11:09 am

    To the Teague family….I am so very sorry to hear about Shirley. It was always wonderful to see her when Trinity had church services at Extendicare. My sincerest condolences to all of you.

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  5. kathy hardill

    July 30, 2019 at 7:12 pm

    Dearest Laura – sending my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your mom – she sounds like an amazing woman! thinking of you and your family and sending hugs across the miles, xo

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  6. Maria Becerra

    July 30, 2019 at 5:41 pm

    Laura,

    I am sorry for your loss, my sincere condolences to you and your family.

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  7. Karen Chien

    July 30, 2019 at 3:31 pm

    Dear Laura
    I am so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She sounded like an amazing person. A life truly well-lived and inspiring to those who were lucky enough to know her. May those warm memories provide you comfort and peace.
    My sincere condolences to you and your family,
    Karen Chien

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  8. Kathy Nowry

    July 30, 2019 at 2:33 pm

    So sorry for the loss of your Mother, she was such a beautiful lady.

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  9. jase

    July 30, 2019 at 1:08 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies
    The McNaughton gang

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  10. Christine Doxsee

    July 30, 2019 at 12:44 pm

    So sorry for your family’s loss of such a wonderful mother❤️

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  11. Nely Amaral

    July 30, 2019 at 9:51 am

    Laura,
    My deepest condolences. She is at peace. Thinking of you and your family

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  12. Vincy Chan

    July 30, 2019 at 8:55 am

    Laura, I am so sorry for your loss. I give my condolences to both you and your family.

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  13. Elaine and Jason Netherton

    July 30, 2019 at 7:16 am

    We are so very sorry and send all our love during this difficult time. We had the pleasure of meeting Shirley when she visited in Burlington. Our condolences to all the family.

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  14. Angela Labine

    July 29, 2019 at 8:33 pm

    It is with fondness that I recall the neighbourly chats that Shirley and I had over the years on her way past my house during her daily walks. Norman, Alison and family please accept my most sincere condolences.

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  15. Elizabeth (Liz) Polatynski

    July 29, 2019 at 7:41 pm

    Dearest Laura, Mr. Teague, Michael and all the family,

    I was so sad to hear about Shirley s passing – she has ” slipped the bonds of earth to touch the face of God” and she is dancing with the angels – I hope you can take comfort in happy memories and know I am thinking about you all during this most difficult time

    Much love Liz and the Polatynski s

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  16. Sid & Myrta Hamden

    July 29, 2019 at 5:41 pm

    Norman and family….
    We are so sorry to hear of Shirley’s passing away……our thoughts and prayers are with you…..
    Sid and Myrta Hamden

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  17. Leanne Ginty

    July 29, 2019 at 5:03 pm

    Sincere condolences. My thoughts are with you during this time of sadness.

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  18. Kelly & Nikki Murphy

    July 29, 2019 at 2:29 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.

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  19. Stan and Barb Galda

    July 29, 2019 at 12:37 pm

    Trinity family offer sincere condolences to Shirley’s family on her passing. The Teague family were long-time vital members of Trinity united Church, contributing immensely to its role in the community over many decades.

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  20. LOUISE & ALLEN LAUZON

    July 29, 2019 at 10:43 am

    Sending our sincerest sympathies in the loss of Mrs. Teague, one of our favourite NDN customers years ago when the girls had the paper route. She was always so kind and considerate as a customer and as a neighbour. So sorry for the families loss.

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  21. Judy Kerr

    July 29, 2019 at 12:20 am

    Alison, and families, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. If this is a testament to your mother she sure raised wonderful children. May she rest in peace and to you wonderful memories. Big hugs.

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  22. Barbara Makarchuk

    July 28, 2019 at 8:21 pm

    My condolences to all. Shirley had smile, and an observation about life, whenever I met her. She will be missed.

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  23. Cathy and Richard Le Clerc

    July 28, 2019 at 7:00 pm

    We are sorry for your loss

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  24. Janine Johnson

    July 28, 2019 at 6:30 pm

    My sympathy to you Norm, and your children – I will always have the memories of Coffee Time (Tea) at McDonald’s with Shirley, also enjoyed the times in her garden, that she loved and cared for so much, the many plants she grew and shared with everyone, the many cactus she gave me. Sorry I will miss the Celebration of Life, but I will be there in spirit from Edmonton Janine Johnson

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  25. Larry

    July 28, 2019 at 4:54 pm

    The Teague Family my amazing neighbors when I lived on 20 Algonquin. I am sorry for your loss. I hope over time that the pain will disappear and only the great memories will remain. Mrs. Teague helped me raise my son. She provided childcare and was always supportive and caring. She always had time to chat and had a great story to tell. She walked with Lucas hand in hand on their daily adventure. She provided childcare for many, and she holds a special place in everyone’s heart. She truly is special to all that know her and raised an amazing family and many more in child care.

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  26. Elaine Calvert

    July 28, 2019 at 4:19 pm

    Laura and David,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May precious memories be a source of comfort to you both.

    Love Randy and Elaine

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  27. Marianne MacMillan

    July 28, 2019 at 2:50 pm

    Laura, I have know you for a very long time and the unconditional love for your Mom has always been something special I saw inside of you. I am sad to hear this news and to you and David May her spirit and love of life shine down upon you always!
    With love,
    Marianne & Michael

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  28. Frances D'Andrea

    July 28, 2019 at 1:25 pm

    BIG HUGS of support in the Loss of this amazing woman… Susan and Laura… cant imagine life without a mom but she sure gave you so many gifts and life lessons to live and share… And a legacy of Great People to carry them on❤️🙏
    Sincerely
    Frances D’Andrea

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  29. Laura Gagnon

    July 28, 2019 at 12:18 pm

    Deepest condolences to you, Alison, Sue and the whole family. Our thoughts are with you in this time of loss. RIP

    Ron & Laura

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  30. Erin Leffers & Fred MacKinnon

    July 28, 2019 at 10:51 am

    To Norm & Family: Please accept our sincerest condolences! May Shirley RIP.
    Erin & Fred

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  31. Bill & Jo-Ann Glover

    July 28, 2019 at 9:01 am

    Norm, Alison, Susan and Teague family, please accept our sympathies. A life well lived.

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  32. Shirley Dorsey

    July 28, 2019 at 7:45 am

    Sincere condolences to the family. I only met Shirley a few times, she was such a nice lady & we shared our love of gardening. So very sorry for you loss.

    Reply
  33. Bernie &Connie Sampson

    July 28, 2019 at 6:03 am

    Our deepest Sympathies to you and family, may she R.I. P. Our thoughts are with you.

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  34. Bernie &Connie Sampson

    July 28, 2019 at 6:03 am

    Our deepest Sympathies to you and family, may she R.I. P. Our thoughts are with you.
    Connie & Bernie Sampson

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  35. Donna and Bill Ferguson

    July 27, 2019 at 10:32 pm

    Laura and David, as long as I have know the two of you, it has been filled with news of your wonderful and frequent visits to your parents in Kirkland Lake. Bill and I are so sorry for your loss. Our sincerest condolences.

    Donna and Bill Ferguson

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  36. Karen Campbell

    July 27, 2019 at 9:33 pm

    Laura and David, my sympathy for you both in this very sad time. My heart goes out to you both.

    Reply
  37. Judy Lavictoire

    July 27, 2019 at 9:02 pm

    Hugs to all. My sincere condolences to all who loved her.

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  38. Gwen MacDougall

    July 27, 2019 at 4:16 pm

    My deepest sympathy to you all.
    I became friends with Shirley when she moved to Algonquin Ave. We shared many cups of tea, laughs and even learnt to curl one winter. I am happy that my last memorise of her are just a few weeks ago when I spent time with her and Norman in the garden among her flowers that she loved so much.
    Gwen MacDougall

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  39. Jason Gilbert

    July 27, 2019 at 1:14 pm

    Shirley was a wonderful lady. She had a great sense of humor. I got to know her through her daughter Allison and through working at Extendicare as chaplain. My condolences to the family for your loss.

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  40. Lynda Clark-McTaggart and Family

    July 27, 2019 at 1:00 pm

    We are deeply saddened to hear of Shirley’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all her family members at this difficult time. Sincerest condolences.

    Reply

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