It is with great sadness that the family of Verna Frew Delaney announces her passing on the morning of June 3rd, 2021 at the age of 75. A loving wife, mother and grandmother, Verna is survived by her husband Paul, her sons David (Mary) and Glenn (Lisa) and her grandchildren Dylan, Aiden, Gavin, Reid, Tara and Clarke.
Born in Quebec City to the late Hugh and Mae Frew, Verna was raised in Sillery. She is a graduate of St. Patrick’s High School and Marymount College, where she received the Governor General’s Academic Medal for highest academic ranking. Verna married Paul, the love of her life, in 1968. Together they raised their family in Beauport. Verna worked for many years as an educator, teaching high school English and later as a translator for the Quebec Ministry of Education. Positions that brought her much fulfillment.
Upon retirement, Verna spent much of her time travelling the world with Paul, but what brought her the greatest pleasure was being with her grandchildren, spending months at a time with them in California, Belleville, Vermont, Atlanta, Las Vegas, Kingston and Montreal. Nanny had a special way of connecting with each grandchild and made them feel so special and loved.
Along with her husband, children and grandchildren, Verna will be lovingly remembered by her sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Andrea, Mary Ann, Gerry, Francine, Thérèse and Gilberte, her dear cousin Jody Rea (Bill), her life-long friend Jane Deir (Billy) and her Aunt Verna, as well as many loving nieces and nephews.
In accordance with Verna’s wishes, a private celebration of life will be held in the coming months when circumstances permit. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choosing.
Messages de sympathie
I am deeply saddened to learn about Verna's passing. Such a gentle and wonderful person. Verna has blessed our lives in so many ways. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
- Ken Rumsey, le
28 juillet 2021
I am saddened to hear about Verna’s passing. I have fond memories of our visits to Quebec and your visits to Lake St. John. They were such fun. Verna was such a kind person with a gentle way and she always made us feel special. My deepest sympathies to you all.
- Debbie and Rob McCulloch, le
27 juillet 2021
We were shocked and saddened to learn tonight from David that Verna had passed away in June. Our deepest sympathy. She was so nice. I will miss our long phone conversations. Our thoughts are with you in these difficult times
- Lisette & Keith, le
26 juillet 2021
J'ai appris le décès de Verna avec douleur. Elle fut une précieuse collègue. Je me souviendrai toujours de sa grande classe dans tout ce qu'elle faisait.
- Michel Dubois, le
9 juillet 2021
Dear Paul and family. I just heard of the passing of Verna. I am so sorry for your loss.
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
So many wonderful souvenirs of Verna. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
- Donald Dawson, le
9 juillet 2021
So sorry for your loss.
I have fond memories of Mrs. Delaney as my ESL teacher in Beauport and later on, as Ann’s godmother and aunt .
May she Rest In Peace.
My sincere condolences to the family.
- Frédéric Spahr, le
16 juin 2021
Veuillez accepter nos sincères condoléances pour le départ de Verna, que nous avons eu le plaisir de rencontrer.
- Lise et Bob Lafrenière , le
16 juin 2021
Je pense à vous très fort et je vous offre mes plus sincères condoléances. J'ai eu le bonheur de partager de nombreux soupers d'anniversaire et de belles conversations avec Verna, ma marraine. Verna était une force tranquille. Elle était douce, discrète mais également très déterminée et protectrice de sa famille. C'était une femme exceptionnelle! Je vous envoie beaucoup d'amour et j'espère avoir la chance de vous voir bientôt.
- Ann, le
15 juin 2021
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family upon the loss of Verna. Hélène and Joe
- Joe Lonergan, le
12 juin 2021
Mes plus sincères sympathies. Je conserve de merveilleux souvenirs de tante Verna qui était à mes yeux une grande dame.
- Isabel Proulx-Heinz, le
11 juin 2021
Sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my sincere condolenses
Que mon soutien réchauffe votre coeur
- Carole Sponza, le
9 juin 2021
My deepest sympathies to all the family did not really know her very well
Remember seeing her at my aunt Beatrice and uncle Romanus home on Aberdeen
- Judy Thorne, le
9 juin 2021
Nanny Delaney was the kindest woman. She had a heart of gold and her love for her family was beyond measure. My deepest sympathy goes out to the whole family. Sending you all strength and courage during this challenging time.
- Elaine McDougall, le
8 juin 2021
Je suis de tout coeur avec vous en ces jours de peine.
Verna, si douce, si discrète, si grande dame. On ne t'oubliera pas.
Je pense à toute sa belle famille.
- Jean-Louis Blais et Beth Delaney, le
8 juin 2021
Please accept our Sincere Sympathy for the loss of Verna our longtime friend, Francine and Charlie
- Charlie Pouliot, le
8 juin 2021
I would like to offer my sincere condoléances to you Paul and your family ,Verna was lovely and friendly I’ll miss seeing you at the Petit Cartier ,RIP Verna god took you too early
- Maureen O’Sullivan, le
8 juin 2021
Paul,
Celine and I would like to offer our sympathies to you and the whole family for the passing of Verna. She was an outstanding lady. We will always remember her. May she Rest In Peace.
- Frank et Céline Cannon, le
8 juin 2021
I offer you my deepest sympathies. May she rest in peace.
Que mon soutien réchauffe votre coeur
- Guy Copeman, le
7 juin 2021
Moi, Geneviève, Alexandre et Anne Sophie voulons vous exprimer nos sympathies suite au décès de tante Verna. Elle était discrète, mais très respectée. Nos pensées vous accompagnent.
Que mon soutien réchauffe votre coeur
- Pierre, Geneviève et les enfants., le
7 juin 2021
Loving thoughts and deepest sympathy to you all. I pray your memories give you comfort through this very difficult time. Rest In Peace dear Verna.
- Patricia McDougall, le
7 juin 2021
Dear Paul, Dave and Glenn,
What a sad and unbelievable moment we lived through upon learning Verna had passed away. She will always be in our hearts. Andrea, Richard and Martine
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- Andrea Delaney Dube, le
7 juin 2021
Nos plus sincères condoléances Rachel&Andre Doré
- Andre Doré , le
7 juin 2021
Paul, nos plus sincères sympathies de Michelle Vallée et Gilles Lavoie
- Michelle Vallée, le
7 juin 2021
C'est avec une grande tristesse que j'ai appris le départ de ma tante. Sa gentillesse et son petit rire discret resteront toujours dans ma mémoire. Mes sincères sympathies, Sandra
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- Sandra Delaney, le
7 juin 2021
Will deeply miss you sweet Verna. My love and thought are with you.
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- Mary Ann, le
7 juin 2021
Toutes nos pensées vous accompagnent en cette dure épreuve. Tante Verna sera toujours dans nos souvenirs nous l'aimions beaucoup!
Que mon soutien réchauffe votre coeur
- Steve et Guylaine, le
7 juin 2021
Je suis sincèrement honorée d’avoir connue tante Verna. C’était une personne d’une grande gentillesse que je n’oublierai jamais.
Mes condoléances les plus sincères.
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- Lili, le
7 juin 2021
Our deepest condolences to the whole family. I was very saddened to hear of her passing. I have many good memories of aunt Verna. May she Rest In Peace. God Bless.
- Nancy and Cornelius, le
6 juin 2021
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