Kay, Jessie
Passed away so very peacefully at her home on Monday March 16 2015 in her 74th year. She was surrounded by family and friends and her Pastor. Survived by her husband Robert Kay. Much loved Mom to Kim, Leigh, Shauna and Doug (d.1983). Cherished Mumma to Kayla, Jake, Brianne, Tyler and Lexi. Predeceased by brother Ken Thom (d.Nicole) and survived by sister Susan Ota (Mike) and brother Norman Thom (Alice). She will be missed by her neices Michelle and Danielle and nephews Mark, Adam and David plus many extended family. Much gratitude to nurse Christine and love and special thanks to Michelle.
Jessie emigrated from Scotland in 1953 and through her life held various jobs such as waitressing, real estate agent and owner/operator of Jessie's Country Diner in Barrie. However, no job was as more important to Jessie than that of raising her children. A dedicated Mom who loved her children with complete and utter devotion. No grandchildren were luckier than Jessie’s. Mumma was their art teacher, their life coach and their play companion. She was also a treasured Mumma to many of her grandchildren's friends. She taught us all about her faith and love of God. She taught us to stop and marvel at a beautiful night sky, an interesting cloud or a unique pebble on the beach. Most of all she taught us unconditional love.
There were many challenges in Jessie's life which she faced with honesty, grace, strength and bravery. Mom had a fearless determination to overcome her obstacles. She would credit these strengths to her God whom she loved so much. She was the person we went to for advice and comfort which always ended in a great big hug.
A service and Celebration of her life to be held at Jessie's beloved church
Oasis of Hope
211 Marsellus Drive
(Marsellus and Mapleview Drive W)
Barrie, ON, L4N 8V5
Saturday, March 28 2015 at 2:00 PM
Flowers are welcome but those who wish, may make a donation to the Oasis of Hope Church www.oasisofhope.ca or any charity of their choice. For any donations made to Oasis of Hope Church the congregation will be purchasing an item for the church and memorializing it in Jessie's name as she was a much loved elder of her church.
Heather Gill
Posted on: Friday, March 20, 2015We are sadd end to hear of the passing of our dear friend Jessie. Our deepest sympathy to the family.Jessie loved life and was a caring and loving person. The world has lost a good one. Personally I will miss Jess every day as she told me we were kindred spirits. I am so very proud of that. For her loving family hold on to her strong faith and find comfort lñ knowing she is now home and in the arms of our Lord.R.I.P. Love to all Heather Jake and family.
Leigh Recker
Posted on: Friday, March 20, 2015Mom, I know you know the emptiness I feel without you but I also know that the the love we had will transcend my sadness and grief. You loved me and my sister’s so much that it will be impossible for the hole in my heart to remain for long before it im it is once again m filed with the love I know you are still send ing
Leigh Recker
Posted on: Friday, March 20, 2015Mom, I know you know the emptiness I feel without you but I also know that the the love we had will transcend my sadness and grief. You loved me and my sister’s so much that it will be impossible for the hole in my heart to remain for long before it it is once again filled with the love I know you are still sending
Ray and Trudy Minnema
Posted on: Saturday, March 21, 2015Words cannot always express what we feel when faced with the loss of a loved one. Know that even when the words are few, there are lots of sympathy and compassion sent your way. Wishing for peace and many happy memories to stay with you as you remember a wonderful lady, Mother, Grandmother and friend.
Rob, Leigh, Kayla and Jake and the rest of your family we wish you God’s peace.
Ray and Trudy Minnema.
Kathy Corbett
Posted on: Monday, March 23, 2015My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time, I know my family will miss your smile your warm thoughts and your wonderful wisdom, I remember our chats at your diner, and your warm advice and kind words. I know that god now has you in his arms, and welcoming you in his home, may your time now be pain and struggle free.
My condolences to Bob and your family may god hold them in his arms and give them the strength to get threw this time.
RIP in Jessie you were a wonderful lady and it was truly a pleasure knowing you xo
Kathy Corbett and Family
Lynda Bell
Posted on: Wednesday, March 25, 2015To Leigh & her family,
My condolences to you and your family.
I will pray for strength for you to get through this very difficult time ahead.
Lynda Bell
Kim Perrault
Posted on: Thursday, March 26, 2015Mom you are my heart, my love, my mentor. You lived your life with strength courage, bravery and wisdom. All of which you raised us girls with,
When you left this life you left with love …what a gift you gave ….God is lucky to have our beautiful Angel