Hobbs, Nellie Elizabeth

Jun 22, 2017

Nellie Hobbs, age 79 years, died at home surrounded by her loving and devoted family on June 15, 2017. She was recently diagnosed with advanced pancreatic cancer and it was her wish to be cared for by family members and die "at "the cottage", where she could enjoy the lake, loons, and gardens up until the very end.

Nellie was born in Holland and came to Canada at age 10. Similar to many immigrants to Canada at that time, she overcame significant adversity and in addition to being a wonderful mother to four children, she was a successful real estate agent in Kingston.  She retired to Gull Lake and was predeceased by her husband Clifford in 2015.

Her family was probably the most important thing in Nellie's life. She was extremely proud of the accomplishments of her family, including sons Dan (Irene), Todd (Jill), Kevin (Maureen) and daughter Cindy (Larry); and grandchildren Taylor, Zachary, Sarah, Ryan, Matthew, Abby and Josh.  Many memories were made as we celebrated all major holidays together "at the cottage" over the years.

Nellie was an avid gardener and active member of the Land O' Lakes Garden Club.  She had many special friends and loved to golf, play bridge,  experience new things and travel.  Just three months ago she thoroughly enjoyed a trip to Mexico with many family members.  Nellie will be remembered as a kind, generous woman with a sparkling personality and smile that could light up a room.

We would like to express our sincere appreciation to the staff at Northbrook Medical Center, especially Dr. Peter Tam, nurse Sue Tobia and pharmacist Eric Tobia.  Without their outstanding support and assistance, we could not have taken care of our mother at home in her final two months of life.

Following cremation,  we will have a celebration of Nellie's life at Milestones Funeral Center, Northbrook Ontario on Saturday July 15, 2017.  Friends and family can gather from 12:30 - 2:00 pm, with a tribute and luncheon to follow.  In lieu of flowers, a donation could be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences are available to the family at  www.milestonefuneralcenter.com