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Claire E.Hobbs
1938-2020
The family will recieve condolances at the BROME-MISSISQUOI Fueral Complex (402 River Street, Cowansville, Qc 450.266.6061)
Friday, October 2nd 2020 from 7pm to 10pm and Saturday, October 3rd from 12:30 pm to 2 pm. A funeral service will follow at All Saints’ Anglican Church at 2:30 pm. To manage numbers, those wishing to attend the service in person or virtually are asked to contact Mathieu Baker at 450.266.6061.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Claire Hobbs (née David), peacefully at home in Dunham QC on March 14, 2020, in her 82nd year.
Born in Cowansville QC and growing up in a large farming family, Claire learned the importance of hard work, family, community and generosity, and embodied these traits throughout her life. Claire was the “baby” of her family and still had a larger than life impact on everyone around her.
Claire married Arthur Hobbs in 1962. Together at their farm in Dunham they planted not only an orchard but deep roots in the community and shared a loving relationship for 56 years.
Claire’s involvement at All Saints’ Anglican Church in Dunham touched every aspect of church life: from the pews, to the choir stalls, and especially the kitchen. She was a formidable force on the Ladies’ Guild, often taking the lead in fundraisers and work projects. She thought nothing of producing large volumes of pies, jams, soups and more, while her flower arrangements adorned the Church’s altar in every season.
For Claire, there was no event that didn’t deserve a party, which she and Art always delivered with exceptional food, gracious hospitality, and Claire’s effervescent personality. Generous beyond measure, she had gifts, care packages and doggie bags for every occasion.
Claire will be remembered as a loving wife, a caring mother and grandmother, a pillar of the church, and a generous and caring soul. She will be dearly missed by her son, Michael (Mary), her daughter Jennifer (Jeff), her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, surviving sisters Marion, Florence and Noreen, her large extended family, and many dear friends.
The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the palliative home services team from the CLSC in Cowansville.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the BMP Foundation or All Saints' Anglican Church Dunham. Forms are available at the Complex.
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Diane st-Pierre
2020-10-30
Sincères condoléances à la famille Hobbs .J'aie u Claire comme cliente et c'était toujours agréable de parler avec elle c'était une bonne personne
Sutton and Brent Sutton
2020-10-13
Belatedly just learned of Claire's passing. My heart goes to Michael and Jennifer and their families. I will hold dear memories of her larger than life personality and heart. So many memories of a wonderful woman. She will be missed.....
Susan and Serge
2020-10-03
It was with great sadness that we heard of Claire's passing. She was quite a woman and will be greatly missed. Find comfort in knowing she is now by Arthur's side.
Carol & Cameron Skinner
2020-05-01
Our sincere sympathies to Jennifer & Michael and family. So sad to read of Claire?s passing. Going to the farm to buy chickens with Mom (Erika Blumenfeld) was always an event. Peace be with the family at this sad time.
Bill & Caroline MacLellan
2020-04-05
The Lord Herrd Claire call out "I am here LORD" and He said "YES CLAIRE come up. Now she is showing the Angels how to adorn the Lord's table. Jesus can smile and say "All is well in heaven " Remembering Clair our dear friend with Love.
Bev and Gary Crandall
2020-03-26
We were so surprised to read of Claire's passing. Our sympathy to all of you. Claire was a real doer and had things carried out to perfection. RIP Claire, you'll be sadly missed.
M Ms Simon Peter Groen
2020-03-25
We will miss her are deepest sympathis to the family
Manuel Greig
2020-03-23
My deepest sympathy to the families
Sid and Sheila Leggett
2020-03-22
Our sincere condolences to Jennifer and Mike and your families. We met your parents through my parents, the late Al and Audrey Cameron. Claire was such a generous soul and always so kind. The community of Dunham and beyond will miss her dearly. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time of mourning an amazing individual.
Helen Mason
2020-03-22
I loved Clare. In my early years she was a favorite friend. She lived a mile down the dirt road from us, and it was at her place that I would catch the bus. It was at her farm that I would often leave my bike for safe keeping while we were at school. We played in pastures, and in each others homes. Her family had Jersey cows and we had Holsteins. I did love Clare. What a gentle soul! Fare well, Clare.
Robert Bubba Lacroix
2020-03-20
My deepest sympathies to you and your family Mike. RIP Mrs. Hobbs
Shirley Vaughan
2020-03-20
My sincere & Heartfelt Sympathy to Jennifer & Michael and your families. Your Mom will be sorely missed for all she has done in her family and the Church community. She will sadly by her eatended families.
Shirley Vaughan
2020-03-20
My sincere & Heartfelt Sympathy to Jennifer & Michael and your families. Your Mom will be sorely missed for all she has done in her family and the Church community. She will sadly by her eatended families.
Norma Sherrer
2020-03-20
My sincere sympathy to the family. I've known Claire for many, many years. We rode on the same school bus when we were youngsters. Rest in Peace Claire.
Kevin and Lilian de la Mare
2020-03-20
Our deepest sympathies to the Hobbs family
Janet Clough & Bruce
2020-03-20
Sympathies to you Mike and your family.
Martine Langlois
2020-03-20
Condoleances to the family
Does Shrpard
2020-03-19
My deepest sympathy to the Hobbs family's. Claire will be missed by many R. I. P . Claire.
Arnold & Helen Lewis
2020-03-19
Our Deepest Sympathies to the family
INGALLS/ROBINSON FAMILY
2020-03-19
To Jennifer, Mike & families, Our most heartfelt condolences to you all. We were among the fortunate to have participated in the various parties held at the family farm on several occasions. Your parents welcomed us with open arms. We had many laughs and good times that we will fondly cherish. May you find comfort in knowing that Claire and Art will be reunited once again. Something tells me they are already planning a garden party in heaven. Sending much love, hugs and kisses to you all at this difficult time. Todd, Laurie, Baylee & Madison.
Geraldine and Norman Jourdenais
2020-03-19
Our deepest sympathy to the family. She will certainly be missed.
Bert and Gwen Nakpil
2020-03-19
So sad to read this, so sorry for your loss, our sympathy to Michael and Jennifer and their families. She will be missed in the Dunham community.
Milda Weiss
2020-03-18
My deepest sympathies to the family. Have very fond memories of Mr. Hobbs, through MV. and special ones of Claire, for her forceful personality, knowing exactly what she wanted. At the IGA, I often helped her select or find that special cut of meat, or what they used to have .... years ago..and there was alway a sharp remark. RIP.
Garage Michel Pagé
2020-03-18
Sincères condoléances to Family
Patricia Harbec et François Beaulieu
2020-03-18
Nos plus sincères condoléances à toute la famille. Nous avons eu l'occasion de faire leur connaissance en juillet 2010, lors du rassemblement à la résidence familiale de la rue de la Rivière à Cowansville. Réunion organisée par Jennifer.
Sherri Ten Eyck and Family
2020-03-18
Our deepest sympathies to the Family .