Greenfield: Edith Marilyn (Cossar)
Surrounded by her loving family, Edith Marilyn Greenfield, in her 70th year went to be with her Lord on Wednesday April 23rd at the Hamilton General Hospital. Survived by her beloved husband of 44 years, John, and her children Joan (Shawn), Hugh (Jennifer), and Sandra. Blessed with six incredible grandchildren, Edith (Meemo) was a bus driver, babysitter and always available with hugs for Olivia, Callum, Spencer, Benjamin, Cynthia and Avryl. Daughter of the late Francis and James Cossar. She is also survived by her sister, Jeannette ( the late Cliff) Tootell. Sister-in-law to Doug and Vera Greenfield, and Betty (Russ) Greenfield . A dedicated volunteer with Senior Support Services and other organizations, Edith will be remembered for her smile, infectious laughter and enormous heart. She was dearly loved by everyone who met her and will be cherished forever in our hearts. The family will honour her life with visitation at the Hyde and Mott Chapel, R.H.B.Anderson Funeral Homes ltd., 60 Main St. South, Hagersville on Sunday 2-4 and 7-9-p.m. Funeral Service will held at Springvale United Church on Monday April 28th at 11 a.m. Private family Interment. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the West Haldimand Hospital Foundation or Springvale United Church, www.rhbanderson.com .
Condolences
Posted by
Gene
on
Apr 24th, 2014
Sincere condolences John to you and your family. A huge loss of a wonderful spirit.
Posted by
Holly and Greg and family
on
Apr 24th, 2014
To the Greenfield family;
"Mrs.G", as we called her, will be greatly missed by our family. She has been such a precious treasure we were fortunate to find many years ago. Peace be with all of you in your many beautiful memories of such a lovely woman.
Posted by
Deb
on
Apr 25th, 2014
My Sincere Condolences go out to the whole Family I worked with Edith for years at Jarvis Chicks we had many laughs together she sure was a great Lady always there when you needed her please hang on to the memories they will help you to get through this difficult time l have met and worked with Hughie and Joanie l can tell through them Edith will live on Deb Smith
Posted by
Phyllis Buchner
on
Apr 25th, 2014
My sincere condolences to Edith's family.
It was my honour to service on the Erie Presbyterial UCW executive
with Edith. She was always a bright shining star, lighting up our presence.
Phyllis Buchner,
Hamilton Conference UCW President.
Posted by
Carolyn & Robin at Senior Support Services
on
Apr 25th, 2014
To The Greenfield Family:
Edith was a valuable volunteer and a cherished friend to all of the clients she assisted while volunteering with Senior Support Services. We will always treasure the memories of our Tuesday lunches and the laughs we had together.
She will be greatly missed by us all!
Posted by
Wilf & Lois
on
Apr 25th, 2014
sincere condolences to John and family .Edith was truly an angel and one who made the room light up when she entered.Always there to lend a hand have a visit,or do what she could do.Her smile was so genuine and so was she.She will be forever in our hearts ,never to be forgotten.That smile will always be here.A sweet gal who always made you feel special.
Posted by
Hugh & Shirley Cowan
on
Apr 25th, 2014
To John, Sandy, Hugh & Joan,please accept our sincere condolences with your loss, Edith was a great person who we didn't see often enough because of the distance, we will always remember her smiling face and friendly manner. We were looking forward to seeing her this summer at the family picnic, we hope to see the rest of you....
Cousins, Hugh, Shirley Craig, Tina Craig & Izabella of Brandon Manitoba
Posted by
Deborah Forrest
on
Apr 25th, 2014
Sincere condolences to John and family. Edith's smile and infectious laugh will indeed be missed.
Posted by
Kim Hussey (Cossar)
on
Apr 25th, 2014
Deepest condolences to the Greenfield family. I remember Edith's warmth and kindness at the Cossar reunion. She made us feel so welcome. Kim, Roger and Grant Hussey
Posted by
Virginia Straw & family
on
Apr 26th, 2014
Sending our condolences to John and family and all the Greenfields. Thinking of all the wonderful memories of good times that our families have shared together over the years. So sorry to hear about Edith. All of the Greenfield family holds a special place in our hearts now and forever. Thinking of you all and sending our love.
Love from Virginia and all the Slacks and Curnow families
Posted by
Stacy and Becky Charlton
on
Apr 27th, 2014
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Edith will always be remembered as such a kind and happy lady, our thoughts are with you during this time.
Posted by
Randy Brooks
on
Apr 27th, 2014
Hugh and family
We offer our condolences. My apologies, we started out to visit you this evening but realized that the drive was too much for tonight .
I am sorry for the loss of the years you might have had, but I am confident that you have a wealth of experience to support you in the future. I feel sure from the years of working with you, that she must have been a fabulous Mom. Please accept our support and comfort in this family change.
Randy Brooks and family.
cell: 1-519-240-3103
Posted by
Ian and Joan (Heywood) Macpherson
on
Apr 28th, 2014
At this time of great loss please accept our deepest sympathies.
I am so thankful we had a chance to visit, all be it short, at the Cossar Family Reunion, a couple of years ago in Powassan.
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
Your Cousins from Down East
Joan and Ian
Posted by
Kim and Wilma Snyder
on
May 8th, 2014
To John and the Kids
Sorry to hear of Edith passing away. I know I have not seen you in a while John But I have talked with your Daughter out here in Calgary in the past.
I just wanted to drop this little note for you guys to let you know our thoughts and Prayers are with you.
