Laura M. A. Best (Maillet) of Hagersville passed peacefully at home on Sunday, May 21, 2023, surrounded by her family. Laura was the loving wife of the late George A. Best (1998). She was born on February 11, 1939, to the late Adelard and Marie Maillet of Waweig, New Brunswick. She was cherished by her six children, Edwina (Wayne) of French Cove, N.S., Shelley of Hagersville, Gerald (Lynn) of Hamilton, George (Kim) of Hamilton, Nicole (Chris) of Stouffville and Marianne (Ken) of Wainfleet. Loved by her stepchildren, Eddie (Gail) and Vada (late Roy) and families.
Grammy’s grandchildren were her pride and joy: Brendan, Kaitlyn, Brad, Shantal, Robert, Jessica, Tiffany, AJ, Mathew, Tyler, Alexander, Bradley, Daniel, Evelyn, Kendra and Wyatt. Great-Grandma shared giggles with Sofia and Sadie. Grandma was predeceased by her grandson, Stefan in 2016.
Laura also survived by her dear brothers Armond (Grace), Rene (Donna) and her sister Alma (late Lloyd). Predeceased by her brothers Andrew (late Olive), Albanie (Patricia), Sam (Claire), Steve (late Frances) and Gerard. Missed by her many nieces and nephews.
Laura and George were the proud owners of Laura’s Groceteria and Gas Bar that later became Laura’s Restaurant of Dawson City. Customers quickly became lifelong friends that enjoyed many meals and conversations.
The family will honour her life with visitation at the Hyde & Mott Chapel, R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Homes Ltd., 60 Main Street South, Hagersville on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. where funeral service will be held in the chapel on Friday May 26, 2023 at 1 p.m. Interment Hagersville Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Juravinski Cancer Centre or the Stedman Community Hospice. www.rhbanderson.com
Condolences
Posted by
Maureen Hewitt-Topp
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May 22nd, 2023
My condolences to the Best family on Laura's passing.
Posted by
Crystal Rose Perkins
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May 22nd, 2023
My sincerest condolences and love to all. You are in my thoughts. Love, Crissy and Family
Posted by
Lucille and Rob Burgess
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May 22nd, 2023
Sending our sympathy and love to you all. We have many memories of being with you all. Laura made the best hamburgers ever. Hugs from all of us Poirier and Burgess families.
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Barry
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May 22nd, 2023
Condolences and sympathies to the Best family. Remembering many stops at the Dawson City restaraunt with my Dad going to and or coming from chickens. Laura was always on the go in that restaraunt and can't forget ONE UP!
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Wayne Awde
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May 22nd, 2023
My condolences to the family R.I.P Laura lots of good times!!
Posted by
Margaret Dennis
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May 22nd, 2023
I am so sorry that your Mom has passed. May your find comfort in your memories of a wonderful woman.
Posted by
Krystal-Lynne Smith
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May 22nd, 2023
Laura was the best grilled cheese and fried bologna ladies I new she is going to definitely be miss by many ...
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Krystal-Lynne Smith
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May 22nd, 2023
Laura was the best grilled cheese and fried bologna ladies I new she is going to definitely be miss by many ...
Posted by
Kimberly Phillips
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May 23rd, 2023
My deepest condolences. I have fond memories of spending meals at the restaurant with my parents when I brought the bus back on Friday afternoons. It is hard to separate those times with my parents and not remember Laura and others that congregated there.
Posted by
Dawne
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May 23rd, 2023
Hoping your family draws strength together in such a hard loss. Thinking of you all.. Remember the beautiful memories made in her life time.
Posted by
Dawne
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May 23rd, 2023
Hoping your family draws strength together in such a hard loss. Thinking of you all.. Remember the beautiful memories made in her life time.
Posted by
Kelly Flexman
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May 23rd, 2023
Sending my condolences to the whole family. It was a joy to help make Laura more comfortable and keep her smiling in the last few weeks of her life. Thank you for sharing so many stories of her adventures, and hope Laura will be an inspiration for the whole family to bond closer. Every time I hear Hank Williams, I will think of Laura fondly.
Posted by
Gloria MacDonald
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May 23rd, 2023
Edwina, family and friends, my deepest condolences to you all.
May Laura Rest In Peace.
Love Gloria ( Burke ) MacDonald
Posted by
Lori Laforme Thomas
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May 24th, 2023
Condolences to Edwina and family..I remember Mrs. Best from when I took accordion lessons with Edwina..May she Rest In Peace
Posted by
Terry & Margie Boudreau
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May 25th, 2023
Our sincere condolences to Edwina, Wayne & entire families.
Our hearts hurt for you in this difficult time.
Posted by
Derrick and Brenda
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May 25th, 2023
Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time our deepest sympathies to all
Posted by
Lisa Boudreau
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May 25th, 2023
Edwina and family
I so so very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Cherish those amazing memories you have all created together. Those memories are what will help you get through these difficult days and weeks ahead. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
