June McKay
Died: February 19, 2023 | Place: London, Ontario
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MCKAY, June…
Peacefully in London, Ontario on Sunday, February 19, 2023, June (Umphrey) McKay of London passed away in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Reverend J.F. “Jack” McKay for 53 years. Loving mother of Scott and wife Sandra, Jeff and partner Melissa, and daughter/best-friend Dr. Janet McKay. Loved dearly by her grandchildren Andrew and partner Christiane, Iain, Victoria and partner Glenn, and by her wonderful great-grand daughter Emma. Predeceased by her brothers Jack and Ron Umphrey, and her treasured sister Shirley Wynne. Born in Alberta, she lived as a young woman in Calgary, Montreal, and Oshawa, and upon marriage, Toronto, Lucky Lake Sask., Edinburg U.K., Boston Mass., Windsor, and finally London. June loved Canada, loved to travel, and loved the fun of meeting people on her journey. Based on her spirited and whimsical personality, she made life-long friendships in both church and community at each location. Using her enthusiastic and unusual leadership, she provided unequaled support to the ministry of The United Church of Canada for 60 years, and crafted a successful career serving the real estate needs of people in London through Canada Trust and her brokerage Grant & McKay Ltd. The family wishes to extend a special thank you for the care she received from the staff at Fox Hollow, University Hospital, as well as Dr. Dave Dixon. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Friday, March 31, 2023, at First-St. Andrew’s United Church, 350 Queens Avenue, London, ON N6B 1X6, where a service of Celebration will be conducted on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at 11 a.m. (Please note time change). Family and friends are invited to watch the memorial service live from the comfort of their homes by clicking this link: https://youtube.com/live/gOt-vppazP0?feature=share. Interment in Kintore Presbyterian Cemetery, Kintore, Ontario. As an expression of sympathy, donations may be made to London Health Sciences Foundation, 747 Base Line Road East, London ON N6C 2R6 or First-St. Andrew’s United Church. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com. Arrangements entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home, London 519-433-5184.
“Nothing shall separate us from the love of God” Romans 8:39
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Westminster United Church in Windsor sends their Condolences and Prayers to the Families
Dear Janet, Scott and Jeff,
I have many memories of your parents’ ministry and your involvement in the Westminster United Church (Windsor) family. Your mother was a lively, energizing leader of many activities ~ especially the Holly Day Bazaar. . . I can still see her in her elf costume dancing up to the lectern to make announcements. My heart and thoughts are with you all through this time. With sincere sympathy, Jean Lowden
I am very sorry to hear about June’s passing. She was a lovely person and was such a critical part of our worship in the choir and with other events with your father at Westminster United . All of the McKay family have my deepest sympathy. Sincerely, Kathleen
Dear Janet
My thoughts and condolences are shared with you and your family. A huge loss for you.
Sincerely, Ruth Woods
Dear Janet, Jeff and Scott,
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved Mom. She was such a special person. So many happy memories! A further note will follow. With caring thoughts . . . Norma and Nancy
Dear Janet: Condolences from Nell and I and Jon. Your mom always had a wonderful smile for everyone!
Dear Scott, Jeff and Janet:
Please accept my condolences in the loss of your mother. She was such a warm hearted and caring lady. So many fond memories of times spent at the McKay house with the Riverside Youth Group at the pool and having barbeques and enjoying the famous “Jack Burgers”. Your parents were always so welcoming. Cherish all of your memories.
Debbie
Dear June: I will deeply miss your friendship and support and I want to thank you for a life well lived . Your oassing will leave a great gap in many,many lives Sincere thanks and love Nancy
Dear McKay family,
We were sorry to hear of June’s passing. She was wonderful and a very good friend to our family ( Ernie and Marion McTavish)
June sold us our first home in 1983 and she was terrific! Very caring and energenic. She was as excited as we were! It was a great buy as we still live in the same house today.
May you find joy and peace in the memories you hold close to your heart.
Kathy and Ray Burningham
June was a wonderful, charming and beautiful soul.
I began working for June several years ago power washing her deck and chairs that faced onto the golf course and resurfacing her garage floor.
June was a lovely lady who treated me with the utmost respect.
June would insist she make me a sandwich or some cookies along with a cold beverage or glass of water on a hot summer’s day.
June was so very kind.
Thank you for being my friend June.
It is an honor and privilege to have worked for you and to have known you.
Perhaps you will meet my Mother Barbara who passed away one week after you.
God bless you.
May you rest in peace.
Blair
I first knew June as a neighbour and then a friend. We enjoyed time at the pool and in our homes. It was a privilege to know her. she often recounted her enjoyment of her time with Janet. Nice deepest sympathy to you Janet and to your family.
June was always a delight and I referred to her as my walking rainbow. It was always a part of my day to see what beautiful outfit she was wearing at Fox Hollow. Her smile and kind,kind heart will be one of the fondest memories that I will always cherish. June loved to take part in everything she could and was the Jepordy Queen. Loved by many and missed by all.
Dr. Janet McKay
My condolences and deepest sympathy for the loss of your Mother.
June was such a gem of a human being – warm, kind, intelligent and loving. My deepest condolences to Scott, Janet, Jeff, their partners, her grandchildren, their partners and of course her 1 prized great granddaughter.
Scott, Jeff and Janet,
Your mother was a loving soul with a kind, caring heart and a great sense of humour. She was a good friend I loved to visit in Hazel Lanes and later at Fox Hollow. She is greatly missed at First St Andrew’s United church where she generously offered her time in so many ways.
Pat Pettit
June brought so much friendliness and enthusiasm to this world — we always enjoyed her company when we would see her regularly at First St. Andrews Church. She also knew my John’s parents, Rev. Cecil and Della Jardine, both from Saskatchewan and London. June’s life is one to be emulated!
As fellow resident of Fox Hollow, I am sending my sincere condolences to June’s family. She will be missed.
Janet Elizabeth Davis
To Janet, Jeff and Scott –
I regret I was unable to attend your Mom’s visitation or funeral service. Please do know I’ve been thinking of you, and will continue to do so. Peace . . . Norma
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing, Janet. I remember her fondly from Riverside Church and her work in real estate. She had a real zest for life. Condolences to you and your family. Manina