1925
2013
Ellen Teresa "Tess" O'Hanlon (nee Hope)
August 21, 1925 – February 14, 2013
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tess, who went peacefully to the Lord on Feburary 14th 2013, in Calgary, Alberta, surrounded by her beloved family.A longtime resident of Brampton, Tess will be lovingly remembered for her active role in the city's musical theatre community, as well as her involvement and dedication to the church and choir at St John Fisher Parish.Tess is survived by her sisters Nancy and Bunny, and her children Mike (Sandi), Kathy (Dave Stirling), Tim (Alanna), Tom, and KC (Carol). Her memory will be deeply cherished by her twelve grandchildren and by her twelve (and a half) great-grandchildren, as well as countless others members of her close extended family. She was predeceased by her daughter Paddy; her husband Peter; and her siblings Dorothy, Mary, Joan, Monica, Chuck, and Mike.The family would like to say a special thanks to the doctors and nurses of Unit 53 at the Peter Lougheed Hospital in Calgary.A visitation will be held at Andrews Community Funeral Centre (8190 Dixie Road, Brampton, (905) 456-8190) on Thursday February 21st from 2-4 pm and 7-9pm. A funeral mass will be held in St. John Fisher Parish on Friday February 22nd at 10am. A celebration of Tess' life will take place at the Brampton Irish Centre immediately following the service. A private burial will be held for immediate family at a later date. If desired, in lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Canadian Cancer Society. A tree will be planted in Tess' memory at Fish Creek Provincial Park in Calgary.
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16 Entries
February 22, 2013
I am a friend of the Texas O'Hanlons. Carol, KC and their boys are my best friends in the world. I met Tess in Austin more than 15 years ago on one of her many trips to visit her family. She was the most awesome woman - never met anybody who loved life, family and friends more than she did. I was always amazed at her energy and enthusiam. She was an inspiration to me and I feel blessed to have known her. I bet she is having a ball in Heaven with all her loved ones - looking down on us in our sorrow saying how wonderful it is to be in the place God made for us to live in joy forever. Love you Tess. Paula
February 21, 2013
To the O'Hanlon's: I met both Tess and Peter through Brampton Musical Society and The Abbey Players. I performed on stage with them both and had the most wonderful time of my life on stage with both of them in "The Mikado". They'll make beautiful music together again in Heaven. My deepest sympathy to you all.
February 21, 2013
Steve Leaver
Sorry for your loss Mike.I remember your mom well.
Steve Leaver
February 20, 2013
Donna and Dale Caudron
Carol and KC and the O'Hanlon family our thoughts are with you. Tess will be missed dearly but the wonderful memories will live on.
February 20, 2013
She was a great lady. She left her mark on this world with that great smile. Our prayers are with you all!
Walt & Pat
February 19, 2013
Susan DaMota
God Bless you Tess and all your family. You have a special place in my heart and will be missed dearly. Thank you for all the great memories.
Love,
Susan
February 19, 2013
Mikaela O'Hanlon
I will miss nana Tess playing with me and swimming with me and giving me things from Calgary. I will always love her with all my heart.
With love,
Mikaela
February 19, 2013
Kyra O'Hanlon
I will miss Nana Tess. She is in my prayers and will always have a place in my heart.
Lots of love Kyra
February 19, 2013
We will miss Auntie Tess more than a 'bushel and a peck' but her song will remain in our hearts.
Joe, Laura, Julia and Victoria Williams
February 19, 2013
Debbie
To the O'Hanlon (nee Hope) families, So sorry to hear of your loss, my deepest
sympathy to all my prays and thoughts are with you. Debbie Zasso
February 19, 2013
Joan and Steve Dyck
KC, Carol and the O'Hanlon family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorry. Love
February 19, 2013
Christine Dufty
Good Night, God Bless ... Dear Auntie Tess.
Love Christine (Hope) Dufty and family xoxoxox
February 19, 2013
Barb & Rick Marshall
To all the O'Hanlon's. Aunt Tess will be missed by everyone she touched. My condolences to all. Take comfort in each other and all your shared memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
February 19, 2013
Mike, sandi and family so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in the many special memories you hold in your hearts. Sincerely,Linda and Frank Dlouhy
February 19, 2013
Mike, sandi and family so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in the many special memories you hold in your hearts. Sincerely,Linda and Frank Dlouhy
February 19, 2013
Lucy & Mario Linardi
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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