Obituary of Eleanor Brubacher

Brubacher, Eleanor (née Barnes) The family of Eleanor sadly announces her passing at Guelph General Hospital on May 26, 2017 at the age of 91. Eleanor was born in Ailsa Craig, Ontario on November 1, 1925. Known as "The Queen", Eleanor was married to Ray Brubacher for 68 years. They began their married life in Bridgeport before moving to Ohio and Wisconsin, returning to Ontario in 1967. Mum, who never met a stranger, enjoyed gardening, painting, traveling, her beloved pets, and all the wonderful winters they spent at their home in Lakeland, Florida. Eleanor was a member of the Women's League of Trinity United Church in Guelph for many years, as well as the Women's Institute group. She was also an avid Green Bay Packers fan. Missed by her children Cathy, Bob, Meg and Amy. Her grandchildren, Sara, Emily, Noah and Cailey are saddened to lose their Granny. She was also blessed with four great grandchildren. Survived by her three sisters, Emily, Helen and Janet. Please join us in remembering Eleanor at a Memorial Luncheon to be held on Thursday, June 1, noon to 2 pm, at the Ariss Valley Golf and Country Club, 5700 Wellington Road 86, Ariss. Arrangements entrusted to the GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph, (519-824-0031). If desired, memorial contributions in Eleanor’s name to the Guelph Humane Society would be greatly appreciated. We invite you to leave your memories and donations online at: www.gilchristchapel.com and they will be forwarded to the family. Service Information Service Date Thursday, June 1, 2017 Service Time 12 - 2 p.m. Service Location Memorial Luncheon at the Ariss Valley Golf and Country Club, 5700 Wellington Road 86, Ariss Burial Location Private inurnment Requested Charity Guelph Humane Society