Violet Bertha Taylor, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, at the age of 87 in Barrie, Ontario. Born in Severn Ontario, to Thomas & Olympe (Bourdeau) Bonneville. Bertha grew up in a large and loving home with eight siblings, Rolland (Mary), Richard (Mary), Rev. Sister Therese, Yvonne (George), Cecile (Robert), Agatha (John), Rose and Flossie.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband Edward Allan Taylor, married May 12, 1970. Ed & Bertha lived happily in the Beaches, Toronto for many years.
Bertha had a passion for gardening; she cherished the time spent at the cottage and especially enjoyed her travels to Nova Scotia. She greatly enjoyed throwing parties for friends & family.
She will be remembered for her warmth, her love of nature, and the many beautiful memories she created with family and friends. She was known for her infectious laughter, her kindness to all, and her beautiful soul.
Bertha will be missed by all who had the joy of knowing her.
Sandy Brown
Posted on: Saturday, August 2, 2025Rest in peace Bertha l loved living with Bert and Ed for 18 years Bert was a kind person and she went out of her way to make me feel at home We had a lot of laughs and shared a lot of sad times together When my parents died , Bert was there to comfort me l will always be grateful for her friendship