Agnes Manson

December 31, 1946 - May 12, 2023

Funeral Details: Private Family Farewell

It is with great sadness that the family of Agnes Manson announces her passing on May 12, 2023 in her 76th year after a courageous battle with cancer, with her husband and daughters by her side.

Agnes is survived by her loving husband Graham Manson of 55 years. Beloved mother of Jennifer Manson (Darren Zink) and Gillian Manson. Proud grandmother of Avery and Brynlee Zink. She was a cherished sister to Mamie Whitelaw (the late Abe Whitelaw), Helen McKinlay (Bill McKinlay) and the late Roberta McManus. She will be missed by her many nieces and nephews and family in Scotland.

The family would like to thank Dr. K. Mulhern, Dr. E. Bouttell, the nursing staff of the cancer unit 6th floor, and the emergency department at Southlake Regional Health Centre for their time and great care of Agnes during her battle with cancer.

Cremation arrangements entrusted to Peaceful Transition York and condolences may be forwarded through www.peacefultransition.ca  In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation directly to the Canadian Cancer Society.

CONDOLENCES

23 Condolences
  • Helen Martin
    Posted on: Monday, May 15, 2023 Reply

    Having known Agnes & Graham for more than forty seven years, she will truly be missed. We have many fond memories of shared trips, cruises and adventures. At this time, our thoughts are with Graham and all her family.

  • Ross Manson
    Posted on: Monday, May 15, 2023 Reply

    Sorry for your loss.

    Ross, Ellen and Molly

  • Jane Smith
    Posted on: Monday, May 15, 2023 Reply

    My deepest condolences at this difficult time.

  • Rhona Manson
    Posted on: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Reply

    So sorry to hear the news of Auntie Agnes. Thinking of you all.

  • Susan Welsh
    Posted on: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Reply

    So sorry to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of when I worked with Agnes. She always had a special way with words and special “sayings”, some of which I still use. Thinking of her always brings a smile to my face.

    Susan

  • Colleen Milley
    Posted on: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Reply

    Agnes was a wonderful co worker for many years.

    Laughter came easily to her and was shared readily to those around her…she brought a lot

    fun to the office …to mention one ,her delightful Shrove Tuesday pancakes ( which she rose early

    to prepare ) an annual tradition we all looked forward to ,I can taste them still.

    What a beautiful photo of Agnes …captures her perfectly .

    To Graham , Jennifer ,Gillian & Family .Sending you love and strength as you weather this

    difficult journey .

    I hope with time your grief will soften .Be reassured that those of us who knew Agnes ,

    cannot help but smile when ever we think of her….what a truly lovely legacy.

    Colleen Milley

  • Colleen Milley
    Posted on: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Reply

    Agnes was a wonderful coworker for many years .

    Laughter came easily to her and was shared readily to those around her.

    She brought so much fun to the office ..one being her delicious Shrove Tuesday pancakes

    ( which she rose early to prepare) a much looked forward to tradition by us all.

    I can taste them still .

    What a beautiful photo of Agnes ,captures her perfectly.

    Graham ,Jennifer,Gillian ,sending you love and strength as you weather this difficult time.

    I hope with time your grief will soften .

    Those of us who knew Agnes cannot help but smile when we think of her ..what a wonderful

    legacy.

    Colleen Milley.

  • Sonia & Biagio Rachiele
    Posted on: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Reply

    So sorry to hear about your mom…she was such a sweet lady…
    she made such beautiful, knitted sweaters for my children when they were born…
    also, a great baker, those toblerone short bread cookies…oohh so good!
    thinking of you all,

    Rachiele family.

  • Rose Ciuro
    Posted on: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Reply

    So sad to hear of your moms passing Gillian.
    My deepest condolences to you and to your family during this very difficult time.

  • Robert Sproul
    Posted on: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Reply

    Agnes had a laugh and smile that could never be forgotten. It was a privilege to have known her. I am so sorry for your loss Graham.

    Robert Sproul

  • Ava Zarrion
    Posted on: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Reply

    My deepest condolences.

  • Christine Manson
    Posted on: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Reply

    So sad to hear about Agnes. Treasure the happy memories of the life you all shared with Agnes. Love Christine

  • Jill Howden
    Posted on: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Reply

    Graham, Jennifer, Gillian and Family,
    I am so very sorry for your loss. What a beautiful photo!!. That is just how I remember Agnes. She was a force to be reckoned with…and I loved that about her. I feel very lucky to have had her friendship through our work and count her as a valued co worker. Agnes was a marvelous baker and happily often shared with us at work. I can still hear her saying that if the spoon did not stand on its’ own in the tea then the tea needed more steeping.
    Please accept my most heartfelt condolences during this difficult time for all of you.

    She was our friend and she smiled with us,
    And now in grief and sadness we weep together.

  • Beverley Watson
    Posted on: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Reply

    I was lucky to know Agnes and call her my friend for over fifty years. I first met her as a co-worker and we became young mothers together. Over the years we moved away so our tea times and play dates gave way to phone calls but no matter how long between those calls we always picked up right where we left on. I shall miss her always.

    Deepest condolences to Graham, Jennifer, Gillian and family.

  • Barbara and Paul Schlosser
    Posted on: Wednesday, May 17, 2023 Reply

    Our deepest sympathy to the Manson family. Agnes and I worked together for many years and she was not just a co-worker but a friend as well. I will really miss our chats on the phone. Agnes was a great baker and shared a few of her recipes with me, especially the shortbread cookies. I will think of her whenever I make them, however, they will never taste as good as hers. She will be missed by all of us.

  • Sandra Dubkowski
    Posted on: Thursday, May 18, 2023 Reply

    Agnes, You are remembered as a dear friend and special co-worker.Your laughter was contagious and we shared many moments together.You made our days so enjoyable.I will always remember your Scottish stories. I will miss you.Rest in Peace. Sandy

  • Janice Maltby
    Posted on: Thursday, May 18, 2023 Reply

    My Condolences to Graham, Jennifer, Gillian and Family. Agnes was a wonderful, strong, witty woman with a generous nature. I enjoyed the many years working with her, her Toblerone Shortbread Cookies and her mini scones on Pancake Day (Shrove Tuesday)
    Rest In Peace Dear Agnes, Love Janice

  • Angela and John Bawden
    Posted on: Sunday, May 21, 2023 Reply

    Our condolences to Graham, Jennifer, Gillian and Family. I truly enjoyed working with Agnes and treasured our continued friendship throughout the years. She will certainly be missed. Rest in Peace my friend. xo

  • Kerr Manson & Family
    Posted on: Tuesday, May 23, 2023 Reply

    We’re truly sorry to hear about Aunt Agnes’s passing. Our deepest condolences to you and the family. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

  • Connie Akins
    Posted on: Wednesday, May 24, 2023 Reply

    So sorry to hear of your mom passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

  • Linda Ansell
    Posted on: Wednesday, May 24, 2023 Reply

    Deepest sympathy Graham and family.
    Always enjoyed chats with Agnes, discussing travel, grandchildren, mutual friends.
    A lovely kind woman who will be missed.

  • Shelley Carter
    Posted on: Thursday, May 25, 2023 Reply

    Agnes and Graham have been our neighbours and friends for over 50 years. We were shocked to hear the news. She will be dearly missed and we send our deepest condolences to the entire family. We are so very sorry for your loss.

    Crystal, Shelley and Stephen Carter

  • The O’Reilly family
    Posted on: Wednesday, July 12, 2023 Reply

    We were next-door neighbours to Agnes and Graham and girls for many years, on our beloved Alexander Road. Agnes and Graham set “The Gold Standard” for gracious neighbourliness. We never, before or since, had such wonderful neighbours as they.
    I have so many memories of Agnes and her love of the summer, with little flip flops clacking across the patio in her busy way, her exquisite baking and Scottish “tablet”, and her lovely flowers, all coordinated and reliably lovely. And that was Agnes in a nutshell- reliably lovely, calm, gracious, unflappable, generous and humorous. We extend warmest love to all her family and we are honoured and glad to have known her. Rest in Peace, beautiful Agnes.

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