Esther Dawn Drobot
March 28, 1961 - September 17, 2024
Funeral Details: A visitation will take place on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Holy Spirit Parish (650 Essa Rd, Barrie, ON). A Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 a.m. Reception to follow after Mass.
aka "Esther Gallant"
aka "Esther Donald Mosey"
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear sister Esther at the age of 63 on September 17, 2024 after a long and fierce battle with cancer.
Predeceased by her loving husband of 33 years, Al Drobot, parents Isobel and Donald Gallant, and siblings Mary Lafferty, Dale Gallant, Janet Gallant, Dianne MacDonald, Nacy Gallant, Gordon Gallant and John Gallant.
Left to mourn is her cherished daughter, Jennifer Drobot (Erin) and siblings Gus Gallant (Maisy), Dora Grettum (Kerry), Elaine Gallant (Norbert), Molly Fortin (Bob), Nora Gallant (David), Leo Gallant (Bernie), Louise Gallant (Kenny) and sister-in-law Barb Gallant. She will also be missed by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
In 1981, Esther left her beloved Prince Edward Island home to seek her fortune out West… Or to sponge off one of her sisters, we’re not sure which. She began a 20-year career at The Brick where she met her future husband Al. In 1987, they were transferred to Ontario and lived in Mississauga. In 1992, after 5 long years of infertility, they were blessed with the birth of their beautiful daughter, Jennifer. In 1994, wanting to raise Jennifer in a smaller community, they moved to Barrie. In May of 2001, Esther was laid off at The Brick and in August of the same year, she was hired by the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board. She remained there until her passing. In her years with the Board, she has made many friends who will miss her dearly.
A visitation will take place on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Holy Spirit Parish (650 Essa Rd, Barrie, ON). A Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 a.m. Reception to follow after Mass.
The family would like to give a special ‘Thank You’ to Esther’s oncologists, Dr. Lauren Gerard from Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie and Dr. Anca Prica from Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto, as well as the many nurses who took such good care of her while at the Royal Victoria Hospital Cancer Centre. We would also like to give a special ‘Thank You’ to the wonderful staff at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Cancer Care Centre at RVH or to Hospice Simcoe in Barrie.
https://www.rvh.on.ca/areas-of-care/cancer-program/ (Cancer Care Centre)
https://hospicesimcoe.ca/ways-to-donate/ (Hospice Simcoe)
Carrie and Mike Thompson
Posted on: Thursday, September 19, 2024We are so sorry to hear the passing of your mom, Jenn. She was a lovely lady and we enjoyed our visits with her. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Linda Thurlow
Posted on: Thursday, September 19, 2024You will never be forgotten. I will miss you always , my beautiful cherised friend
Father Keith Wallace
Posted on: Thursday, September 19, 2024Holy Land pilgrimage 2010 …. to know a woman of great strength, joy, perseverance, faith, inclusion, community was and us an honour.
Father Keith Wallace
Posted on: Thursday, September 19, 2024On the sea of galilee… after a faith filled day … some fun
Father Keith Wallace
Posted on: Thursday, September 19, 2024Holy Land 2010 …. a honour and joy to journey with Esther ( and school board )
Father Keith Wallace
Posted on: Thursday, September 19, 2024Sea of Galilee Holy Land 2010 aka Titantic .
Father Keith Wallace
Posted on: Thursday, September 19, 2024Holy Land 2010
Father Keith Wallace
Posted on: Thursday, September 19, 2024Holy Land 2010 School Board
Marie and Jim McDougall
Posted on: Thursday, September 19, 2024Thinking of you all, may your happy memories of Esther give you peace and comfort that you can carry with you forever.
She was a beautiful lady with a gorgeous smile.
Michelle FitzPatrick
Posted on: Thursday, September 19, 2024My heart goes out to all those people Esther made smile and laugh. How she could dance in those heels I’ll never know. I hope she’s cutting a rug above with light in her eyes and laugh lines popping.
Catherine Murphy
Posted on: Friday, September 20, 2024Esther was a lovely lady with a smile like no other. May God bless you all and help you through this difficult time.
Thinking of you all and have you in my prayers. RIP Esther
Laura and David Corry
Posted on: Wednesday, September 25, 2024When we lived in Barrie and attended Holy Spirit, Esther was the first one that greeted us, she always greeted us with her beautiful smile and a warm and welcoming embrace. We always looked forward to that. She will truly be missed.