Ellen Black

BLACK, Ellen Maude – Passed away peacefully on Monday, January 24, 2022 at the age of 95.

Ellen Black (nee Cook) of Pembroke, wife of the late Brian Black.  Loving mother of Brenda Tripp (late Jim), Barbara Woods (late Gordon) and late Wilma Black.  Cherished grandmother of Kathleen Tripp (Kevin), Amanda Tripp, Bill Tripp, Shannon Crosby (Mat), Lindsay Woods (Mike), Kate Woods (Stephen) and great-grandmother of Kaleb, Declan and Brigid.  Dear sister of Clara James (late Edward), George (Beth), Elmer, Edward (Viv), Doug (late Mary) and Fred Cook (Florence).  Lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by late brother-in-laws Keith Black (late Stella Leach), Neil Black (late Mary Berry), sister-in-laws Callie Logan (late Martin), Alice Gilmour (late Elmer Mick and late Hubert Gilmour) and late Pansy Prange (late Gordon).  Predeceased by sisters Edith Pacey (late Alymer), Ruby King (late John Ferguson and late Andrew King), brother Clarence “Bud” Cook (Bertha) and late parents Stanley and Clara Cook (nee Crigger).  Predeceased by late brother-in-laws Keith Black (late Stella Leach), Neil Black (late Mary Berry), sister-in-laws Callie Logan (late Martin), Alice Gilmour (late Elmer Mick and late Hubert Gilmour) and late Pansy Prange (late Gordon).

Ellen was very caring, thoughtful and an attentive listener to all.  Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were very important to her.  She was an avid gardener and took pride in her flowers.  Hobbies included baking, playing cards and attending various musical engagements and fiddle contests with her husband.  Both she and Brian loved to travel and spend time at their trailer at Lake Dore and at home where family and friends were welcomed with open arms, food and music.  She was an active member of her home church and the former Micksburg United Church, now located at Champlain Trail Museum.  She and Brian played a significant role as members of the Micksburg Seniors Club.  

Visitation at the Malcolm, Deavitt & Binhammer Funeral Home, 141 Renfrew Street, Pembroke on Friday, February 4, 2022 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.  Funeral Saturday at Wesley United Church for a Service at 11:00 a.m. Interment Lower Stafford United Church Cemetery in the spring.   As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Wesley United Church or Lower Stafford United Cemetery appreciated. Online condolences and donations are available at www.mdbfuneralhome.com

Zoom service will be available. https://united-church.zoom.us/j/96393494375?pwd=cmpxQ2o4MmpJWUgrd2JiSENiRWtDUT09

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