Gladys Bernadette McLaughlin Dymond
elevated Q23eP March 27, 1926 – October 15, 2023
elevated Q23eP Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
211 Langstaff Road East, Thornhill, ON, L3T 3Z6
elevated Q23eP Visitation
elevated Q23eP October 22, 2023 from 4:00-8:00 pm
elevated Q23eP Funeral Mass
October 23, 2023 at 12:00 pm, Chapel of St. Joseph, Holy Cross Catholic Funeral Home
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elevated Q23eP Interment
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery
elevated Q23eP Obituary
Gladys Bernadette McLaughlin Dymond
b. March 27, 1926, Uptergrove ON; died, Oct. 15, 2023, Toronto, in her 98th year.
Gladys will be lovingly remembered by her children Patrick (Mary Anne), Chris (Cathy), John (Barbara), Peter (Vicki), Mark (Barbara), and Anne (Philip); grandchildren, Michael, Paul, Krista, Nick, Kara, Danny, Allison, Kim, Jessica, Max, Katie, Eric, Alex, Thomas, Daniel and their partners; great-grandchildren, Will, Kate, Benjamin, Daniel, Rowan, Isobel, Sofya, Elyana, Liam, Aria, and Eva; and her sister Eleanor. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, William Arthur Dymond, her children William Hugh, David and Cindy; and 13 siblings.
Raised on a farm next to the Catholic church in Uptergrove, Gladys was the seventh of 15 children. She left home as a teenager to finish her schooling in Toronto at Loretto College. Shortly after World War II, she met and married Bill. Together, they raised 8 children, and led an active life that included summers in Georgian Bay, skiing, sailing and curling; she was a devoted mother and was active in Holy Rosary Church for many decades. A lively wit who enjoyed a good yarn, she could whip up an amazing meal for a dozen people from nothing. After Bill’s death in 1981, Gladys became a keen duplicate bridge player and travelled extensively, especially enjoying many visits to Barbados. Until well into her 80s, she could trounce most of us at any strategy game. Her passing ends a good long life and releases her from the dementia that marred her final years. Special thanks to her devoted sister Eleanor who was such a comfort to her in these last years; her primary caregiver Hafsa; and all of the staff at the Glynnwood.
elevated Q23eP In lieu of flowers, a donation to the charity of your choice would be appreciated
I have often read the beautiful thoughts of yours Mark, regarding life with the Dymond Family over the past few years. You had many siblings, and you were obviously proud of them all. What a beautiful written tribute you have done for your Mum. I send my sincere sympathies on the recent passing of your Mum, but her long and eventful life is a lesson to us all. You must all have been so proud of her. Just being aware of all her accomplishments in life, is indeed a means of holding on to all the wonderful memories your Mum has left you and your family Mark. Most families today deal with a loved one suffering from Dementia. My own brother went through the same journey last year in the U.K. My thoughts are with you and your family. God bless. 🌹
Aunt Glady was a sweet, kind, wonderful woman. She will be sorely missed by everyone who knew her.
Always a welcoming smile and often a cookie to all of us kids on Delavan . Mrs. Dymond seemed to be one step ahead of us .
Warm regards and sympathies to all the Dymond’s
My deepest condolences to the family. May she rest in peace.
To The Dymond Family,
We are sorry to hear about Gladys passing away. She
was a Sweet Heart. Always had a smile on her face and always glad to see you. Keep your memories close
to you. Our deepest sympathy. Joan & Stan Kirkpatrick. ( Barb.Core sister) We have made a donation to Alzheimer’s in memory of your Mom.
So sorry to hear of Aunt Glady’s passing. As a child, I remembered visiting their home. We lived in Sudbury so going to the big city was a treat. You will be missed lovely lady!
Mrs Gladys Dymond. was a great person. For the short time that I have cared for her, she always was happy to be around people and was very welcoming. She had kind heart and very sweet. I will miss her and had the pleasure to take care of her on her last few days….if I expressed my feelings
or sympathy during a time of grief to a friend or family member is never easy. It’s hard to find the right words to say, especially what I all want to do is support your loved one. My Dear Gladys Dymond you will find peace and happiness your next life. You taught me in life so many ways and you become the grandma I never had,Rest In Peace amen 💐❤️
We all have fond memories of Aunt Gladys May she rest in peace .