Obituary of Janet Eveline Gray

Janet Eveline Gray, Age 77 of Markham, passed away peacefully at Markham Stouffville Hospital, Thursday, October 24 at 12:23 AM with her partner David at her side after suffering a stroke on October 8th. Janet was born in Scarborough, Ontario to Gertrude Wharton and Richard Stamp in 1947 and grew up on Eastgate Crescent surrounded by neighbors who would become lifelong friends. She enjoyed her years attending High School at W.A. Porter Collegiate in Scarborough where she graduated in 1966. Janet worked for 30 plus years at Imperial Oil, maintaining many friendships throughout her career and into retirement. Janet is missed dearly by her partner David Morin, sister Marilyn and brother in-law Donald Smith, niece and nephew Eden Batty (Eric) and Evan Smith (Loni). She delighted in the antics and personality of her great niece Arwen Batty. Her little senior dog Jessie filled her days with walks in the community and park where she made countless friends. She was truly a dancing queen and music lover. Janet looked forward to community Zumba classes where she could dance until her heart was content. Her retirement was filled with gardening, backyard wildlife, travel and a wide variety of events through both Lakeside and Durham West Probus clubs. All of those who knew Janet will remember her infectious laugh and generous spirit. We invite you to lift a glass of Pinot Grigio and toast to our new guardian angel.

All are welcome at a Celebration of Life for Janet on November 16. Visitation from 11:00 - 1:00 with a service and reception to follow at Dixon-Garland Funeral Home, 166 Main Street North, Markham, ON, L3P 1Y.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to The Heart and Stroke Foundation or Toronto Wildlife Center through Dixon Garland.com.