Eleanor Olive Murphy
July 7, 1948 – Aug 16, 2019
Died peacefully on Friday, August 16 at a vacation cottage, Round Lake, Ontario. Eleanor was the Daughter of Maurice J Murphy (Ottawa) and Olive Acton (Basken) Murphy (Ottawa). Eleanor was born in Ottawa, Ontario but lived her last 20 years part time in Australia. She will be so very sadly missed by her sister Barbara (Ottawa), best friend Cheryl Bates, (Australia) and by her many friends, companions and former staff at both Arc Industries and Quinlan (OCAPDD). Will be dearly remembered by many Basken, Murphy and Graff cousins. Eleanor is predeceased by her loving second mother, Jean Frances Graff who nurtured her and treated her as her own for 44 years.
Eleanor was an adventurous, gentle loving soul with a wicked sense of humour, she brought sunshine to all the people she met.
Eleanor was a careful and accurate worker in the workshop at OCAPDD and she also attended and graduated in continuing education in the adult special education program.
Eleanor’s health started to fail 3 years ago, but she took each day in her stride in an uncomplaining way, rewarding us with a knowing look and a little smile. She appreciated the special care of the PSW’s that attended to her from Bayshore and VHA and the dedicated visiting nurses from Carefor. The PSWS were with her for 2.5 to 3 years providing loving and loyal care. This special care was set up through her LHIN case manager Kelly Chard and sensitive coordinators at Bayshore. Special thanks goes to the many women and men who enriched her life over the years as activity companions, art facilitators, respite providers and yoga partners. We are very grateful for the continuing home based service provided in Massage and Physiotherapy by Nada Skerl and Katie Ireland respectively. Critical medical care was provided by Dr Owen Hughes for Eleanor’s adult years and Dr Debbie Caddigan for her senior years. Dr Caddigan went the extra mile making frequent house calls and finding a treatment to address Eleanor’s Vascular Dementia so that Eleanor was able to reclaim her positive happy nature.
Friends are invited to visit the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, 280 Beechwood Ave. Thursday evening from 5 to 8 pm. Funeral Service will be held Friday August 23 in the Scred Space at 2:30 pm with burial and reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to OCAPDD www.ocapdd.on.ca or Camp Misquah, www.campmisquah.com would be much appreciated.
Digital Guestbook
Marie and Kathryn Milne Australia
June and Eric Wheeler (in nonphysical) and Louise Lawson.
With thanks and love for the beautiful times we shared with you and your wonderful sister Barb. Sending you on your next journey with our hearts. Xxx
Janet Southern
Knowing Eleanor made me a better person.
Thanks for the memories.
Kindest wishes to Barb.
Ann Smith
Dear Eleanor, almost life-long friend of my daughter Mary who died just a year before you. So, you two are together again in peace.
The Honourable Hugh Landerkin QC
"Nothing can dim the light that shines from within."
Maya Angelou
Gary Pentland
Thinking of you during this time Barbara, Will always remember Eleanor's smile
Theresa and John Kim
Many find memories of Eleanor and her klennex, coffee, and playing catch. A life well lived!
Susan smyth
I knew your sweet sister for only a short time but was moved by the close bond between Eleanor and Barb. May Eleanor rest in peace.
Rochelle and David Handelman
With our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Eleanor.
Cindy
Eleanor’s bright smile filled the room. My deepest sympathies for your loss.
Whilst Eleanor touched our lives albeit briefly, we have very fond memories of a cheeky and happy Eleanor. Sending much love Barb. Know how much she will be missed by both you and Cheryl. May you memories be your warm blanket in times of sorrow. Marie , Ted and Buttsy v.