February 15, 1951 - June 18, 2024
Our hearts are heavy as we share the news of the passing of Elaine Marie Pidgeon (née Roy), who left us suddenly at home in Sudbury, ON, on Tuesday June 18, 2024, at the age of 73.
Elaine was the beloved wife of Keith Pidgeon for 52 years, and the cherished mother of Brandee (Darren Frost), Kerry (Darlington Ibe), and Todd (Andréanne Tremblay). She was the loving sister of Robert Roy, and the dear sister-in-law of Diane Roy. She was predeceased by her sister Patricia (d. Don Snow), brother Richard, and parents Ovila and Loma Roy.
Elaine was the proud and adoring grandmother of Keith, Austin, Harrison, Adaora and Bruce, who brought her so much joy and laughter. She will also be missed by Gail, Ken, Carol, many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbours, who were like family to her.
Elaine was born in Amherstburg, and grew up in Wolseley Bay, French River, where she claimed to be a pole-vaulter for the French River District Secondary school (although no one in the family has any proof of this). She moved to Sudbury at 18, where she worked as a secretary at the University of Sudbury. She later devoted herself to being a full-time wife and mother, and a caring provider for many children at her home daycare. Elaine was a faithful and active member of St. Andrew’s the Apostle church, where she sang in the choir and volunteered as the baptism coordinator for many years.
Elaine was a warm, generous, and fun-loving person, who always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. She was known for never forgetting a birthday, anniversary or any important date. She enjoyed reading, playing scrabble and cards and spending time preparing a meal to share with family and friends.
You are invited to join the family on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Church – 1887 Bancroft Dr., Greater Sudbury for a Mass and light refreshments, to celebrate Elaine's life and legacy.
Donations in her memory can be made directly to Health Sciences North Foundation. https://hsnf.akaraisin.com/ui/donatenow/donations/start.
Dear Chiedozie and Kerry, accept my deepest condolences for the home call of your dear mother and mother in-law. During this difficult time of sorrow, please know that my prayers are with you and your family. May her memory bring you comfort in the days to come. She will be sadly missed.
July 6, 2024
MY HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES GOES TO ELAINE’S FAMILY AND DARLINGTON IBE. WORDS FALL SHORT OF EXPRESSING MY SORROW FOR YOUR LOSS. I AM DEEPLY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING AWAY OF MY MOTHER IN LAW; ELAINE PIDGEON.
MAY HER GENTLE SOUL REST IN PERFECT PEACE. AMEN.
BY ROSE IBE
June 26, 2024
Kerry and family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort to all of you during this very sad time.
June 26, 2024
Dear Bobby, Keith and Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Elaine. Though we drifted apart over the years, the memories of Wolseley Bay and our childhood together remain vivid and cherished. Elaine was a kind and loving person and the memories of our fun-filled adventures together have always held a special place in my heart. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With sincere sympathy, Alice (Aubin) Lacroix
June 25, 2024
My condolences go to Kerry and Darlington Ibe, I pray that God grant your family the strength to bear the loss and comfort your family at the time of mourning.
Emmanuel Unamba (Bobby)
June 25, 2024
Our heartfelt condolences to you Kerry and Ibe. We are very saddened to hear this news. Our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May her gentle soul
Rest in perfect peace. Amen 🙏🏿
June 24, 2024
Keith, Brandee and family, my condolences. Elaine was a warm and wonderful woman and she will be missed. May the good memories comfort you.
June 23, 2024
Dear Brandee
My heartfelt sympathy for you and your family. I hope all the loving, warm memories will help you through this sad time
Love and hugs
Nettie
June 23, 2024
May her soul continue to rest in peace. Amen.
June 23, 2024
We will miss her warm smile and great hugs.
June 23, 2024