Death Notices

BRISTOW, Jacqueline Barbara “Jacqui” (nee Lutley) - with her daughter (her “Chiky”) at her side, at the Norview Lodge, Simcoe on Thursday, March 14th, 2024 in her 78th year.  Cherished mother & “Gragra” of Bobbi Ryerse (Steve) of Simcoe, their children RJ & Amethyst.  Dear sister of Donna Mae “Mazie” Kichler (Jerry) of Simcoe.  Jacqui will be sadly missed by extended family and many friends.  Predeceased by her parents Jack and Sal Lutley (nee Newman), and by her brother Donald Lutley.  Jacqui worked for 30 years at the Norfolk Hospital Nursing Home.  She was a dedicated nurse and advocate for senior care, serving on many committees to support seniors.  She volunteered regularly in local schools and was known as “Gramma Jacqui” by the students.  She was also an avid lover of figure skating, serving as president of the Simcoe Figure Skating Club for several years.  Local skaters always said they knew how well they had done by how much she was crying when they stepped off the ice. A private family graveside service will be held at Greenwood Cemetery, Waterford with Pastor Allan Burr officiating.  Arrangements entrusted to the JASON SMITH FUNERAL CHAPEL, 689 Norfolk St. North Simcoe.  Those wishing to donated in memory of Jacqui are asked to consider Purrfect Companions or the Alzheimer’s Society of H-N.  Personal online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com (519) 426-0199