Death Notices

BENNETT, Jacqueline Marianne (nee Kuzyk) - surrounded by her loving family at the Maple Manor Nursing Home, Tillsonburg on Monday, October 20th, 2025 in her 94th year. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Bennett (2011). Predeceased by her parents the late William & Ann Kuzyk.  Loving mother of Damon Bennett (Rosie Pratarelli) of Perth, Australia; Carolyn Wiens (Roger) of Port Rowan; and Susan Bennett (Christopher Steeves) of Iona Station.  Cherished grandmother & great grandmother of Kaitlyn (Jordy), daughters Harriet & Billie, Sam (fiancée Adeleena), Michael, Shelley (Kevin), daughters Makinley & Kennason; and Adam. Jackie will be lovingly remembered by her brother Robert Kuzyk (late Maureen) of London, their children Vivian Holland, Elizabeth Petersen (Eric), David and their families.  While raising her young family in Markham with husband Art, Jackie was proud of her successful full time career spanning 40 years as a Registered Nurse with Victorian Order of Nurses (VON), Scarborough General Hospital, University of Toronto Oral Surgery Department, EmployeeCare and North York General Hospital.  Jackie and Art shared so many wonderful experiences with friends downhill skiing, golfing, attending theatre, concerts, community fundraisers, and extensive travel.  Throughout her life, Jackie showed love, empathy and kindness to her family and friends through her creativity in sewing, rughooking, painting watercolour originals and preparing many delicious meals. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life service will be held at a future date.  Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the JASON SMITH FUNERAL CHAPEL, 689 Norfolk St. N, Simcoe. I n lieu of flowers donations can be made to a charity of your choice.  Personal online condolences at www.smithfuneralchapel.com (519) 426-0199