Evelyn Horney

Obituary of Evelyn Horney

Evelyn Horney (nee Mainland) of Kitchener, passed away peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital on Monday, August 19, 2019 in her 78th year.

 

Evelyn was a faithful member of the Forest Hill United Church community.  In her early years, she travelled the world with her best friend Eileen, living in Australia for a time.  A hard-working housewife for her children’s formative years, she instilled her values and practicality in a loving home.  Outside of home, Evelyn worked as an X-ray receptionist for many years, retiring in 2001 to enjoy her grandchildren and devoted husband.

 

Beloved wife of Reg Horney for 53 years. Dear mother of Joanne (predeceased in 1972), Paul and Sabina Horne of Waterloo, Brent and Julie Horne of London, and Leanne and Denis Fortin of Kitchener.  Grandmother of Katie, Ally, Colby, Tyler, Mason and Cara.  Sister of Bob Mainland (Dorothy) and Alice Kerr (Jim).

 

Predeceased by parents Albert and Ivadelle Mainland as well as brother Bill Mainland (Marnie).

 

Evelyn is also survived by her in-laws, Edna, Bob and Nancy, Susan and Gerry, Betty and Rick, Rick and Kathy, as well as many nieces and nephews.

 

Cremation has already occurred.  Evelyn’s family will receive friends at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Friday, August 23, 2019 from 1-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.  The funeral service will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 2 p.m. with a reception to follow.

 

Condolences for the family and memorial donations to the Arthritis Society of Canada may be arranged by contacting the funeral home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.

Friday
23
August

Memorial Visitation

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Friday, August 23, 2019
Erb & Good Family Funeral Home
171 King Street South
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Friday
23
August

Memorial Visitation

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Friday, August 23, 2019
Erb & Good Family Funeral Home
171 King Street South
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Saturday
24
August

Memorial Service

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Saturday, August 24, 2019
Erb & Good Family Funeral Home Chapel
171 King Street South
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Reception

Reception to be held in the funeral home's Fireside Reception Room immediately following the service.