Lily Hobbs
January 26,1934-April 26,2026
It is with sadness we announce the passing of Lily Hobbs, of Whitbourne, at the age of 92 years.
Lily is pre deceased by her parents, Thomas and Fanny Porter of Elliston, and sister, Mary Ward of Toronto.
Left with a lifetime of loving memories are her husband of 64 years Howard, daughter Suzette, son-in-law Tracy Harris, and “grand-doodle” Sammy.
She will also be lovingly remembered by her niece Susan Gilbert, and family of Pickering, Ontario; and special cousin “nephew” Tony Porter, and family of Elliston.
Visitation will take place on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Holloway’s Funeral Home Whitbourne, from 630 pm to 830 pm.
Funeral service on Wednesday, April 28, 2026, at 2pm, from St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, Whitbourne.
A special thank – you to all who cared for Lily over the years, most recently Dr. Frederic Paulin , and the Staff in the ER and medicine units at the Placentia Health Centre.
My deepest condolances to Suzette and family. My thoughts are with you a
at this difficult time.
Suzette and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mama. I know she was a wonderful woman because she raised a kind, strong, considerate, beautiful daughter and it takes a strong woman to do that.
Take comfort in knowing that she lived a good, full life and is now in the spirit world as your protector and guide.
Much love,
Stephanie White and family
Thank you ❤️
To the Hobb Family,
Sorry to read today the passing of Lily.
Our deepest sympathy and prayers goes with you on this loss.
Remember her as a kind and gentle lady with a wonderful smile.
Thinking of you all at this time.
May she now rest in peace and rise in glory.
Sincere condolences to all the family. I fondly remember “Miss Porter” from when she taught me at Catalina.
I’m so sorry to read this. My condolences to Howard , Suzette and family. She was a beautiful lady and I have fond memories of growing up close to her beautiful family in Whitbourne.
Suzette, we are both so very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your dad at this very sad time. May she rest in Peace.
My deepest condolences to Suzette and the families. So very sorry for your loss
Betty Cranford nee Lundrigan
We send our thoughts and prayers to Howard, Suzette, and Tracy, and extended family. Lily, may you rest in peace.
So sorry for your loss Suzette Howard & family such a sweet neighbour
So sorry to hear of Lily’s passing, sincere condolences to all her family!
I am so sorry Howard, Suzette and family to hear the sad news, she was always such a sweetheart. Deepest condolences to you all.
Spent a great deal of my childhood on that road and remember Mrs Hobbs as a very kind and soft spoken person. Enjoyed visiting with Mr. Porter in the basement and being fascinated with his ships in the bottle. My sincere condolences to all.
Deepest sympathies to Mr Hobbs, Suzette and Tracy. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. RIP Mrs Hobbs.
I am so shocked to be reading the passing of Lily, Suzette, Howard and Tracy, my prayers are with you all in this very sad time
Howard I am beyond sad to read this . Lily was such a beautiful kind lady unfortunately I am away working and will not make the visitation . Sincere condolences to you and all family.🙏🙏
condolences on the loss of your dear mom..Sending hugs.
Suzette and Howard; I am so very sorry to hear this news. Your Mom was a lovely lady and a good friend of my Mom. I have very fond memories of your Mom and Dad’s visits in Elliston with Uncle Tom and Aunt Fanny (I always called them that). Thinking of you and your famliy at this time.
Suzette we are so sorry to hear about your mom. I remember her from a long time ago in the Lions club.I will remember her soft spoken voice and her beautiful hair. She was a lovely person, I’m sure she will be missed by many. Keep your beautiful memories close , a mother’s love is a blessing. Keep the faith. Francy and Bub Smith
I’m so very sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace, and may God comfort you all at this most difficult time.
Howard, Suzette & Tracy. 8 am sorry so for loss. Lily was a beautiful lady inside and out, and I have the privilege of calling her my Godmother. Sending love, deepest sympathy, and prayers for comfort and peace for all of you. Xoxo 💞 🙏
So so to find out of Lily’s passing . She was related to my family through my grandmother on mom’s side . To Howard, Suzzette and Tracy ,sending our thoughts and prayers .Rosalind and David Hutchings
So sorry for your loss. Lily was such a sweet lady.
May she rest in peace.
Sincere condolences to all the family.
So sorry for your loss. Such a lovely lady and very well respected member of our community. condolences on behalf of Andrea myself and mom and dad.
Howard so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Lily was a beautiful lady. May she rest in peace.
So sorry to hear of Lily’s passing. Sending my deepest condolences to all her family
So sorry to read of Lilys’ passing…sending deepest condolences to Howard and all the family
Howard, Suzette and Tracy:
We are very sorry to hear that Lily has passed away.
Lily was a wonderful person and we shared many telephone conversations and visits to each other’s houses over the years. We always felt welcome in your lovely home. Good memories! ☕🍴🃏
You are in our thoughts and prayers. 🙏
Sincere condolences,
Dodi and Wilson
Sorry for your loss. I remember she was my teacher in my younger years. May she rest in peace.
Our Deepest Condolences to Howard, Suzette and family
Lily will always be remembered with much love
Mr.Hobbs, Suzette and Tracy,
Thinking of you all during this sad time. I am so sorry for your loss. I know she will be missed by you all. Hugs. Anne
Howard and families John and I are so sorry to hear of Lilly’s passing beautiful Lady. She was wonderful Teacher she taught me back then condolences to you all RIP Lilly
Sending my deepest Sympathy to all Lilly family.
Sending my deepest condolences to Howard, Suzette and family.