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Susan Gwinner

Susan Gwinner

February 10, 2011

Susan Gwinner
Susan (Douglas) Gwinner; of Mount Forest (formerly of Cambridge) suddenly on Thursday, February 10, 2011 in her 46th year. Susie will always be loved and cherished by both of her sisters, Laura Douglas and her husband Rick Vaine of Mount Forest and Janet Douglas of Windsor. She will be cherished always by her mother Susan Macmillan of Livingston, West Lothian, Scotland, her father Lindsay Douglas (1990) and her step-father John Sutherland MacMillan (1999). Her nephew Kevin Douglas & Brittany Hunt of Kitchener and her niece Aisling Douglas & Sanad Haidar of Windsor, along with her great-nephew Layth, and both of her great-nieces Nooriyah and Vayda are mourning this loss. Remembered by her former husband Rudy Gwinner, his daughter Allysa Gwinner and the Gwinner family. Susie was born in Scotland and emigrated to Canada with her parents and sisters in 1966 and spent the majority of her life in Cambridge. She will be missed by her many aunts, uncles and cousins in Scotland. Susie was the former owner of'Room Service Available' a gift and decor shop on Queen Street in Cambridge. A celebration of Susie 's life will take place at the Barthel Funeral Home, 566 Queenston Road, Cambridge on Saturday February 19th at 2:00p.m. If desired, donations can be made to the Farley Foundation. Funeral arrangements entrusted to England Funeral Home, Mount Forest. Online condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com

Condolences

She was an amazing friend and an excellent person. Please accept my condolences for such a tragic loss.

— Suzanne Craig-Whytock, February 27, 2011

Laura I'm so sorry for the loss of Susan and understand your pain of losing a sister. I shall miss her- I got to know her quite well when I was driving her to her appointments. She always had a goofy laugh! I'll shall keep you and your family in my prayers. Beth

— Beth Leith, February 20, 2011

Dear Laura, I am so sorry to learn of your sister's passing. My heart goes to you at this difficult time. Keeping you in my prayers. Sincerely Bev Esposito

— Bev Esposito, February 20, 2011

Dear Rudy, My condolences for your loss. I hope that God gives you the strength to heal the wound left by Susan's passing. We are keeping you and your entire family in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Anna Sienkowska (co-worker) & family.

— Anna Sienkowska, February 17, 2011

Laura and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Regards, Catherine

— Catherine Quattrin, February 16, 2011

We will always remember Susie fondly for her passion for fun and genuine honesty. Sad to lose someone so creative so early. Enjoy the peace girlfriend.

— Robyn, Dan and Trinity, February 16, 2011

Its impossible to even say the name Susie without smiling. I have never shared as many true belly laughs as with her. God bless you Susie, I truly wish you are in Peace.

— Deven Thompson, February 16, 2011

Laura so sorry to hear about your lose our thoughts and prays are with you and your family my dearest sympathy Tanya Sackrider and Family

— Tanya Sackrider, February 15, 2011

Dear Janet and Laura ~ I cannot explain the loss connection with Susie. Though we did not maintain connection after high school, I know that you will remember that Susie and I were best friends for many years in high school, we were joined at the hip. We got in a lot of trouble together(which I will never regret) and we had so many growing experiences. Our houses were so close together and I remember sleeping in tents on your yard and telling scary stories always in awe of your home. And especially you Janet with all the wood in your room and such a beautiful special home you had to grow up in as young girls. Susan, such a free-spirited woman who sometimes had me feeling like she was another mother to me with her care and perspective on family, so much different from mine. I am feeling like I've lost a piece of me, I cannot put it in words. Please feel free to contact me if you like, of course if you are comfortable, I would love to talk. I will do my best to make it on Saturday. Sincerely, Michelle.

— Michelle Horton, February 14, 2011

Laura and family, the loss of a loved one is never easy, take comfort that God is carrying you through. My deepest sympathy. Pauline

— Pauline Holdsworth, February 14, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family

— Leah Layton, February 14, 2011

Laura, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Warmest regards, Chris

— Chris Gordon, February 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you Laura & to all of your family during this difficult time. Take time to get through this and keep your sister's memory alive by celebrating all the amazing things about her that should not be forgotten. Kindest regards, Sharon Dejonghe

— Sharon Dejonghe, February 13, 2011

Laura, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time!! Gus Giancos Mosaic

— Gus Giancos, February 13, 2011

Dear Laura and Family, I am so sorry about the loss of your sister. My condolences, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Amy Del Giudice

— Amy Del Giudice, February 13, 2011

Laura, I am terribly sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family throughout this time. May God's grace give you peace. Raven

— Raven Delsey, February 12, 2011

When I think of Susie....Style,Flare,Laughter(we did alot of that together) her love of animals,being a friend. Till we meet again...Please rest in Peace.xo Kelly,Donnie&Sammee Wamil

— Kelly Wamil, February 12, 2011

Sad to read of Susie's passing. Condolences to All the family Tess Bridgwater - 26 Poplar Drive Un. 19

— Tess Bridgwater - former neighbour, February 11, 2011

So sorry to hear of Susan passing...pls accept our condolences and May God get you thru this very tough time God Bless

— Eduarda & Woody, February 11, 2011

We are so sad to hear the news. We met Susie in September 1966, she had just arrived along with her Sisters Laura and Janet from Scotland . Our kids all played together when they were younger and we were know to the girls as "Auntie Grace Uncle George. As families the Douglas family and the Chadwick family went on many a trip and spent some great times together. May you rest in peace Susie free from pain Love Auntie Grace and uncle George

— Grace and George Chadwick, February 11, 2011

Laura, Rick and family, our deepest sympathy Jerry and Janet

— Tony and Janet Polasz, February 11, 2011

My wee pal Suzie came over to Scotland to meet her family and I hope we showed her we loved her dearly,she left Scotland with a huge smile and a happy heart, God bless you Susan my Big Cousin XXXXXXX

— Martin Tucker, February 11, 2011

We are sad to hear of Susie's death. Even though we lost touch with her, she was our neighbour for a few years when we were able to get to know her. Our deepest sympathies to family and friends.

— Colleen and Tom Cunningham, February 11, 2011

I grew up with the Douglas family and still remain very close with Laura, Rick and Kevin. It brings much sadness to hear of the passing of Laura's sister Susan. It is important to remember that even though this was sudden, I am certain Susan was able to share with you all so many memories and good times, which are evident below from some of her friends and family and from what I have heard as well. If there is anything we can do to help you, please don't hesitate in contacting us. Thinking about you all. With much love and respect, Charles, Julia and Kennedy Watson

— charles digger watson, February 11, 2011

To Susan's family and friends: We were shocked and saddened by the news regarding our old friend Sue. We are thinking and praying for you at this very sad time. Sincerely, Sue & Greg

— Susan Schaus, February 11, 2011

we have fond memories of a lovely day with Susie in Rothesay Isle of Bute Scotland, when she was so happy and seemed troublefree on that day. We will cherish those memories for ever. Our fondest Love and sympathy to you all. Uncle Peter Auntie Frances and family xx

— Frances Tucker, February 11, 2011

So very sad to hear. Our condolences to your family.

— Amanda, February 10, 2011

Oh my Susie, I love you so much....xoxox I will miss you always, but will have you with me forever. I love you. I love you . I love you.

— Janet Douglas, February 10, 2011

Laura, I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. What a terrible shock and sad, sad day. Please take comfort in knowing my thoughts and prayers are with you and I am here for you if you need me.

— Pennie Roberts, February 10, 2011

Sweet, beautiful Susie - I'll miss you forever. My baby sister.

— Laura Douglas, February 10, 2011

Shocked and saddened to hear of Susie's passing. My sincere condolences to family and loved ones. It's a grim day.

— Heidi Koehn, February 10, 2011

Laura I am so sorry and wish there was something that could make the hurt go away. I looked for a poem and I think this is fitting. My prayers and thoughts are with you today and always. The Hearts Library Imagine if I was given one moment, just a single slice of my past. I could hold it close forever, and that moment would always last. Id put the moment in a safe, within my hearts abode. I could open it when I wanted, and only I would know the code. I could choose a time of laughing, a time of happiness and fun. I could choose a time that tried me, through everything I've done. I sat and thought about what moment, would always make me smile. One that would always push me, to walk that extra mile. If I'm feeling sad and low, if I'm struggling with what to do. I can go and open my little safe, and watch my moment through. There are moments I can think of, that would lift my spirits everytime. The moments when you picked me up, when the road was hard to climb. For me to only pick one moment, to cherish, save and keep, Is proving really difficult, as I've gathered up a heap! I've dug deep inside my heart, found the safe and looked inside, there was room for lots of moments, in fact hundreds if I tried. Am building my own little library, embedded in my heart, for all the moments spent with you, before you had to part. I can open it up whenever I like, pick a moment and watch it through, My little library acts as a promise, I'll never ever forget you by Sarah Blackstone

— Anne Kennedy Borrett, February 10, 2011




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