Kathleen Hendry
November 13, 2025
HENDRY, Kathleen Viola (née Smith) – Peacefully at Louise Marshall Hospital on Thursday, November 13, 2025 in her 87th year. Predeceased by her beloved husband, William George Hendry, married 51 years. Cherished mother of Bob Hendry (Karen), and Jody Embury (Mark). Loving grandmother of Brandon Hendry (Sarah), Kelsey Guillemette (Brad), Brett Hendry (Maddie), Allison Embury, and Kassandra Hendry; and great-grandmother of Carma, Lincoln, Sullivan and Harvey. Dear sister of Ken Smith (late Diane), Den Smith (Marg), and Barb Belden (Bob). Remembered by her many nephews, both far and wide.
Predeceased by her parents Sidney James Smith and Annie Violet Smith (née Troyer).
Kathleen will be laid to rest with her family in Hill Cemetery in Pictou County, Nova Scotia. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Kathleen are asked to consider Cancer Patient Services or The War Amps. Donations and online condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com
Condolences
Bob I am sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. It is always a bit sadder for a love one passing so close to Christmas. My thoughts will be with you and your family
— Gloria, December 1, 2025Jody, Bob & Families,
Our deepest sympathies to you all in the passing of your mom/grandma. We have many great memories of a wonderful friend to our family for many years. I know that mom and her will be catching up with all the laughter that made them such great friends. Dad and her are together again, I do know how much she missed him too.
Memories I will cherish forever of a beautiful lady, a heart of gold and a laugh no one could match - her kindness to all of us will never be forgotten!
RIP dear Kathy, you will be forever in our hearts!
(thanks Jody it means so much that you reached out to let me know)
Love Kelly and the Mac "gang"
xoxoxo
My cousin Kathy was a very sweet woman who had to feed you every visit, without fail. Her mom Aunt Vi also did the same. My condolences to the Hendry family and also to Barb, Den and Ken. On my visits to Kathy in Clifford we discussed the family history and Kathy passed me pictures that she couldn't identify, mostly of the Troyer family. Her birthday is coming up on Dec. 27 when she would have been 87. I promised her Chinese food. We had such good fun at the Troyer reunions and she was such a breath of fresh air...I'll miss her belly laugh and teasing.
Hendry Family,
It is with great sadness that we send you this note. Kathy was a cornerstone in your lives, and all the lives she touched. The first time we ever met her was following the boys grade 8 graduation. She invited us back to her house to celebrate with Bob, Karen and Brandon. She did not stop putting food and beverage out for us until the fridge was empty! Our first time there, and we felt comfortable and welcome in her home, and her life. We will always remember her humor and straightforward nature. She would not want tears shed, but memories to hold and to laugh at as you move past these tough days. Thank you Hendry's for introducing us to this great lady, her memory will always bring us comfort, friendship and laughter. Hugs to you all.
Jody, Mark, Bob, Karen and family
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My deepest condolences to all the family. I have many happy memories of Kathy when she lived in Nobleton.
Thank you again, Bob, for answering my call yesterday. Please extend my condolences to Jody and all your family on my behalf.
Although I only knew your Mom for the last 22 years, we struck up a great friendship, lasting even after your parents moved to Clifford. We will truly miss her and our fun visits, both in person and on the phone. What I most admired about her was her resilience and her ability to find humour in life even when the chips were down. That is a lesson I will cherish for the rest of my days. She was also so kind and generous and she had a great outlook that we seriously admired. RIP dear Kathy.
Jody, Mark, Bob, Karen and families,
We are so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. We have so many happy memories of her as a neighbour on Kinsley Street. She was always so kind. Our deepest condolences for your loss.
Terri & Kevin Davey
Gary & Sylvia White
Dear Jody and Bob and your extended families ....I want to express my sincere condolences for the loss of your mom. Mrs. Hendry was like a second mom to me growing up....what a wonderful mother, wife, grandmother and great grandmother ....I am so sorry to hear of her passing .....thoughts are with you all ar this very sad time ...thinking of you ...Lori. xoxo
— LORI ELSE ( Johnstone), November 18, 2025Jody,Mark, Karen,Bob and families,
So very sorry for your loss. Hold onto all the wonderful memories you have and may they help you through this difficult time.
Bob, Karen, Jody, Mark and Family. Our deepest sympathy on the passing of “Mrs Hendry”. Great memories of our time spent at the house in Nobleton and at the cottage. I will always remember having to call to let her know that we had got home safely.
— Janet Uppington, November 18, 2025Kathy, a beautiful soul always welcoming my family into her home with fresh baking and delivering treats on all occasions, leaving us cards for our birthdays and special days. I will miss our visits next door. Her heart was kind, generous and loving. A special place in my heart will be held for her, thank you for everything.
Rest peacefully 🕊️
My condolences to Bob, Karen, Brandon, Brett, Kassandra and family. Sending love to you all
Bob and Karen. My condolences to you and your family.
Nancy
Jody, Mark, Bob, Karen & families:
We are so sad to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a remarkable woman.
I have lots of fond memories growing up in Nobleton.
We are thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Love Debbie and Ian
What an absolutely wonderful human Kathy was. I will hold close to my heart, every story she told, every minute we spent together and I will miss her terribly.
Thinking of all of you.
Lisa
Jody, Mark & family & Bob, Karen & family,
We were so saddened to hear of your Mom’s passing. We have lots of fond memories from growing up as neighbours in Nobleton!❤️ She was a wonderful lady and loved by all that knew her. Please know we are thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Love
Jim & Cathy
xoxoxo
Bob, Karen, Jody, Mark & families:
Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Sending our condolences. We have many great memories as long time neighbours in Nobleton.
It's been many, many years since we have spoken.
I have very fond memories of the little house on Islington Ave.
My mother, Jean Kerr, would take me to visit "Aunt" Vi . While they would sit in the kitchen having tea and talks I would be having fun with Barb.
I spoke with cousin Donna Fox nee Troyer and she told me of Kathy's passing.
Please known you are in my thoughts and prayers.
I'm so sorry to hear about Kathy ,she was such a pleasant lady to talk to. Remember the good times with Mom and Grandma.
— Elaine McPhee, November 16, 2025Jody, Mark, Kelsey and Allison,
We are sending our love and condolences to you. You were always there for your mom/grandmother no matter what and we are so sorry for your loss.
Bob, Karen and family
Sending prayers 🙏 Bob, your mom was such a loving woman. She loved her family with all her heart. She loved making date squares for my dad because she knew how much he loved them. She was always selfless and thinning of ways to help other people. You share many of her qualities.
Love Barb, Rob and kids ❤️
Our deepest sympathy to Bob &Karen and your entire families.
— Karen K Switzer Jim Seifried, November 16, 2025Bob, Karen and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Kathy was a wonderful lady, so kind and loved to talk to anyone. She will be missed.
— Barry & Rhonda McCandless, November 16, 2025So sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. She was a wonderful neighbour!
— Bill and Sue Wilson, November 16, 2025Bob, Karen, Brandan, Brett and Kassandra and family.. we are so sorry for your loss. Your Mom/Grandma was an awesome lady. We so enjoyed chatting with her at the store. May your beautiful memories together give you much comfort and peace. Hugs, Ken and Sandy
— Ken and Sandy Jellicoe, November 15, 2025We will cherish the memories and fun times with Kathy. Sending caring thoughts to the family.
— Beth and Bob Thomas, November 15, 2025So sorry for your loss, she will alway's be with you all, remember all the wonderful times you all had together.
— Darlene Rivers, November 14, 2025Karen, Brett and family. I am saddened to learn of the recent passing of your beloved Mother-in-law and grandmother. Thinking of you at this sad time.
— Marilyn McLeod, November 14, 2025