Minnie McNeish
June 4, 2026
McNEISH, Minnie Grace – Passed away peacefully and into the arms of her Lord and Saviour on Thursday, June 4, 2026 in her 95th year. Beloved wife of the late William “Bill” McNeish (2012). Loving mother of James McNeish of Mount Forest and wife Maureen, Bruce McNeish of Conn, Janet de Groot and husband Andy of Kenilworth, Brant McNeish and wife Val of Hanover, Nancy McNeish of Mount Forest, Keith McNeish of Conn, Anna-Beth Donald and husband Lindsey of Mount Forest, and Ian McNeish and wife Colleen of Toronto. Proud Grandma to 21 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Survived by her sister Nora Gray (Bob Foskett) of Guelph.
Predeceased by her daughter-in-law Gail McNeish, parents James and Grace Wilson, siblings George, Gordon, Gilbert (Margaret), Nellie (Lloyd Hamilton), Leonard (Grace), Allen, Garnet (Gwen), Laura (George McKee), Mary (Adam Francis), Alfred (Doreen), Ivadel, Vietta (Alex Watson), and Harvey, and brother-in-law Robert “Bob” (Alice).
Visitation will be held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Thursday, June 11th from 1:00-3:00 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Knox Presbyterian Church, 8015 Highway 89, Conn, on Friday, June 12th at 11:00 a.m. If you are unable to attend the service in-person, you are invited to view livestream by clicking on the link below. Immediately following the service, all are invited to the church hall for refreshments and fellowship. Interment will take place at Greenfield Cemetery, Arthur. If desired, donations may be made to Knox Presbyterian Church, Conn, or Cancer Patient Services of Mount Forest. Donations and online condolences may be made at www.englandfuneralhome.com
Funeral Service for Minnie McNeish
Condolences
We send our deepest sympathy. - Barry & Thelma Rawn
— Barry & Thelma Rawn, June 12, 2026Very sorry to hear the passing of your mom and our Aunt.
There is nothing like the feeling you go through when a parent passes and each one will greave differently.
Our deepest condolences to the family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Our condolences to the McNeish and DeGroot family's. Sad to her about Great Aunt Minnie passing. Minnie always remember our names. She was kind and caring. Thinking of you at this time.
— NATHAN RICE, June 11, 2026My heartfelt condolences to the McNeish family at this time of your loss of Minnie.
We wish to extend our sincere condolences to all of the family.
May she rest in peace.
Dear Janet and your family,
I was so sorry to read of your Mother's passing. May you feel the Lord's loving arms around you at this sad time.
Sheryl
Dear cousins
So sorry for the loss of your mom. Wish I was able to be there as you say goodbye but I’m away this week on vacation. I will carry fond memories of my sweet Aunt Minnie with me always. I always loved her giggly laugh. Love and hugs to you all. Sandra(Sam)
To the McNeish family.
My condolences on your loss. I pray for the Lord's comfort during this time of grieving.
Regretfully I will not be able to attend in person.
Anna-Beth and Lindsay , sorry for your loss . Cherish the memories .
— Jocelyn Huber, June 9, 2026Dear Bruce and family, Linda and I wish to extend our deepest condolence and sympathies on the loss of your mother. May your fond memories of her active and full life provide some comfort and peace. Hugs Steve & Linda
— Stephen & Linda Grosz, June 9, 2026Bruce and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Losing a mother is not easy, especially when she was such a large part of your daily routine. From the stories Bruce told, she was a feisty one and good on her to travel so much and be so busy. My heart goes out to you all. She is in good hands and will watch over you all.
With dearest sympathy
D
To Janet, Bruce and Randy and Wanda. I always loved to see Minnie when we went to Conn church. She always had a lovely smile and a hug for us. So sorry for your loss.
— Meg Pritty, June 9, 2026Our sincere condolences on the loss of your Mother…she was such a lovely lady & will be missed…our thoughts & prayers are with you all @ this sad time.
— Brian & Marilynne Adams, June 9, 2026Our heartfelt condolences to each of the McNeish families at Minnie's passing. May your memories of special times together bring a measure of comfort as you grieve ...
with our prayers & caring,
Gary & Gwymne
Joyce and I send you both our deepest condolences at the loss of your mom.
Mom's are very specail and their loss cuts deep into our soul.
Please know we hold you both in our hearts especially through this most difficult time.
Also know, that through time, the memories of your mom's life will fill your heart with joy and bring you peace!
Joyce & Bruce Graham
Our deepest sympathy Anna-Beth and Lindsay and the McNeish Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
— Lori Roefs, June 8, 2026My condolences to all of Minnie's family on your loss of a woman who was remarkable in her ability to soldier on despite her medical disabilities.
— Hugh Perrin, June 7, 2026It is truly with a heavy heart that we the Dunlop's extend our deepest Condolences to Ian McNeish his wife Colleen and the boys Austyn and Adam. It was a pleasure to meet your parents over the years and hear of the farm and you family upbringing and to see the fondness they had for you all. May the whole extended family know we are thinking of them all during this very difficult time. Minnie was so kind, thoughtful and always checking in on Ian her youngest it was very sweet. Mrs McNeich (Minnie) you will truly be missed.
— Paula, Dave, Nicole and Melissa Dunlop, June 7, 2026Anna Beth and family, we are so sorry to hear about your mom. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
— Jeannette (Donald) Price, June 6, 2026And also condolences to Nancy and family !!
— Mary Allen, June 6, 2026Our condolences to the McNeish family, especially Janet & her family. May your faith and family help you through this difficult time.
Mary Allen & Bob Dippel
To the McNeish family, we would like to extend our deepest condolences to all of you. Your Mom was a kind gentle soul, great neighbour. May you rest now Minnie.
— Maxine Kerr & Family, June 6, 2026Dear McNeish Family
May the Love of God surround you during this time of sorrow and bring you peace.
To the McNeish family
So very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Thinking of all of you a this time and sending love and deepest condolences.
AnnaBeth and family,
Please accept my most sincere condolences.
May your memories give you comfortable now and in the coming days.
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Sending my heartfelt condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
— Beth (Adams) Dodds, June 5, 2026To Bruce's and family our deepest sympathy Diane and Carmen
— Diane Amyotte, June 5, 2026Bruce and family , deepest sympathies on the passing of your mother . She was a sweet lady with such a bright smile .
John and michelle