McCallum, Jean
March 05, 1926 ~ October 13, 2024
McCallum, Jean Bessie Barbara (Brooks) – With great sorrow the family announce her passing on October 13, 2024 at Trillium Villa in Sarnia, in her 99th year. Jean was born in Wyoming, Ontario, March 5, 1926, the daughter of the late William Oswald and Lottie Loretta (Lucas) Brooks. Predeceased by husband Charles Edwin McCallum (2011) of 40 years. Loving mother of Larry Tanner (Judy) of Petrolia, Linda Walker of Sarnia, and Sandra McInnis (Ken) of Chatsworth. 7 grandchildren – Timothy (Rosemarie) Tanner, Thomas (Megan) Tanner, Rebecca (Jeff) Esch, Lori (Ken) Lam, Scott Patterson, Adam (Karla) Mclnnis, and Stacey Gunn. 17 great grandchildren and 7 great great grandchildren. Predeceased by siblings Leslie Brooks, Dorothy Chivers, and Gordon Brooks, Many nieces and nephews. Jean had many fond memories: growing up Wyoming being raised by her father, working for many years at the Petrolia Gasket Factory, enjoying country living in the small hamlet of Oakdale with gardening, canning, and church life at Oakdale United, farming in Dawn Township with Charles, and retirement at Queen Victoria Place in Petrolia. Much thanks go to the Albany Retirement Village in Petrolia, Twin Lakes Village Retirement and Trillium Villa Nursing Home in Sarnia for their many years of kind and compassionate care.
Cremation has taken place. A private family Interment Service of Jean and Charles will take place at a later date at the Alvinston Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to the C.E.E. Hospital Foundation (ceehf.ca) would be appreciated by the family.
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Sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. I grew up on Aberfeldy Line around the corner from Charlie’s farm on Oakdale Rd. My parents owned the farm on the south side of Charlie’s and I always remember seeing Charlie working in the field or cutting grass, he was very proud of his farm. Eventually he and Jean bought a house in Oakdale but kept the farm meticulous. We purchased the farm from Jean and Larry and still think of Charlie and Jean and the times that we saw them at functions at Oakdale Hall.
Sorry to hear of Aunt Jean’s passing. She was a kind and lovely lady shared many memories with her and Uncle Charles at our dinners or family get to gethers
I was so very sorry to hear of the passing of this beautiful soul. I met Jean and her son Larry when she moved into Twin Lakes Village Retirement Home. Jean was such a pleasant lady a joy to have around and call my friend. Jean always had a smile and a good word for everyone. Also a good sense of Humour .
Rest Easy my friend
Lois Adams
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I meet Jean at Twin Lakes Retirement home here in Sarnia. Jean was a sweetheart. I have a lot of memories from when I worked at Twin Lakes. Jean will be very sadly missed by all that knew her. I was very lucky to be one of the Dietary Aides that served her meals to her and I enjoyed spending time with her. Until we meet again Jean. 💕💕
My thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
Jean loved to participate in the Bingo. Jean was a very sweet and very kind hearted.
I want to say my condolences to Jean’s Family.
On one of the shifts that I was working I got to meet Jean’s son and daughter when they came to have dinner with Jean.
I will always remember when Jean would always light up the room.
Jean always made friends with the other residents and always made the new ones feel welcomed
There are so many things that I could say about Jean and how special she was.
I will forever miss her. she was like family to all the staff
Rest in Sweet Sweet Peace Jean.
Sending condolences, prayers to all the family. We having many great memories of Jean over the years she was a wonderful lady, cherish your many memories over the years..Hugs
Shirley, Vicky, Janet, Jeff and Family
Many Memories will continue to be treasured/cherished and to ‘The Family’ Our deepest heartfelt condolences at This Time & May 🕊️Charles/Jean🕊️ be at an Everlasting Peace Together
You mother was an amazing woman. I’m thankful to have so many memories with her. when she was at Twin Lakes Terrace Retirement Home. i was one of Dietary Aide that served her meals to her and I enjoyed spending time with her. Until we meet again Jean. 💕💕
My thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
Our deepest sympathies to all of Aunt Jeans Family. So many memories with this special lady! Live Ron & Cheryl Saunders Family
Sending my condolences of Jean’s passing. Jean and Charlie were good friends and neighbours of my parents, Betty and Jim Leitch in Oakdale.