Mrs. Anne Jean Hardy passed away peacefully on Monday, December 11, 2006, in the Palliative Care Unit of St. Joseph's Hospital. Anne was a lifetime resident of Thunder Bay, where she enjoyed life to it's fullest. Family and friends were her greatest joy. She loved, playing bridge, meeting friends for lunches or dinners, travelling to visit loved ones and to learn about new places, studying and practising the art of Tai Chi, taking endless college and university courses well into her "golden years ", and socializing in so many other ways. Anne was a hard working, dedicated lady who was loved and respected by all who knew her. Her passing leaves an emptiness among family and friends that will be difficult to fill, but her time with us taught us about love and compassion; persistence and determination; kindness and faith. She will be sadly missed. Anne was predeceased by her first husband Russell Thrower, in 1963, her second husband Dr. Norman Hardy in 1996, her loving son Jon Thrower in 1997, her parents Donald and Miriam McKay, and several brothers and sisters. She is survived by two grandchildren, Ashlyn and Cameron Thrower, one brother, Dan MacKay, nieces June Boland, Lois Piper and their families, and several other nephews, nieces and relatives. She will hold a special place in all of our hearts forever. Anne's family would like to thank Dr. Stewart Kennedy, the staff of St. Joseph‘s, and all of her many caregivers of the last several months, for their exceptional care and kindness during her illness. As per Anne's wishes, cremation has taken place and interment will happen at a later date. A celebration of Anne's life will be held on Monday, December 18th, 2006 at 11:00am at St. Paul's United Church, 349 Waverly Street. In lieu of flowers, friends who desire may make donations to St. Joseph's Hospital Palliative Care Unit or to the charity of your choice. Rest in peace.

Source: Wednesday, December 13, 2006 Chronicle Journal - Thunder Bay, Ontario