ALLAMBY, Patricia 'Terry'

Terry Allamby, age 85, passed away on Friday, December 2nd, 2022, at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie, Ontario. She was born in Guyana and then moved to Barbados as a child and completed her schooling there. She met her husband David, in Barbados and they emigrated to Canada in 1956 to start their life together. Over the years Terry and Dave lived in Toronto, Windsor, Oakville, retiring in the Kawartha Lakes, and finally settling in the community of Briar Hill in Alliston, Ontario. During her time in Alliston Terry became quite involved in Matthews House Hospice, as a Volunteer, Fundraiser, Board member, as well as overseeing their gardens. Eventually she moved to Barrie to continue her next chapter, where she volunteered in the Palliative care unit at RVH for eight years. Terry loved to entertain, and her dining room table was always set for company by the season of the year. She was best known for two fish delicacies – salt fish cakes and fresh pickerel. The meals shared at Terry’s table have created so many happy memories. Terry was a talented gardener and could turn a simple yard into an oasis, even winning multiple awards for her lovely gardens. She loved to travel, especially cruising, and often expressed her gratitude at being able to travel and experience the food, culture, and beauty of other countries. Terry will be missed by her friends and family including her three children, Michelle, Dave, and Liz as well as her much-loved grandchildren, Niki, Chris, Quinn, Griff, Jack, Ryan, and Eric. The family would like to thank the staff at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, Hospice Simcoe, Matthews House, as well as the doctors, including Dr. Alex Dickson for their support and care extended to Terry. Their compassion and kindness have made this challenging time easier to bear. A special thank you to Peaceful Transition and Hospice for the kindness and respect you showed during her final procession, it was lovely. A Celebration of Life will be held in early summer 2023. If desired, donations in Terry’s memory may be made to Hospice Simcoe, or Matthew’s House. Online memories and condolences may be made at www.peacefultransition.ca