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- (Research):Chronicle Herald, Halifax, Jul 2012
DENSMORE (Hares), Verona E. (R. N.) ? April 28, 1929 - June 30, 2012, suddenly at home in Arnprior on June 30 at the age of 83. Daughter of the late Rev. Charles and Lily (Dolly) Hares. Predeceased by beloved husband and friend, John and by brother, Gordon.
Verona attended and graduated from Edgehill School for Girls in Windsor, NS, Yarmouth School of Nursing, Yarmouth, McGill University, Montreal, Que. Verona worked tirelessly for the VON in Hudson, Que. and surrounding areas as well as nursing at the Veterans Hospital in Ste. Anne de Bellevue, Que., before moving to Arnprior in the late 70s where she was the Director of Care at the Grove Nursing Home in Arnprior, Ont. for 16 years. She and the family spent many wonderful summers in Green Bay and formed lifetime friendships and memories that still endure. She was a dedicated volunteer for Emmanuel Anglican Church in Arnprior as well as the Opportunity Shop in Arnprior. Loving mother, best friend and mentor to Rhys (Sylvia), Lesley (Bruce), Thompson (Barbara), and Diane (Brian). Much cherished and beloved grandmother to Erin, Tucker, Brynn, Colin and Jen (Eric). Great-grandmother to Gabrielle. Visitation at The Boyce Funeral Home Chapel, Visitation and Reception Centre, 138 Daniel St. N. Arn-prior from 2-4 p.m. only on Saturday July 7. Interment in Nova Scotia at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Partners in Caring or Mammography Unit of the Arnprior Hospital greatly appreciated.
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