MAVIS ELIZABETH COUTTS ((nee) JOHNSTON)

Condolences & Memories (9 entries)

• I met Mavis and Gord through my mom, Elinore, (passed) and the Winnipeg Wandering Wheels Trailer Club. They were a wonderful couple. I still have some favourite recipes and a few photos. Marvis always had a pup, always had a joke and food to share, and always willing to lend a hand. She will be missed and remembered fondly. We had get times together. Lesley Aremu and Richard Smith - Posted by: Lesley Aremu (friend) on: Aug 01, 2022

• Extending my heartfelt sympathy on Mavis' passing. I met Mavis more than 20 years ago as a volunteer with the Cancer Society's April door to door campaign. A dear soul I always enjoyed our annual visits at her family home. Sorry for your loss. 'If there every comes a day when we can't be together, keep me in your heart, I'll stay there forever.' Winnie the Pooh Lynda Ruban Canadian Cancer Society (retired) - Posted by: Lynda Ruban (Canadian Cancer Society (retired)) on: Jul 25, 2022

• My deepest condolences to Mavis's family and friends. Mavis felt like part of our family. When our children were young and Carol was back to work, Mavis was there to meet Megan and David after school. She put a sparkle in our lives. She was an inspiration. Thank you, Mavis, for sharing a life well-lived with me and my family. - Posted by: Paul Barritt-Flatt (family ) on: Jul 24, 2022

• It is with great sadness that I digest the news of Mavis’ passing, but with great joy that I remember her. Mavis took care of me when I was a boy in Winnipeg, regularly spending afternoons with me at our home in Fort Garry. She read with me, played games, trivia questions, taught me how to tell time, made my favorite Ritz crackers and Imperial cheese, and made sure I was able to get to gymnastics and soccer practices. Mavis was up front, energetic, and always very caring about all of our family. I still remember the awkwardness of when she’d ask me how my “love life” was going growing up :)! In later years, she was always interested in how things were going, and I was delighted - on the eve of marrying my wife - to let her know I had finally found the one. She seemed very happy to hear it, and it was important for me to share it with her as someone dear to me. Love you and miss you Mavis! - Posted by: David Barritt-Flatt (Family Friend) on: Jul 24, 2022

• Mavis loved our children in so many ways - She protected them with all of her powerful being. I remember Mavis on the street beside our house flagging down anyone who was careless enough to speed past those she loved. She and Gord were a great gift to our lives. It was a privilege and joy to know Mavis and to experience her humanity and strength. Rest In Peace Mavis. You deserve the very best. - Posted by: Bill Martin (Friend) on: Jul 24, 2022

• Macaroni and cheese Wednesdays, her voice ringing through the neighbourhood calling Brenda and Mike to dinner or time to come in when the street lights came on, reports of all the goings on with all the neighbours, happy hours with mom, so many memories. I even remember Mavis taking all of us to watch the taping of a tv game show (seatbelts a non issue at the time). One of the last happy hours at mom's I asked her about how she met Mr C., since I realized I had never heard the story, and we sure took a trip down memory lane. Mavis will be missed. - Posted by: Cindy Wright (Family friend) on: Jul 23, 2022

• I will always remember the first time my husband answered the phone and on the other end was Aunt Mavis and she instead of saying hello she responded by saying "Looking Good". It became a common response when we saw her number pop up on our screen. After my Dad passed away she called me often just to check in with me and we had many great conversations. I am so glad a few years ago I spent Thanksgiving weekend visiting and reminising about her life with my Mom growing up in Meaford. May her memory be for a blessing. Love Kathy and Mike - Posted by: Kathryn Moore (Niece, God Daughter) on: Jul 23, 2022

• I remember always feeling safe with Mavis. She welcomed us into her family. I don't remember how many years she made me pancakes for lunch, but I am sure it was many. It took me years to figure out our Santa phone calls were from Gordon! Mavis was lovely and loving and we were so very fortunate to have her as a part of our family for so many years. My sincere condolences to all the Coutts. Love always, Sarah - Posted by: Sarah Martin (Family friend) on: Jul 23, 2022

• My condolences to Mavis’s family, I will be thinking of you all on August 9,2022 I haven’t seen Mavis for quite a long time, I remember them coming to Ontario to see her brother and myself and go camping, we had a great time. Please remember all the good times and thanks Brenda for the information. Love you all Aunt Lynda - Posted by: Lynda Johnston (Sister in law ) on: Jul 23, 2022