Moira Audrey Patricia (Strong) Somer

SOMER, Moira Audrey Patricia (1932-2022)

Moira Somer died peacefully, with family by her side, on Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at Eastholme, Powassan. She was 89 years old. Moira was predeceased by her husband Tiitus “Tye” Somer and her parents Veronica (Loy) and Cecil Strong. She is survived by three daughters: Linda (Bill Harman) of Powassan, Karena (Keith Tudor) of Kitchener and Susan (Paul Beach) of Michigan; and three sons: Mark Somer (Donna) of British Columbia, Kevin Somer (Marion) of Smooth Rock Falls and Tyler Somer (Evy) of Kitchener. Known as Grammo and Nan, she will be lovingly remembered by ten grandchildren: James and Michael Harman, Tashi, Erica and Dayne Somer, Samira, Abigail (Richard), Lindsay, Brandon and Amelia Somer; and precious great-granddaughter Hailey Lynn. Moira was the dear sister of Diarmuid and Leo Strong of British Columbia and was predeceased by her siblings Patrick Strong, Deirdre Doherty and Kathy Gray. Moira is also survived by her brothers-in-law George Gray and Tom Dreyer and her very special friend, sister-in-law Anne Dreyer. She will be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews and many more cherished relatives and friends in Canada, Ireland, Estonia, Scotland, Australia, England, South Africa and United States. Moira loved summertime, enjoying gardening and sitting in the gazebo to watch nature in all its beauty with deer, raccoons, squirrels, creatures of all kinds and her precious birds. She also enjoyed crocheting, reading, writing stories and poetry, and listening to music. She could play piano, strum guitar and blow on the recorder without much success, but with great enjoyment. She was fond of animals and had cats, dogs, birds and fish as pets over the years. Her pet cat Rowdy remains a much loved member of her family and will be cared for by Linda and her family. Moira was a member of St. Joseph Parish, Catholic Women’s League, Powassan and she had a strong spiritual faith with God through prayer with Jesus Christ. In lieu of flowers, gifts to St. Joseph’s CWL, Powassan or to All Heart Pet Rescue, Powassan or Eastholme Residents Fund are appreciated. The Somer family express their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Eastholme in Powassan, who made Moira’s last years comfortable and filled with love. Cremation has taken place. A private graveside service will be held in spring. To leave a tribute or message of condolence for the family, please visit paulfuneralhome.ca or call 705-724-2024.