Helen Elizabeth Putherbough passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at North Lambton Lodge in Forest on July 31, 2022.
Liz was born in London, Ontario on July 22, 1940. Predeceased by mother Helen Eby (Ashman) Fielding and father Spencer Franklin Fielding.
Liz taught for 31years at St Mary’s DCVI. In this role she touched and influenced many lives. She will be remember fondly by her students. She was also an avid gardener (lifetime member of the Grand Bend Horticultural Society and Trillium Award Winner), artist, florist and cake decorator.
She is survived by loving husband Robert Putherbough, her children Stephanie Walsh (Graham), Stephen (Sandy), adored grandchildren Emily, Julia, Amanda, Allison, Brittany and Cole and great grandchildren Blair, Nolan and Riley, Brother-in-law William Putherbough and many nieces and nephews. Liz was preceded in death by her sister Eunice McConnell (Ross), and sister-in-Law Carole Putherbough.
Cremation has taken place. A private family interment will be held at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London and a celebration of Liz’s life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers donations to Alzheimer Society of Huron County would be appreciated.
Special thanks to the wonderful care from the staff at North Lambton Lodge.
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Bob and Louise Manfreda says
Dear Bob and Family, So sorry to learn of Liz’s passing. We have so many fond memories of spending time at Coastal Towers. Liz was a gracious and special lady.
Paul Droog says
My deepest condolences to the entire Putherbough family on the passing of Elizabeth. I am deeply grateful for her sharing of teaching gifts during my time at St. Marys DCVI, and her influence was felt long beyond graduation. She will remain in my fond thoughts and memories.
Dace Smits says
I was saddened to read about the death of Mrs Putherbough. Although I was never in any of her classes, I did get to know and trust her as a guidance counsellor, her encouragement and kindness meant a great deal to me. She never failed to greet me in the halls, often stopping to chat, but even just a smile from her would lift my day. Always elegant and chic, she cut a striking figure—her sense of style was flawless.
I respected and admired her very much and can only imagine how deeply her loss is felt by everyone who was close to her.
My sincerest condolences to the Putherbough family.
Cliffe Jewlal says
My sincere condolences to the Putherbough family on the passing of their beloved
Liz. May the memories of all the good time you enjoyed with her linger in your minds always and give you strength & comfort to carry on.
I knew Liz as a teacher in St.Marys DCVI and found her very supportive in my early years in dealing with staff & students.
She will be dearly missed.
Marita and Mark Smith says
Dear Bob and family, So sad to hear that Liz is gone. We have fond memories of our time spent together in Florida…stimulating conversations with great food and drink, fun mahjong, cards and bingo, wonderful company! Those are the things we’ll remember about Liz. Our sincerest condolences to all of Liz’s family. Marita and Mark Smith
Maggie Jorna says
Bob and Family,
So sorry to hear about Liz’s passing. It was my pleasure and privilege to have worked with her for many years.
Paul and Sue Robinson says
Dear Mrs. P’s Family. I fondly remember Liz as a great teacher and confidant during my time at St. Marys DCVI 1964-1969. My sincerest condolences and our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Susan (McCauley) Robinson.
Rachel Mahaffy says
To Bob, Stephanie, Stephen, and all of Mrs. Putherbough’s family,
Sad to hear of Mrs. P’s passing. She was a special teacher, guide, advocate and friend to many of us who were fortunate to attend St. Marys DCVI. Her kindness, smile, wit, and fantastic sense of style are not forgotten. Sending my condolences to all of you.
Rachel Mahaffy
Don and Elvy Urbshott says
Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us everyday,
Unseen, unheard, but very near,
Still Missed, still Loved and very dear.
Jim McVicar says
Bob and Family
My sincere condolences on the passing of Liz.
Although it is a difficult time now, your memories with Liz will keep you strong in the future.
Klaus Vockentanz says
Dear Bob,
My thoughts and prayers for peace and strength are being sent to you and your family. May all those wonderful memories you have of Liz sustain you during these difficult times and bring a smile to your face. I know she will now be watching over you!
Your friends,
Klaus and Helga
Ann Robertson says
Dear Bob and Family, Steve and I are so sad to hear of the passing of your sweet Liz! I have so many wonderful memories of Liz particularly during our years together in HCP Guild! Quickly coming to mind were “Dinners for Eight” at both your lovely home and others! Liz was a beautiful, elegant lady, a wonderful friend to many and an extremely talented florist ! She will be missed by many. Please know that our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family!
Laurie Kay says
I was one of Liz’s students at St Marys. She was without question my favourite teacher, and I was delighted to have her more than once. She was a positive and caring teacher who never “spoke down” to her students, but treated us all with respect. She brought humour to the classroom, and had a genuine curiosity about people, and life in general. I was happy that our paths crossed several times since I knew her as a teacher; at Western, at Paint Ontario (she was an excellent artist herself) and because we both inhabited the Lake Huron shoreline. Liz was a rare gem; I am saddened to hear of her passing. My condolences to her family.
Joanne Andrews says
Liz was a very talented lady in everything that she did and was admired by everyone who knew her. I have many fond memories of the times I spent with her and Bob. “The Group” dinner parties were so much fun. My sincere condolences to Bob and family. With love, Joanne
Mark and Barbara Pickett says
Sending our sincere condolences to Bob, and Bill, and their families on the loss of Liz. We know that you will be thinking of her with every sunset, and treasuring those memories.
Doug and Debbie Procter says
Bob and Family
Our sincere condolences to all of you. Liz was a wonderful, friendly woman. She will be missed.
Sherry and Bob Campbell says
Our deepest sympathies to the family. Aunt Liz was a wonderful, talented and unique woman who is dearly missed.
Don and Pam Giles says
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Liz.
Liz enjoyed working with young people. She supported the staff of St. Mary’s DCVI as well as became president of the Perth Branch of OSSTF.
An amazing woman!
Jane webber says
Bob and family
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved Liz.
May memories stay in your heart and help heal your loss.
You remain in our thoughts
Len and Jane
Jane webber says
Bob and family
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved Liz.
May memories stay in your heart and help heal your loss.
You remain in our thoughts
Len and Jane
Janette Baillie says
Sincere condolences to all of Liz’s family. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Glen and Janette Baillie
Les & Gail Harrison says
To Bob, Stephanie, Stephen, and all the family: Gail and I were saddened to hear of Liz’s death and we send our heart-felt condolences. She did indeed touch many lives— of students, and also staff, in the 30+ years that we knew her at St Marys DCVI. She had a determination to get things done and always with good humour. I remember lots of laughter. She had an appreciation of beauty in the world and had talent at creating it herself through her special interests. We wish you the warmest of memories.
Les and Gail Harrison