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Alfreda Templeton (nee MacLachlan), of Hanover, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at Hanover and District Hospital on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, just a few days after her 90th birthday.
Born on November 2, 1935 in Priceville, Ontario to the late Angus and Mary (nee Black) MacLachlan. Many will remember Alfreda as a Teller at the Bank of Montreal in Hanover for many years as well as a devoted member of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church.
Survived by son Robert (Anita) Templeton of Oshawa. Loved grandmother of Michael, Amanda and Derek. Fondly remembered by her sister Catherine Breen and sister in law June MacLachlan as well as many nieces, nephews and their families. She will be missed by her lifelong friends Therese and Lorne Litt of Hanover. Predeceased by her beloved husband Don and brothers Allan MacLachlan, Angus (Donna) MacLachlan, sister Marybelle (Ken) Meads, sister Marie (Grant) Stickney, and brother in law Jack Breen.
To honour her wishes, a Private Graveside Service will be held on Friday, at Hanover Cemetery. A casual come and go celebration will be held on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at the Royal Canadian Legion, Hanover from 1-3pm.
Memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca
So sorry for loss. Alfreda was such a kind and gentle soul. We did some work for her and met her many times in the building. It was a pleasure to see her.
- Maureen AndersonDear Rob, Anita, Derek, Amanda and Michael,
We would like to express our deepest sympathy at the news of Freda's passing. We will cherish lifelong fond memories of her. She was extremely proud of her family and you live on and celebrate her memory. We will miss her but never forget her. Rest in peace dear Aunt Freda, you reside eternally in our hearts.
Michael and Wendy Harmer
Dear Rob, Anita, Derek, Amanda and Michael. Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your Mom/Mother-in-Law/Grandmother. We will remember her as a very dear and treasured Aunt who over the years became a great example for many of us. Very proud that she was our Aunt.
Yes, she could tell the best stories, engage in spirited conversation, make you laugh and cook, and bake up a storm but she also knew that when she was in a hard place how to handle it with determination, grace and dignity. It was an honour to speak with her before her passing. Freda will truly be missed by so many but will live on in our hearts and memories. Rest in peace Aunt Freda.
Barbara Harmer and Paul Donoghue
How wonderful that Aunt Freda was able to pass on her own terms. She was such a fun person! She loved to laugh, and was always up for a good story, either telling her own or listening and giggling to someone else's. Aunt Freda, you will be missed. Rob and Anita, you and your family are in my heart, along with the many cherished memories of your mom.
- Sharon MacLachlanMy condolences to Alfreda's family. I met her through her participation in the annual senior games events. I enjoyed crossing paths with her when we would meet in the community. Her friendly and smiling personality will be remembered.
- Sherri WaldenMy condolences to the Family you are in my thoughts and prayers. Alfreda will be missed by so many who knew her well. I enjoyed her company as I grew up beside her being she was my neighbor from my childhood out at Marl Lake and I still caught up with her while out walking when she had moved into town. She always had a warm smile and great conversationalist. She loved to chat with me and was wonderful to be around! God Bless...
- Sharon HermanAlfreda is in our earliest and fondest memories. A great nieghbour and a cherished friend of the family.
Our deepest sympathies,
The Heaney's
I cherish the memory and my friendship with Alfreda. Having talked on the telephone with Alfreda when she was in the Hanover and District Hospital, I know Alfreda was suffering. Thankfully Alfreda is no longer in pain.
Alfreda was a devoted member of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church and I fondly remember when Alfreda and Inez McLean would help at the church's rummage sale.
Rest in peace, dear Alfreda, I know you will be deeply missed by your son, grandchildren and sisters. It was a privilege to know you.
Sincerely and sent with love,
Diana
Aunt Freda was a kind, sweet soul and had the most wonderful smile. I shall miss our chats-I was always reassured when I heard her greeting of “ Well hello there” and thus our conversations would flow catching up on world affairs and all other news.
She loved a game of euchre"a great opponent and super partner.
I together with all family send my sincere sympathy to Rob, Anita, Michael, Amanda and Derek- may your many special memories live on in your hearts forever, as mine will also,
Rest in peace Aunt Freda.
Love
Diane and family
Rest in Peace my friend
- Marlene LipskieDeepest and heartfelt condolences Rob, Anita, and family. Aunt Alfreda was a loving, courageous gentle lady. May you feel much love and support from family and friends during this difficult time. In our hearts, in our thoughts. John, Arlene and family.
- Arlene DeBruinA heartfelt goodbye to a truly beautiful lady. Condolences to Rob, Anita and family.
With love Carol Dobbie
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and I am thinking about you Catherine
Darlene Hastie
You couldn't find a nicer person than Aunt Alfreda. We are so happy to have had the opportunity to speak with her just prior to her passing.
Please accept our sincerest condolences. Our thoughts are with Rob, Anita and their children today and in the coming months.
Love from Gary and Chris
My sincere sympathy to you Robert and all your family and to Theresa and Lorne as well. Your Mom and Dad were such fine people. Bryan Schenk
- Bryan SchenkSo sorry to hear this. Alfreda was a lovely lady. Many memories from swing bowling with her. She will be missed.
- Cathy Tuttle
