Elizabeth Jean Defoe Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Elizabeth Jean Defoe of Niagara Falls, Ontario, who passed away on January 6, 2026, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Elizabeth Jean Defoe to show support.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her husband Patrick Defoe; her children, Suzanne Defoe and Ryan Defoe (Holly); her grandchildren, Patrick (Gloria), Chase and Shaelyn; her siblings, Mary-Anne Shanahan and Irene Schofield (David); and her siblings' children, Thomas (Cindy) and Jessica. She was also cherished by two sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law, and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Thursday, January 8th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Patterson Funeral Home (6026 Main St, Niagara Falls, ON L2G5Z9). A funeral service was held on Friday, January 9th 2026 at 1:30 PM at the same location.
As an expression of sympathy, those who wish may make a memorial donation to The Rick Rose Music Foundation who's goal is to support music students in Niagara with access to music lessons and equipment.
