Penelope Dalrymple-Alford Obituary
We bid farewell to Penelope Dalrymple-Alford (Peterborough, Ontario), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 6, 2025 at the age of 89. Penelope touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Penelope Dalrymple-Alford to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Eleanor Pether and Fred Pether; and her brother Christopher Pether (Christina). She is survived by: her husband Ernest Charles Dalrymple-Alford; her children, Susan Dalrymple-Fraser (John) and Jonathan Dalrymple-Alford; her friend Jan Howard; her great grandchildren, Jeremy, Jaylynn (Steven), Alex, Nic, Trevor, Cea, Peter, Matt, Kate, Gin and Elora; her child Jonno Heather; her grandchildren, Tom (Becky) and Ruth; her great grandchildren, Ollie, Ruby and Matilda; and also Noah.
A celebration of life was held on Saturday, April 26th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Ashburnham Funeral Home (840 Armour Rd, Peterborough, ON K9H2A2). There, she built a second family with the staff who looked after her day in and day out, through all the ups and downs, including the covid pandemic and lockdowns.
In lieu of flowers please kindly consider donating on her behalf to St. Joseph's at Fleming, PRHC, or another charity close to your heart.