It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lenore Marie Fraser (née Newstead), who left us peacefully on Sunday, June 8, 2025, in Hamilton, Ontario. Born on November 3, 1964, in Guelph, Ontario, Lenore was 60 years old.Lenore dedicated many years to the hospitality and retail industries. Early in her career, she gained experience at McDonald’s and Bootlegger in Guelph, and later at Hewitts Dairy Bar in Hagersville. Since 1997, she worked as a dedicated manager for Kelseys Restaurants, serving both the Hamilton and Burlington locations. Beyond her professional life, Lenore was an avid reader, always eager to delve into a new story. She also found great enjoyment in curling, learning the sport and cherishing the many friends she made at the Haldimand Curling Club. Demonstrating her commitment to her community, Lenore also volunteered her time with the Hagersville Figure Skating Club, proudly serving as its club president. In her later years, while bravely navigating the challenges of Alzheimer’s, she found joy in listening and dancing to the music of Elvis. She was a proud Canadian and always embraced the opportunity to sing our national anthem. These passions brought comfort and light to her journey, and she was blessed to have many of her close friends visit her bedside, offering comfort and support. Lenore is survived by her partner Kevin Proctor and his extended family; her mother, Marie Newstead; her daughter, Lacie Hampson (Ryan Hampson); her grandchildren, Ruby and Pearl; her step-children, Sarah and Matthew; her sister, Lynne (Doug); and her step grand kids Hayden, Ava, Emma and Catherine. She was predeceased by her father, Jim Newstead.
Funeral and Visitation Details
Family and friends will be received at Hyde & Mott Chapel, 60 Main St. S, Hagersville, on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. and on Thursday, June 12 from 10 to 11 a.m. A Celebration of Lenore’s Life will follow at 11 a.m. in the chapel. www.rhbanderson.com
Donations
In lieu of flowers, donations in Lenore’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society Foundation of Brant, Haldimand, Norfolk, Hamilton & Halton.
