Obituary of Mary Louise Dobbelsteyn

The death of Mary Louise "Lulu" Dobbelsteyn of Saint John, beloved wife of Henry "Hank" Dobbelsteyn occurred peacefully on Sunday, October 20, 2013, at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born in Saint John on July 7, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Mary (Simon) Shannon. Prior to her retirement, Lulu was employed as a cosmetician with Shopper’s Drug Mart. She was an excellent cook and an avid Corrie fan. Most of all, Lulu enjoyed and treasured the times she spent with her family. She will always be lovingly remembered as a devoted and caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Besides her husband, Hank, Lulu is also survived by her children, Peter Dobbelsteyn (Kathleen) of Toronto, Mary Bard (Luc) and Beth Mazerolle all of Saint John; sisters, Colleen Crilley (Frank), Laureen Joyce and Marta Shannon (Ian Barton) all of Saint John; grandchildren, Katherine, Samantha, Franca and Nella; great-grandchildren, Olivia and Jacob; as well as several nieces and nephews. Lulu was predeceased by her brother, David Shannon; sister-in-law, Fran Shannon and brother-in-law, Richard Joyce. Lulu’s family would like to express a heartfelt thank you to the entire staff of Rocmaura Nursing Home for the excellent care that was always provided to her. The concern and support shown towards Lulu and her family will never be forgotten. To the staff of 4CN and Palliative Care, your kindness and care will always be remembered. Also, a special thank you to Dr. Chris O’Brien for his assistance and guidance. Resting at Brenan's Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424), with visiting on Monday, October 21, and Tuesday, October 22, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 91 Waterloo Street, on Wednesday, October 23, 2013, at 12:10 PM. Interment will take place at St. Joseph’s Cemetery. For those who wish, remembrances made to the Alzheimer Society or Parkinson Society would be appreciated by the family.