Shortill, Viola Mary (nee Spear); The family of Viola Shortill sadly announces her passing at Groves Memorial Hospital, Fergus, on Wednesday September 3, 2014, in her 94th year. Viola Mary Spear, wife of the late Harry Shortill (1970) for 23 years. Loving mother of Donna Metcalfe of Fergus, Morley and Deborah Shortill of Hillsburgh, Bonnie Shortill and Gary Murr of Fergus, Arlene and Kirk Wannop of Cambridge and Penny Reid of Fergus. Loving Nana of 15 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren with one on the way. Predeceased by siblings Bessie Preece, Fred Spear, Sidney Spear, Lila Somerville and baby brother Roy. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbours and most everyone she met. Viola was a big part of community life in Ballinafad as owner of the Ballinafad General Store and devoted member of the Ballinafad United Church. She said she had 3 careers. After Harry’s death she raised the family and ran the store, worked for her daughter in the jewellery business and babysat the grand kids. The family received friends at the Ballinafad United Church, Friday September 5 from 1 to 3 and 7 to 9 p.m. with one hour before the service. The celebration of her life was in the church at 11 a.m. Saturday September 6, 2014, Reception followed. In memory of Viola, remembrances may be made to the Ballinafad United Church or the Canadian Red Cross.
