Dorothy passed away peacefully at Bobier Villa on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at the age of 84.
Beloved wife of the late William Donald Brintnell (2022) for 61 years. Loving mother of Kim Brintnell, Darlene and Allan Gaudet, and Jo-Ann Foulon and Tony Van Hout. Proud grandma of Andrew (Trista); Tami (Ryan), Nicole (Jeff); Christopher (Ashley), Jenna (Mark), Nicholas (Karley), Kyle (Julie), and Brennan. Adored great-grandma of Brayden, Corbin, Lincoln, Connor, Cameron, Paityn, Charleigh, Alex, Avery, Macie, Joelle, Keagan, Jackson, and Gabriel. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Eleanor and Cy Blommaert, Lester and Dianne Heywood, Joan and Dave Goddard, and Marie and Bob Sockett. Predeceased by her parents Eldon and Alva (Elloitt) Heywood, brother Bill Heywood and brothers-in-law Ed Brintnell and Fred Brintnell.
Dorothy started her career as a bank teller with Bank of Montreal in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1968. Through her 38 years of dedication to the bank she attained several advancements moving up the ranks from Teller to Assist Manager, to Manager, and finished off her career as a District Manager, overseeing 17 branches. Dorothy was well respected by her peers, customers and the community in general.
A private family funeral service will be held. Interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to the Alzheimer Society Huron Perth would be appreciated by the family. Condolences may be forwarded through www.haskettfh.com.
