Alma Louise Barclay November 25, 1963 ~ January 2, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dearly loved mother Alma Louise Barclay on Thursday January 2, 2025 in her 62nd year at St. Josephs Healthcare, Hamilton.
Alma is survived by brother James Barclay (Diane) and by her sister Lynda. Much loved mother of James Richard (Ashley) and William Richard. Cherished Nana to her grandchildren Caitlyn and Rodney Richard. Sadly missed by her nieces, nephews and friends whom Alma would have considered family. Predeceased by her parents James and Doraine Barclay.
Alma was very crafty and artistic. She hosted painting classes at her home for many years. Most people will remember her as the “Boss” Lady from Avondale on Cedar Street or from her past employment at Dunnville Sobeys. Alma also volunteered for many years with the Dunnville Minor Hockey Association.
We would like to thank all the staff at St. Josephs for always keeping her as comfortable as possible. Friends and family will be invited to a Celebration of Life once a date has been confirmed. Online condolences jwhartfuneralhome.com
So sorry for your loss ♥️♥️
She was always so kind to my girls and I whenever we were in the Cedar Street store.
Rest in paradise
so sorry for the family’s loss, Elmo was a wonderful person
My Condolences , to Willie and Jim , and all the Family . I am sad to hear this , Alma was a great friend to many . God Bless
Just want to say so sorry for your Loss Jim and Will ,your Mom was a well respected Lady enjoy being with her during Minor Hockey Days with Our Son Matthew and at Cerder corner store OUR thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time again So Sorry for you Loss ,May God be with you for Strength and Wisdom at this Time Keith and Chery Stephens .
My sincere condolences to you all. Alma was such a sweet soul and always so kind and caring. Coached her son in hockey years ago . She was a great Mom to those boys. I’ll miss sent her at the store . Praying for you all.
My deepest condolences to her sons and family the Avondale on cedar street won’t ever be the same without seeing her smiley face, my young children loved going in their too see her she always said I had to bring them more often, she was and is such an amazing person rest in sweet paradise, too her family and friends I’m deeply sorry and praying for you all ❤️
My deepest condolences to her family and friends the Avondale on cedar street won’t ever be the same I loved bringing my young children there who she just adored and always told me I needed to bring them out and about more and more, rest in sweet paradise ❤️ I’m praying for strength for her family and friends ❤️
My deepest condolences to all the family. Alma always had a smile on her face and time for a little chat when I came into Avondale. She will be sorely missed by her boys and grandchildren and anyone who came to know her. Rest in Peace Alma.
I first met Alma at sobeys late at night after work on evenings. We had funny conversations and laughed alot. Then over at the convenience store the talks continued. She remembered who I was from sobeys as a customer. I will miss her smile everytime I go to the store. Rest in peace sweet Alma
Condolences to her family .she was so wonderful when my daughter Bobbi died going on 7 months ago on 18th. I’m in shock loved talking to her so friendly. I can hardly believe it. Never knew she was sick. Such a wonderful person .RIP. Betty yager.
To Alma’s sons and family..
We are so saddened to hear of the loss of your Mom and Nanna. She will always be thought of as being so beautiful and kind. I’ll really miss hearing her friendly welcome as I entered her store and having a quick little chat.
Our deepest condolences,
Dave and Terri
We are so sorry to hear of this amazing womans passing! We are thinking of the family at this time and sending our condolences! She was such a beautiful woman inside and out and will be missed by so many!
💕Alma was simply the best💕
Our condolences to Almas family. We had the pleasure of working with her for many years at Sobeys (never a dull moment). Our conversations continued as customers of Avondale. Alma will truly be missed by so many
Our sincere condolences to the whole family Jim
I’m so sorry for your loss Alma was an amazing woman. I was blessed to have known your Mom and to be with her in minor hockey. If there’s anything you both need please feel free to reach out.
Our condolences to Jim, Will and family. We will truly miss her smile and friendly words. She will always be with you in your hearts.
Deepest condolences to Willy and Jimmy and your families ❤️
Alma was always a friendly face over the many years at Minor Hockey and always had a smile at the Avondale store …. Her and I had many chats and giggles over the years ….. She will be missed greatly ! Cherish all your memories and talk of her often 🙏 😢
We are so sorry to hear of Alma’s passing. She was an amazing lady who loved her family above all else. Keeping everyone in our thoughts & prayers.
Jimmy and Willie I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Alma was a friend to all and a great friend to those she cared about. I will remember the good times we had as neighbours! She will be missed. 💕
To Jim and William. My condolences to you guys and the family. Alma was an amazing individual. All the crazy hockey moments that your mother and mine went through. She was a woman with strength! Cherish all the moments she gave and given to all she met. Rest in peace Alma xo
My deepest sympathy for the loss of such a lovely lady.
Condolences to all her family and friends.
So truly sorry Jimmy,Willy and family. Alma was the sweetest lady. Caring mother, fantastic Grandma and a very respected person. We will miss you terribly Alma. Fly high and Rest easy my friend💔😔
My deepest condolences to Alma’s Family.She was a kind person and always so friendly.She will. be terribly missed by many..
So sorry to hear about your sister Jim. She was a beautiful person, we went to high school together. Very sad to hear. Thinking of you and your family
So sorry for your family’s loss are prayers are with you
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom Jimmie and Will. She was a lovely person respected by many in the community. She always had a smile and something nice to say to whoever she met.
Our sincere condolences to the Barclay family for the loss of your mom & sister.
Rest in peace Alma 🌈🙏🎨
Your cousin,
Mike Vella.
I was shocked to hear of Alma’s passing my heart goes out to Willy, Jim and family. I had the highest respect for your Mom she was always a kind and thoughtful person. I will dearly miss her.
We are at a loss for words, your mother was not only a great neighbour but a lovely woman to chat with when we did. Her presence will be greatly missed in our community, if you need anything you know where to find us❤️ sending much love
i’m going to miss her so much we would chat at the avondale for hours with me always cheered me up she loved my grandchildren and kids and always give me stuff for my grandchildren rest in peace sweet angel sending love to the family ❤️❤️❤️
My deepest condolences to the Alma’s Family
Our deepest Condolences to Jimmie, Willy and the family in your loss. Alma was always happy and was a great volunteer with Dunnville Minor Hockey. She was a good person, mother and provider for her family. Keep her memories in your hearts forever.
Randy and Pat Smith
My deepest condolences to Jimmie,Will and family in your loss. Alma was an amazing woman. Always caring, laughing and loving her boys and grandbabies. I will miss her. RIP Alma
Deepest condolences to William and Jim and your family on the loss of Alma. She was a wonderful and understanding woman who would always strike up a conversation within Avondale no matter how busy she was. Only knowing Alma for 5 years I felt comfortable sharing my story of how I ended up in a wheelchair. I was know as the lady in a pink wheelchair to Alma and she was known to all as the Avondale lady. A terrible loss not just to the family but also the Avondale family who knew her. Rest in peaceful sleep. You will be missed Alma
I’m so very sorry… She was the sweetest person I knew… She will be missed dearly… it’s a sad day…😞
My heart goes out to all her family and friends…💔
I first met Alma when she was working nights at Sobey’s back in the early 2000’s, then would see her at Cedar St Avondale. She always greeted you with a smile and a kind word. She will be missed by all who knew her, RIP Alma
So sorry for your loss she was a kind beautiful woman
My condolences to the family and friends of Alma’s. She was funny, talented in her craft, she taught me how to paint. You will be missed dearly, RIP my friend ❤️
We are so sorry to hear of Alma’s passing. She was such a kind and happy person. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
Carole and Dennis Weyers
Sincere condolences to the entire Barkley clan.
Cousin,
Ron Vella.
Deepest condolences to Alma’s family and to Jim and Lynda. Cousin George and Susan Vella
Willie and Jimmy. I am so sorry for the passing of your mother. Alma was always kind and very friendly. She was so excited when she became a Nana. Treasure the memories. Rest in peace Alma.
Alma always had a smile and good conversation to offer. I appreciated her sense of humour. May she rest in peace.
So sorry to hear of Alma’s illness and passing. Condolences to her entire family. May Alma be at peace and free of pain💕
so sorry to hear , she will be missed for her smile and interest in my family , may the family find peace in her memory
Sorry for your loss.
Such a sweet lady.
So sorry for your loss Jimmy and Willy
Your mom was a beautiful woman.
Fly high with the angels Aunt Alma ♥ 🙏
so sorry boys and your families Always enjoyed our chats with Alma at Avondale She wii be missed
Alma was always very kind and friendly at Avondale. So very sorry for your loss.💔
Alma you will be missed.
What a wonderful person.
Our thoughts and prayers go to Alma’s family for your loss. I looked forward each week to go into Avondale to get our lottery tickets. Alma was always friendly and up for a chat. She was from Stoney Creek as we’re my husband and I and we knew some of the same people. She will be missed.
Boys and family yes we made such fun laughs very much had and memories . Just cause I never seen her often doesn’t mean she wasn’t far away in thoughts.love u guys
Alma had a very kind heart. The boys have a mother to be proud of. RIP Alma.