Molly (Patricia) Seon, 65, died at home in Manotick in the embrace of those she loved. Diagnosed in February with pancreatic cancer, Molly chose to spend her remaining time doing what she loved most— time at the cottage, visiting with friends, quilting, gardening, watching her favourite programmes and reading. This end-of-life path was walked with dignity, love and a serenity which was shaped by the words which informed her spirit— grace, surrender and peace.
Always Pat to her family, she was the youngest child of the late Eric (d2011) and Dorothy (d2015) Seon of Leaside, Toronto. There she attended both public and high school and began her career. She was proud to have worked in the test kitchen of Canadian Living Magazine as well as in marketing.
She was a feminist who embraced her skills as a homemaker, explored her creative talent in painting, writing and quilting. Her design sense was reflected in the homes she renovated and decorated, always creating a serene and caring retreat.
Left to mourn her loss is her husband of thirty-three years, Senator Peter Harder, step-son Andrew (Bindu Suresh) and grandchildren Atlin and Nikita; her siblings Janette Georghiou (Paris) of St.John’s NL, Kathy Pearce (Andy) of New Zealand and Chris (Vicki) of Newmarket, ON, as well as both Seon and Harder nieces and nephews of whom she was particularly fond.
Molly loved her pets— a number of cats and in recent years Alice, a wonderful Labradoodle. We are tremendously grateful to Amber and Evan Fox to have shared with Molly “grandmother” privileges.
The family would also like to acknowledge the medical team at The Ottawa Hospital as well as Doctors Bennett, Bright and Naik. Their professional and caring support has been greatly appreciated.
A visitation will take place on October 27th at 12noon at Beechwood Cemetery (280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa) followed by a celebration of life and reception. Interment will follow at a later date at the Vineland Cemetery in Lincoln, ON.
Should you wish to make a memorial donation, please consider the Ottawa Humane Society, the Friends of the Mennonite Centre in Ukraine or a charity of your choice.
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Clément Gignac
Peter. Mes sincères condoléances à toi cher collègue et à toute la famille! Mes pensées sont avec toi!
Marc Gold
Dear Peter and family,
Nancy and I extend our deepest condolences to you on Molly’s passing. May you find comfort and strength from your family and friends during these most difficult times, and may her memory be a blessing.
David Wells
Peter - my deepest condolences on the passing of your dear wife, Molly.
Diane Bellemare
Dear Peter, I would like to express my deepest condolences to you and your family on Molly's passing. Victor also sends his sympathies. Rest assured the Progressive Senate Group stands beside you in these difficult times. Amitiés, Diane
Jane Rocchio
My condolences to you and your family. Molly’s sense of design is so apparent in the peaceful serenity she developed around your Lake home.
William Ruh
Dear Peter, Sending prayers and condolences over your loss.
Deepest Sympathies
Bill
Rui Resendes
Peter, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Kim Pate
Heartfelt condolences; so sorry for your loss.
Sending heartfelt condolences to Peter and family. May Molly’s Soul rest in Eternal Peace and Tranquility 🙏