Published in The Lake Report, February 5, 2026, page 22.
Mary Annabelle Salter (Huffman), of Niagara-on-the-Lake, was born May 6, 1936, in Blenheim, Ont., and died peacefully with family at her side on Jan. 26, 2026, after a six-year decline from lung fibrosis.
Annabelle was a primary school teacher with specialization in English and French languages. She was a mother of three and a proud and keen business owner of Mai Thai Silk. In her youth, Annabelle enjoyed sailing on Rondeau Bay; she practised judo, yoga and tai chi at various stages in her life; and was ever the dedicated swimmer. Moreover, she was an intrepid traveller, a keen historian and a much-appreciated gourmet cook!
In recent years, Annabelle continued to be intellectually astute, despite the deterioration in her physical health. She remained in her own home and oversaw the care of husband Chuck, enjoying reading, watching historical and detective dramas, playing games on her iPad, following politics, and spending time with her family.
Annabelle was a great source of comfort and inspiration to her family and will be dearly missed. She is survived by her children Dave, Laura (Michael) and Bob (Louise); grandchildren Arthur, Joe, Camille, Anna, Kelton, Molly, Vicky and Charles; and a brother, Art Huffman of Calgary. She is predeceased by her husband of 70 years, Chuck (2025); parents Mary Isabel Huffman (Winrow, 1953), Dr. Arthur Huffman of Blenheim (1991), and stepmother Ervine Huffman (Scherle) of Erieau (2019); as well as her siblings Bruce Hufffman of Stratford (2005), Doris Sikora of Erieau (2021) and Joe Huffman of Erieau (2019).
Her family would like to thank all the caregivers and health care providers who have helped their parents these past few years. Commemoration will be a small family gathering. Donations in Annabelle’s honour, if desired, can be made to a charity of your choice. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.morganfuneral.com.
