Published in The Lake Report, January 22, 2026, page 22.
Maureen Elizabeth Pospiech (née Donihee)
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Maureen on Jan. 12, 2026, at the Greater Niagara General Hospital, at the age of 78.
Beloved wife of the late Bruce (2019) of 48 years.
Devoted mother of Matthew (Sarah), Daniel (Courtney) and Kathleen. Adored grandmother of Nicholas (Cheyenne). Dear sister of Barbara Donihee (Robert Graham), and sister-in-law of Ruth (Glenn) Hunter. Fondly remembered by her nieces: Wendy (Ken) Stewart, Jolene Ellwood, Amanda, and nephew Raymond (Tracey) Hunter, and by many friends.
Born in Cornwall, Ont., in 1947. In 1971 Maureen married the love of her life, Bruce, and they settled in Virgil in the home of her dreams: the original farmhouse on the creek, which Bruce rebuilt to suit their growing family. Maureen greatly enjoyed her perennial garden, which Bruce planted and she “tended.” Her greatest joy, however, was her children. She was a hockey and lacrosse mom and served on the executives of both. Lacrosse was her favourite, though, and she insisted that loud cheering was part of the game. She loved the summer tournaments, and the camping that came with it, surrounded by other players and their families. Strong ties were made there.
In keeping with Maureen’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be announced and held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, those who wish may make a memorial donation to Niagara-on-the-Lake Minor Lacrosse. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.morganfuneral.com.
You can shed tears that she is gone
Or you can smile because she has lived
You can close your eyes and pray she will come back
Or you can open your eyes and see all that she has left
Your heart can be empty because you can’t see her
Or you can be full of love that you shared
You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday
Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday
You can remember her and only that she is gone
Or you can cherish her memory and let it live on
You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back
Or you can do what she would want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.
