Elspeth Finch

After a challenging illness, Elspeth Finch died on the evening of Friday October 21 in the loving arms of her family.  Elspeth was a remarkable person:  fiercely intelligent, deeply caring and loyal to family and friends, ever active and inquisitive.  She was born in 1937 in Montreal to May (Wyllie) and Ronald Wright and grew up in Hudson Quebec.  She attended McGill University, was a member of the AGD sorority, and trained as a physiotherapist, graduating in 1959 (BScP&OT).  While at McGill she met her loving husband of nearly 63 years, John Finch, and made many life long friends. Loving mother of two children Paul (Sara) and Mary-Katherine, and beloved grandmother to Tristan and Max.  Elspeth continued her studies at University of Toronto and then completed her Master of Health Science at McMaster University.  She later held physiotherapy faculty positions at both institutions.  Elspeth was an accomplished clinical physical therapist, exceptional educator, and deeply committed to the advancement of her chosen profession.  Throughout her life she fulfilled her desire to travel.  From professional exchanges to Sweden in the 90’s, to the many cherished family holidays around the globe.  Elspeth was beautiful inside and out.  She had her own unique style and a keen interest in crafts and quilting.  She was a valued member of many organisations including the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, Art Gallery of Burlington, Roseland Club, Beverly Golf Club, her much loved hiking group and book club.  Elspeth’s legacy will live on in the lives of all those who knew her.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Crohn’s and Colitis Canada.  A celebration of Elspeth’s life will be held in December.

A celebration of Elspeth’s life will be held in December.  Please contact Mary-Katherine for more information.  mkfinch@rogers.com