Jeannette ‘Jenny’ Gertrude Near, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital, on Monday, December 30, 2024 in her 87^th year. 

Born in Carrick Township on July 15, 1938, to the late Seraphine and Eugenia (nee Kueneman) Schwartz.  'Jenny' enjoyed living in the Hanover area, and many will remember her working as a caterer for Bender's Catering. She was a faithful member of Holy Family Church in Hanover, and served for many years with the C.W.L.  'Jenny' loved a good game of cards, with one of her favourite games being Rummoli.  She had a group of close friends she played Rummoli with weekly for many years, and later, she enjoyed cards at Holy Family on Tuesdays as well. As much as Jenny loved a good game of cards with friends, family was always at the forefront.  She was a proud wife, mom, grandma, and great grandma, and loved quality time with her family. She will be missed. 

Survived by son David Black of Fort Frances, and daughter Cathy (Wayne) Fischer of Hanover.  'Grandma Jenny' to her grandchildren Marissa and Dustin (Cortney), and great grandchildren Kira, Ashton, Blake, and Ryker. Step-mother of Rob (Johanna) Near, and Denise (Tom) Near and their children Elizabeth and Jonathon, all of Barrie. Fondly remembered by sister-in-law Marj Schwartz of Brockton, Claudette (Lee) Winchester of Ottawa, Gord (Sheila) Black of Orleans, and Betty Ann Young of St. John, New Brunswick, as well as many nieces, nephews, and their families.  Predeceased by her parents, 1st husband Al Black (1982), 2nd husband Don Near (2022), brothers Bill (Dorla) and Jerry Schwartz, and sister Betty (Cyril) Lemay. 

Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Sunday, January 5, 2025, from 2-4 pm.  Visitation will also be held at Holy Family Church, Hanover, on Monday January 6, 2025, from 9:30 - 10:45 am, where a Funeral Mass will follow at 11 am.  All are welcome. The service will be livestreamed through the church’s website at https://holyfamily.ca/ Father Romalito Guillan officiating. Interment in Holy Family Cemetery, Hanover. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Alzheimer Society or a charity of your choice would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.mightonfuneralhome.ca