Agnes Hackett

Agnes Hackett

1924 - 2009

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Obituary of Agnes Hackett

85 years. Born in Detroit, MI. on May 12, 1924 passed away on August 7, 2009, late of Harrow. Predeceased by her parents Walter Hackett and Agnes Welsh, sisters Esther Greenhow and Ruth (Johnny) Zimmerman. Beloved aunt of Ralph and Rev. Margaret Greenhow, Southampton, Joan McGuire, Ottawa, Susan Greenhow, Harrow. Loving great aunt of Suzanne (Ted), Elizabeth (Arthur), James (Leah), Kevin (Trina) and 10 great great nieces and nephews. Dear Charlie will miss her also. Joan was a theatre history professor at a number of universities, the last thirty years at the University of Windsor. She graduated from Northwestern University, did graduate work at Stanford, received her M.A. from Michigan State and her PhD from Wayne State. Her lifelong love of the theatre started with her infatuation with actor Leslie Howard in the 1930's. Joan loved to travel, her favorite spot was New York City. She lived two years in France in the 1950's working as an entertainment director for the U.S. Army. At Joan's request cremation has taken place, no visitation or funeral service. A private graveside service was held at Victoria Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Leamington District Memorial Hospital or the charity of your choice. Thank you to all the Doctors and Nurses at Leamington District Memorial Hospital, also CCAC has been wonderful through the past years. Arrangements entrusted to Gerald A. Smith Funeral Home 197 King St. W. Harrow.