Daphne Marie Lambert (née Hapgood)
September 14, 2026
Obituary
It is with great sadness that the family of Daphne Marie Lambert (née Hapgood) announce her peaceful passing on September 14, 2026 following a brief illness. A loving mother, grandmother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt and friend, Daphne found her greatest joy in cooking and caring for her family. She was a force to be reckoned with; she was happiest when she was kept busy, always mastering every hobby she took on and every chore she set her mind to complete with a talent and determination that made everything look effortless.
Predeceased by parents Mildred & Tom Hapgood, she leaves to mourn her devoted husband Clarence; children: Paula Haynes (Tom), Sharon Richards (Neil; deceased), Chris Haynes (Dianna) and Angie Chaytor (Terry); grandchildren: Matthew, Mallory (Dan), Stephanie (Ryan), Sarah, Jason (Rebecca), Kristen, Mia and Reese; great-grandchildren: Umberto, Tiberio, Lily and Alyssa; siblings Ches (Marie), Pearl Bromley (Sam), Diane Houlihan (Roger), Debbie Hapgood (Terry) and stepbrother Winston Legge (Eileen). Also leaving to mourn Clarence’s children: Karen Lambert-Tilley, Sherry Hartery (Derm) and Clarence Jr.; grandchildren: Brandon, Kristina and Kathryn. Daphne also leaves behind her best friend: her golden retriever, Charlie.
Cremation has taken place. As per Daphne’s wishes, there will be no funeral service nor visitation. A celebration of life will occur at a later date. The family wishes to extend sincere gratitude and appreciation to the nurses and physicians of 5 North A at the Health Sciences Centre, for their compassion and exceptional care provided to Daphne in her final days. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Daphne’s memory may be made to your local SPCA.
“I planned each charted course
Each careful step along the byway
And more, much more than this
I did it my way.”
– Frank Sinatra
Deepest condolences, Clar and family, on Daphne’s passing. May she rest in peace.
Clarence and family, my sincere condolences to you all.. may Daphne rest in peace.
To Lambert and Hapgood family, so sorry to hear of Daphne passing our deepest condolences to all. , our thoughts and prayers are with you all at the very difficult time. RIP Daphne
Bev/Al Blundon
Oh Mom 🙁your passing out of our lives was so unexpected! You always said that in 30 years time you would retire and do all the things you wanted to do. If fact I have just reread our conversations of the past few years and you said exactly that. I know you’ll be keeping an eye out on all your family from up there. Missing you already Mom x Paula x
Clarence and family.
So very sorry to hear of Daphne’s passing. Our deepest condolences at this very sad time.
With all my love to my grandmother, Daphne, on this day. 🤍
To Mum, Angie, Chris and Sharon, and to her sisters and brother: I am thinking of you. 💐
Thank you for the life you gave us. You will always be missed. 🕊️
Matthew
Grandson
To my sister in law Sharon and to her and my brother Neil’s children Stephanie. Sarah and Jason l send my heartfelt sympathy and love .
It was always nice spending time with her over the years and she was a lovely woman for sure.
Condolences to all of her family and may God grant you all His peace at this time .
Stay strong in each other .🙏❤️
Lynn and family
We were so sad to read of Daphne’s passing .We have many shared memories in the past . We know how much she loved and cherished her family. Please take care of each other and hold your memories close .God bless . Ralph and Ethel Hiscock
Paula, Sharon, Chris and Angela’s famillies
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Cherish all of your memories. My sincere condolences to everyone who loved her.
My condolences to Clarence and to Daphne‘s siblings, children and grandchildren. . We were best friends growing up, and had many shared, happy memories together. You will all be in my prayers, Love Mary, Pittman Antle. Until we meet again., my dear and beautiful friend.
Oh my, this was such a shock to hear of Daphnes passing.
Altho I haven’t seen her much in the past number of years I have many good memories of the early years when the children were young.. My deepest sympathies to her family, thinking of you all!
Clarence and Family please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your Beautiful Wife Daphine.
Clar & Family:
My deepest condolences on the loss of your wife. I only met her once or twice with you and she seemed like a very nice lady. Treasure your memories. Take Care.
Lorna Kavanagh
Clarence and Family: So sorry to hear of Daphne’s Passing. . Clarence and I grew up in the Church of England Orphanage and knew Daphne and family who lived close by. . Clarence we are thinking of you at this Difficult time Stay strong and hold all the Precious Memories close to your heart RIP Daphne Love: Reg and Marjorie Kennedy
Diane,Debbie and family I’m so sorry to hear of your sisters passing.My sincere condolences.May your many memories of your sister and I’m sure you have lots bring you comfort and smiles at this difficult time. Hugs to all (Linda Hibbs)
Clarence, we are so sorry to hear about Daphne’s passing. We always looked forward to when ye came around the bay for short visits. Please give our love and condolences to the family.
Love & prayers
Lori & Todd
Clarence amd family, so sorry to hear of Daphnes passing she was a wondwrful person. Oiur sincere condolences go out to you and alll her family..Keep all the memories you have of her close and it will get you through this difficult time May she rest in peace.
Clarence and family, shocked and saddened to hear this news. So sorry for your loss. Daphne was a sweet lady. Condolences to you all.
OMG i’m so very surptised to be reading this today. I ran into Daphne @ the Dollarama a year or two ago. We were childhood friends having attended Blackall Memorial junior school way back in the 60.’s. She was truly a beautiful person. May she rest in peace Please accept my condolences & sympathies on her passing.
Angie Sharon Paula Chris and your families, as well as Clarence and family, my sincere condolences on your mom’s /wife’s passing. Daphne was very talented lady and could master anything she turned her hand to. I know you all have you own beautiful memories so keep them close as they will help in days to come. Love and hugs to you all.
Debbie Chaytor.