Obituary: Lois Isobel Cullis remembered for teaching and travel

Lois Isobel Cullis died peacefully on January 14, 2026 in London, Ontario; she was a longtime teacher who later lived in Orillia and remained active in community life.

Lois Isobel Cullis passed peacefully in London, Ontario on January 14, 2026. She was born on March 26, 1931 in Mariposa Township near Eden and was proud of her farm upbringing. She taught for many years with the Durham Board of Education in Oshawa and completed a Master of Library Science at Drexal University in Philadelphia over several summers. During retirement she made Orillia her home base, travelled widely, and shared travelogues with local groups. Noted details: - Birth and death: March 26, 1931 — January 14, 2026; passed in London, Ontario. - Family: She was the sister of the late John A. Cullis and sister-in-law of the late Jean Cullis, and the aunt of Catherine Jane Hewer (Jim) of London and Patricia Lee Boyd (Jonathan) of Brampton and their families. - Career and education: Taught children for many years for the Durham Board of Education in Oshawa and completed a Master of Library Science at Drexal University in Philadelphia across several summers. - Community life: A longtime reader who gave travelogues, she was active in the University Women's Club, the United Church of Canada, and was a regular blood donor. - Arrangements and requests: A private family interment will be held at a future date. Memorial contributions to Cambray Community United Church or the Salvation Army were requested. Arrangements are entrusted to A. Millard George Funeral Home and condolences are available at www.amgfh.com. Summary: Her teaching career and community involvement are highlighted in her obituary and local networks remember her contributions. A private family interment is planned for a future date and memorial contributions were noted.