Carmen Daniels
December 1943 – July 5, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Carmen Eloise Daniels, who left us peacefully on July 5, 2025, at the age of 81. Carmen was a loving wife, a devoted mother and grandmother, a fiercely loyal sister, and a dear friend to many.
Carmen was born in December 1943 to Beatrice and Edmond Courville (predeceased). She grew up with a deep sense of compassion and strength, qualities that shaped her life and touched the lives of all who knew her.
In 1963, she married the love of her life, Roy Daniels, and together they built a life full of laughter, hard work, and unwavering love. She was the proud mother of Derek Daniels (Susie) and Debbie Steeves (Allan), and a devoted grandmother to Scott, Tyler, and Brooke Steeves, and Sophia Daniels. Carmen also shared a special bond with her beloved niece, Vicki Free and son TJ, and treasured her close relationship with her siblings: Andrew Courville (Michelle), Cheryl Courville, Gill Courville (Darlene, a cherished friend as well), and Linda Paul (Dan).
Carmen opened her heart and home to many. As a dedicated stay-at-home mom and home daycare provider, she cared deeply for the children she looked after—especially Sydney, Emily, Amy, Caileigh, Mark, and Christine—who all became like family. She also gave her time generously, volunteering as a foster parent and spending time with residents at a local long-term care home.
Creative, bold, and fiercely loving, Carmen had a passion for all things sparkly and glamorous—the sparklier, the better. Her impressive jewelry and earring collection made every occasion feel special. She had a knack for crafting, knitting, crocheting, painting, sewing, and interior design, always finding ways to make her home beautiful and welcoming. Her cooking was legendary—meat pies, spaghetti, and curry were family favourites that brought everyone together.
Carmen was known for her wit, warmth, and fire. She was a woman of strong opinions—often lovingly teased for being “up on her soapbox”—but always spoke from a place of love. Her home was a place of laughter, stories, and open arms. She loved playing bingo, and even more, spending time with family and friends around the card table, where the joy came not from winning, but from being together and sharing in the fun.
She will be deeply missed by all who knew her, including her faithful dog Daisy, and fondly remembered by Rascal.
Carmen was predeceased by her parents, her nephews, Jason Bellefeuille and Kelly Free, and many dear friends.
A celebration of life will be held on August 9th in Port Elgin, (details to be determined) where we will gather to honour Carmen’s memory with stories and laughter —just the way she would have wanted.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Carmen’s memory may be made to Cystic Fibrosis Canada.
Arrangements entrusted to Grey Bruce Cremation and Burial Services, greybrucecremation.com.