Hannah Jeannene Deley

June 23, 1999 – May 21, 2025

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Hannah Jeannene Deley, who left this world far too soon at the age of 25, on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Hospice, surrounded by those who loved her most.

Hannah was born, completing our family and joining her big brother Ben. Hannah was determined and ready for adventure from day one. She was “our little miracle”.

Hannah attended Vance Chapman School.  Her zest for life and joy of friendship evident from the start. As Hannah started high school at Superior CVI, she played basketball and started Competitive Cheerleading.  She enjoyed cheerleading, excelling at the sport, and was able to attend a National tournament with the Dynamite Cheer Allstars in Sherbrooke Quebec. Hannah was a hard worker.  She started working at the Italian Hall first.  She also worked at Shell full serve gas station, taking pride when she connected with one of the customers, usually the seniors.  Hannah had a big heart and a large capacity for empathy.

Hannah attended Confederation College in the phlebotomist program. A great match to Hannah’s caring nature. Upon graduation, she worked at Life Labs for a short time, until she was hired by Thunder Bay Regional Hospital where she worked until her leave due to illness.  

Hannah lived her life with unmatched vibrancy, courage, and compassion. She was tenacious. A free spirit with an adventurous soul, Hannah found joy in every corner of life — from hiking winding trails and travelling to new places, to dancing freely at concerts and festivals. Her love for adventure was only matched by the love she had for those around her, including her loyal dog, Ozzy, who never left her side.

Hannah was a beacon of strength. From the moment of her cancer diagnosis, she faced her battle with the heart of a warrior — always with grace, courage, and unwavering hope. Her fierce determination inspired everyone who knew her.  Demonstrated by her candle fundraiser bringing awareness to Appendiceal cancer. Her generosity and kindness left a lasting mark on every life she touched.

She shared a rare and beautiful love with her soulmate, Jordan Owca, who remained her rock and her light through every chapter of her journey. Hannah was also the deeply loved daughter of Peter Deley and Lisa Johnson Deley, and a cherished sister to Ben Deley and Michelle Tallon Deley. 

Hannah is survived by her devoted families, countless aunts, uncles and cousins, her large and loving circle of friends, and all those whose lives were made better simply by knowing her. She is pre-deceased by many generations of loved ones, friends and family, of note Hannah's stepfather Frank Vidotto, Jean “Nanny” Johnson, Grandma Irene Daggett, and Aunt Cindy Wright. Hannah’s compassion, laughter, and fearless zest for life will never be forgotten.

Many thanks to all the medical teams and caregivers in Thunder Bay and Toronto who supported Hannah, Jordan and the family throughout each stage of her illness, including the doctors and staff at Thunder Bay Regional Cancer Care and St Joseph’s hospice. Your thoughtful care and compassion will not be forgotten.

A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, June 10 , 2025 at Goods and Co.  Market, with family and friends gathering at 12:30pm and Tributes beginning at 1:00pm. Parking is available in the parkade across from the Market. 

Though her time with us was far too brief, Hannah’s legacy of love, strength, and joy will continue to shine in the hearts of all who knew her.  

In keeping with the spirit of paying it forward, something Hannah believed in strongly, please consider donations to Thunder Bay Humane Society or the Salvation Army in lieu of flowers. Consider volunteering for the Cancer Society. With much appreciation. 

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Westfort Chapel, 420 West Gore Street at James.