Philanthropist and former Ontario lieutenant-governor Hilary Weston dies at 83

Former Ontario lieutenant-governor and fashion mogul Hilary Weston dies

In a statement Sunday, her family said the philanthropist and writer was shaped by an "enduring generosity and a deep commitment to helping others."

'A titan of the retail industry': Tributes paid to Hilary Weston after her death aged 83

She played a pivotal role in the development of both Penneys and Brown Thomas.

Tributes after death of Hilary Weston, the woman who helped build Penneys and Brown Thomas

A family statement described her as 'a beloved wife, proud mother, cherished sister, adoring grandmother and loyal friend'

Hilary Weston, former Ontario lieutenant governor, dies at 83

Hilary Weston’s family announced her death Sunday, remembering her as a “beloved wife, proud mother, cherished sister, adoring grandmother and loyal friend.”

Hilary Weston, fashion mogul and former Ontario lieutenant-governor, dead at 83

Hilary Weston, an Irish-Canadian fashion mogul and former lieutenant-governor of Ontario who devoted time to issues tied to women, volunteerism and youth, has died at 83.

Hilary Weston, former fashion business leader and Ontario lieutenant-governor, dead at 83

Hilary Weston, an Irish Canadian fashion mogul and former lieutenant-governor of Ontario who devoted time to issues tied to women, volunteerism and youth, has died at 83.