Caroline Lilias Massey, aged 74, died peacefully in her sleep at Northumberland Hills
Hospital in Cobourg on May 17, 2020. Born in Birmingham, Alabama on April 4, 1946
to Melodie Frances Willis-O’Connor and Roland Fields Crisson; she was adopted by her
stepfather Hart Massey, architect and son of Govenor General Vincent Massey after
Melodie and Hart were married in 1947.

A bon vivant with a gypsy spirit, she lived in London, England and Trieste, Italy during
the sixties, before opening her high-end fashion store, Justine, in Ottawa. After a decade
of dressing many of Ottawa’s finest, including Margaret Trudeau, Caroline moved to
Toronto where she became a commercial wardrobe stylist working on advertising
campaigns, music videos and television shows. Much in demand, she was known as
Princess Carolina within the industry. She knew how to make clothes look right for her
clients who delighted in being dressed by her.

But most of all Caroline loved the company of others. She was a fabulous cook, threw
many glamorous and often wild parties, loved fun and laughter and cared deeply about
her friends. She was never happier than after having cooked a superb meal, accompanied
by lots of wine, when she was able to kick back with a Flaming Sambuca and really enjoy
those dearest to her.

As her energy diminished and working as a stylist in Toronto became too demanding, she
retired to Port Hope. Although her life in a small Ontario town was far less boisterous,
she remained, with her big hair, brightly polished nails and her storied past, La Princesse.
She is survived by her brother, the artist, John Massey, her beloved cat Kung Foo and the
enduring love of her many friends.