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Merie-Anne Beavis donated to THE MUNICIPALITY CHATHAMKENT PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
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Grace Charbonneau posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Dear Mary Beth, Cathy, and Families,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. I will never forget the winter Nana (Shirley Charbonneau) and Hazel came down to visit Ottawa because they both had grand-daughters living there. They had everything organized down to a science for the train trip and had the best time. They enjoyed the restaurant in the hotel on Rideau Street and I think they went to visit one of the museums while they were down there too (the War Museum, if memory serves). Nana insisted on walking me back up to my dormitory and I remember being really nervous about her walking back to the hotel because it was downhill and icy, but she called me when she got back and said she was fine. I was so glad that they got to go on that adventure together, Nana talked about it a lot and I think it really gave her something to look forward to after we'd lost Papa in the fall.
Our deepest sympathies,
Grace Charbonneau & Family
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Catherine Leatherdale Posted Dec 14, 2022 at 9:07 PM
Thank you, Grace. We remember you coming by to visit Mom when Shirley passed to bring her a remembrance. They had a special bond, those Bell telephone girls, and we spent many happy hours with the Charbonneau family when we were young.
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Cari Saunders posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Mary Beth, Cathy and families.
I am sorry to read of the passing of your mom. The first time I met your mom was one of our first days of kindergarten, when you nicely asked me back to your house to visit. I think your mom was a little taken aback to have another little kid hop off the bus with you. She always had cookies for after school snack, she was such a good baker. I learned a lot from her at 4H, she had a lot of patience to put up with a bunch of giggling girls. I'm sure she touched a lot of young women with her leadership with 4H. I have always thought of your mom and dad every time I drove by the farm.
Your mom's smile made her whole face light up.
My sincerest condolences.
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Mary Beth Leatherdale Posted Dec 15, 2022 at 4:49 PM
Cari, Thanks so much for sharing your memories of Mom - especially the story of our first playdate! I still think of this too and laugh. I think our mothers handled our little adventure much more calmly than I would have. I hope all is well with you and your family. Thanks so much for reaching out.
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Connie Gillespie posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
My days at work are less bright and cheerful without your sweet mom and her awesome sense of humour making me smile. She was wisdom, grace, and beauty with just enough sassiness to be delightfully charming. My thoughts, prayers, and love go out to each of Hazel's loved ones, especially Cathy and Mary Beth, as you celebrate a life well lived. She is missed dearly but her presence, impact and love will be felt and remembered forever by those of us who had the honour and priveledge to know her if even for a short time.
Sincerely, Connie
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Mary Beth Leatherdale Posted Dec 15, 2022 at 4:59 PM
Connie, What a beautiful tribute! Thank you. Mom — and I — were always happy to see you walk into the room. The thoughtful attention, respect and kindness you showed Mom (and I've seen you give to so many others) made both the good and difficult days better and her room in Enhanced care a home. I hope our paths cross again soon. Mary Beth
Rosemary (Spence) Larkin posted a condolence
Monday, December 5, 2022
Cathy, Mary Beth & families,
My sincere condolences on the passing of your mom, a lovely lady for sure. I remember being at the Christmas
concert at Clark's school when your mom and dad were asked to stand and be acknowledged for having been
recently married or maybe it was their wedding anniversary at the time.......that was a long time ago.
I hope that the your mom's smile will be the one memory that will comfort you each time you think of her.
God bless.
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Catherine Leatherdale Posted Dec 15, 2022 at 12:11 AM
Thank you, Rosemary. I always knew Dad thought a great deal of the Spence's from the stories he'd tell. Mom too would chatter about what various Spence ladies were up to, including you. I fondly remember school days and play dates with Debbie, Diane and Denise, and some young Spence trick or treaters were cherished guests in that square white frame farmhouse. Lovely to reflect on the blessings of being a part of the Clark community our mother joined oh so many years ago.
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RANDY DEVEREUX donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Saturday, December 3, 2022
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Randy Devereux posted a condolence
Saturday, December 3, 2022
Cathy,Mary Beth my condolences after reading about your mom. I remember my dad combining your soybeans saying how nice it was of your mom , that she would send food out to the field for him. Very thoughtful of your mom to remember a hungry combine driver.
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Catherine Leatherdale Posted Dec 14, 2022 at 8:08 PM
Thank you, Randy. I told Mom (and my children) after our RDHS reunion about the comments you made about my dad's clean beans, and prompt payments. (I really used to enjoy hoeing beans with him.) Now that I know Mom fed your dad as well, it's an even better story. I will be back to you about our shared family tree branch. I figured it out but didn't get a chance to plot it out, so will do that soon.
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Monica Robertson posted a condolence
Saturday, December 3, 2022
Dear Catherine, Mary Beth and family,
We were so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She has been a dear friend to my Mom while at the Village and we were always greeted with a warm smile and sweet gesture when we met. She will be dearly missed by all that knew her.
As you navigate through this most difficult time, may it somehow help to know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
With sincere sympathy,
Marlies Muehmer & Monica Robertson
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Mary Beth Leatherdale Posted Dec 15, 2022 at 5:06 PM
Monica and Marlies, So thanks so much for your kind words. Mom always perked up when Marlies passed by and waved on her way to the dining room and was eager to join her at the table. I don't know if they ever talked about the garden but they certainly both loved their time admiring the flowers. Wishing you and Marlies a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year. Mary Beth
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Carol Verstraete posted a condolence
Friday, December 2, 2022
To the Family of Hazel - I met your mom while working at the Village. I would stop in and see if she wanted to come down to see some of the various entertainment groups or activities that would be going on and she would always have a smile on her face. When my mom, Alice Manning, moved to a different part of the home, your mom would always ask me how my mom was doing. I guess they enjoyed working on puzzles together. May the memories of your mother, help you get through some of the more difficult days ahead.
Carol Verstraete
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Mary Beth Leatherdale Posted Dec 15, 2022 at 5:15 PM
Carol, Thanks so much sharing these memories. I remember Mom speaking of your mother. One of the most wonderful things about the Village is that people who were acquaintances earlier in their lives get to know each other better through participating in activities and shared interests and become friends. All best, Mary Beth
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Kevin Kerr posted a condolence
Thursday, December 1, 2022
Heartfelt sympathies Catherine, to you and your entire family. Losing a parent is difficult. I hope the current sadness quickly shifts to more serene and happy memories of the many good times you shared with your Mom.
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MaryLynne Seliga-Atiken posted a condolence
Thursday, December 1, 2022
Cathy, MaryBeth and families, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mom.
As her hairstylist for a few years, she was a treasure to have as a client. May your memories bring you comfort through the difficult days ahead.
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Catherine Leatherdale Posted Dec 14, 2022 at 9:00 PM
Thank you MaryLynne. Mom loved to tell us when she saw the neighbours--and the Seligas were favourites. Grateful for the visits your mother paid to ours in Village on the Ridge.
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Tracy Wygiera posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Don: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tracy Wygiera
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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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My condolences to you Cathy and your family.
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Shirley Clark posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Cathy, Mary Beth and family
My sympathy to you at this time. Hazel will be remembered by all, as she was such a positive and contributing member to all who were in her midst, whether it was church or community. I got to know her better the year we went up together to night school in Ridgetown to learn how to refinish furniture. We had many good laughs as we were learning a new skill. Your mom was so proud of you girls, and I know that her memories will help you during this time.
Sincerely,
Shirley Clark
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Catherine Leatherdale Posted Dec 14, 2022 at 8:42 PM
Thank you, Shirley. Mom enjoyed those night school classes, and we appreciate your sympathy and the friendship of you and your family.
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Mary Beth Leatherdale Posted Dec 15, 2022 at 5:24 PM
Thanks Shirley for sharing this memory. It brought back many happy memories of Mom and her love of learning new things. And of babysitting your girls. I hope you and your family are well. Wishing you a very Happy Christmas and all the best in the New Year.
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Randy Luckham posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
My condolences Catherine and family. You will miss her but the memories will endure. Randy
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Larry & Patricia (Durfy) Rumble posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Cathy, Mary Beth and families -
Please accept our sincere sympathy in the passing of your Mom, our thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this difficult time. I grew up as part of the Clark School community and remember both of your parents well. Your Mom also came to the Chapel at the Village when our Church lead Worship there monthly and we always had a nice chat.
May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort each of you now and in the days to come.
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Bruce and Pat Richardson posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Hazel was a great neighbour and friend. She will be missed by many.
Bruce and Pat Richardson
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jenny.tscharke@xplornet.com posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
We are so very sorry to hear of Hazel's passing. She was such a kind lady, and got along so well with Mom when they were tablemates. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jenny and Jean Tscharke
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Mary Beth Leatherdale Posted Dec 15, 2022 at 5:29 PM
Jenny, Thanks so much. You were always so kind to Mom, stopping to chat with her and asking about her these last few months. Mom loved her time as Jean and Jim's tablemates and their spirited, wide-ranging discussions. Please give my best to Jean. I'll be thinking about you.
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Rita Saunders lit a candle
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
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Ny sincere sympathy to all the Family
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Linda Patterson posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Cathy, Mary Beth and family,
I always enjoyed our chats with your Mom at the Village when i was visiting with Dad. Cherish your memories of past.
A life well lived!
Sincerely,
John and Linda (Richardson) Patterson
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Glenda Yule posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Cathy, Mary Beth & families,
Sending my sincere sympathy to all of you at this sad time. I remember your mom as a kind, gentle spoken lady, always a pleasure to see. May all your wonderful memories of your mom help in the days ahead.
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Mary Elford posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Cathy and Mary Beth, I saw your Mom's obituary this morning.
I remember her smile and her laughter.
Mary Elford
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Lisa & Kassidy Deprez posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Sandra Ferren posted a condolence
Monday, November 28, 2022
My sincere condolences to Hazel’s family.
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Monday, November 28, 2022
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