Condolence From: Louise Praught
Condolence: Bob, Ben, Stu and Meghan, Lynn, Mary and Doug -
My deepest condolences to you all. Heather was my best friend in grades 1-4 (when I moved away). I remember her so fondly, so often. I'm sorry this is late, I just discovered Heather's passing today.
I've kept up with her journey and Hootenannies over the years and know how special she was. I cherish my memories of her, as I'm sure you cherish yours. She was truly a remarkable woman.
louise praught
Saturday March 26, 2011
Condolence From: Michael, Chris and Lara O'Keefe
Condolence: Like my wife Anne who fought a courageous battle against ovarian cancer for 5 years before passing, Heather was an inspiration to all. There are no words that describe the pain of such a loss and only time can help you and the kids heal. Take comfort in the love and care of friends and family. We wish you all the very best.
Friday March 11, 2011
Condolence From: Tracy Aikema-Robb
Condolence: I know it is a difficult time, and my condolences go out to you and your family.
From the time we meet your mom, and all that i have read about her, she was very much like my mom. They both battled this disease with dignity and were an inspiration to everyone they met. They made sure to enjoy every day!! They also made it their goal to bring much need awareness as well as funds to help find a cure for ALS.
I could not say it better than my dad (in message before). It is not an easy time and we understand what your family is going through.
Even though your mothers walk on this earth is done, I'm certain that she is in heaven with my mom doing alot of talking, as well as singing and dancing.
Our thoughts and prayer are with you and you family in this difficult time.
Tracy Aikema - Robb
Wednesday March 09, 2011
Condolence From: Gary Aikema and Family
Condolence: Dear Bob and Family
I was just made aware of the passing of Heather. She indeed was a wonderful person. Her zest for life even when afficted by the debilitating effects of ALS was amazing.
My wife Corinne's journey with this disease mirrored Heather's, She also passed away at the end of February having lived with ALS for 6 years. She got to know Heather at the Hootenanny's and shared Heather's love for music,loved to dance and touched many people. Corinne also was involved in fund raising in the Hamilton area and saw it as a mission to defeat ALS. I know how you feel at this time and it's tough but I am sure those two ladies are enjoying themselves up there.
Gary
Monday March 07, 2011
Condolence From: Alice Webb
Condolence: Bob,Stu,Meg,Ben and Alicia;
Life deals us many challenges and this one is particular hard for all of you. The loss of a wife,a mother and a friend to so many-makes us realize how fragile life is,and sensitizes us to the obligation we have to live life to it's fullest,to support one another,to take the time to enjoy the blessings,past,present and future.
Your strong family and community ties got you this far,and will continue to bring you strength to deal with this immense loss and sadness.
Heather was a remarkable person and will never be forgotten.
To you and all your family.To the McRuer family especially Lynn,Mary,Doug and extended family, I extend my sincere condolences.
Alice
Friday February 25, 2011
Condolence From: mark.lynn,alannah and lauren eby
Condolence: A life gone to early. A legacy of love, laughter and music that will live on forever. Our thoughts are with you all, Mark,Lynn, Alannah and Lauren Eby
Saturday February 19, 2011
Condolence From: Kathy Taylor
Condolence: To the SNELL and McCRUER Families,
Please accept my sympathies at the loss of your much loved Heather. I had many opportunities to enjoy her wonderful music, and will remember them with fondness. Heather was an inspiration beyond compare. I hope that this gives you comfort over the next days, weeks, months and years, as you celebrate the incredible person that she was. May God be with you.
Sincerely, Kathy Taylor (Lainson)
Thursday February 17, 2011
Condolence From: Myra, Mark Livingstone & Family
Condolence: We were very sorry to hear of Heather's passing. We have so many memories of her growing up. When Heather tried out for a sport, it never failed, it seemed she always made the team...and she certainly deserved it. Drumbo Central School would not have been what it was without her contributions... It seemed that everything she touched she did well at. Losing Heather at such a young age certainly reminds us to appreciate each day as it comes and tell those around us how much they mean to us and keep reminding them that this world is what it is because of those near and dear to us.. Our most sincere condolences to Heather's dear husband and children, Doug and Lynn and especially to you Mary...my dear,dear friend... Love, Myra, Mark and children
Wednesday February 16, 2011
Condolence From: Robert Gaby
Condolence: We were very sadden to hear of Heather's passing. I had the pleasure of reading Dear Heather and she was a remarkable person that touched many many people.
Our deepest sympathies and our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Rob, Anna, John and James Gaby
Wednesday February 16, 2011
Condolence From: Dorothy Ramey
Condolence: It has been several years since running into Heather and I remember thinking then how wonderful a person she was. A aura of true beauty surrounded her and it was obvious it came from within. What I remember from childhood years was a happy young girl full of life and smiles.
There are many memories from Drumbo School Days, Barb driving us to one game or another, being with the McCruer family and those were times remembered fondly.
My deepest sympathy and prayers for Heather's husband and children, Lynn, Mary, Doug.
Wednesday February 16, 2011
Condolence From: Heather Trim
Condolence: I have such fond memories of Heather. Many of my students over my years at Ayr PS would quietly come into class or leave class early to most willingly have their piano lesson with your mom, Ben, Meghan and Stuart. She was a "mover and a shaker"...so motivated and a sweetheart at the same time. I always loved her funky hair and her contagious laugh. She was a pillar in Ayr and will be hugely missed. There is a lot of her in each of you. Hold that part of you close;....it will comfort you. My thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time. Take care of each other.
Wednesday February 16, 2011
Condolence From: Vicki (Racknor) Hick
Condolence: I will remember Heather. A bundle of energy and a beautiful smile. I am thinking of you at this difficult time Mary and Lynne.
Tuesday February 15, 2011
Condolence From: Brenda Hanna-Wrath
Condolence: I am sorry to hear of Heather's passing. There is another bright star in the sky. I remember Heather would often be playing the piano when I was visiting. A very talented young lady and sister that will be sadly missed. My thoughts are with you all. Brenda
Tuesday February 15, 2011
Condolence From: Malcolm and Joanne McLaren
Condolence: Condolence from: Malcolm and Joanne McLaren
Bob, Ben, Alicia, Stu and Meg. We were so sorry to hear of Heather's passing. Her strength and love for life was a true inspiration to us all.
Tuesday February 15, 2011
Condolence From: Dave, Wendy Dustin and Devan Strickler
Condolence: Bob,Ben,Alica, Stu and Meg
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Heather. She touched everyone she met in a wonderful way.
Heather is and Angel in Heaven, but will live forever in our hearts.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dave,Wendy,Dustin and Devan Strickler
Tuesday February 15, 2011
Condolence From: Phyllis Glass
Condolence: Dear Bobby...and family......
With heartfelt sympathy..We share are lives not by what we carry with us, but what we leave behind. With condolenses in the loss of Heather whose generous spirit touched so many...May love and hope sustain you...heal your heart in this season of sadness. Our prayers are with you.
Mary Palinski, Jenny and Hayes McDermott, Donna Coburn, Stan Palinski, Jim and Phyllis Glass
Tuesday February 15, 2011
Condolence From: Shane and Susan Jantzi
Condolence: Bob and family,
We are so sorry for your great loss.
Heather was truly an extraordinary human being. We feel very lucky to have had the chance to know her. Being around Heather was like taking intensive training in what exactly is meant by living life to the fullest. Heather has continually inspired us both.
We hope that you are able to draw on sources of comfort and strength to help you through this time and the days ahead.
Tuesday February 15, 2011
Condolence From: Eileen Werner
Condolence: To the Snell family our hearts and prayers are with you at this time. George and Eileen Werner and family
Tuesday February 15, 2011
Condolence From: Pat Murphy
Condolence: To Heather's family;
Please accept my sincere condolences on Heather's passing.
She was a true ray of sunshine to everyone she met, and I will never forget her amazing spirit.
May God bless you and draw near to you all at this time.
Tuesday February 15, 2011
Condolence From: Crystal Mathieu
Condolence: On behalf of Damion, Lawrence, Alisha, Jessica and myself I would like to express our greatest condolences to the family and friends of Heather. We were blessed to get to know a wonderful women, great mother and beautiful women. I remember how she welcomed me and the kids into family with open arms and always had a smile that would bring someone to there knees. ~ Love Crystal & kids
Tuesday February 15, 2011
Condolence From: Cher Farrell
Condolence: God assures us that beyond the darkness, there is light; beyond the sorrow, peace. I cannot know exactly what you're going through right now, so I pray you'll have everything you need to get through this difficult time. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Tuesday February 15, 2011
Condolence From: Janine (Armstrong) Ajie
Condolence: I worked with Heather and Lynn at Knox United years ago. They were an amazingly talented duo! I didn't know Heather really well, but do remember her to be kind, fun, talented, with funky hair and glasses. What a loss. My love and prayers to her family.
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: Sharon Taylor
Condolence: I had the privilege years ago to sing in Dunc's choir, with Heather at the piano. She had grace, she style, she had panache! And oh, she had talent!!
Heather, you were a rare bird indeed. None of us could have ever done what you've done, been what you've been. You will be missed
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: Michelle Poissant
Condolence: My sincerest condolences to Heather's family and her family of friends. Although I only met Heather briefly on a few occasions, I found her so incredibly inspiring. She will be missed in her community.
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: Susan Drayson
Condolence: May I extend my most heartfelt sympathy to all of you at this very difficult time. What an extraordinary person and musician Heather was! I have such fond memories of her beautiful accompanying at many Ayr Public School concerts (including the time that she amazingly played a whole piece of music that I had accidentally set out on the piano upside-down!).
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
Susan Drayson, Ayr P.S. music teacher, 1989-1998
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: Cathy Macaulay
Condolence: Although I did not have the pleasure of knowing Heather, upon reading her obituary this morning I wished I had been able to count her among my friends; I have never read a more loving and uplifting obituary. Heather must have been deeply loved, and her presence enjoyed by all those whom she touched. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends at this time and believe that what the caterpillar calls the end, the Master calls a butterfly.
Cathy Macaulay
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: The Eadie Family
Condolence: We were so sorry to hear about Heather's passing. While it has been quite a while since we saw her last, she has never been far from our thoughts. We hope your family is doing well during this difficult time.
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: Helen Coker
Condolence: I'm so sorry to read of Heather's passing. All of the music educators who shopped at the store knew Heather and her smiling face. Her piano skills were amazing and always impressed me at the choral reading sessions. I admired her perseverance to keep working at the store when she became ill, she was a role model to us all. My prayers go out to her husband and children and all of her family.
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: Cathy Gordon-Arndt
Condolence: To Bob and Family, My deepest sympathy to you and your family in the passing of Heather. She will be missed.
Cathy Gordon
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: Lisa Dawson
Condolence: With Deepest Sympathy Bob and Family,
I feel so very fortunate to have met Heather during events surrounding our 60km walk for breast cancer years ago and the gift of music she gave my daughter through choir. Such a radiant smile and bubbling personality, Heather was a breath of fresh air! She inspired and touched so many of us, unaware of its depths.
Thoughts and prayers....Lisa Dawson
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: Kim & Danny Michiels
Condolence: Our deepest sympathy to Bob Snell and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Heather will always be with us in our hearts.
Danny & Kim Michiels and family.
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: Rose Marie and Tim Davis
Condolence: Our hearts go out to your family at this difficult time. Heather has left a lasting mark on our family with her gift of song, her sense of humour and her incredible strength. We will be forever grateful to her and to your family for helping us to find our home on Walter St.
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: Ingrid and Don Douglas
Condolence: Heather was a true inspiration to us as well! We feel privileged to have her. Our deepest sympathy to Bob and all the family....Don and Ingrid
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: Bryan and Pat Radke
Condolence: Dear Bob and Family,
We are saddened to hear about our Heather, but know she is at peace
and her memory will forever be in all of our hearts. She and all of your family made a difference. Live on... knowing that.
Bryan and Pat Radke
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: Martha Orloci
Condolence: Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bob, Stu, Meg, Ben and Alicia. Heather was an inspiration to our family, and gave our girls a most cherished gift, that of the love of music.
Tim, Martha, Kathryn and Ruth Orloci-Goodison
Monday February 14, 2011
Condolence From: Sherry Pettigrew & Joe Daignault, Justin & Krista Pettigrew
Condolence: Bob,Ben,Stu,Meg
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With Love,XO
Sunday February 13, 2011
Condolence From: Ron and Nancy Davis
Condolence: Bob - our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on the loss of your wife & mother.
Sunday February 13, 2011