Obituary of Sarah Pennefather

PENNEFATHER, Sarah Jane Sarah Jane Pennefather was born in Montreal on March 7, 1951. After a long and difficult battle with cancer, Sarah passed away peacefully at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre on Tuesday, April 22, 2008, with her daughter Caitlin by her side, and surrounded by loving family and loyal friends. An astute business person and accomplished entrepreneur, Sarah was, above all else, a loving, dedicated and committed mother to her daughter Caitlin. More than that, she was Caitlin's confidant and friend. Sarah lived a full and active life. In her youth, she attended school in Europe and journeyed fearlessly across the globe. Later, in the late 1970's and early 1980's, she worked with Reader's Digest and the Financial Post. She went on to found her own computer consulting firm, becoming quickly absorbed by 'all things computer.' After that, the latest piece of technology was seldom absent from Sarah's side. Through all these accomplishments, Sarah was supremely focused and determined, leaving her unmistakable mark wherever she went. Most recently, Sarah became an avid golfer whose passion for the game was coupled with a voracious appetite for improvement. Even when she was unable to play, the din of the golf channel was always in the background. In golf, as with all things, Sarah jumped in feet first: immersing herself in the game. Sarah's legacy will be simple and clear: a good friend, an accomplished business person, a trusted and true traveler along life's road. But most of all, Sarah will be remembered through her daughter Caitlin. Sarah committed herself to Caitlin's life, always letting her know - in no uncertain terms - how she felt. Sarah supported Caitlin's decisions and advocated tirelessly on her behalf. Sarah's friends and family would like to extend their warm thanks to Dr. Kevin Bezanson and to Joan Palmer of the CCAC care team. A commemorative service will be held at the HUMPHREY FUNERAL HOME - A.W. MILES CHAPEL, 1403 Bayview Avenue (south of Eglinton Avenue East), on Tuesday, May 6 at four o'clock. If desired, Caitlin asks that donations be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences and memories may be forwarded through www.humphreymiles.com.