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Valda lit a candle

Monday, October 12, 2015

Mom, the few times we crossed paths was simply delightful! Thinkking back, two words come to my mind, joy and radiance! RIP!

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Mary Cottle posted a condolence

Monday, September 7, 2015

To the Ryan family. I was so saddened to here about Mary's passing at church yesterday. I had just been speaking about her to a very dear friend of mine Rita. Her sister Frances Longo was a dear friend of your mothers. Mary always called to see how Frances was doing and when she passed she kept in touch for a while with me to make sure that I was ok. She was a very thoughtful woman. I first met Mary walking up our street carrying groceries, my son offered to help her , but she said she was fine, and continued on. We seen her every day going for her walks just to get out of the house, she would pick up a few items at a time at the store. It was her way of staying healthy and fit, but also talking with her neighbors. Mary brought a lot of smiles and laughter into our lives and it was a privilege to know her. I am saddened by her passing, but am thankful that Frances now has her friend with her again to keep her company. God Bless your family for taking such good care of your mother.

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Victoria Summerhill Fox lit a candle

Sunday, September 6, 2015

Rest in Peace Mary. I have fond memories growing up - both seeing Mary and hearing stories about Mary. Mary was a dear friend of my grandmother, founder of Birthright, Louise Summerhill. Mary will forever be remembered by her Birthright family. My sincere condolences to the Ryan family in this sorrowful time. May Mary's love and legacy live on.

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Jessica Posted Mar 7, 2022 at 10:51 PM

Pretty sure you’re confused about what family is Vick. Since when is Louise your Grandma? Rearranging things pretty Liberally hey? May you let everyone you’ve harmed rest normally Victoria and may you start to value all lives, not just your own. Ecclesiastes 3:1-2a: “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die

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Stephenie Summerhill Fox posted a condolence

Sunday, September 6, 2015

I was so sorry to have missed the news of your mom's passing. She was a very dear and special friend to my mom, Louise Summerhill. I have such fond memories of visiting the cottage on balsam lake each summer for a day. My mom would take us "gallivanting" and inevitably each summer one day we would end up for a day with Mary and Pete. Mary would make us Kraft dinner (which we LOVED) and I remember she liked to add extra milk because it made it creamier. In my young mind it was fantastic and such a great treat. Funny what you remember... I also remember that when my mom was in the hospital in her final weeks the only friend she wanted to see was Mary. Mary was present with her and prayed with her and I am grateful for the comfort she brought,. I know they are reunited in heaven. I am so sorry for your loss but I know how grateful you must feel for having her so long.

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Stephenie Summerhill Fox posted a condolence

Sunday, September 6, 2015

I was so sorry to have missed the news of your mom's passing. She was a very dear and special friend to my mom, Louise Summerhill. I have such fond memories of visiting the cottage on balsam lake each summer for a day. My mom would take us "gallivanting" and inevitably each summer one day we would end up for a day with Mary and Pete. Mary would make us Kraft dinner (which we LOVED) and I remember she liked to add extra milk because it made it creamier. In my young mind it was fantastic and such a great treat. Funny what you remember... I also remember that when my mom was in the hospital in her final weeks the only friend she wanted to see was Mary. Mary was present with her and prayed with her and I am grateful for the comfort she brought,. I know they are reunited in heaven. I am so sorry for your loss but I know how grateful you must feel for having her so long.

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Christy Washer posted a condolence

Friday, September 4, 2015

I am so torn between great memories at Broadway - my first Christmas in Canada! - and the cottage, my privileged escape to paradise. Grandma embodied both and was so much more. I will just throw out some things that I remember about Broadway first - the red brick pre-Lego blocks in the basement, The Little Bedroom that Jenni & I loved sleeping in so much 'cause it's where Mom slept and even more when those silly Mama & baby cows were added. I actually don't think we let Grandma & Granddad get away with putting us to bed without them. Grandma would forget sometimes and we would helpfully dig through the closet to get them down. I adored those silly ugly soundbox moo-cows!! THEN... we'd see the Jack & Jill cough syrup and pretend we had coughs just to get a spoonful. Grandma was wise to our games. Too many things but the Christmas Candle lights in the windows, the Blue Danube music box I adored and the static-electricity organ room! We had way too much fun learning the rhumba, the tango, waltz and bossa nova - all the while scrubbing our socks across the carpet and seriously frying the next person we touched! And being allowed to go downstairs to get Dusty a Milkbone from the shelves. Even THAT silly little thing was special. It was always a treat to bake with Grandma - tarts especially - though she said Granddad was better. She even made hanging laundry fun because we were allowed to try to clip the clothes while jumping off the back porch. She was a woman who understood children's fascination and never let that go. That's enough for Broadway... Cottage memories to come. I love you Grandma. Thanks for my Mom!

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Christy Washer posted a condolence

Friday, September 4, 2015

I am so torn between great memories at Broadway - my first Christmas in Canada! - and the cottage, my privileged escape to paradise. Grandma embodied both and was so much more. I will just throw out some things that I remember about Broadway first - the red brick pre-Lego blocks in the basement, The Little Bedroom that Jenni & I loved sleeping in so much 'cause it's where Mom slept and even more when those silly Mama & baby cows were added. I actually don't think we let Grandma & Granddad get away with putting us to bed without them. Grandma would forget sometimes and we would helpfully dig through the closet to get them down. I adored those silly ugly soundbox moo-cows!! THEN... we'd see the Jack & Jill cough syrup and pretend we had coughs just to get a spoonful. Grandma was wise to our games. Too many things but the Christmas Candle lights in the windows, the Blue Danube music box I adored and the static-electricity organ room! We had way too much fun learning the rhumba, the tango, waltz and bossa nova - all the while scrubbing our socks across the carpet and seriously frying the next person we touched! And being allowed to go downstairs to get Dusty a Milkbone from the shelves. Even THAT silly little thing was special. It was always a treat to bake with Grandma - tarts especially - though she said Granddad was better. She even made hanging laundry fun because we were allowed to try to clip the clothes while jumping off the back porch. She was a woman who understood children's fascination and never let that go. That's enough for Broadway... Cottage memories to come. I love you Grandma. Thanks for my Mom!

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Christy Washer lit a candle

Friday, September 4, 2015

You are with God now, I'm certain, Grandma. Watch over us. xo

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Christy Washer lit a candle

Friday, September 4, 2015

I am so torn between great memories at Broadway - my first Christmas in Canada! - and the cottage, my privileged escape to paradise. Grandma embodied both and was so much more. I will just throw out some things that I remember about Broadway first - the red brick pre-Lego blocks in the basement, The Little Bedroom that Jenni & I loved sleeping in so much 'cause it's where Mom slept and even more when those silly Mama & baby cows were added. I actually don't think we let Grandma & Granddad get away with putting us to bed without them. Grandma would forget sometimes and we would helpfully dig through the closet to get them down. I adored those silly ugly soundbox moo-cows!! THEN... we'd see the Jack & Jill cough syrup and pretend we had coughs just to get a spoonful. Grandma was wise to our games. Too many things but the Christmas Candle lights in the windows, the Blue Danube music box I adored and the static-electricity organ room! We had way too much fun learning the rhumba, the tango, waltz and bossa nova - all the while scrubbing our socks across the carpet and seriously frying the next person we touched! And being allowed to go downstairs to get Dusty a Milkbone from the shelves. Even THAT silly little thing was special. It was always a treat to bake with Grandma - tarts especially - though she said Granddad was better. She even made hanging laundry fun because we were allowed to try to clip the clothes while jumping off the back porch. She was a woman who understood children's fascination and never let that go. That's enough for Broadway... Cottage memories to come. I love you Grandma. Thanks for my Mom!

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blake posted a condolence

Thursday, September 3, 2015

Sincere condolences to the large, talented offspring of Mary and Pete on the passing of an amazing matriarch who positively impacted so many lives. Her endless sense of wonder, subtle humour, and intense humanity will be sorely missed. I picture her planning a picnic to share with Pete and walking hand in hand to behold an amazing sunset. Thank you Mary for making the planet such a better and special place.

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Lynn Hawksworth lit a candle

Thursday, September 3, 2015

nothing ever seemed to daunt her sense of wonder and incredible imagination .... she was a treasure to know

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Jane Burfield posted a condolence

Thursday, September 3, 2015

i am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Mary was a remarkable woman. I wish I had had the privilege of meeting her.

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Karen Feibel (Catling) lit a candle

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Growing up beside Mr. and and Mr.Ryan at the cottage was wonderful. There were always balloons that we would watch sail across the lake. There was the comforting sound of the fishing boat motor as Mr. Ryan came home from an evening fishing trip with Dusty sitting proudly at the front of the boat. There was the swing set in the backyard that we were invited to use whenever we'd like. There are so many memories of bonfires, tree cutting and fish fries - not to mention all of Dusty's adventures - as he took on porcupines, skunks and anything else he came across. Mrs. Ryan would put us to shame as she dove into the lake every morning at the crack of dawn as we struggled to open our eyes. She was warm, bright, friendly, energetic and full of love. God bless you! xoxo

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Kathy lit a candle

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Thanks for so many precious memories Mum, especially our travels together. I got to know a whole new 'you'! You taught us how to love, & I will miss you every day.

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Joyce and Mitch Close lit a candle

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Mary was a wonderful person, she will be missed by all her knew her.

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Gert and Liz (Quinlan Family) posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

How sorry we were to hear the news of Aunt Mary!s passing early Sunday morning. A beautiful life so well lived and a peaceful death to such a deserving person! We will all miss you, Mary, but we know how joyfully you were received into heaven by your dear Lord, Jesus and all of your relatives and friends, especially your dear husband, Pete Ryan. Do pray for all of us left behind here on earth. We look forward to seeing you again.

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Ann Overment posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

My heart goes out to you and your family, dear Kathy. May you be surrounded by God's love and consolation at this time. We rejoice for your lovely Mum who has gone home to be with the Lord and reunited with her family and friends who have gone before her. With my love and prayers. Heart to Heart.

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Susanne Maloney posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

I knew her as Kathy's Mom as I met her around 15 years old as Kathy met me at Notre Dame and discovered I was motherless and decided to bring me home to meet her parents, what a wonderful mother, always smiling, and also a wonderful Father who for some reason I adored' at the same time I met Buster, to me I see the same ways in Kathy as her Mother, she herself smiling and little chuckles. RIP Kathy's Mom xo

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Gail (Richardson) Williams lit a candle

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

It is wonderful to remember Mary (and Pete) my God parents who were such special friends to my mother Marguerite (Barrett) Richardson.. Although we have crossed paths infrequently over recent years,bpast Mary was there for us when mom died. i have memories of her reassuring smile and inspirational strength. My condolences, Gail12

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Debbie Wilson lit a candle

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

I feel so fortunate to have the pleasure to know you. I enjoyed your special giggle and delight when you where given a big box of Kleenex. Thank you for the wonderful memories and friendship Mary. God Bless you.

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Penny Potter lit a candle

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

My dad always said of my mother's best friend: "There's no one like Mary" and he was right. She never lost a child-like delight in the natural world around her, like flowers and sunshine, lakes and snowflakes, trees and clouds. She nourished our souls with waxed leaves, paper pokes of sugar and ribs of rhubarb. Mary enriched all our lives...

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Ashley Elliott posted a condolence

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

The annual regatta at the cottage was, and still is, a tradition growing up in the Ryan family. Even as an adult, I have tried to attend when possible to relive the magic of it. Gramma always attended, year after year, setting up lawn chairs in the front row to watch the races and other fun games. I always remember one year at the regatta where it was a bit windy and her hat blew off and she just sat there calmly and said "there goes my hat...". This was her way of asking me to go get it - Gramma, the master hinter. I prefer directness so I cheekily said "yup, there it goes" and laughed. Obviously, being the wonderful granddaughter I am, I eventually got up and retrieved it for her. I don't know why but that interaction has always stuck in my memory and given me countless laughs as I've retold it many times over the years. Gramma always made me laugh, both intentionally and otherwise. Despite growing up in more "proper" times, she was always game for my cheeky ways, chuckling or "oh ho ho"ing when she finally caught on. She has always been one of my favourite people in the world and I will love her and miss her always.

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Ashley Elliott lit a candle

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

I miss you so much already, Gramma, and always will. I feel so blessed to have had you in my life as long as I did, though I always hoped that I would never have to lose you. You are so special and so loved. Grampa has been waiting so long to be with you again - enjoy your reunion. Our loss is his gain. xoxoxo

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Anonymous posted a condolence

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

We loved it when mom would tell a joke. Not for the joke itself. They were always groaners. We knew she would mess up the punch line. It was just a matter of how. That's what we listened for. THAT was the funny part.

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Brian Ward lit a candle

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

What an amazing grandmother and great grandmother you have been to all of us. You have given us all more than a lifetime of love and memories. Thank you and enjoy your reunion with grandpa!

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Sophie Coleman lit a candle

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

May her soul rest in peace

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The Filleter Family lit a candle

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

What an inspiration to her family and the world, a beautiful role model. Our thoughts and love are with you all. xo

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Billy and Linda Morgan (Curtis' sister) lit a candle

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

What a wonderful and amazing lady Mrs. Ryan was to everyone. I will never forget her smile, warm hands as she held yours in hers and lovely letters she would always send my Mom with such words of encouragement. Everyone was always so important to her. I can remember our first trip to the cottage and the excitement she had to have us there. I'm a Florida water girl but how she swam in the lake water everyday was beyond me. Talk about cold! Friends and family are in our thoughts and prayers always. She was a blessing for 104 years.

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Deborah Wilson posted a condolence

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

I always enjoyed Mary's visits to our office. She was surrounded by so many friends and family who cherished her. I miss her already.

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Sophie Coleman & Maureen La\Porte posted a condolence

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Our deepest condolences to Kathy and the Ryan family. May her soul rest in peace. With love Sophie & Maureen

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Ron/Jean/Michelle Dash posted a condolence

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

We are so sorry to hear of her passing. We remember so many wonderful moments with her and were always amazed at her sprightly young age. She will always be remembered in our prayers. God Bless. Ron and Jean and Michelle

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Sr. Bernadette posted a condolence

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Mary was a special gift from God and she radiated the Love of God with her smile and words. We had the privilege of her presence among us and miss her. Today we pray with Pope Francis for creation and Mary loved nature so we are united in faith and love. My sympathy to the family who have inherited their Mother's faith and love. God bless you all abundantly at this time and always.

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Terry Ryan lit a candle

Monday, August 31, 2015

Hey mom, You were indeed our inspiration. Via con Dios.

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Jim lit a candle

Monday, August 31, 2015

Great mom-in-law. you will be missed.

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Rosa& Paul Chretien posted a condolence

Monday, August 31, 2015

Mary, you will always be in our heart. I always admired your smile, you never complained about anything even when you were not feeling well. I do know that you always came to ask me if you needed to pay for your hairdresser and footcare, you always worried about making sure that the was taken care of. You are beautiful inside and out. You lived a beautiful life and you have a wonderful family that loved you and will always love you. RIP Mary you will be greatly missed. Our sincere condolonces to all the family. Rosa and Paul (Office Manager at St. Bernards)

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Winfred- Brenda- Henry (Family) posted a condolence

Sunday, August 30, 2015

Winfred- Brenda- Henry (Family) made a donation to BIRTHRIGHT We are very sorry to hear about your loss. From our family to yours, our most heartfelt sympathies.

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Elsie, Susan and Mark, Jamielynn Evans posted a condolence

Sunday, August 30, 2015

Elsie, Susan and Mark, Jamielynn Evans made a donation to BIRTHRIGHT We are very sorry to hear about your loss. From our family to yours, our most heartfelt sympathies. We will never forget her lovely smile and gentle ways. We are so glad our children Courtney and Cale were able to spend some time with her. Elsie really enjoyed her visits and Susan always loved writing letters and receiving them from Aunt Mary. We will miss her.

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Sunday, August 30, 2015

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Kevin, Ola, Sebastian and Natalie posted a condolence

Sunday, August 30, 2015

Kevin, Ola, Sebastian and Natalie made a donation to KAWARTHA REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY The great long lived one will be missed! But more important is that we all had the opportunity to know her in life!

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Filleter Family posted a condolence

Sunday, August 30, 2015

Filleter Family made a donation to BIRTHRIGHT During this difficult time I would like to extend my most heartfelt sympathies. If you need a friend to help you through this, you know who to call.

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Miriam and Ted posted a condolence

Sunday, August 30, 2015

Miriam and Ted made a donation to BIRTHRIGHT Dear Marie and Family Our thoughts are with you. We really enjoyed looking at the beautiful pictures of your mother, showing her from a youth to a hundred plus. She was a wonderful mother, and you all seem to have inherited her personality and spunk. You were all blessed to have had her for all these years. Thinking of you always. Miriam and Ted

In loving memory of

Annie

1911 - 2015