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EW posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Heather’s candle shone brightly…her presence in this world was noticed and continues to be felt.
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Mala Joshi posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
I wish to send my sincerest condolences and sympathies to Heather's family. Through my involvement with the OBA as a volunteer I was fortunate enough to have worked with Heather. She was such a genuinely lovely person and I am so sorry to hear about your loss. She will be missed.
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Sheryl Smolkin posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
To members of the OBA staff & Heather's family, I had the pleasure of working with Heather when I was a member of the Pension & Benefits Section Executive over a six year period. I found out by accident about her passing when I went on to the site to renew my section membership. We have not been in contact much over the last 4 years but I feel an unbearable sadness. I hope she did not suffer too much and that the family will find peace. She was a wonderful person I was so proud to work with and call my friend. A very special light has gone out.
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Sheryl Smolkin posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
To members of the OBA staff & Heather's family, I had the pleasure of working with Heather when I was a member of the Pension & Benefits Section Executive over a six year period. I found out by accident about her passing when I went on to the site to renew my section membership. We have not been in contact much over the last 4 years but I feel an unbearable sadness. I hope she did not suffer too much and that the family will find peace. She was a wonderful person I was so proud to work with and call my friend. A very special light has gone out.
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Bari Hertzberg posted a condolence
Sunday, July 12, 2009
To Paul and his family; My heartfelt condolences on the passing of your special friend, companion and wife. Know that she is at peace and was lucky to have had her time together with you as you were lucky to have had that time with her. All the best; Bari
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Kathleen Kelly posted a condolence
Friday, July 10, 2009
For Heather the Kindheart Heather was not only a great person who made many worthy and lasting contributions to the OBA, she was an exceptional leader in CLE. She was especially adept at shepherding along excellent CLE programmes, mentoring new initiates into the CLE structure and always - from my experience in any event - had the best interests of the OBA and the members in her foremost thoughts. She was passionate about her work and more importantly about the people with whom she worked, whether colleagues, staff or volunteers. One of her many strengths was in the behind the scenes planning and making things happen. She was also an enthusiastic seeker and initiator of technological changes. To Colm and Paul, may the knowledge that your profound loss is shared by so many people who cared a great deal for Heather, and by extension, care about both of you. With the kindest of thoughts, Kathleen and Robin Kelly
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Patricia Martin posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
To Colm,Paul and Heather's family and friends, It is with great sadness we heard Heather had lost her battle with cancer . She fought this with her ever present positve attitude. No matter what the disease seemed to throw at her she was determined she would get over each huddle . Heather fought with grace and dignity and encouraged all around her to just be positive and kind to each other and do something special for your self each day...When I would ask "how she was ?",she would always respond in her upbeat manner ,and finish by asking what was I going to do that day for myself. On Saturday I made Heather's scone recipe which she made for me the first time we met. These treats are still a regular on our dock. I did not know Heather as a professional but I knew her as a gentle , caring friend whose son ,Colm ,was the light of her life . Heather will be missed by all whose lives she touched.Love Pat,Greg,Alison & Barrie
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Kit Bennett posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Paul and Colm, please accept my deepest sympathies on Heather's passing. May your shared love, laughter and experiences keep your memories of Heather ever bright. I cherish my memories of working with Heather over the years on CLE programs and I will treasure the image of her face as it would light up from inside whenever she would talk about the two of you. The tapestry of Heather’s life was brightly woven and true. She loved you both – she loves you still.
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Elani Walden lit a candle
Monday, July 6, 2009
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In fond and loving memory of Heather; her beautiful soul smiled so intensely through her eyes and words and deeds.
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Harry Herskowitz posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
Dear Paul, I was deeply saddened to hear the news about your beloved Heather. Throughout all the years that I had the great good fortune of working with her (ie. on various continuing education programs in real estate for the OBA), I was always impressed by Heather's intelligence and quick wit, and her kind and charming demeanour. When I think of Heather, I am reminded of the line in Rudyard Kipling's poem "If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs ...", because no matter how hectic things got involving a real estate program that was being planned (whether in organizing changes to the list of speakers, or collating last-minute papers, etc.), Heather handled every problem in her consistently calm and gracious manner, never losing her cool or her dignity. She was definitely a very special person, who made an invaluable contribution to continuing legal education in Ontario, and she will most-assuredly be sorely missed.
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Karen Hill posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
Dear Paul, I am so sorry for your loss at this time. I did not know your wife but I am sure she was a wonderful person. I wish you strength and fortitude and yet humour as well to carry you through the days. Treasure your memories - they will help keep the candle lit. All the best, Karen Hill
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Carol Albert posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
Dear Paul and Colm, All of us who knew and worked with Heather as volunteers at the OBA recognized her remarkable qualities - from the most obvious (her intellect) to the more subtle (she was a master facilitator), it was always a pleasure to work as a volunteer with Heather at the helm. I will remember Heather for her warmth, her creativity in problem-solving (bringing meaningful education to lawyers outside of Toronto, embracing modern technology), her warmth and generosity of spirit. Most memorable is her fierce love of Colm - how when he was a growing boy she would sparkle whenever she spoke of him. All lawyers in Ontario benefit from Heather's dedication to legal education. Those of us who knew her personally recognize the example she set as a woman who lived her life with passion and dignity. I will miss her.
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Tracy Dallas posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
Paul & Colm, My sincere condolences on the loss of a wonderful person! I had the great pleasure of working with Heather for many, many years now at the OBA and I know she will be missed by all who knew her. She was professionally my cheerleader and personally a great source of support and comfort. I will miss her bright smile, her great laugh and her calming ways. I have many lovely memories to hold deep in my heart, I am a better person having been touched by her. Thoughts & Prayers to you both. Tracy
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Martin posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
I met and worked with Heather for many, many years and she will be sorrowfully missed. Her guidance, support and encouragement offered to me over the years were immeasurable. Heather was bigger than life. She always strived for excellence and had a gift of motivating everyone around her to do the same. She was a very gentle person, extremely intelligent, kind, gracious and had the utmost of integrity. She was a dedicated and devoted person to everyone who knew her, someone who always expected only the very best from herself, and lead by example, all coupled with the kindest, most generous and gentle soul imaginable. She was angelic. She loved and respected everyone, most especially Colm and Paul, and that was evident in every conversation you had with Heather. It's said that one can take nothing with you when you ascend to the Heavens and the only thing you can leave behind is a good name. Heather leaves behind the BEST name, the wealth of which cannot be measured tangibly because its value is beyond anything measurable. May her soul rest easy and be bound eternally in comfort and peace. May we celebrate her wonderful life and the everlasting legacy that Heather leaves behind. She will be sorrowfully missed by all. My most sincere condolences, Martin Copeland
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Sholom Wargon posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
Heather, we only wish we had known you better. We know this much: you were a person of uncommon dignity, and your love of literature showed through to the end. May you rest in peace.
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Nancy Shapiro posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
I wished to offer my deepest condolences to Heather's family. It was always a joy to work with Heather at the OBA. Her bright spirit filled the room at our meetings and her enthusiasm was inextinguishable She will be greatly missed. While the grief now must feel unbearable, remember that she will live on in your hearts and in your memories forever - she will not be forgotten by anyone who shared time in her presence.
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Peter Wilson posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
My profound condolences to Paul, Heather's son Colm, and her entire family at her passing. As a volunteer lawyer doing CLE, I had the great good fortune to learn how to do it from Heather. I could not have had a better teacher. She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed.
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Valerie Dallas posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
Dear Paul and Colm, I just wanted to say I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Heather. Heather was the one who hired me here at the OBA. She was truly a wonderful person to work with. I will miss her deeply. I will always remember the long talks we had in her office about our boys. She was very proud of you Colm. Heather had the biggest heart and was always happy here at the OBA. I really will miss her kindness. Please take care of each other in your time of need. Valerie Dallas
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Luda Donald posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
To Heather's family and loved ones I send my deepest condolences. I learned this evening that she is gone. It was a pleasure and privilege to work with Heather - I knew her long enough to understand the extent of her impressive intellect and the loveliness and kindness of her spirit. God Bless.
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Ron Savlov and Aileen Weisfeld posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
Dear Paul and Colm: We had the pleasure of knowing Heather for about the last twelve years. Without the slightest hesitation, I can say that she was one of the most decent and loving persons that we have met and felt privileged to be her friend. Heather had the ability to light up a room with her smile and put one immediately at ease when in her presence. We will always cherish the times that we spent together. Ron Savlov and Aileen Weisfeld
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Larry Banack posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
Paul and Colm, I am sure no one can understand the depths of your sadness today. But I know that there are many of us sharing a profound sense of loss. I so much wish I had had the chance to say good bye. Heather was a wonderful friend. As a young lawyer she taught, nurtured and guided me at the then CBAO. Her hard work and dedication made the Annual Institute the premiere continuing legal education event in Ontario. As volunteers we would come and go, but Heather was the institutional memory that ensured continued success. Her smile, laugh and unwavering support for the Association and the legal profession were inspirational. Heather could always be counted on. Heather's importance to all of is demonstrated by the other condolences sent to you, which reflect many of my thoughts as well and I hope comfort you. She will be missed and never forgotten.
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Jean Kennedy posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
Dear Colm, Just a note to let you know how sad to we are to hear about the passing of your mom. We know how much you loved her and how special you were to her. She was a kind, loving person and there are so many memories we have of her - mostly through yourself and Jamie as he spent so much time with your family when you both were young. May you cherish all those wonderful memories. All our love and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Jean, Jay and Jamie
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Susannah Roth posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
My deepest sympathy on your loss. I worked with Heather at the OBA on a volunteer basis, and while I did not know her well, I found her to be a lovely person and I was very sad to hear of her passing. She is a great loss, and will be missed.
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Erica James posted a condolence
Monday, July 6, 2009
Dear Paul and Colm: I worked with Heather at OBA in many capacities over the years, and I was Section Co-ordinator when Heather was first running the Sections at OBA - so long ago. I remember Colm's arrival, and the joy that Colm brought to Heather. Later Heather was an enormous support during my stint as OBA Treasurer and then President. Heather was a person you felt was always there, not only as a colleague, but as a friend. When OBA meetings were out of town, she would spontaneously call me and ask if I had transport, since she knew that transport was sometimes an issue for me. Consequently, we had some good car trips together. We shared on OBA and parenthood, on politics and personal interests. Her spontaneous consideration towards others was just one of her many gestures of thoughtfulness that went way beyond her duties at OBA, and reflected upon her generosity of spirit. Many have spoken of her ability to manage storms with such calm, to inject enthusiasm, energy, originality and plain good sense, as well as her commitment to all of us who interacted with her at OBA. Those were attributes we all appreciated. Heather will be sorely missed. She has been sorely missed during her tough struggles. She will be remembered with fondness, and those remembrances evoke great memories. My condolences during such a difficult time, and for your extraordinary loss. With affection, Erica James
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Christel Schindler posted a condolence
Sunday, July 5, 2009
I also had the pleasure to have known Heather as a colleague at the OBA. I will always remember her kindness and calm in often stressful times. When we all worked together during Institute, she gave us the feeling that our work was important and appreciated. I will pray for her when she enters the Kingdom, and the ones she leaves behind. Christel Schindler
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Diane Laundy posted a condolence
Sunday, July 5, 2009
To Paul and Colm, I was very saddened to hear of Heather's passing. I worked with her on several OBA Institute programs as a freelance meeting planner. She was always extremely dedicated to her work and the Association. I will remember her graciousness and generosity and her love of conversation. She will be missed.
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AMD posted a condolence
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Paul: there are no words to express the sorrow and sympathy for you & Colm. Heather's laughter, intelligence & companionship will surely be missed - find strength in the love and support of family & friends at this time. Take care of each other in this difficult time, know you can call anytime for support, KYL.
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Chuck Gastle posted a condolence
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Dear Paul and Colm, I'm very sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of knowing Heather for many years and she was one of the kindest and most considerate people I have ever met.
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Don Short posted a condolence
Sunday, July 5, 2009
The legal profession in Ontario owes a great debt of gratitude to Heather McArthur. I had the pleasure of working with her for more than two decades. Her leadership in the field of legal continuing education resulted in countless lawyers being better informed and thus better able to serve the needs of their clients across Ontario. When I started Operation Update almost twenty years ago, the internet was practically non-existent. Heather led the adaptation of the OBA to the new internet age. When she joined the OBA live presentations were the only way to attend lectures and out of town members had to take extra time from their practices to travel to Toronto for seminars. Now as a result of the efforts of Heather’s leadership and efforts together with other members of OBA, Webcasts and out of town video replays are the norm. The Annual Institute of Continuing Legal Education became the jewel in the crown of Ontario CLE events under her caring, patient and hardworking leadership. The traditions established during her tenure with the OBA will continue to pay dividends to continuing generations of Ontario lawyers. Don
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Cindy & Anthony Ng posted a condolence
Friday, July 3, 2009
Dear Paul, During this time of loss and sadness, perhaps we could bond even closer by reliving the precious moments Heather spent with us, from the 5-hour lunch at Mandarin to the long walk along Lakeshore. Her hearty laughs, attentive listening and thoughtfulness will always be on our minds.
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Marian Bernard posted a condolence
Friday, July 3, 2009
Paul, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved wife. Please extend my deepest sympathies to you and Heather's family. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time.
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Shelley Camm posted a condolence
Friday, July 3, 2009
Paul, and family, As I said to you privately, I am sorry that we never got the chance to meet, as you had obviously found someone very special. I hope that your good memories will give you strength during this time, and please count on me for support whenever you need to.
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Barby Wolfish posted a condolence
Friday, July 3, 2009
Paul, I am very sorry for your loss. I am hoping that reconnecting with old friends will help you through this sad time. I am looking forward to seeing you on the 12th, and hopefully you can share some good memories with us.
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Blossom Pangowish posted a condolence
Friday, July 3, 2009
Heather was such a special person at OBA. I appreciated the support and kindness Heather showed to me everyday. I hope that she knew everyday that we thought of her. To Heather's family, we are thinking of you in this difficult time.
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Avivah Wargon posted a condolence
Friday, July 3, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to Colm, to my cousin Paul, and to the rest of Heather's family. Heather's warmth and graciousness were always outstanding--right up through her last stay at Sunnybrook. She is a huge loss. Avivah Wargon (Paul's first cousin) and Elliott Chapin
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Francine Leriche posted a condolence
Friday, July 3, 2009
Our prayers and thoughts are will you at this difficult time of loss. Heather will be dearly missed and very fondly remembered. All our love, Thomas, Francine & Chloe
