Sunday, July 17, 2011
Tom, ... sincere condolences to you and your family on Mom's recent passing. Several years ago my Mother, Muriel and I went to visitation in the Hamilton funeral home when your Father passed. Our Moms had not seen each other for some years though I think they had frequently corresponded at Christmas time. My Mother passed in September, 2009 at the age of 98; her last few years denied her certain abilities but there was often contentment. I notified my 93 year old cousin, Yvonne Williamson (formerly Paul) of the Soo who now lives in Toronto. I understand she visited your Mom at Balmoral often, but not in last two years; there were also phone calls and cards at Christmas. Occasionally Your Mother, Yvonne and other ladies from the Soo met for lunch. I believe your Mother was Isabel Paul's good chum in high school and your Uncle Bill was Hugh Paul's good friend; these two are Yvonne's siblings, though Isabel died decades ago from appendicitis. This is beginning to read like a Family Tree exercise. May I now (thankfully) close with the recognition that Mom's was a long and full life and she enjoyed the love and support of family and friends. May you also obtain comfort from those close to you at this time, and cherish well the memories of your parents! With kind regards, I remain, ... Ceri
