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In Memory of

Ann Evelyn Orr

1928 - 2017

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Thursday

January

First Visitation

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Thursday, January 26, 2017

Humphrey Funeral Home A.W. Miles - Newbigging Chapel Limited

1403 Bayview Avenue

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Thursday

January

Second Visitation

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Thursday, January 26, 2017

Humphrey Funeral Home A.W. Miles - Newbigging Chapel Limited

1403 Bayview Avenue

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Friday

January

Service

2:00 pm

Friday, January 27, 2017

Rosedale United Church

159 Roxborough Drive

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Colin Baker donated to CENTRE FOR ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH FOUNDATION

Friday, January 27, 2017

Our sincerest condolences. Ann will be dearly missed. Love Colin, Noelle, Sam, and Sarah Baker

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Anne Livingston posted a condolence

Wednesday, January 25, 2017

Dear Stacy, Alex and John; I was so sad to read the notice about your mother in the Globe and Mail last week. Her obituary was a lovely tribute. Growing up across the street from you in our young childhood and being your friend meant that Ann was like another mother to me. She was nice, and fun, patient and calm. When I think of her she is always smiling and speaking gently. She showed her kindness and generosity in many ways, frequently including me and my mum in your afternoons at the tennis club pool, such an oasis on a hot summer's day. There were trips to Cherry Beach, and once to your grandmother's in Newcastle, and once to Osler Bluffs. Even shooing us out of the way by suggesting we walk up the street to see the next diesel come along the train tracks sounded like a fabulous idea when Ann suggested it. Your mum was a big part of my early life, as were you all. What a blessing that her life was long and full and you were with her at the end. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I'm thinking of you and wishing you all comfort and peace. Fondly, Anne (Wormley) Livingston

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Kate Stark posted a condolence

Wednesday, January 25, 2017

To Ann Orr's family, I first met Ann when I joined Dixon Hall as the Executive Director in 2004 and Ann was on the Board of Directors. Ann was very active in our fundraising efforts and so much fun to work with. As I came to know Ann better, I realised that if she said she was going to do something, Ann would get it done and get it done quickly. She was very giving of her time and her knowledge and her patience. Using her great sense of humour to keep our energies high, Ann was wonderful to have on committees and work groups, working to connect people and always open to sharing her creative ideas. After Ann retired from the Board she still remained involved with Dixon Hall and I was so pleased that I could remain in contact with her. I last saw Ann at a fundraising event for the Agency, I like she, was a guest having recently retired, and she made a point of speaking to me about the recent death of my husband offering such kind words of support as was her way. A wonderful giving woman, I am sorry for your loss. May your memories help you at this difficult time.

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Elsa Southam posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Dear Stacey, Alex, John, and all of Ann's family, My thoughts are with you at this time, and I assure you that your beloved Ann has left an outstanding legacy, and touched the lives of countless people. As a volunteer for years at CAMH, I was on many committees with Ann, and I know first-hand how dedicated she was in all the work she did at CAMH, advocating for supports and services for families and their loved ones. Her tireless energy and commitment was an inspiration. Our friendship extended beyond committee meetings at CAMH, and I will always remember spending time in her lovely condo, and having long conversations on the phone. The love for her family was evident at all times. My family joins me in sending condolences to all of you. Elsa Southam

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Jim Houston posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

I offer my sincere condolences to Stacy and her family, and to the many friends that Ann made over her lifetime. My distant memories are that she was smart, kind and gracious. Truly a breed apart. My thoughts are with you. Jim Houston

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Tony Francis posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

What a magnificent woman. Being with her was like basking in a sunny day of fun, adventure and complete acceptance. It was a wrench to hear of her death but it was a feeling soon overcome with the memories she has indelibly left and her greatest legacy, her children. It is comforting to know that Ann has found a great immortality through them. Her daughter Stacy whom has always been a hero of mine was completely explained when I met and spent time with her mother. Ann has accomplished her ultimate duty in passing on the good and bright light of a better world. Her smile is undiminished and her love continues to flow unstintingly. She can take pride in a job well done and a life well lived. Tony.

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Anne Colby posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

To the family of Ann Orr: Please accept my deepest condolences. I came to know Ann through the Family Council at CAMH and found her to be a good friend and hard worker on behalf of those stricken with mental illness. May her good work not be forgotten. Anne Colby

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Judith Tompkins posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

Dear Stacy and family; I send you my sincere condolences upon learning of the death or your mother Ann. I truly enjoyed the opportunity to work with your mother while I was at CAMH. She and I would 'catch up' on family, the latest books we each were reading and discuss efforts in care for those with mental illness and addictions. She will be missed by many, and I know you will miss her always. Sincerely, Judith Tompkins

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Chris Whittaker posted a condolence

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

I wish to join Janet and Jane in expressing my condolences to Ann's family and community on behalf of CAMH. I also volunteer at the AGO and wanted to represent on their behalf. I didn't know Ann but I know she brought joy to a lot of people and that inspires all of us, myself included. Take care.

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Jean Swanson posted a condolence

Monday, January 23, 2017

Sandy would write something really eloquent about Ann if he were here. I'm not eloquent but thought I'd just try to write something about how great Ann was with me and how much I appreciated her. I never had a sister so when she started calling me her sister in law I felt quite honoured. The first time I met Ann was after I had complained to Sandy that he knew all of my family and his family didn't even know I existed. The next thing I knew, Ann was picking us up at the airport in Toronto, driving us back to her apartment, racing and swerving through her parking lot to her space as I held my breath. The thing about Ann is that she made everyone feel comfortable and important no matter what their station in life. I certainly felt good and welcome when I was with her, even though we came from very different backgrounds. After Sandy died Ann and I talked on the phone at least once a week for 40 minutes to an hour. And we saw each other, usually twice a year, in the summer when we'd go swimming in the ocean and at a very nice Christmas with Stacy and Cameron. She told me about a friend who had a son who preferred living in the Downtown Eastside to living in an apartment his family rented for him in a more upscale area. When I took Annto a Downtown Eastside Heart of the City Event where they read one of Sandy's poems, and had lots of community performances, she understood what Sandy and I had been telling her about the DTES community and couldn't wait to try to explain this to her friend at lunch so she'd understand why her son preferred the DTES. We were a couple of grandma's worrying about our kids and reveling in our grandkids on the phone, saying things to each other that we wouldn't say to anyone else. I really appreciated how Ann understood the discrimination that low income people and people with disabilities face in the "system." And how she worked, using every skill she had, connections, experience, intelligence, and bravery, to try to fight against this. We would rave on the phone to each other about the housing situation and how nothing is available for people unless they have money and wrack our brains for something, anything we might be able to do about it. I can say, from what we talked about, for sure, that she loved, loved, loved her children beyond words and that she ADORED her grandchildren. I'm really going to miss my favourite guy's big sister and my sister-in-law . I hope the whole family is doing ok and can savour Ann's legacy.

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Janet Mawhinney posted a condolence

Monday, January 23, 2017

Dear family and friends of Ann, I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Ann in her role as a Family member of the CAMH Constituency Council, for me that was over the last four years but, as you know, Ann was a long time Council member, completing the maximum three terms – nine years in 2015 - that's dedication! Ann was also part of the inaugural Steering Committee for the Council, and was a huge contributor to the formation of the Committee - setting the bar for hard work, collaborative and respectful engagement with every member she worked with, and championing the interests and perspectives of families. She did all of this with an inimitable warmth, sparkle and grace that was a gift to the Steering members, the Council as a whole, and everyone she worked with. Personally, I will always be grateful for her generosity and contributions as a collaborator and advocate for mental health and addiction issues. She will be much missed, Respectfully, Janet - on behalf of the Goji and the CAMH Constituency Council

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Jane Paterson posted a condolence

Monday, January 23, 2017

I want to express my very sincere condolences to you. I had the privilege to work with Ann for many years at CAMH and it was an absolute pleasure to know her and to work with her. As you said, she was a tireless volunteer at CAMH, who was so kind to everyone she met. She connected with us all on a personal level with genuine warmth and interest in all aspects of our work and personal lives. She also had to deal with some challenging situations here which she didn't avoid, instead she stick-handled them with her customary grace, respect and kindness. She was a wonderful role model, the last time I spoke to her she told me that she had just been skiing! A truly remarkable woman and I am glad that I had the opportunity to know her. Jane Paterson

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Breanne Card posted a condolence

Saturday, January 21, 2017

Auntie Ann was such an important part of our family and will be greatly missed! I will always remember trips to the big city for visits, sleepovers, beautiful family dinners, swimming in the pool, and how her home was always so cozy and welcoming. I can remember feeling so special that the concierge knew my name! Auntie Ann was so stylish, well spoken, and was always involved in the most interesting things! She was truly the best role model for a young lady. I was always proud that I could say she was related to me, as she always felt more like a 'grandma' than a Great Aunt. Very rarely do we have the chance to say goodbye in person, but we were gifted that chance over the holiday season and I will be forever grateful for that. Sending love to my cousins and their families. You are all in our thoughts and we love you! Xoxo Breanne & Andrew

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