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Sandra and Carolyn Jewett posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Dear Peter, Amy, Sara and Kate - How I wish I could give each of you a hug. I'm awfully late in sending a greeting to you - but please - my tardiness is not an indication of anything more than a normally slow pace. It had to come, this business of dying comes to us all - and never are we ''prepared''. Losing a parent holds a special poignancy.
Being the oldest of the Jewett sisters, I remember the handsome and red haired Reed Scowen in his younger days. In the mid sixties, I'd say, and he, a faithful skier at Owl's Head. A ready smile, eyes that met the other's, who always had a moment for a personal exchange. How've you been keeping? How's business? A grocer appreciates the gesture, especially when the questioner listens to and for an answer. Reed did.
Please know that Carol and I were happy to have know the Scowan's - and their patriarch! We will miss him too. His article about sleepy little Vale Perkins still hangs in the store...Sincerely, Sandra and Carolyn Jewett
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Mable Hastings posted a condolence
Thursday, June 11, 2020
Amy, Peter, Kate, Sarah, Mary Anne and Cynthia
I am writing to extend the sincerest sympathies from the Missisquoi North Volunteer Centre in Potton, Quebec in light of Mr. Scowen's passing. I will long remember your Dad's visit (along with Peter) to our Youth Centre in Mansonville and his spending time with our youth. When we hear Neil Young's Harvest Moon it will always bring your Dad's story to our hearts.
Yours is a beautiful, loving and generous family surely inspired by this beautiful father, partner, grandfather and friend. I know he was very proud of his family and grateful for the love that surrounded him.
A beautiful person. Sending you all our love and comfort as you celebrate this gift shared with so many.
Mable Hastings
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Petronella Beran posted a condolence
Monday, June 8, 2020
Dear Scowen family: Amy, Peter, Kate, Sarah, Mary Anne and Cynthia,
Our sincere condolences with Reed's passing. It is a sad time for the family and Reed's many friends. He was a kind, generous and exceptional man who had a great interest in the world and the people around him. We all will miss him, but hope that many happy memories will come back.
I met Reed in the early nineties at Tyndale St Georges, an inner city community center in Montreal. Reed, who had retired from his political career at the time, was looking for some volunteer work to do in a different environment. I worked with him on the Board of Directors and on the Nominating Committee for many years. I learned good Governance, financial management, and strategic planning from him.
Tyndale was a modest church-run operation then. Reed set out with great energy, commitment and hard work to bring Tyndale to a twenty-first century, not-for-profit successful organization. He set up a Foundation with its own Board of Directors to make sure that there always would be enough funds for a rainy day. He initiated fundraising activities and brought in many new volunteers. He knocked on the doors of many former colleagues and corporate companies and asked for contributions. He always said: "I'm asking for your financial support for Tyndale, I'm not asking this for myself". It worked!
After he stepped down from Tyndale, Frits and I stayed in touch with him through lunches, occasional dinners and telephone calls. Later, when he moved to Toronto to be closer to his children we continued with phone calls. He was an example of strength, courage and resilience to me in the battle we both fought against Parkinson's disease. He never complained, always had something positive or interesting to say until the very end. He truly was a remarkable man, of great intelligence and great depth.
Wishing you all strength and courage in this difficult time.
May Reed rest in peace and be remembered forever.
Petronella and Frits Beran
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Ronald Berlet posted a condolence
Sunday, June 7, 2020
Reed was a valued friend when we were in London together. My condolences to his family on his passing. A true gentlemen.
Ron Berlet
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Richard Smith posted a condolence
Saturday, June 6, 2020
Dear Peter and the Scowen family,
My deepest condolences for the loss of your father Peter. And as you mentioned in one of your media interviews a close personal friend. An additional blessing given that we don't determine who our relatives will be, but we do choose our friends.
He was a class act and made a real contribution to the English-speaking community, Quebec and Canada. He was nice enough to invite me to visit him in 1999 before I first moved to Japan. I really appreciate what he had to say and found it a learning experience.
Richard Smith
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Sharron Dorey posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 2, 2020
I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the Scouwen family & friends with Reed's passing. He was a kind & generous man who inspired a lot of people. He will be missed ; but, never forgotten. RIP dear man. Sharron Dorey
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Lise Lambert uploaded photo(s)
Monday, June 1, 2020
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I am very sorry for your loss.
I worked with Mr. Scowen when he was delegate general of Québec in New York for about 3 years. He was a gentleman, a diplomat. He had trust in us. He was one of the best bosses I had in my 35 years in the work place.
He believed in the importance of culture in our society and in the impact that it could have in communicating with people, in networking in a city like New York. He opened the delegate's residence to greet artists like Robert Lepage, Marie Chouinard and many others. In the picture posted below, you see Joe Melillo of the Brookly Academy of Music, the Canadian consul, Robert Lepage, Mr Scowen and me. It was at the opening of one of Robert Lepage's pieces at BAM. These are great memories. Thank you Mr. Scowen.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Lise Lambert
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Jeff Scowen lit a candle
Monday, June 1, 2020
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To my dearest cousins Amy, Peter, Sarah, and Kate I send you my deepest condolences on the loss of your amazing father, and am sending you my love, and am thinking about you and your families.
I have so many fond memories of all the wonderful times I spent with my Uncle Reed, that will live forever, whether it was at that cool house in Westmount, the beautiful country house in Mansonville, or at the cottages or main house in North Hatley, sailing or water skiing on Lake Massawippi, our family olympics days on the main, skiing at Owl's Head, etc.
Uncle Reed was always so intently interested in what was going on in your life and how you were doing. He always listened so well, and then of course would often give you some advice which you always be smart to listen to.
I sure hope that we can all get together soon in North Hatley to celebrate his incredible life. I am certain we are all looking forward to that day coming real soon.
Much love to you all,
Cousin Jeff XO
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Richard Innes posted a condolence
Monday, June 1, 2020
I am very sorry for your loss. I owe Mr. Scowen a debt of gratitude.
I worked for that paper convertor in Laval for 20 years. I joined Perkins in 1975 working in the cost department. My boss was a French accountant with whom I have kept in close contact with. I last saw him at his Chateau in the Beaujolais area of France last June. Due to the European connection, Bowater, there was a chap who worked in the cost department for a few months as part of his schooling, and again we have remained close friends since, I visiting him in the UK last June. At Perkins, I graduated to the Marketing department.
I remember vividly listening to a call on talk show where Mr. Scowen was the guest. This one person called in, quite irate, asked your Dad where he got his 'cred'. He answered 'I peddled toilet paper'.
After a year with Cascades, I moved to Ontario to work for a convertor in Toronto. There I worked, 'peddling toilet paper' as well as other complimentary products. Stayed for 16 years with them finally retiring from Kruger, 2 years, as they purchased the Company. A wonderful run.
Again I truly owe Mr. Scowen a very large debt of gratitude.
And again I am very sorry for your loss
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Suzanne Cripps Plummer posted a condolence
Monday, June 1, 2020
I remember the very young versions of the Scowen family during North Hartley summers. Always a gracious and welcoming family. This loss must leave a huge ache in everyone’s heart.
Suzanne Cripps
Palm Springs, CA
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Ann Richards posted a condolence
Sunday, May 31, 2020
I'm sorry for your loss. I attended a few events with the Canada-UK Chamber of Commerce in London when Mr. Scowan was based there. Even though I had little to contribute at the time, Mr. Scowan was friendly and gracious and made me feel an important part of the Canada-UK community. He made a distinct impression on me which lasts to this day. I think that reflects the power of his personality and he used it kindly. Please accept my sincere condolences. Ann Richards
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Françoise Bâby posted a condolence
Sunday, May 31, 2020
“Had I known you were under 18, I wouldn’t have hired you.”
I remember the words well. Mr. Scowen had recruited me as his secretary a few weeks before the byelection in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce that secured his seat as an MNA in 1978. Thank goodness I hadn’t let on sooner that I was 17!
My workspace was in a small room equipped with an electric typewriter in the Scowen family home, just a block away from my own. I remember meeting most (all?) of his children and picking lettuce from the backyard. Ever the gentleman, Mr. Scowen was a joy to work with: calm, warm and caring. Throughout my collegiate and university studies, I continued to work for him on a part-time basis at his N.D.G. office.
The last time we spoke on the phone, I was a young mother, and he was serving as Quebec’s delegate general to New York.
It saddens me that his family, who meant so much to him, was unable to be by his side at this crucial time. Life can be cruel even to the best of people.
What a privilege to have known him! Let’s cherish the memories.
Françoise Bâby
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Kathy Thibault posted a condolence
Sunday, May 31, 2020
Dearest Amy and family - my deepest sympathies on the loss of this incredible man. It is never easy to lose a loved one and losing a beloved father and grandfather during this most difficult time makes us even more aware of his devotion to his family, friends and community. Fond memories will warm your hearts and bring needed smiles.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Thibault
Ex-Mercer
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Carole Edgar posted a condolence
Sunday, May 31, 2020
I would like to send my sincere message to Mary Anne, Amy, Peter, Sarah and Kate; Cynthia Ryan; Lee and all the Campione family; Phil and Monique, Mary and their family. You are all part of such a warm and loving family created by Aunt Eulah and Uncle Phil and I feel so lucky that I was fortunate to have been a small part ‘on the edge’ as Gordon Edgar’s wife and so a cousin by marriage to all of you. A highlight of our summer was spending some time with the Scowen Family in North Hatley, Quebec. You all have wonderful memories to share with one another. Losing such a dear person during this pandemic is especially hard as last visits were impossible. Sending ‘virtual hugs’ to all of you from Gord's and my family; Greg, Bruce, Beverley, and Daphne and their families. Carole Edgar
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Connie posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2020
Kate
Friday night I was listening to AIH and heard your Dad passed away. My sincere condolences in the loss of your Dad. I understand your Dad was living in Toronto for the past few years, allowing you and the girls time to be with your Dad, no doubt you’ll be forever grateful for this time together.
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May your sadness be comforted by your fond and loving family memories.
Be patient and kind to yourself.
Connie Letton
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Tara Sermer posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad , I have so many Fond memories of him , he was a wonderful father . Thinking of you ,
Tara Limongelli-Sermer
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Brent Scowen uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, May 30, 2020
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Amy, Peter, Sarah and Kate. I was sad to hear the news this week..
My condolences to all of you and your children on Reed's passing.
I had the chance to visit him several times in the last few years and we had lovely chats together.
God bless all of you.
Love Aunt Mary
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Brent Scowen uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, May 30, 2020
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Dear Amy, Peter, Sarah, Kate and families.
Our condolences to all of you on the passing of your father and grandfather.
I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to spend time with your father in the last years since his arrival in Toronto. We visited together several times and on occasion with my mother. His hospitality and charm were ever present. He always showed genuine interest in our lives and stories.
Thinking in the moment of your father, I will remember his courage most, battling Parkinson and trying to live the fullest life he could. He always seemed to have projects on the go and rejoiced in the life’s you and your children were leading.
It has not been easy for your father or for any of you in the last many years. Your devotion to him and his care gave him a beautiful and full life as he battled his disease. I hope this brings you some comfort as you reflect on your dad and his life. You’ve done him very proud.
God bless your father and all of you at this time. May Uncle Reed Rest in Peace.
Released from the shackles of his disease I imagine him to be overjoyed in the reunion with his Mom and Dad. They have lots to catch up on.
We look forward to celebrating his life with all of you in North Hatley whenever that day comes.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love Brent Scowen, Janice and family.
PS .. photo May 9,1987
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Denise Robert posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, May 30, 2020
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Dear Lee, Philip, Amy, Sarah, Peter, Kate, and respective families, my deepest sympathies go to all of you. Some of the best moments of my life were shared with Reed and you all. My treasure chest is full of wonderful memories of those times. I am very thankful for that. I miss you all and forever will miss Reed.
Denise Robert
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Gordon Edgar posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2020
I last saw cousin Reed at Dad's funeral service in Stanstead, QC - July 2, 2001. I knew he had been struggling with Parkinson's for the last few years. I'm so proud to have known him and to be his 1st cousin. My condolences to all his family and many friends and I plan to be at his service later in the year. Gordon Edgar
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robertbenoit1944@gmail.com posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2020
A la famille de Reed Scowen
Nous avons connu Reed au moment de son arrivé au Partie Libéral du Québec.
Nous nous sommes côtoyé pendant de nombreuses années, discuter, organiser, aspirer,
débattre, écrire, visiter, voyager, présenter, bref une vie sans fin celle de la politique.
Pour Gisèle et moi Reed à toujours été un model d’homme politique,
ses convictions on prévalue tout au long de sa vie politique,
il fut un model pour défendre sa communauté, en comprenant les aspirations
des francophones du Canada.
Il étais heureux de ses racines des
Cantons de l’Est et a aider sa communauté.
Qu’il repose en paix .
Gisèle & Robert Benoit
Austin QC
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Deb MacLeod posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2020
I met your Dad at Hazelton Place where he was a good friend to my father, Lloyd. He was such a lovely man and I remember thinking how lucky my father was to make a new friend so late in his life. Although they both had Parkinson's Disease, I think that their true bond was their interest in the world. My father was very impressed by your father's literary accomplishments and they enjoyed talking about politics and the current events of the day. We all went to Morton's for a steak one night and I had the pleasure of sitting by your father. I loved every minute of it and am so grateful that my father had such a good friend. I am so sorry that he died during the pandemic. My sympathies go out to all of you.
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Carole Prussin Blank posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2020
Dear Scowen Family,
Many careers ago, when the trees outside of Perkins were just hopeful sticks, I was part of the marketing department for the Perkins candle line. I had the pleasure of working for Reed for several years. It was a challenging job which I enjoyed tremendously.
I was flooded with memories when I heard the sad news of his passing. Please know that my thoughts and heart are with you at this difficult time. How wonderful that his contribution in so many areas will ensure that he always be remembered. Not many of us leave a enduring mark in this world.
In deepest sympathy, Sincerely,
Carole Prussin Blank
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Karma Hallward posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2020
So sorry to read about the passing of your Dad. I am certain I met him years and years ago! He certainly had an interesting life and I know that you all spent a lot of quality time with him.
So difficult not to have seen him because of covid. Thinking of you all during this difficult and sad time.
Karma XOXO
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Annis Campione posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2020
Dear Amy, Peter, Sarah, Kate, Mary Anne, Cynthia and Families - sending love and hopes we can gather in North Hatley together soon. With Love xoxoxo Annis
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Saturday, May 30, 2020
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Dear Amy, Peter, Sarah and Kate,
I am so very sad that Uncle Reed has died, though I am glad it means the end of his suffering. His spirit is HUGE and will live on and on as he touched so many lives, mine included. I am sending you all a ton of love and virtual hugs to support you in your grief and I HOPE I will be able to see you in North Hately when the time comes.
Love,
Angie
P.S. Best friends enjoying dinner in Montreal!
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Bruno Fortier posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2020
M. Reed Scowen était comme moi originaire de Sherbrooke comme moi. Il était très bien éduqué et jouissait d'une certaine aisance sociale et certainement patrimoniale. Sa famille provenait de la dernière lignée des patrons anglophones de l'industrie des pâtes et papiers du Québec . De là , Reed Scowen aimait le Québec, les Cantons de l'Est, l'Université Bishop's et la communauté de North -Hatley vers laquelle il sera porté en terre dans les prochains mois. De cet héritage privilégié et de son action politique singulier comme député de Notre-Dame-de-Grâce depuis 1978 jusqu'au milieu des années 1980 il a compris sa mission ; mitiger les différences entre les anglophones ( et SA communauté dont il était un leader ) et le mouvement nationaliste conduit par le Parti québécois au pouvoir , promouvoir l'excellence pour permettre au PLQ de conduire à nouveau le Québec et promouvoir la culture ainsi que l'industrie du Québec comme représentant du gouvernement Bourassa à New York et après au Royaume-Uni. maisons mères des compagnies internationales pour accroitre leurs investissements au Québec et lier la promotion du Québec à l'expression de sa culture dans les grandes capitales du monde. Ces recettes sont encore prédominantes dans l'ABC de la promotion internationale du Québec et Reed Scowen en fut parmi les créateurs. Que Reed Scowen puisse reposer en paix à North Hatley, que sa réflexion puisse s'y poursuivre et que ses valeurs soient continuées pour le mieux être du Québec qu'il a marqué si originalement, sincèrement et singulièrement
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David Birnbaum posted a condolence
Saturday, May 30, 2020
Dear friends and family of Reed Scowen,
Please accept my sympathies upon Reed’s passing. As Executive Director of Alliance Quebec during his brief time as Chairman, I learned so much — not without some heartburn and angst — from his imaginative, lucid and, yes, stubborn leadership. Like him, I have served as an MNA and Parliamentary Assistant to the Premier. His example has often guided me. His profound life-long conviction that the aspirations of English- and French-speaking Quebecers can and must be compatible is one that should continue to inspire all of us. I’m glad to have known him. I hope you will all be comforted by fond memories of his long life.
David Birnbaum
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Dearest cousins,
Sending all our love to you and your families. Looking forward to gathering the Scowen clan in North Hatley as soon as we are able to celebrate Reed’s life and legacy which were significant. In the meantime, peace to you all and our deepest sympathies. He will be missed.
Love,
Martha, Bill and Benjamin
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Christine Collins lit a candle
Friday, May 29, 2020
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To my uncle, godfather Reed,
This is as you called me Christina saying to you may you Rest In Peace. Your suffering is over now. I hope you find peace and love where ever you may be. Say hi to the folks up there for me. To the family we are sending our love and condolences to you from New Mexico. We will be thinking of you during this difficult time. Stay well and love you all. Tony, Christina, Alissa and Logan.
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The family of Reed Scowen uploaded a photo
Friday, May 29, 2020
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