Tribute Wall
In Memory of
Shirley Bernice Stewart
1928 - 2020
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Janice Walsh posted a condolence
Friday, January 15, 2021
Dearest Heather,
I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was a lovely woman who was always kind and welcoming
whenever we came to see you at her house. I am so grateful to her for giving us you and for all the wonderful memories that
we have shared.
Lots of Love,
Janice Walsh
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Mita Hoffer posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 29, 2020
Dear Linda, My mother, Pearl Seetner, and I would like to send you our deepest condolences. We are so sorry for your loss. May you have many warm memories. We send you a big hug. Pearl Seetner and Mita Hoffer
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Catherine Kent posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
Ted
Thank You for Reverend Don or your soothing words and prayers that has helped in making Mom’s journey special.
Catherine and I would like to thank all the family and friends for their kind messages and memories of Mom. The Passmores, Prices, A special thanks to the 48th Highlanders family for their contining support and recondition of all veterans’ and their families.
We have also received an outpouring of messages and prays from Holland, Scotland, Portugal, British Columbia, Orangeville, Lindsey and so many more. Mom would be shy about all the attention and say do not bother everything ok.
Catherine would also thank her community of deaf friends who could not be here with her today to honor her mother. Her closest friends have been providing her with messages of love and lots of air hugs.
A very special thanks to her Personal Support Workers who made every day at her new home comfortable and fun. Mom had to explain the use of hair rollers to them to their amazement and many laughs. She mothered and hugged them during their difficult days.
And thank you Revera staff for all your hard work to keep everyone safe and happy and a special thanks to the food service staff that would sneak ice cream to her all the time.
The Stewart’s adopted me as a son from the start.
Ross did not ask me to learn the pipes but Shirley taught me her tricks in the kitchen and how special Sunday night dinner were for the family. We have tried to reproduce her famous meat loaf, roast beef and but what was missing is the secret ingredient pinch of Mom.
As we looked at all the years of family pictures (that were a pain for me at the time) and a Stewart tradition we saw a common note of love from a beautiful soul.
Thank You all for sharing this day with Mon and remember she loved EVERY ONE.
And as John reminded us this week, we all need to pause and think. What would Shirley do.
Thank You Mom
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Catherine Kent posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
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Catherine Kent ( Stewart)
Always remembering every day as soon as I get out of the taxi from school, there would be mom at the door with Peanut butter and jam sandwiches for me...it was her way wanting to comfort me.
As I was born deaf with uncertain future, mom spent time searching and I always remember the knitted dolls she orders from Spencer Tracy school for the deaf from California. We would be in the garage with our little table and chairs for mom to teach me the words and to speak or identified. She was always patient and was surprised how independent I was and be able to venture out to the real world. She always had time to teach along with her two other daughters and busy life as homemaker and going to work later on.
She always taught us to enjoy life, travel and have fun. Also, I have inherited mom’s love of shopping and too many clothes. Lol
We were able to ensure that mom would not have to leave her Ferris Road and staying with her. Ted became her best roomie and shared the nightly cuppa of tea. We still have mom’s Corning ware tea pot. Ted won’t part with this tea pot.
Ted would hear our giggles between mom and I every night and hearing us saying good night at bedtime.
Also, can’t leave out candies or sweets that I would bring home and to see them disappear so quickly. When I would ask, mom and Ted would be pointing out and saying it was a mouse.
Mom had the heart of gold and would be saying to let go and love everyone with a smile. Right now, if I get cross or don’t want to do, I would stop now and ask myself what would mom say?
Families are number one priority to mom...she just loves to be surrounded by her nephews and nieces along with her brothers and sisters. Especially her granddaughters which she adored.
Thanking for all my cousins for keeping in touch with mom and inviting her out and especially to the annual cottage with my cousins. Also, the annual Remembrance Day luncheon at Swiss Chalet. She just loved so much and so happy.
It’s been so hard since March where I could not visit her every week. We made into a routine where Ted would call mom on behalf of me every night at 7:00 since March and right up to Wednesday night. It gave me comfort that she got our call and knew it would be us calling her at 7:00.
Also, with the pandemic mom and I could not hug even though when we visited her at outdoor visitation. First thing mom would ask the staff coming out if she could hug me. We couldn’t.
Knowing mom is up in heaven with dad along with all her loved one with lots of hugs and kisses.
Will miss mom forever and love her always.
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Wim en Diny Bosman lit a candle
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
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Dear Catherine, Linda , Heather and family,
It was a very nice service. Thank you for giving us the opportunity
to share this with you by livestream.
We loved and liked Shirley very much. Especially because of her good
humour and smile all the time.
We were glad that we hosted both Shirley and Ross in our house in Holland.
And also that we were so welcome at their house in Toronto .
We shared many happy moments together during our trips to Canada, in
Holland and other countries in Europe.
We will miss this wonderfull, kind and always so nicely dressed lady.
Bill and Dina Bosman Apeldoorn The Netherlands
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Wim en Diny Bosman lit a candle
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
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Onze herinneringen aan Shirley zijn die van een lieve, zachte, bijna altijd vrolijke vrouw.
We zijn er trots op dat zij meerdere malen bij ons in Nederland heeft doorgebracht.
Tijdens de bevrijdingsfeesten met de vele bijeenkomsten en daarna tijdens onze
tripjes naar Duitsland en Wenen.
Zij en haar man Ross en andere 48th Highlanders hebben jarenlang ons leven verrijkt.
We waarderen het dat wij via de livestream het afscheid van haar konden bijwonen.
We zullen haar niet vergeten.
Bill en Dina Bosman
Apeldoorn
Nederland
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Jacquie St. Louis posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
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Dearest sweet Catherine and Ted,
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Chrystal Nanan posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 23, 2020
To : Wonderful Linda
Grief never ends, but it changes.
It's a passage, not a place to stay.
Grief is not a sign of weakness nor a lack of faith.
Grief is the price of love
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
From : Chrystal Nanan
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Bruce Williamson posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Dear Catherine, Linda, Heather and family,
This is a loving and deservedly rich tribute to a wonderful person. Offering sympathetic thoughts and wishing you many happy memories of a full life well-lived.
Sincerely,
Bruce Williamson
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Mary, Bert and family posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Dear cousins, husbands and granddaughters.
We were so very sad to hear of Aunt Shirl’s passing. She will be greatly missed by all of us.
I will hold dear the Christmases, Thanksgivings and summers we spent together with your family, and my family will have special memories of her time with us at our yearly get-togethers. She was a best friend to Mom, and Dad’s best buddy after Mom passed; she always brought a ray of sunshine into our lives with her warmness and her infectious sense of humour.
I wish we could be there in person, as she has been for our family, when she delivered eloquent and sensitive eulogies for each of those who have passed. She always included a funny little anecdote to cheer us up. She was a true sweetheart.
You are in our hearts. Much love. Mary, Bert and family.
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Terri Wilfong posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Although I didn't know Shirl as well as many of my neighbors at Madeira Norte, I am saddened by her passing, but know that she had a full and happy life. Shirl was well loved and taken care of by her daughter and son-in-law Linda and John Finlay while in Florida and in Toronto. I would like to extend my condolences to Shirl's family.
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Mary Oliver posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Our condolences to the Stewart Family. Thank you Catherine for accompanying your Mom to our many IODE functions. We will all miss her welcoming smile and positive attitude. Mary and Dann Oliver
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Trudi stephens posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Dearest Catherine and Ted
We are deeply saddened to hear of your mom's passing. She was such a sweet, kind lady and I will always remember her for the beautiful smile!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and please accept our deepest condolences.
Thinking of you always
love Ray and Trudi Stephens
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Rob Eastwood pledged to donate to Covenant House
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
My heart and condolences go out to the entire family of dear Shirley. I will remember her forever.
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Carolyn Cochran posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
We have so many wonderful memories of times spent with Shirley. We still see Shirley’s smile. We hope that the family is also remembering special times spent with her. Our thoughts are with you..
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Joanne Duke posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
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Dearest Linda, John and family.... We send you our deepest condolences. Shirl was that special jewel put on the earth to bring joy to everyone on her journey of life. Her children and grandchildren continue Shirl's legacy. She had a long blessed life in Canada and Florida. She will be dearly missed but she will always be with you and remain in your hearts. Sending you hugs of strength filled with much love. Joanne Duke and Kenneth Proctor
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Peter MacLeod posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
From the 48th Pipes and Drums Association we send our condolences to the Stewart family--Shirley was a long time and active member of the Association, attending our yearly Wine and Cheese Socials with Catharine.
And also Eleanor and my personal condolences to the Stewart family.
Peter MacLeod
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Joseph Rosart posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
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May Shirley finally be able to sit in the sun with Ross and her friends once more, RIP Shirley, Please accept our condolences. Loving memories from the Rosart’s
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Gwen Walker uploaded photo(s)
Monday, December 21, 2020
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Gwen Walker posted a condolence
Monday, December 21, 2020
Sincere condolences to Heather, Linda, Catherine and families. I will always cherish the many times shared at 48th functions, parties, dinners and most especially fun times up at the lake. Your smile and loving embrace to us all will be missed. Rest in peace and Shirley. We will miss you... xo
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The family of Shirley Bernice Stewart uploaded a photo
Monday, December 21, 2020
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