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24th February 2013, 09:20 AM
#11
Dennis, so sad to hear of the loss of your dear wife, you are in our thoughts at this sad time.
Brian.
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24th February 2013, 09:46 AM
#12
so sorry for your loss dennis our thoughts are with you at this sad time. john/barbara
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24th February 2013, 04:29 PM
#13
Just spotted the sad news Den, Our thoughts are with you. Albert and Muriel.
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26th February 2013, 06:07 PM
#14
Thank you so much my friends.
Especially Vernon and Irene who have supported me over the past eight months.
And to John for the nice poem.
It is a week today that Fran passed away.
I miss her more each day.
Many thanks for the condolences.
Nice to have caring friends.
Den.
Fran McGuckin, passed away on the homesteadon February 19th after a heroic struggle with that damn cancer.
BornAugust 11, 1938, in Ireland, Annie Frances, was the youngest of eight.
Franbecame a registered nurse in England 1959. She continued her dedication to thepatients in Canada until 2000, finishing her career at Cumberland ExtendedCare, where many great friends were made.
InEngland, 1962, Fran married the love of her life Dennis McGuckin. They soon setoff in search of the good life in Western Canada. Landing first in Vancouver,then a few years in Prince Rupert and finally settling in the Comox Valley in1973.
Fran wasa great Friend, a wonderful Wife, a devoted Mother and a cherished Grandma. Shewas a talented knitter with many a baby kept warm by her creations. Franenjoyed skiing, was an amazing fish slayer and later found pleasure in golfing.She had been an active volunteer with the Red Cross and the Disabled Skiersover the years. Fran had Irish eyes that would smile for anyone and everyone.
Foreverremember by her best friend and husband, Dennis, son Simon, daughter Sara,Granddaughter Caylyn (Cam), numerous relatives overseas and many lovingfriends.
Thefamily wish to thank all those that supported us, offered comfort andcompassion, especially Dr Peter Gee for his above and beyond care, along withthe nurses.
ACelebration of Life will be held when the flowers are blooming, the sun isshining and the birds are singing, Frans favorite time of year.
The painof parting is nothing to the joy of meeting again
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26th February 2013, 06:13 PM
#15
A lovely Tribute to a Lovely Lady, Dennis, So sorry.
Brian.
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27th February 2013, 12:57 AM
#16
You were obviously both blessed, Dennis to have found each other. Keep strong with your memories.
Richard
Last edited by Richard Quartermaine; 27th February 2013 at 06:18 AM.
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27th February 2013, 01:03 AM
#17
I Cannot Share the Pain:
But to some extent understand,
Still hurts much, but am told the heartache will lessen.
Sad: K.
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27th February 2013, 01:24 AM
#18
Dennis
Sorry to hear of your sad loss please except my deepest sympathy
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27th February 2013, 05:11 AM
#19
The time goes so fast my friend (for Dennis)
Hello Dennis
The time goes so fast my friend,and although i wont profess to quite know how you feel right now,i can however hazard a guess,as i to have lost loved ones in the past,but to loose ones Soulmate,must be something very very different!
So all i can say at this time my friend is i know that the pain is still very present,but hopefully with time that will ease slowly,but although it may ease in time,i know that the memory and bonding love will never fade, so not to put too much on here,once again Dennis our Condolences,to you and Sara and the rest of the Family!
Please take care my friend,and i hope that you are coping as best you can.
Be strong and always remember that one day you will meet in a better place!
God Rest dear Fran ! You are and will be missed forever!
With love and respect
Vernon and Irene
PS A belated card is in the Mail!
Last edited by Doc Vernon; 27th February 2013 at 05:40 AM.
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27th February 2013, 05:22 AM
#20
Denis
, I was very sorry to hear of your great loss, they say that time heals all but the loss of such a close one will never fade from your memory, our thoughts are with you.
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