I send my sincere condolences to Bob and Johann and the rest of the family.

I first met Elsie around 50 years ago in Calgary shortly after she and Bob were married.

Bob and I had been best friends in school in Calgary and I still considered him to be my best friend at the time of his untimely death in Campbell River.

During the early 1960’s in Calgary we got together occasionally and Elsie always treated me like a member of the family….loved those home cooked meals!

I even had the opportunity to babysit a few times….a risky venture on her part!

During those years, it was inspiring to see how much Bob and Elsie cared for each other as well as how much they complemented each other.

Thank you Bob and Johann for giving me the opportunity to get together one last time last year.

I am sincerely sorry for your loss. I hope you are comforted knowing that Elsie had a rich life. Elsie truly loved her family. In return she received the love and admiration of her family and many friends.

FOr Johann and Bob and family,

I am so sad to hear that Elsie no longer can send her smile out to all. She was a delight; just a fascinating woman. My heart goes out to you both and your loved ones; I know how hard it is to lose your mother; there is just nothing that can ever be the same after that….

From the heart, sending love and warmth, Chris

Am very saddened to hear of Elsie’s passing. I knew Elsie while I worked at Bethany. She was a lovely, caring lady who made the world a better place for so many. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

I have known Elsie as long as I can remember. I worked for many many years in her company. I watched and learned how she would give the most honest and heart felt care to everyone that needed anything, no matter how small or large. It saddens me to know that she was the sickest of all. That just wasn’t fair. I didn’t go to the funeral, I spent the day walking the corridors in her footsteps and doing it just like Elsie would. I miss her too. So to all who love her please except my heart felt sympathy . CHERYLL

Sincere condolences on the loss of Elsie – my parents thought the world of Elsie. Her loss will be felt by many – she sounded like someone I would have loved to get to know.

Regards,

Betty daughter of Will and Liline Nugent

To Bob and Johann,

We were very sad to hear about your great loss. Elsie will be greatly missed by all of us and I am so glad I had the chance to know her as she will be missed dearly. She was a very special lady that touched many lives!

Amyn, Farah and family.

I met Bob and Elsie many years ago here in Campbell

River a year or two before Bob’s passing. We had several mutual friends here…..

Aiden……………….

Bob and Johann:

I am truly sorry your Mother has passed away. I am certain that she will be watching over you and the rest of your families, beside your Father.

A candle was lit in your Mother’s memory in St Paul’s Cathedral here in London, UK – I am sorry I can’t be there at this time. My thoughts go out to you and yours.

John

May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time.

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Trinidad Drilling

Mexico Office

Dear Bob, Johann, and all of Elsie’s family,

Please accept my sincere condolences and prayers for dear Elsie.

Elsie was a beautiful friend and also the person I modeled myself after when I met her at the Bethany Care Centre many years ago. She was full of love and laughter, and she brightened the lives of everyone she looked after with such caring and kindness.

When I was living in Montgomery, Elsie and I took walks with Brandi in the beautiful park near her house, talked and shared our stories, and laughed, and visited everyone on the path.

Many many people were touched by Elsie, by her wonderful smile, by the way she reached out to them, and by her genuine caring for them. I will be one of many who misses her dearly.

Words are adequate to express the sadness we feel when we love someone, but please accept these wishes for comfort in your loss.

May God’s peace and comfort be with all of you.

Judy Hanrahan

Dear Bob And Johann,

Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your mother.

I had the great privilege of your Mum’s warmth and hospitality, when I first came to Vancouver Island in the early 80’s.

I remember her laugh well, and the story of driving downtown with the cat clinging to the roof.

I truly regret not seizing the opportunity to get to truly know her more, and the rest of you as well.

My thoughts and love go out to you.

Paul Desborough