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I was a former student of his at Edison School. Just today my mother was curious to see what ended up happening to him (we always thought he had just moved away from Willow park when pursuing his masters). To say coming across this page was a stunner would be an understatement and was definitely a moving moment. Still remember your great sense of humour and sick breakdance moves even if 10 years have passed.
Anyways, condolences to his family. You passed far too early.
Shocked and saddened to hear of this. My condolences to all of Derek’s people. Corinne, I’m very sorry for your loss.
I am so very sorry Corinne and family. My heart breaks. Sincere sympathies to you.
Veronica
Kim, you’ve been in my thoughts and prayers so much since I learned of your brother’s passing. I hope the love and support of your friends and family and your many memories of Derek bring you comfort. Take care.
Kerry (Keith) Stukenborg
Corrine, please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. The influence that Derek had on you each and every day was evident in your super positive approach to life and how you treated every one who came in touch with you. Derrick’s personality and approach to life was mirrored in the two of you. God bless.
Phil & Karen Matthias
Corrine, my deepest condolences to you and your family. Derek was taken far too soon. You wrote a beautiful tribute to him. He was certainly a very special guy. A big hug for you.
Our dear Corinne: Life works in such mysterious ways which are simply unexplainable & extremely unfair! Treasure all relationship moments going forward, all of your amazing memories & the love and laughter you both shared, & carry them with you in every breath you take, every thought, every step, every prayer, know he will always be with you by your side! Our sincere condolences,
Nicole Laurin & Dwayne MacPherson
My Sincere Condolences are sent to you and your family, Corrine.
My you remember and keep in your heart all the good times and laughter you shared with Derek and may those memories give you strength at this immensely difficult time.
Big Hugs.
Liz and I send our condolences to Derek’sloved ones, Time is a very precious gift, some people use the time they are give to improve themselves, some use their time to make the world a better place,.. We did not know Derek personally, yet reading the words of so many, all express such profound loss, is a testement of the giving, caring, person Derek was.
Such a loss on so many levels. My deepest condolences to you and your family Corinne.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Corinne. The world will miss a special person with Derek’s passing.
Truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all your family lay.
Corrine, our deepest condolences to you and our family.
Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family, Corinne. Derek will be missed by many.
Corinne, You and Derek have been a great mentor to me for the past 7 years. Derek’s beautiful soul, creative mind and passion will always be remembered. Just a few weeks ago we were sitting on my couches laughing And drinking wine talking about paint colours, the us election, our upcoming trips, the board of education, how both of you were hopeless romantics and stating that I wanted to “be like Corinne when I grow up” without you and derek I wouldn’t have my home. Derek and you have always been for me helping me fight my battles and celebrating my success. i thank both you and Derek for the mentorship and encouragement you have given to me. I’m so sorry for your loss, and my heart goes out to you and your entire family. Derek’s love for you, his whimsical choice of wording and his smile will always be cherished.
Corinne lots of hugs in this difficult time, I pray for you and your family.
So sudden, so sad. Corinne, David and Kim we are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember Derek’s belly flops in the pool at the house in Burlington. He loved to entertain all the younger cousins and they loved him for it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
I was sad to hear about the tragic death of Derek Lawson. I send his family my sincere condolences.
I am always confused why a giving and loving person should leave this world so soon…with so much left undone. My heartfelt condolences to Corinne and respective families. Peace and blessings.
Corinne, my love is with you. Derek was our joy.
What a touching tribute to Derek. Love to attend the service but will not be able to attend because of the lock swap session at CREB. I will drop off a cheque at the office for the Calgary Syrian Refugees. My thoughts, prayers and condolences be with you at this difficult time.
I’m simply at a loss for words when someone as youthful and vibrant as Derek is taken so swiftly and unexpectedly. My deepest condolences to Corinne, the Lawson and Lyall families and all those close to Derek.
Corinne. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this so sad time. Hugs to you
Derek tirelessly and creatively taught physics through the building of soapbox derby cars in Okotoks. His students followed him around like little ducklings. He lives on through the confidence he instilled in those children, my daughter included. So sorry for your loss.
Ken Cheryl and Lindsay
So sorry to here of your sudden loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
God bless
Dawn Whitworth
Dave Marriner
My deepest condolences to Derek’s family and friends. Derek will be greatly missed by all.
Corrine, my heart breaks for you. I did not know Derek but with your zest for life I am sure he was a wonderful man. Words can not express how sorry I am. Much love to you from Ontario and the McQuirters will be thinking of you.
It is so sad to lose a loved one.
May you be blessed with many happy memories of his love and life.
My deepest condolences Corinne. Love and peace to you and your family. xo
Corinne and family.
We are Ed and Judy McCready,Tony and Diane’s best travelling buddies.
We were so saddened to hear about Derek. Please accept our sincere
condolences. It’s at a time like this that family and friends are there to
offer you comfort and support.
Ed and Judy
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Derek’s loved ones, especially Corinne. Deepest condolences and long distance hugs.
Derek will surely be missed. Our thoughts go out to Corinne and the rest of the family.
Sincerest condolences to both families and friends. Our thoughts an prayers are with you.
My deepest condolences and sincerest sympathies. Derek and I shared an apartment at Mount Allison and shared many memories on the rugby pitch. It’s been many years since I last saw Derek. He was a talented person with a kind heart and a real love for life. He is missed!
My most heartfelt condolences to Derek’s family and his wife Corinne. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Corrine, my sincere sympathies to you and your family at this very sad and difficult time. I was so saddened to hear of Derek’s sudden passing from Diane and Tony. Words seem to be so inadequate at such a sad time … our family and friends, however, will always be there to help comfort and support us. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers… he was dear fellow and will be sorely missed.
Karen
My deepest condolences to Corrine for the sudden departure of your wonderful husband Derek. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dear Corinne and Family
My deepest condolences to you at this sad and difficult time. I always looked forward to visiting with Derek at the many real estate/business dinners and parties with you both. Our conversations usually centred around our shared interest in children and their development and learning, and I always came away learning something from
Derek and being inspired by his passion for people. You appeared to be a couple who loved to learn together, share time with friends and family, and travel the world. I know it will be hard to go on without him Corinne, but you lived such a full and passionate life that you will have many memories to cherish of your life with Derek.
The world has lost one of the good ones. My condolences to his family . I will celebrate his life Montreal style on November 26th.
To all Derek’s family, I send my love and deep sorrow for his passing. Derek was always a staple presence at the Benchmark family get-togethers. Always rather quiet it seemed, but could be drawn into a short conversation when coaxed. He will be missed!
We are so sorry to hear of Derek’s passing. Love and hugs to you Corinne and family who he always spoke so highly of during his time with my son at Edison School. Derek’s passion for teaching and inspiring the kids will never be forgotten. Blessings, Stride Family
So sad to read this. I knew Derek back when he was a part of the North Shore Mustangs football team. Lots of fun memories and so nice to read that he had a wonderful life helping and teaching others. Rest in peace, Derek.
My deepest condolences. I remember Derek fondly as teammates at John Abbott College. Although we lost touch afterwards, I am so happy to see that he lived a life so full and touched so many people.
The only people for me are the mad ones,the ones who are mad to live, mad to talk, mad to be saved, desirous of everything at the same time, the ones who never yawn or say a common place thing, but burn, burn, burn, like fabulous yellow roman candles exploding likes spiders across the stars.
Corinne you are in my thoughts and heart. Andrea
My deepest sumpathies to Corinne , the Lyall and Lawson familes and all of Derek’s friends. Derek was taken far too soon, all his great attributes will sadly missed but not forgotten. I love the video of Derek being a volunteer driver’s ed teacher, so giving! RIP Derek.
My heart goes out to all of you at this difficult time. Sending my thoughts and prayers that this sad time is made more bearable by the love and closeness of family. Thinking of you Corinne.
My thoughts are with the family and friends. I worked with Derek at Royal LePage (SunLife); he was a great cubicle partner and surprisingly, could break dance.
I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIS MISCHEVIOUS GOOD HUMOUR. MY FAMILY AND I WERE SADDENED BY HIS PASSING BUT KNOW HE LOVED AND WAS LOVED BY ALL THAT KNEW HIM.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Derek’s family and friends. He was a great man, and fun spirited and with the kindest of hearts.
Sad news. Derek will be missed by his family and friends from near and far. We remember him fondly and send out sincere condolences to Corrine as well as my brother David and Derek’s sister Kim.
Corinne, I am shocked and saddened by the news that Derek has passed away. It must be so hard for you. My sincerest prayers are with you and your family at this time. May God strengthen and comfort you.
Donna Banks
Our deepest condolences to his family and his wife Corinne. Derek was a thoughtful individual with a kind personality. We remember him well from Baie D’Urfe and from his football days. The entire Levesque clan from New Brunswick and Montreal pass along our deepest thoughts during these difficult times. May you celebrate his wonderful life in the days to come.
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