Condolences
1 Corinthians 4:2 "Moreover, it is required of stewards that they remain faithful."
Vincella was given stewardship over many things and she remained faithful to these, especially to her calling and election as a child of God.
Having completed her work here, she can now revel in the welcoming arms of her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ- "well done good and faithful servant"
To her family:
May you be comforted by the precious promises from Jesus Himself who promised to be with His own and with Christmas approaching, what a time to recall Emmanuel God with us. As you grieve, may God sprinkle your hearts and faces with His abundant grace. And, may your memories of Vincella continue to warm your hearts and make you smile.
Virginia Somersall
I was an honor to have been mentored by Vincella some years ago. She was knowledgeable, hard working, caring, humble, and had a great sense of humor. I admired her passion for education and life long learning. She will be missed and remembered fondly. Sending my deepest condolences to Vincella’s family and friends.
It is with a very heart I write this in memory of Doc as I lovingly call her. I couldn’t believe it when I heard of her death. But one thing is for sure, Doc you fought the good fight of faith. You were steady snd consistent in your walk with God. So I know with no doubt in my mind you are now in heaven. I will really miss you. I never knew the last time we spoke will be the last. Wow you get get your crown and rejoice with the Lord. Forever missed in my heart
My heart hurts to say goodbye dear friend, you will be so deeply missed by our community and by all the lives you've graciously touched.
Dr. Vincella Thompson was nothing short of an amazing, accomplished and inspiring woman who was one of the most genuine, honest and delightful people I've ever had the pleasure, and was so proud to know in Fort Mcmurray. From first meeting her while volunteering for regional science fair events, to working with her at Keyano College in more recent years, she was always such a beautiful and solid person, mentor to many including to myself, as it was simply in her nature to be and to do so.
Im so very grateful to have crossed paths with this compassionate woman who genuinely took time to look out for others with no shortage of helpful advice that was always topped with an important reminder of carpe diem, or 'sieze the day and enjoy life while you can', a phrase I was not surpirsed to hear, and brought comfort during the beautiful service in her memory today.
A wise woman with a unique and unforgettable sense of humour, witty and sharp, and always complimented by her beautiful smile that lit up any room! Truly have far too many good and wonderful things to be able to share all of them here. While Im so very saddened to understand we will not see one another again.
Vincella's legacy will remain a pillar in the community, the heart and work of which could have only been done by her and her unique abilities, and dedication.
My heartelt and most sincerest of condolences going out to her family and to all those who loved her. Sending love, thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort to you all.
I feel were parting too soon and I will always remember you fondly Vincella, as we miss your presence on this earth, we know the Heavens are rejoicing greatly to recieve a most wise and beautiful soul.
Vincella was a one of a kind woman of God. Our deepest condolences to you: Peter, Sarah, Jenny and your families. May God bless you and keep you each in his care as you go forward without your mom. With love from John and Anna Marie Mywaart
Rehoboth Alliance and the Afro-Canadian Community of Fort McMurray sends our heartfelt condolences to the children and family of Dr. Vincella Thompson of blessed memories.
May her soul rest in peace and may the comfort of the Holy Spirit be with the entire family.
I am very saddened and very sad to hear that a very good friend, a mentor is no longer around when I wanted an encouragement to lift me up when I’m feeling down. What hurt me most is that I didn’t know that she was sick and don’t even get the chance to say goodbye. Thank yo so much Dr. Vincella for getting to know you. Thank you setting such a good example of how to be a follower of Christ. You always stand for the truth and never afraid to say it. You have fought the good fight of faith! And I know you’re in a better place now, resting in the arms of your Creator. I love you so much and I will forever miss you. Until we meet again.
To her family she left behind, my sincerest condolence. May you find comfort knowing that she’s in a better place now.
It’s still doesn’t feel real that you’re gone. We met at MGA when I first moved to Fort McMurray in 2014. You were funny and so welcoming. Over the years you’ve shared your wisdom and given encouragement in various areas of life. I remember sitting in front of you on Sundays at church hearing your commentaries during the services, praying with you and learning so much about interceding in the spirit. Serving on the missions committee and being a mentor. You helped keep me grounded in my faith. I loved hearing your views on things and you never held back always keeping things real. Thank you for being a pilar of strength when needed. For being a powerful woman of God and a consistent friend. Love you. Missing you.
I was saddened to hear of the passing of beautiful Vincella. We were high school friends and also went on to the same university. Vincella was selfless, humble and humorous. I remember how she took time, when she came to Toronto in 2013 to visit my Dad after Mom died. She embraced friends of ours that came to live in Fort McMurray. We extend condolences during this time of bereavement to the entire family. Althea Forrester
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Vincella’s passing. I had the privilege of working with Viincella on the “Dream Team” at the public school district. She had a wonderful sense of humour, was a committed prayer warrior and a beautiful lady, inside and out.
One year we gave her a fireman’s hat at our year end party because as she said, she was always running around the District “putting out fires”.
Sending my heartfelt condolences and prayers to her family.
I still can't believe I'm about to write this but here goes. We met 8 years ago right at Keyano in the hall way and with your sweet Jamaican accent you echoed "how your face look like that" and then you made your laugh, I can hear it right now :). You had no idea what I was going through in that moment and just hearing that from you changed my life completely. I THANK YOU
You have been in my life every since and you just love on me and my family and you also allowed us to love on you. I THANK YOU . You had a heart of GOLD and I will forever treasure every moments we share, every talks we had and every laugh and tears we shared. Vincella, thank you for always being there. You know what I love most about you.......you were a God fearing woman and I am so happy you are resting in the arms of your Saviour. The girls misses you a lot especially Amanda and Amoya and you will forever be in our .....Rest well Vinny.......We love you
“Mama V” as I fondly called you, I miss you so much. I was so broken when I heard of your passing. Thank God for our hope in Christ because I would love to see my Mama V again someday. Thank you for being a friend, mother, mentor. Thank you for your love for Christ and the servanthood spirit you shared with us. I’ve been reminiscing on our numerous conversations in your office, our lunch dates, the phone calls and how can I forget sitting right next to you at church and the sense of warmth and peace your presence brings! I thank God for giving you as a gift to so many of us. I pray that the Almighty God will comfort your children, family members and all the loved ones mourning the loss of your physical presence. We love you and words cannot describe it! Continue to rest in the bosom of our Heavenly Father. Good night my dearest Mama V.. till we meet to part no more.. Sleep well..
Your dearest Busayo
To Peter, Sarah, Jenny and Families.
On behalf of our family, Diane and I want to offer our sincerest condolences on the passing of your Mom.
We feel words cannot express the loss we feel from the sudden passing of such a special lady, your mom. We can only imagine what your families are experiencing and the vacant place left by her. As you have said your mom was someone special to so many in the roles she filled within the home, church and places of employment that your mom was involved in.
In reading her obituary you have done a tremendous job, as difficult as it must have been, to eloquently put in words an expression of love your mother was to so many.
I personally, am one of those people that she mentored and I am glad to call her my friend, through our lifetime in Fort McMurray. I came to meet your mother, as you probably are aware as a teacher and principal of Fort McMurray Christian School and I was impressed from the first meeting with her. From that meeting and until she left this earth she gave her all, to those she came in contact with and she was more concerned with the welfare of people, doing whatever she could to help them. She was willing to give all to us as we made our move as a family from Newfoundland to Fort McMurray in 1998.
We are and were ever so thankful for her dedication and taking direction from God in making contact with me on behalf of the FMCS community. I on a number of occasions was sure to tell her how much I appreciated her and her Faith in God. The last time I spoke with her I again thanked her for being open to the prompting of the Holy Spirit of God in contacting us.
As you mourn and celebrate the loss of your mom during this time I just pray that you will cherish the times that you’ve had and will learn and continue to cherish those memories. She was a beautiful lady and I look forward to the day when we will all be united in heaven again.
God's continued blessings today and in the weeks and months to come.
Sorry Diane and I are unable to attend as we are presently in Newfoundland where I have taken a teaching position for the remainder of this year. Thank you as well for the opportunity to watch the service online
Joe and Diane Champion Charlottetown Labrador
Dr. Vincella lived a life of sowing and giving to fellow humans as much as it within her capacity to do. My family is a beneficiary of her generosity. You have fought a good fight, you have finished your course, you have kept the faith. Rest in peace in the bosom of your Lord.
The good Lord will keep and sustain your children and children's children.
Tony and Lydia Aruleba
Sending my heartfelt condolences to the Thompson family and friends. I came to know and greatly admire Vincella first when she taught my youngest son, Paul, in grade one at Clearwater school. He fondly remembers the Jamaica celebration your Mom used as a way to celebrate her roots and expand those little, developing minds.
Following this I had the good fortune to work along side her on the consulting team for the Fort McMurray Public school board. She was a kind, compassionate, fun loving colleague and I learned many things from her. Vincella inspired us all to work hard, reach our potential, and make a positive difference for the children, families and programs we shared. Vincella was always looking for ways to create opportunities others to grow.
She will be greatly missed.
So Sorry, Peter, Sarah, Jennifer & your families for the loss of your vivacious & loving Mother. She was my encouraging & loving friend. Our paths haven't crossed much in the years since you have all grown up & my children have grown up, but we were there for one another every since we met each other in 1982. We will miss her here, but I'm glad her suffering was short & she can see Christ & all the friends & family that have also passed away in the last few years. God Be With You All. Sherri (and Phil), Meagher from Fort McMurray
My deepest sympathy to Vincella's whole family!
I was so shocked to hear of your mother's passing. She has been a wonderful prayer partner (by phone) for the past five years. We met on the board of Clearwater College and agreed to come together in prayer for the college. It was through this time of praying together we became friends and continued to pray together once we both us had finished our terms on the board. We had many laughs and share our hearts with each other. Her wisdom and life experience was always welcome and so valued. She was such a wonderful woman of integrity, grace and Godly wisdom. I was so blessed by the gift of her friendship.
She is greatly missed as is our time of prayer together. I rejoicing in knowing she is with our Lord and Savior and she is loving up on her King as she see Him face to face at last.
May you sense the presence of the Holy Spirit bring comfort an peace to you during this time of mourning and loss.
Shannon Payne (Vincelle's Monday night prayer partner)
I remember when I was attending Keyano College she would always encouraged me. After graduation she tool a few of my classmates and I for dinner to celebrate the milestone. My condolences to the family, she was wonderful
I was in the 2009-2011 education cohort at Keyano and without Vincella I wouldn’t have been. She was such an amazing person and always made time to listen even with her busy schedule. She will be missed.
We will miss Vincella both in the community and at Keyano College. Our sympathies go out to the family. Cynthia and Neil O’Donnell
My sincere condolences to all of the Thompson family on the passing of such an amazing woman. Many years ago when I worked with the Fort McMurray School District I had the pleasure of having Vincella as a mentor working with Special Needs in various schools. She was always there for all the Education Assistants and her guidance and kindness and yes her sense of humour got me through many years. She loved the special children and did everything she could to meet their needs. She was a remarkable woman and will be forever missed by her family and her many friends. Fly with the Angels sweet Vincella your work here on earth is done but I’m sure God has more plans for you in Heaven.
Barbara Somers
Stony Plain, AB.
Everyone who knew Vincella felt her warmth the minute you were in her presence.. there's just no other way to describe it, she had a presence. If you had children and lived in Fort McMurray, you probably had the pleasure of knowing her. She was involved in my children's lives from their Educare preschool days. Vincella made every interaction you had with her lovely, gentle, reassuring and helpful...she just seemed to know what you needed to hear, even if you didn't. She was a beautiful and kind soul who has changed lives and paved the way for others to continue to do the same. Our heartfelt and big Vincella hugs go out to all who will miss her. ♥️
I went back to school at a later age to complete the Management Diploma at Keyano College. Working full-time and raising three children meant that going back to school was not an easy task. When I was at the college I would often see Vincella and stop to talk with her. When convocation day finally arrived, Vincella was on the stage to greet the graduates and hand out their diplomas. When it was my turn to walk across the stage, I reached my hand out to shake Vincella's, but she surprised me by drawing me into a warm hug. She said, "You have worked so hard to achieve this. You should be very proud." This is how I will always remember Vincella. She was an inspiration to those around her and the world has become a better place because she was in it.
Vincella was a wonderful accomplished woman and most importantly an evangelist bringing the message of Christ to many including yours truly. I am grateful that the Lord placed her in my path along the way. Our condolences to her family all of whom will no doubt continue to shine that same bright light that their mother brought to the people around her.
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