Condolences
Sending our heartfelt condolences to Twyla, Corie and families. It was a pleasure to know you both and your beautiful mother. She was truly beautiful inside and out. Take care - Jaime, Vanessa, Alice and Tedale (and team).
Darlene has truly been a great friend. She knew how to make the best of any circumstance and even make it fun! Never for even a moment did she let adversity stand in her way. Darlene had a strong faith and she loved serving the Catholic Church. Being able to do Pastoral Ministry was something near and dear to her heart as she often spoke about it. Being able to share traveling experience with Darlene and John created so many memorable moments to cherish. We went exploring and shopping in foreign markets looking for treasures to bring back to our kids and friends. We prayed and attended Mass together. We played games and shared cookies and tea. We always think of Darlene and John when we travel without them now; it's just not the same. We would like to express our gratitude for the wonderful and loving care they gave to Darlene so that she could remain at home to the end. We are offering prayers on Darlene's behalf and for her children, grandchildren, and friends who all miss her deeply. May all of us who mourn her passing find comfort in the care we share with each other!
My condolences Twyla, Corie, and family, on the passing of your dear Mom. Darlene and I worked together over 40 years ago, but reunited our friendship only six years ago, not realizing we would both be widows within two years. She was a blessing to me with her wise pastoral counsel and we shared many laughs over our daily telephone “happy hours” during the the worst time of COVID isolation in 2020. She met every problem as a challenge, and a favourite phrase was “come on now”. It sometimes was meant for others, but often for herself, telling herself “you can do this”. On one conversation she wondered why she was still here, and what the Lord’s purpose was for surviving longer than given. I think it was to set an example for the rest of us of faith and courage and how even though she was suffering longer than most knew, she was still comforting and thinking of others. I can still hear her infectious laugh. You will be dearly missed my friend.
Myrna LeBlanc
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