Sympathy Messages
I’m so very sorry to hear about Gerri’s passing….she was a very lovely lady and I always enjoyed chatting with her when we saw each other…actually, just had a nice, long chat a few weeks ago in GT…
Cherish your memories..
Hugs Diane
- Diane Kasner, on
July 24, 2023
I was so sorry to hear of Gerri's sudden passing. I knew Gerri in our teenage years and enjoyed seeing her at work at the Textile Center. In our later years we saw each other at Holy Name Church and always there in the same spot when attending Mass. I will miss seeing her there but will offer a prayer for the repose of her soul. May she rest in peace.
- Ines Robazza, on
July 24, 2023
Heartfelt condolences on the passing of Gerri. A ray of sunshine she was. Memories will hold her dear in your hearts.
- Linda Wilson, on
July 24, 2023
So sorry to hear of Gerri's passing. she was a great friend of my sister Merle so I got to know what a wonderful person she was. I always looked forward to visiting with Gerri whenever I visited my family in Kirkland. the community has lost a shining star.
- Brenda (Stoodley) Shantz, on
July 24, 2023
I know Gerri will be up there with Kevin both kidding each other who is the oldest, Gerri was my best friend since I was sixteen and yes Stella, I do miss her dearly, she was a wonderful friend , we were a foursome couple for many years . Gerri was a good mentor to many . She touched the hearts of so many people .
You can be sure Gerri will watch over Kevin for me..
Merle Gavin
- Merle Gavin, on
July 24, 2023
Sure was a shock to hear of Gerri's passing. Just a week ago we were sitting together in church but certainly didn't realize that would be our last chat...
My deepest sympathies to her family & all who knew her. She was a great person & will be missed.
RIP Gerri
- Raymonde Fong, on
July 24, 2023
I am shocked and will miss her dearly. I loved her . She has always been so hardworking, kind, giving and loving.
Sincerest condolences to all her family and friends. .
Mrs. Gavin is going to miss her dearly. XO
- Stella Morgan , on
July 24, 2023
Very sorry to hear about the passing of Gerri, our family knew you all from years ago. Gerri was a very happy person and very friendly. Kim, very sad to hear about this.
- Joanne Howey Mallette, on
July 24, 2023
I am so very sorry to hear of Gerri’s passing. She had a wonderful smile and a great twinkle in her eye. We had many laughs and a few tears over the years. She will be missed. ️
- Sandra Dal Pai, on
July 24, 2023
So sorry to hear of your mom's passing Kim, my heart goes out to all of you during this difficult time.
- gloria semple, on
July 24, 2023
So sorry for your loss she was a beautiful lady always lending a helpful hand.
- Tammy MacDonald, on
July 24, 2023
Our deepest condolences go out to you all for the loss of Gerri. I remember her well from The Textile Center and how kind she was to us kids trying buy fabric and notions for all our school projects. She was always smiling. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
- Erin, Lorraine Robazza & Family , on
July 24, 2023
My deepest condolences to the Kemshall Family. Gerri was a very special person. I got to know her when she worked at the Hospital. Her smile and wit always made any chat with her a pleasure .
- Rhonda Doonan, on
July 24, 2023
Dear Kim. I’m so sorry about your mom- she was absolutely lovely and I always enjoyed seeing her. She was kind and funny and she will be missed by so many. Gerri was a special person - so sorry for your loss and thinking of you all- please take care
- Mary Mackinnon, on
July 24, 2023
My deepest sympathies go out to you all at this tragic time.
I have known & loved Gerri for many years and considered her my "family". She really was a special Momma.
My days will not be the same without her bodily presence, but her spirit will remain in my heart till I die.
Rest easily, my dear friend.
- Laura & Ron Tilley , on
July 24, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
- Tammy , on
July 24, 2023
I was so sorry to hear of Gerri’s passing. I have so many fond memories of her from my early childhood in Kirkland and Butler Lake. She was a good friend to both my parents. She was always there with a smile. I know she will be missed by you all. My condolences to you and your family.
- Debra Burns (Carrotte), on
July 24, 2023
So sorry to hear about the loss of a beloved wife & mother. She was a joy to see at Holy Name Church .Our prayers are with all the family .
- Stan Skalecki, on
July 24, 2023
Gerri and I were sorority sisters for many years, and yes she was a 'ray of sunshine!' You could always count on Gerri to be there helping in any way she could. Rest in Peace, Gerri .
- Charlene Stevens, on
July 24, 2023
I have many memories of your mom (& dad) from the Textile Center, Beta Sigma Phil, New years eve parties at my mom and dad's and many more. Keep your memories close. Jayne (Parker) Auranen
- Jayne Auranen , on
July 24, 2023
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom, Mother-in-law, Grandmother. She will live forever in loving memories kept in your heart. Blessings and prayers to all.
- Holly Sullivan , on
July 25, 2023
Dear Kim, Norm, Richard, and family,
Please accept our sincere condolences at the loss of your beloved mom, wife, and grandmother. We have so many wonderful memories of Gerri. Our time together was always filled with laughter and giggles. Writing this I am reminded of driving to Butler Lake in the back seat of the station wagon singing along to a Karen Carpenter cassette tape; visiting Gerri at the Textile Center (I admired Gerri’s entrepreneurship, as a woman ahead of her time); and I was always impressed with her attention to detail and skill as a host to many events.
We will miss Gerri’s sense of humour and caring nature. May each memory of Gerri feel like a small patch of sunlight, warming your days, soothing your heart, giving you hope and peace.
Hugs and Love
Glenda, Rick, and the rest of the Black family
- Glenda Black, on
July 25, 2023
So very sorry to hear of your mom's passing...my deepest condolences to all of you ...Alison (Teague) Whyte
- Alison Whyte , on
July 25, 2023
I was very sad to hear that Gerri passed away . She truly was a great lady . We had lots of laughs and fun times when we worked together at KDH and stayed friends after her retirement. Always a pleasure to run into her and catch up. I will miss seeing her around town . I’m sure you all have tons of great memories that hopefully help you through this difficult time xoxo
- Joanne McDonald, on
July 25, 2023
Kim we are so very sorry for the loss of your Mom, she was a wonderful lady and will be missed. ️
- Leigh and Brian Fraser , on
July 25, 2023
Life changes in an instant, this one is one of them. So sad to hear about Gerri passing. Will cherish all our memories working together on the KDH Auxiliary, the laughs and the good times. She was one special Lady, so very sorry for your Family's loss.
- Judy (Cale) Gervais, on
July 25, 2023
I am so sorry to hear that Gerri has passed. She was one of the nicest women I know. Her energy, positive attitude and her smile was infectious. I will miss our chats, tea time and our outings at the Arts Council concerts.
Rest in peace my friend️
- Dale Montpetit , on
July 25, 2023
My sincere condolences to you and your family during this difficult time
- Dayna Gour , on
July 25, 2023
So sorry for your loss of your mom.
A wonderful beautiful lady.
Thinking of you & family, during this difficult time.
Brenda
- Brenda Szalajko, on
July 25, 2023
there are no words that can convey how sorry we are to hear of gerri's passing. please know that we are praying for strength to carry you through this terrible time.
- Anita and George Hebblethwaite, on
July 25, 2023
My deepest sympathies, she was a wonderful lady, thinking of you and the family.
- Sean McCarthy , on
July 25, 2023
Condolences to all she was a beautiful women inside and out . Always so cheerful . She will be dearly missed. Sorry for your loss .
- Lorrie Brough, on
July 25, 2023
There are no words to express how sorry I am for the loss of your loved one. May the time you spend together as a family bring you peace and comfort you. Thinking about everyone and sending lots of love your way to help you on your way.
Big hugs,
- Holly & Phil, on
July 25, 2023
So sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to both of you & the family at this difficult time. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
- Patricia Desjardins , on
July 25, 2023
Our sincere sympathy for your sudden loss ,Gerri was a very special lady
Joe & Lyn Lenardon
- Carolyn Lenardon, on
July 26, 2023
So sorry to hear of your loss
Thinking of you all at this sad time
Shelley and Andy Riendeau
- Shelley Riendeau, on
July 26, 2023
Prayers and condolences on the passing of Gerri. She always had a smile that would warm anyone’s heart.
- Andy Attwater, on
July 26, 2023
Kim I am so sorry to hear the passing of your mom. There is nothing like the love of a mom. I will miss seeing her in church. She will live on in your heart and in your children. Sending you a big hug
- Catherine Wendorf(Connolly), on
July 26, 2023
So very sorry to read about Gerri. My sincere sympathy. She sat near me at church and I will surely miss her smile.
- June Simpson, on
July 26, 2023
Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. My your memories and times together be special as you heal.
- Bernard family , on
July 26, 2023
Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. My your memories and times together be special as you heal.
- Bernard family , on
July 26, 2023
We would like to send our sincere condolences to your dad, yourself and all your family members. Your are all in our thoughts in such difficult times.
Céline and Andy Condie
- Celine Condie, on
July 27, 2023
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. What a great lady she was, she will be missed by many R.I.P. My friend until we meet again.
- Mary Desjardins, on
July 29, 2023
Kim and family I was so sad to hear your mom and passed. Sending deepest sympathy and condolences to all.
- Valerie (Lang) Gustar, on
July 29, 2023
So very sadden to hear of Gerri's passing. Will miss seeing her around town. Had a few laughs at the hospital. She always had a smile. RIP my friend, until we meet again.
Rest easy.
Sid and Yvonne
- Sid and Yvonne Menard , on
July 30, 2023
Dear Richard and Kim,
I am very sorry to hear of Gerri's passing. I have fond memories of her hosting our family on many occasions. My mom enjoyed all the years they worked together at the Textile Center. I was fortunate to have a lengthy conversation with Gerri at the 2019 reunion. Hopefully my mom and dad ( Dorothy and Norm Janes ) were there to greet this beautiful woman.
Sincerely,
Linda (Janes) Hudson
- Linda Hudsom, on
July 30, 2023
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. A lovely lady who always helped me when I needed something from The Textile Centre. May you always have wonderful memories of your mom and lock them in your heart.
- Vivi Mervyn , on
July 30, 2023
Gerri was part of my life for as long as I can remember. She and my mom Dorothy Janes were so close as friends and worked together at the Textile Centre.
The laughter they shared and the love spilled over to both families and friends. I loved Gerri and, although she was not in my life anymore, I think of her often. As a matter of fact, we were just talking about her white living room last week. Gerri said to relax. It was white because that's what Gerri liked. I promptly spilled red wine on her rug and true to Gerri's humour, she laughed it off and we cleaned it up.
You'll be missed Gerri.
- Kelly Rolanty, on
August 2, 2023
I just heard of Gerri’s passing from my uncle Ivan. Geraldine never missed phoning my mom every year on her birthday. I had the opportunity to visit Geraldine, Richard and Kim and was nice to see my mom Joanne rekindling so many fond memories with Geraldine. My condolences to you and your family during this most difficult time
- Brian Ingham, on
August 4, 2023
I am so sorry to see this. She was such a special person and a mother to everyone. Our sincere condolences. ️️️️
- Michelle Lafreniere, on
August 4, 2023
Kim just saw the notice of your mom's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. I remember her great smile and fun loving personality. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. May her memory be a blessing. xo
Sharon Kitlar
May my support warm your heart
- Sharon Kitlar, on
August 14, 2023
My sincere sympathy to you and your family. She was such a lovely lady.
- Christine Bergeron-Séguin, on
August 24, 2023