I think of Amanda many times. She was so kind pretty loving. You must have been so proud of her. For the short time I knew her she made a big impact on my life. Will miss her always. Thinking of your family. Love Marta
It is with profound sadness that we announce Amanda’s passing on Friday, January 14, 2011 at the Kirkland & District Hospital with family at her side. She is predeceased by her grandparents Frank Judd, Rolande (née LeClerc) and Edward Gannon. Amanda is survived by her beloved husband Clint; her loving parents Norman and Darlene (née Judd) and her dear grandmother Isabel Judd and great grandmother Lilian Lindsay. Amanda will forever be cherished and deeply missed by her siblings Louise (Jean Claude Guay), Norman Jr., Tyler and her two nieces whom she adored, Lilly and Lilah Gannon-Guay; her 2 babies (dogs) Maggie and Mya who will miss her terribly; her mother and father-in-law Gay Gibson and Wayne Carisse; her sister-in-law Corina Carisse (Brandon Doherty); her brother-in-law Wayne (Melissa) Leonard. Amanda will also be fondly remembered by her nieces and nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles, many best friends and extended family. Amanda was a business accountant, soon to be a chartered accountant, and was employed with Ross Pope and Company. Tom Gannon was a great inspiration to her. She was very thankful for him and greatly appreciated the time and guidance he provided to her over the years. Tom was like a second father to her. The Gannon and Carisse families will welcome friends at the MONETTE & FRENCH FUNERAL HOME (450 Government Road West, Kirkland Lake, ON., P2N3L1) on Monday, January 17, 2011 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 from Holy Name of Jesus Parish at 10:30 a.m. with Susan Berlingeri officiating. Amanda will be laid to rest in the Kirkland Lake Cemetery in the Spring of 2011. Donation in her memory may be made to the House of Kin (1889 Regent Street, Sudbury, ON., P3E 3Z7), Timiskaming Palliative Care Network (145 Government Road East, Kirkland Lake, ON., P2N 3P4) or to the Daffodil Lodge (41 Ramsey Lake Road, Sudbury, ON., P3E 5J1). Smiles from heavenOffer Condolence for the family of Amanda Gannon-Carisse
I think of Amanda many times. She was so kind pretty loving. You must have been so proud of her. For the short time I knew her she made a big impact on my life. Will miss her always. Thinking of your family. Love Marta
I was blessed to have met Amanda and Darlene while in radiation in Sudbury. Her smile, courage and desire to live was an inspiration to each and every one of us. We love you Amanda may you be our Angel from up above xx.
Amanda and I got to know each other very well over the past couple of years. She was so sweet and extremely welcoming when I joined the Ross Pope team, and our work relationship quickly blossomed into a truly great friendship. We spent a lot of time working together, and we spent even more time talking together. She was our little social butterfly of the office, migrating from office to office to visit everyone, always genuinely interested in what was going on in her fellow co-workers’ lives. We spent a lot of time in each other’s offices discussing upcoming audits and accounting issues, but mainly talking about what we did on the weekend, telling funny stories, picking out clothes for her dogs Maggie & Mya, and she was always showing me all the wedding planning stuff she’d been working on. When we would hear someone walking down the hall, our conversations would quickly turn to “debits, credits, and deferred revenue.” When our little “work chats” started to get a little too long, we would head back to our respective offices (which were side by side), and continue our conversations by telephone or via email. One of my favourite memories of Amanda was about a year ago, around Christmas time. Her and I had decided that we were going to find a crafty, economical way to give gifts to our friends and family. We decided that we were going to make “cookies in a jar” – you know, with all the dry ingredients lining a nicely decorated jar, and the recipient just has to add the wet ingredients and bake. So Amanda went out and purchased all the jars (we’d made around 2 dozen or so), and we gathered all the ingredients for the most fabulous chocolate chip cookies ever. We planned to meet at her house one evening. When I showed up, she had dinner already cooked for me. She was always so thoughtful like that. We set everything out on the table, and started our cookie jar experience. Turns out the jars were too small for all of the ingredients, so we could only fit one third of the chocolate chips required. So when you baked them, you only got one chocolate chip per cookie. We’d done about 4 jars when we realized, wow, we do not have enough flour. So Amanda runs out to her in-laws and grabs another bag of flour. On about jar 6, we realized we didn’t have enough sugar. So out we go to buy a ton more sugar. On jar 14, we run out of flour again. So out we go, making a quick pit-stop at Federal Variety to grab a couple bags of penny candies (her favourite!). You get the picture. I think we had to go out and buy more ingredients at least 5 times throughout the evening. By late into the night, we were done filling the jars. We took one look at each other, and busted out laughing. We had flour in our hair, on our clothes, on our faces… there was flour on the dogs, on the floor, stuck in the cracks of the table. It was EVERYWHERE! We could not stop laughing. We laughed and laughed, tried to clean it up and made it worse, and then laughed some more. 25kg of flour, 11 bags of sugar, and a truckload of chocolate chips later, it would have been cheaper to buy gifts. But not nearly as fun. I am going to miss you, friend. Amanda G, things will never be the same without you here. It was a privilege to get to know you, and an honour to call you my friend. As one of our friends has said, I’m sure you’ve picked out your best bikini and are now finally able to enjoy those beautiful Florida sunshine rays. xoxo
God saw she was getting tired, a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around her and whispered “come to me.” With tearful eyes you watched her and saw her pass away. Although you loved her dearly, you couldn’t make her stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands laid to rest. God broke your heart to prove to you ..he only takes the BEST. Thinking of you today and always Paulette
There are no words I can say to ease the pain you all are feeling, just know I am thinking of you all and sending love and prayers. Amanda was a beautiful person, inside and out and will be truly missed. Amanda Leclerc xoxoxox
Darlene & Norm…..there are no words to express how we feel right now. Know that our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
Darlene, Norm and family, “When we are lucky enough to have wonderful people in our lives, it hurts that much more when they pass, but our lives always remain that much more enriched for having shared so much with those special people. Hopefully, that will bring you the strength to help you get through this “. Thinking of you….
Norm & Darlene & Family sorry for your loss. No words can take your pain away but in time the good memories you have will make things better. prayers go out to your family in your time of sorrow.
We are saddened to hear about Amanda’s passing. Although we have never met, we have heard such great things about you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this challenging time. And with each passing day, you’ll become a little bit stronger as you move on through life with Amanda in your hearts.
Darlene, Norm, Clint and families…. Those we love remain with us For love itself lives on, And cherished memories never fade Because a loved one’s gone. Those we love can never be More than a thought apart, For as long as there is memory, They’ll live on in the heart. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve the loss of your beautiful Amanda.. Denise
Clint, We wish we knew what to say to make things better, but sometimes words just arenât enough. Just know that Amanda is safe in Godâs care now. We are sending you a big hug and to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers. With all our love, Aunt Debbie and Uncle Brian
I had the privilege of having Amanda as a student for three years. She always brightened up our surroundings with her smile, kindness and enthusiasm for learning. Amanda was a very special person! God bless… Christiane McFadgen
Dear Darlene and Norm You have been in our prayers ever since learning of Amanada’s illness. My heart goes out to you and all the family as you remember Amanda and all the good times you had together. You will be in our thoughts and prayers always. All our love Stewart & Donna
Amanda was a very beautiful young women,inside and out.She was loved by everyone.She meant the world to us.My dearest brother Norman and my wonderful sisterinlaw Darlene,our love and pain is shared with you.You have alot of family and friends to comfort you.Louise,Norman Jr,Tyler,we send our love condolences.Clint you were Amandas high school sweet heart,you became her husband,which meant the world to her.She loved you very much,we send you our love. Amanda will forever be in our hearts.Amanda is our very special angel
Gannon & Carisse Families – please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. What a sad, sad loss for all of you . She was a beautiful girl & will be greatly missed.
Norm Darlene & Family, Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Amanda was a beautiful girl and to die so young is way more than we can understand…R.I.P. Amanda Eric & Phyllis Jones
Norman, Darlene, Clint and Families: We are so sorry that you have to go through this pain – Amanda loved you all very much and will be truly missed by everyone who knew her. She was always so full of energy and made the most of her short 28 years ~ treasure the time you had with her; she was an inspiration to all who knew her. Forever in our hearts. Love Theresa and Paul
Norm Darlene and family, or thoughts are with you and all of your family at this sad time. Donna and Ralph Holland
Dear Clint and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad time. Amanda was such a kind person and she will be greatly missed by many people. Take care of each other. Jamie and Lore-Lee Fortin
Darlene & Norman, I am so sorry to hear of Amanda’s passing. I remember the days when you babysat Chris and when I dropped him off your beautiful little girl would run to the door to greet us. She grew up to be such a lovely young lady, you must be so proud. Cherish your memories and lean on your family and friends to help you through this very difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
We were blessed to know Amanda. She was truly an amazing, young woman. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you during this most difficult time. May God give you the strength to heal as you carry on each day with the wonderful memories that Amanda has left with you. We love you. Todd, Lucille, Kimberly, and Kayla Hamden
Darlene and Norm, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Amanda, it is so unfair to lose one so young, who should have been out living life to the fullest. Sending our love, prayers and strength in this time of need. Dave & Helene
Dear Darlene, Norm & Family: We just heard of your dear Amanda’s passing . Our prayers are with all of you. Don’t think of her as gone away… her journey’s just begun think of her as living in the hearts of those she touched for nothing loved is ever lost… and she was loved so much. Our Deepest Sympathy: Margaret & Armand
Norm, Darlene, Louise, Norm Jr., Tyler and Clint. We are so sorry for your loss. Amanda was an amazing, brave, beautiful and intelligent woman. She loved you all very much. Her pain is ended and she is in Jesus’ arms. He must have needed another angel. In time you will be able to remember the good times with Amanda and cherish each moment. We regret being unable to be with you at this time but we send our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
Darlene and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Our prayers are with you also. Jenifer,Tanya and Clint Simpson.
Dear Clint & Family, I wish there were words to take your pain away. She was an amazing woman who touched the lives of all who were lucky enough to know her. I am so glad I did. Thinking about you in this difficult time. Hugs Leanne Mayer
Condolence from:Ceryena Hack Condolence:Clint,Iam sorry for your loss.Amanda was a kind beautiful person.My thoughts and prayers are with you and the Gannon family.
My deepest condolences go out to both families. Amanda was a true inspiration to everyone. I know only time will heal all wounds, and I’m pleased to have had her in my life as a friend. My childhood friend will always be remembered, and never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with those she loved & held dear to her heart.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.We are so deeply saddened. All Our Love Robert & Susan Perron
Our deepest condolences to Clint and the Gannon Family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Clint, we are deeply sorry for your loss. Amanda was truly a beautiful person inside and out. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the Gannon family. Tia, Jason & Alex
Dear Clint, we are so very sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful young women who was very strong. Our prayers go out to you and the Gannon family today. Debbie ox
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beautiful daughter, sister, wife and friend, our prayers are with you today.
i would like to announce my condolence to the family & friends of Amanda I’m very sorry for your loss and my deepest sympathies, it’s not easy to lose such a beautiful, young and loving soul.Once again ……my deepest sympathies to family and friends. angela ooxx
Dear Darlene & Family: My deepest sympathy for your loss of Amanda. My thoughts & prayers are with you all during this difficult time Brenda
Darlene, Norman, Louise, Norm Jr., Tyler ,and Clint, There are so few words to say at a time like this. They say it takes time to heal, but when you lose someone you love so much, and is so young, I don’t think a parent ever gets over it. I pray for you all that things will get a little easier, and just knowing she is not in pain anymore should be a small condolence on your part. At least I hope so!!! We pray for your family that this will get easier for all of you. Go on with your life as best you can, because I know your beautiful girl would have wanted that for you all. Just think that she is now in the loving arms of her grandparents, memere, and the rest of the family in heaven, waiting for the family to be together again. Until you meet again.!!!! “Rest in Peace”” beautiful Amanda!! You will live on in the hearts of the many who knew you and loved you. We will pray for you and your family. Love Your cousins Linda, Veronica, and Christie (& families)
Please accept our condolences to all of you, both families and all of Amanda and Clint’s friends. I’ve taught so many of you over the years and it’s very hard to see all of you in so much pain. I think of all of you often and was fortunate enough to get to have Amanda and Clint as neighbours as well as students. Be there for each other. She was a sweetheart and a very courageous young woman.
Clint, we are so sadden to hear about the passing of your wife.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.May God Bless you and your family. Cynthia & Joe
Dear Darlene, Norm & Family….Our sincerest thoughts & prayers are will you at this sad time…with Amanda’s radiant smile I’m sure she is lighting up the heavens, she will surely be missed to all who knew her. May God be your comfort and guide always.
There are no words that will heal our pain but we pray it will be easier as time goes by. Amanda was the daughter we never had. We can still Amanda and Ryan (Darlene’s twins) playing together as children. We have to go on and live our lives to the fullest; that is what Amanda would want. We will miss Amanda forever and she will always be in our thoughts and prayers