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Shannon BURWASH Obituary
November 2, 1953 - February 15, 2013
There are no words to express the sadness we have in our hearts with the sudden passing of such a beautiful woman. Shannon will be forever missed by her loving husband Wayne, and her children, Holly Nicoll (Reiny Kristel), Mason Nicoll (Kim), Jarvis Nicoll (Jenny), Lori Burwash (Bruce Johnson), and Justin Burwash (Betty-Lynne). She is also survived by her mother, Melba Copithorne (Jim), sisters, Karon Baldick (Steve), Cher Menegoz and brother, Forest Estby (Renee). Grandma Shammy will be incredibly missed by her grandchildren, Saige and Cale Kristel, Carson, Maysa, Triston and Lucas Nicoll, Elliott and Annabel Johnson, Jake Gerrie, Molly and Madden Burwash along with many nieces and nephews. Shannon was predeceased by her father, Earl Estby and nephew, James Menegoz. Shannon was born in Calgary, Alberta. She had many passions in life including family, accounting and horses. She was very involved in the Quarter Horse industry serving on many boards to further promote the horse. This included being an active board member and treasurer for the Quarter Horse Association of Alberta (QHAA), treasurer for the Canadian Quarter Horse Association (CQHA) and an Alberta director for the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA). Shannon loved riding and showing horses all over North America, and promoted good horsemanship skills to all of her children. The grandkids will miss their pony rides with her, and learning from their mentor. She loved the western lifestyle, and was a great assistance to Wayne in operating his equine veterinary practice over the years in Springbank. The family would like to thank Dr. Watson, and all of the wonderful nurses in the Neurology and Palliative Care Units for the exceptional care that Shannon received at the Foothills Medical Centre. A Memorial Service will be held in the Congress Hall at Spruce Meadows (access via Tournament Lane) on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Warren Wiebe officiating. Cremation in care of Cochrane Country Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, memorial tributes in Shannon's memory may be given to the Alberta Children's Hospital (http://www.childrenshospital.ab.ca) or STARS (http://stars.ca/). Arrangements in care of Lawrence (Larry) Slywka of COCHRANE COUNTRY FUNERAL HOME, Cochrane. Telephone: 403-932-1039. Condolences may be forwarded through www.cochranecountryfuneralhome.com.
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Greg Sproul
April 22, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss Wayne and family.A great loss to your family
Brett Jones
March 17, 2013
Dear Wayne, Holly, Mason and Jarvis,
I am so sorry for your incredible loss. Horse shows won't be the same without Shannon's million dollar smile. May your positive memories provide some comfort during this difficult time.
Bob McHugh
March 17, 2013
Dear Wayne, Mason, Holly and Jarvis I am deeply saddened by the passing of Shannon. She was so proud of all of you and such a great person who touched a lot of hearts.
Kathy & Paul Yake
March 4, 2013
Wayne and family. We would like to send our deepest sympathy to you all. Shannon will be deeply missed by all who knew her. It was wonderful to learn from her on the board of the QHAA. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
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Peg Barnes
March 2, 2013
Wayne and family, I was so shocked to hear of Shannon's untimely passing. My deepest sympathy to you all. I do have fond memories of showing with her and Holly.
Bill & Nancy Akins
February 28, 2013
So sorry for your loss.
Lloyd & Phyllis McKeown
February 26, 2013
So sorry for your loss. With deepest sympathy, we wish your family peace in this difficult time.
Betty and Keith Bliss
February 26, 2013
Dear Holly and Reiny and the entire family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May your wonderful memories of mum comfort you... God is caring for you through the hearts and hands of others... Our hearts are with you... Warmest wishes and blessings, Betty and Keith
Elaine Rizzuto & Family
February 26, 2013
To the Burwash and the Nicoll, my deepest sympathy, I can not even begin to imagine your pain.
To Holly especially, my heart is broken for you. Please know that you are in my prayers.
February 25, 2013
I can not find the words to express my sympathy but please know we loved Shannon and all the family. May you someday find peace. Our love, Shelley, Gary, Kayla and Devan Bruce
Cinda Sander
February 25, 2013
Wayne, I am so sorry about Shannon. There are no words to say now or that will ever take away the hurt you are feeling now. I could not come on Sat. as my dads cousins funeral was the same day..But as I got to know Shannon and yourself the past couple years Shannon was very possaitve and supportive.. even with the difficult things. And it was all fun She was a very special person to me, and I will miss Shannon so much at shows. And you, as you were always together. My heart goes out to you and your family Wayne.. Your in my Prayers
barb stewart
February 25, 2013
Words cannot express the loss of such a wonderful lady! Wayne and family You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the stages of grief be gentle. take care
February 25, 2013
Wayne and Family
John and I were really sad to hear of your loss, although we did not know her knowing how caring you are I cannot imagine the depth of your sadness. Just wanted you to know that you are very much in our thoughts and our prayer.
Best wishes
Lynn Donaldson and John Riseborough
Betty Nichols
February 24, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes out to you, Wayne and family, at this difficult time. It was a long time ago but I remember Shannon with her ready smile, great personality, a terrific mother, and helpful horsewoman. I am sorry for your sudden and painful loss.
Nettie/Greg Barr
February 24, 2013
Dear Wayne and Family; You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the stages of grief be gentle with you all! Strength and comfort to all of you! Take care...
Nettie and Greg Barr
LouAnn & Bret Holt
February 24, 2013
Dear Wayne & family, I was shocked when Brenda called me with the sad news of Shannon's passing. She was a wonderful person and a great asset to the Quarter Horse world. She'll be greatly missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Happy Trails, until we meet again Shannon!
Colleen and Blaine Pierlot
February 24, 2013
Words can't express how sad we are to hear about Shannon's passing. The memories will help ease the pain as the time passes even though it seems impossible to even think of this right now. Our love to the family.
Laurel Champlin
February 24, 2013
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. I met Shannon at a horse show with the Sodeburgs. She was a beautiful lady and will be missed.
Isenschmid Ursula
February 24, 2013
Dear Wayne and family. My sincerest condelences. Wishing you strength during this difficult time!
Tracy Adams
February 23, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of Shannon's passing. I am so sorry for your loss . She was an exceptional person.
Karen Boyce
February 23, 2013
Wayne, Holly,Mason & Jarvis
So very sorry, I could not attend today, but my thoughts are with you all!!!!
Karen Boyce
Mike & Darlene Strachey
February 23, 2013
Dear Wayne and all the rest of the family,
We were so sorry to hear of your wife's passing, what a terrible shock to everyone! Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all today and in the coming months. We are unable to make the service today but please know we are thinking of you.
Stephen Smith
February 23, 2013
Wayne, Patti and I were deeply saddened to her of Shannon. She was a wonderful person. Our thoughtd and prayers are with you and your family.
Milt Rigetti
February 23, 2013
Wayne, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Shannon was fun and will be missed.
Ele Piche
February 23, 2013
Dear Wayne & Family,
My heart goes out to all of you on the loss of such a wonderful person. Shannon will live on in all of our hearts with memories of the beautiful person she was.
Tim Kane
February 23, 2013
Our love and sympathy goes out to the family. We are thinking about you!
Love Tim, Penny Brooklyn and Taylor
Cathy Zuback
February 22, 2013
Dearest Wayne and family. My heart is heavy upon hearing of Shannon 's passing. Know that she touched us all with kindness and and that we will carry her in our hearts. My sympathies to all. Praying that you find strength through all those that loved her as well. Peaceful blessings.
Neil and Sharon Johnson
February 22, 2013
Holly, Reiny, Jarvis and Melba,
We were saddened to hear of your mom's and daughter's passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Roy & Judy Copithorne
February 22, 2013
Our sincere condolences, Wayne, Holly, Mason,Jarvis & family
Shanney was a dear and loving friend . Her passing is a terrible loss to us all. Words can't convey our regret at her light not shining on our lives any more but it will remain forever in our hearts.
Aloha Shannon till we meet again.
Your friends
Nestor Kelba
February 22, 2013
Holly, Mason & Jarvis,
Our sympathies are with you.
The Kelbas
Sandy Kirtzinger
February 22, 2013
Wayne and family,
We were very shocked and saddened to hear of Shannon's passing. She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all. God Bless you and your family at this difficult time.
Shelley McColl
February 22, 2013
Wayne & Family. I was so very shocked and saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Shannon. Try to find comfort knowing that a beautiful angel is watching over all of you now and forever.
Pam Pritchard
February 22, 2013
Wayne, so sorry to hear of Shannon's sudden passing. Although I didn't know her, she was obviously amazing and well-loved. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,
Pam Pritchard
Judi & Bill Brose
February 22, 2013
Wayne and family. Please accept our sincere sympathy. May the hole in your heart be filled with the love of your friends and family.
Nan Harrison
February 22, 2013
A bright star left the world with Shannon's passing. May the Dear Lord Bless and Keep her, and may He be with Wayne and Family in their time of sorrow. The thoughts and prayers of all of us at ShadowBrook are with you.
Shannon Lawlor
February 22, 2013
Dear Wayne, Justin, Laurie, Holly, Mason and Jarvis,
There was no one lovlier than Shannon, my sincerest thoughts are with you all. She will be remembered fondly by you all. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Gord Polis
February 22, 2013
My condolences to the entire family of a wonderful lady.
Janet Rose
February 22, 2013
Wayne, it seems like you and Shannon have been in my life since I moved here from Manitoba. The connections with horses - Liz, Hershey, Blue; the clinic - some of my happiest years - with Shannon learning the new systems, and thru the changes that those years brought. I just can't believe it. I'm so sorry for you all, my heart goes out to each of you.
Brian, Kim, Lauren and Katie Onushko
February 21, 2013
Wayne and family, our sincere condolences on your loss. May the love of many friends and an amazing family carry you through your grief. Happy Trails Shannon.
Harvey and Margaret Buckley and family
February 21, 2013
Our sincere thoughts are with you Wayne, Holly, Mason, Jarvis and all the rest of the family at this sad time but we will all remember the smiles and happy times of this great gal.
Bonnie Niemi
February 21, 2013
Dear Wayne, Holly and family,
We are very saddened to hear of Shannon's sudden passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts. Wonderful memories will be there to comfort each of you.
Gary and Bonnie Niemi
February 21, 2013
Our thoughts are with all the family for the loss of such a beautiful lady. Don and Trudy Evans
Norma Bilben Bilben
February 21, 2013
Our sincerest sympathies to you and the entire Burwash families on the sudden loss of a very special lady. We are away and will not be able to attend Shannon's service but please know that you are all in our hearts at this tragic time. Treasure the memories you shared together.
Sincerely, Bob and Norma Bilben
Ralph and Betty O'Bray
February 21, 2013
Wayne and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and yours.
February 21, 2013
Very saddened to hear of your loss. Shannon will be missed very much, she was a special lady. The good lord always picks the good ones first. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Larry & barb Raymond
February 21, 2013
Wayne we are so sorry to hear of your loss of Shannon, our deepest sympathies are with you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Wayne & Diana Doiron
Samir Desai
February 21, 2013
Wayne and family,
Please accept my condolences at this very difficult time. I always appreciated Shannon's truthfulness and straight forward approach and discussions with me. My thoughts are with you.
Samir Desai
Bob and Lucy Thomas
February 21, 2013
Wayne and family, Bob and I are shocked and sadden to hear of Shannon's passing. She was such an amazing lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time
Lyndsay Matthews Gordie Aaskow
February 21, 2013
Wayne, Holly, Mason, Jarvis, and all your family
We are so very sad to hear about Shannon - words seem inadequate, but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time
G&G Lauder
February 21, 2013
Dear Wayne and family
Our hearts are broken for your loss, it seems impossible. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you all.
george and gail
Susan Smith
February 21, 2013
I'm very sorry for your loss.
Chris Gould
February 21, 2013
I was very saddened to learn of your sudden loss. My sincere condolences to Wayne and family.
John and Jennifer Mellor
February 21, 2013
We are very sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Maggie Glynn
February 21, 2013
So shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. Such a beautiful, friendly lady.
Jack And Vicki Wilson
February 21, 2013
Wayne and family,
Please accept our condolences at this very difficult time. We're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Liz Schultz
February 21, 2013
Wow!! I was shocked to hear of Shannon's passing!!! She was a great lady!! My condolences to Wayne and all of her family and friends!
April Greening-Romeo
February 21, 2013
So sorry for your sudden and very painful loss. Shannon was an exceptional horsewoman, competitor, sportsman,volunteer and friend. She inspired so many of us. We are all richer for having known her.
Roxie Reimer
February 21, 2013
Boarded my horses with Wayne and Shannon back in 1980... NICEST people ever.. so helpful and kind... RIP... My thoughts of you will always be with me.
deb Swainger
February 21, 2013
my condolences to the family..a beautiful woman who will be sorely missed
Kerry Myers
February 20, 2013
So sorry for your loss Wayne and family
Sherry Clemens
February 20, 2013
To Wayne & family, my sincere condolences for your loss of Shannon. She was a wonderful person, so classy, so caring and so giving. She was one in a million. I am so sad over her loss and I will miss her very much. I will never forget the kindness and support that she gave me. She will never be forgotten in the Quarter Horse Industry. Her legacy will certainly live on. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Colleen Wallace
February 20, 2013
I am so very sorry for your loss. Shannon was such a lovely person, always a smile and a hello for everyone. She will be missed.
Debbie Hopkins
February 20, 2013
Wayne,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
February 20, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss.
Shirley Brand
cub wright
February 20, 2013
Wayne and family
I am saddened at the recent passing of Shannon. She will be forever remembered by her smile,and graciousness . I am blessed to have known her. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Cub
February 20, 2013
Wayne, Shannon and I were very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your extended family.
Lowell and Shannon
Julie Moorcroft
February 20, 2013
Only had an opportunity to meet Shannon a few times but it was a lovely and lively conversation about horses. My deepest sympathy and condolences to the family on this loss of a much loved member - she will be watching over all of you and always you will be surrounded by her warmth and caring. So so sorry for your loss.
Brian Hunter
February 20, 2013
Wayne and Family
Please know that I extend my most heartfelt sympathies on the passing of Shannon. God Bless.
Don & Susan Wallace
February 20, 2013
Dear Wayne & family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts.
"For she was beautiful - her beauty made
The bright world dim, and everything beside
Seemed like the fleeting image of a shade."
Percy Bysshe Shelley
In sympathy and friendship,
Howard & Karen Thorpe
February 20, 2013
Dear Wayne & family,
We are very saddened to hear of Shannon's passing. Although we only met her a few times, we thought she was a special person. Our hearts are with you through this difficult time.
February 20, 2013
Wayne
Debbie and I extend our deepest sympathies to and your family. Our thoughts and prays are with you.
Gilles Seguin
Ron Tucker
February 20, 2013
Wayne and Family.
I'm sorry and shocked to hear of your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences and know that my thoughts are with you in this trying time.
Patrick Miles
February 20, 2013
Dear Wayne and Family,
Words never seem to adequately express our losses at times like this. It is comforting to know that you have friends and family thinking of you though. Please know that you are in our thoughts.
Kris Canaday
February 20, 2013
Dear Wayne and Family,
Shannon will be in my heart forever. Beautiful and classy. Her smile brightened up a room.
Rich Psenicka
February 20, 2013
Our deepest sympathies to the entire family and our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Claudia Baker
February 20, 2013
So sorry for your loss Wayne and Family.
My thoughts are with you.
Victoria Gabel
February 20, 2013
Wayne and family, words cannot express how sad I am to hear about Shannon. She was truly an exceptional lady, and will be missed by a great many people. My thoughts are with you.
Llana Malmberg
February 20, 2013
Deepest sympathy to you and your family during this sad time. May her legacy last forever.
Coreen Calvert
February 20, 2013
So sorry to hear about Shannon. She was a very special gal and it is very sad to lose her at a young age. My thoughts are with you Wayne and everyone near and dear to her.
Colleen Samela
February 20, 2013
Dear Wayne and Burwash family,
So sorry for your sudden and very painful loss. Shannon was an exceptional horsewoman, competitor, sportsman,volunteer and friend. She inspired so many of us. We are all richer for having known her.
Maureen and Ron Johnson
February 20, 2013
Wayne and Family, our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you, we were so shocked to hear of Shannon's passing, she will be missed at the quarter horse shows. Maureen, Ron, and family
Ron & Marilyn Anderson
February 20, 2013
Dear Wayne,
We are so saddened by your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Wilf Davis and Marnie Somers
February 20, 2013
To Wayne & family, we send our sincere condolences for the loss of your lovely wife and mother and grandmother. She was a very classy lady and will not be forgotten by her legion of friends. We share a small part of your sadness at this time.
Larry & Erna Grasley
February 20, 2013
Wayne & family, Larry & I are so saddened and shocked. Our hearts go out to you all.
Leanne Petersen
February 20, 2013
Wayne & Family,
My thoughts & prayers go out to you now during this difficult time. Words can not describe the sorrow I feel in hearing of Shannon's passing. Sometimes the Great Ones are taken from us too soon. With Sincere Sympathy...
Kathy & Dan Patterson
February 20, 2013
Wayne & Family
We are thinking of you in your time of sorrow. May your fond memories and the support of your family and friends help to carry you through this sad time.
Lynne Grainger
February 20, 2013
I'm sorry to hear of your mom's passing Holly. Thinking of you and your Family during these difficult days.
Dagmar Schouten
February 20, 2013
Dear Wayne and family, Graham and I are saddened to hear about Shannon's passing. She was an exceptional woman. Our deepest sympathy at this time,
Dagmar Schouten and Graham Keys
February 20, 2013
Wayne & all the family. Don and I were so sorry to hear the news. Shannon was a special lady & thank goodness that we all have gret memories. so sorry that we cannot be there for her memorial tribute. Don & Carol Boyce
Randy and Carolyn Vanee
February 20, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Shannon will be missed and we hope that the love of your family and friends will be a comfort in times ahead. God bless!
Gary, Lynn, Jordyn and Danielle Tresidder
February 20, 2013
Wayne,
You are in are thoughts and prayers during this difficult time, we are so sorry for your loss. Shannon was an amazing lady that will be missed by all.
Sue Hawes
February 20, 2013
Wayne & Family, My thoughts & prayers are with you now & in the days to come. There are no words to express my sorrow in hearing of Shannon's passing. With Sincere Sympathy
Kay, Kelly, Dan Deschamps, Brian and Jamie Carter
February 20, 2013
You have our heartfelt condolences, Wayne.
February 20, 2013
Wayne & Family - Shannon was one of those people who really had "it" - she lived by her values - we all knew her by her larger than life smile and openess - keep your memories alive - Lynn Hoosier
Kelly and Erin Stawnychko
February 20, 2013
Holly, we remember your Mom and know what a beautiful lady she was inside and out. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. Sending our hugs and prayers. Xoxo
Katie & Pacey Pearlman
February 20, 2013
We are so very sorry to hear of Shannon's passing. Our love and prayers are with all of the Burwash family at this time.
February 20, 2013
Wayne and family,
Our most sincere condolences at this very sad time.
KIm & Michael Glavin
Kim & Micheal Glavin
Brenda and Peter
February 20, 2013
Wayne, Holly and Families: Our prayers are with you during this incredibly difficult time. Shannon was a special lady who left us far too soon. She will be sadly missed.
Wendy Dyer and Brian Stewart
February 20, 2013
We did not know Shannon well but what we remember is her frankness and smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family, in particularly Dr. Wayne.
Pam and Ken Wright
February 20, 2013
Another star has been added to our glorious sky. Our most tender hugs go to Shannon's large and wonderful family.
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