Eileen Meldon Cant

Eileen Cant Obituary

Eileen Meldon CANT 'She knew how to love' Born Liverpool, England, November 3, 1922. Died, suddenly & unexpectedly, Bothell, Washington, May 27, 2011. Survived by husband of 40 years, Oswald H. Cant, Kirkland, WA; daughter, Nancy Ann Mew (Tony), Buckinghamshire, England; son, William R. Karsteter (Moana), Crawfordville, FL; son, Christopher C. Karsteter (Mary), Seattle, WA; sister, Mona Maquire, Liverpool; and sister, Pat Magerison (Ernie), North Wales. Beloved wife, mother, sister and friend. A proud member of the "Greatest Generation", her wartime experiences are outlined in her memoir, "Tuppence for Violets-my life as a nurse in London during World War II." Post-war, Lynn started a family and resided in Germany, France and the English countryside in Buckinghamshire. In 1970, she relocated to Atlanta, GA, where she met and married Oswald.A savvy businesswoman, Lynn owned and operated Lullaby Nursery School for 11 years, where she was adored by children and parents alike. Lynn & Oswald spent many memorable holidays at their home on the coast in Natal, South Africa. In 1999, she retired, with Ossie, to the Pacific Northwest. A talented dressmaker, Lynn designed and made many of her own clothes and was known for her love of hats. She was a great lover of all creatures and an ardent defender of underdogs. Lynn possessed a delightful, often mischievous, sense of humor and was always the center of attention in any room. Loyal, compassionate, funny, kind, impish, irrepressible, irresistible and irreplaceable Lynn. Our hearts are breaking, for we know we have all lost our very best friend! But, "our Eileen" lives on now in our hearts and in sweet memories. "Put the kettle on, Mum, we'll all be home soon to join you for a nice cup of tea!" Donations in her memory may be made to: The Seattle Humane Society. Guestbook may be signed at: www.BonneyWatson.com There will be a Celebration Memorial at Foundation House in Bothell, WA on July 14th, 2011, 2:00-4:00 p.m.

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Published by The Seattle Times on Jun. 5, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Eileen Cant

5 Entries

Chris Karsteter

June 17, 2011

Dear Mum,

I have been reflecting these past three weeks on who you were and what you meant to me. So many memories course through my mind as I reflect on how our lives intertwined. Even when apart, I always felt you were there by my side. You have always been such a central part of my life; a resolute rock that the turgid waves of life's disappointments broke upon, protecting me..........always protecting me.

But the one word that invariably springs forth when I think of you is love. You had such a propensity for love when it came to your children. Always forgiving, always encouraging, always optimistic; you were our biggest fan and advocate! I feel that I have lost something so precious that it cannot be described in words. You had an aura of love about you when it came to us that we will never again experience in this life.

You were human and possessed human foibles but these shortcomings were so overwhelmed by the sheer scope of your huge personality! You were fun! So many people were touched by your delightful spirit. At Foundation House alone, where you were for a scant eight months, you made such a huge impact with your upbeat, mischievous personality and your care and regard for fellow residents. I have run into so many people there that, teary-eyed, have exclaimed that "the place just won't be the same without Lynn!"

Well, Mum, my place just won't be the same without you!

I miss you.

Your loving son, always,

Christopher

Vicki Hone Smith

June 13, 2011

Dear Lynn,

You were a love and a delight. I am so happy I had the privilege of knowing you. I will never forget when you & Ozzie house sat for Barney and I to take care of our three kitties. We had a lot of laughs about that and I knew they had the best of care. Now, like them, you, too, have passed from this life. Yet, I know, when you meet, there will be an abundance of laughter, love and purring to share throughout eternity!

Tony Mew

June 12, 2011

You were a wonderful mother-in-law;kind,wise and understanding. I am grateful and will miss you very much.
Love
Tony

William Karsteter

June 9, 2011

Our lives are not the same. The only constant is change. Your time has come, ours will follow but I'm sure we will find you again. Keep your eye on me.
Love,
your son,
Bill

Nancy Ann Mew

June 5, 2011

I love you Mom. I'll miss you every day of my life.

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