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Paul Scott
December 14, 2013
Dear Maricha & family,
I am deeply saddened to have just discovered that George passed away in September. Suzanne and I extend our sincere condolences to you and family. I had written him an email recently and when there was no reply, I decided to check and learned this very sad news. I deeply respected George as a person, a Catholic and as a lawyer. I always looked up to this fine gentleman and counted myself fortunate to have met him and become friends. He was learned, gentle and humourous and always respected others. I met him years ago "on the telephone" when I was working in the administrative offices of the Federal Court of Canada at Ottawa and then in person on one high profile national case abroad. We hit it off instantly and easily became good friends. George was one whom I was always delighted to talk to and meet when possible. Sue and I fondly remember our stay with you on our visit there a few years ago. You were both very gracious. George was special, engaging, bright and a easy man to like and to trust. He was immensely fun to chat with. We shall miss him deeply. May God bless him and you
Lynn Burch
September 18, 2013
Please accept my sincere sympathies for your loss. I met George at the Department of Justice in 1989. I remember his smile, his sense of fairplay and his intense committment to his family and to his faith. God bless him and you.
Charles Truax
September 17, 2013
Dear Maricha: I remember you and George well. In the summer of 1967 George was a bellman on my shift at the Banff Springs Hotel. His quiet humour, energy, and integrity were welcome assets at that mountain paradise--and to me as his "captain". When Cupid's arrows found their mark that summer, Maricha, I soon believed that the match was perfect. May God's blessing rest upon you and your family always.
Charles ["Charlie"] Truax [BSH 1962-67]
September 13, 2013
Dear Maricha & Family,
We are all thinking of you at this most difficult time. George was obviously such a wonderful family man and he will be sorely missed. Our love to you all.
From Steve, Mel, Toby, Mimi & Zoe Brough in London, England
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Edward Burnet
September 12, 2013
Dear Ms. Carruthers and family, I am sorry for your loss. I worked with George at the Department of Justice for the last six years of his career; coincidentally, the first six years of my career. George was a wonderful mentor. He always had time for me and other junior litigators. I had the benefit of junioring George on a large case heard in Prince George BC towards the end of his career. It was a pleasure to learn from him, to get to know him and watch him in action. George was always so very well prepared.
I'm sorry that I didn't stay in better touch, George. You will be missed.
Sharon, Chris, Janice and Tricia All Carruthers
September 11, 2013
Our brother George ---a great older brother, a loving family man, a man of principle and belief. Couldn't have asked for better.
James Coulton
September 11, 2013
Maricha: Twenty members of the Bell Staff, Banff Springs Hotel (1968) were informed about George's death. We join to extend our sympathy.
On a personal note, when Chief Room Clerk at the BSH, I worked shifts with George, summers 1966 and 1967. Reference in the obituary cites “played golf most evenings”; I was one of his regular albeit lesser playing partners. Aspiring to higher rank, George was on the other side of the front desk: bellman in 1968. He was all eyes for you Maricha, stalwart from the UK who also staffed our office.
RIP.
September 11, 2013
So sorry for your loss, we have heard numerous stories of your family over the years and know it was a very loving one. May the memories help to ease your hearts, in our prayers, Kris and Marty Creighton
September 11, 2013
Dear Maricha and all the family, so sad to hear the sad news of George's passing. you can be sure we will be thinking of you all at this sad time.. Love from Donnie and Rosie in Brittany France
September 10, 2013
Dear Maricha,
We are thinking of you and the family at this sad time. But, also thinking about and remembering with fondness the times we shared with you both - the wonderful visits we had with you - the nature walks near your home, George's amazing garden and your beautiful, comfortable home that George so tastefully renovated, his huge movie library. George was a unique personality, a strong character, a loveable character. I will never forget his and your hospitality and thoughtfulness.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love and sympathy,
Rita (and Brian)
Kirsten Bydal
September 10, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the family of George Carruthers. George was a work mate to me and I always found him to be a fine human being, a caring and loving father/husband, as well as a smart shopper. His recommendations for Eaton's Surprise Day Sales were often appreciated. He also recommended that I retire as soon as possible and I've now taken that recommendation. Thanks George, you were so right.
Charlene Clifton
September 10, 2013
Dear Carruthers Family,
I'm so sadden to about George's passing. May you all find comfort in may wonderful memories throughout the years.
Daniel Moine
September 9, 2013
Maricha and family - we are thinking of you all at this sad time, but also remembering with fondness and pleasure the happy times we have spent with George through the years. Love to you all, Jill and Daniel
Chris Carruthers
September 9, 2013
My visits to Vancouver were always a delight around the family table with delicious food and stimulating conversation. Geordie was such a special guy, so unique, firm in his convictions, always thoughtful. I remember our hikes Maricha in your beautiful neighbourhood, and time in the garden. I will miss Geordie and wish I could have told him how much he influenced me. Love to all the family, we are thinking of you.
Adam, Mihoko & Talya Rabiner
September 9, 2013
Dear Mark and the Carruthers Family,
We were deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Carruthers who was clearly an amazing man. Our thoughts are with you all.
Adam, Mihoko and Talya Rabiner
September 9, 2013
Dear Mark and the Carruthers Family,
We were deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Carruthers. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Ken & Cathy (Carruthers) Macaulay
September 8, 2013
Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
September 8, 2013
Thinking of you and praying for you Maricha and family. Remember you fondly.
Aunt Betty Carruthers
September 8, 2013
Maricha and family .. you are in my thoughts and prayers .. I haven't seen any of you for years but due to the magic of the internet was fortunate to reacquaint myself with Geordie.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember him.
Michael Carruthers
September 8, 2013
Dear Maricha and family, I am so sorry to hear of Geordie's passing. It sounds like he had a full life filled with the things that made him happy and surrounded by those he loved. May the cherished memories of his wonderful presence ease you through this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Mary(Creighton) and John Michel
September 8, 2013
Jan, John & family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find support & comfort in knowing your brother has entered the wonderful next step in life.
Ben, Judy & Kristopher Reimer
Barbara Baird
September 8, 2013
I remember George as my "go to Catholic" at Justice. His devotion never interfered with his sense of humour as we always ended our little chats with a chuckle. A number of years ago he gave me a book called "Prayers and Devotions" and wrote on the cover that he would pray for me, which was sweet and disturbing at the same time. Well George, now that you're closer to the "Big Guy" I'm sure the level of humour in heaven will improve.
Lyndsay Kelly
September 8, 2013
My uncle and his family are forever in our hearts. We miss our uncle Geordie greatly but he has been reunited with his son and father in heaven.
Lyndsay Kelly daughter of Janice Kelly, Geordies baby sister.
Paul Gillis
September 8, 2013
A wonderful life, and thinking of you all
September 7, 2013
My sincere sympathies to Marisha and all of George's family. He was a true friend and I will miss him dearly. I thank God for having giving me the opportunity to have know George and for the privilege of having shared his company over the past years. R.I.P.
Gordon Board
September 7, 2013
So sorry to hear about your loss of George. I worked with George in my police capacity while he was with DOJ and always happy to be working with such a welled lawyer. He will be missed. All the best to the family
Joanne Kealey (Carruthers)
September 7, 2013
Geordie's life sounds brilliant. I am so sorry this great man has left you too soon. I hope that your memories are rich. I will pray for his soul and peace in your hearts.
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