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Megan McNeil Obituary
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Irene E Shaw
July 20, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
jim anderson
July 17, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
February 26, 2011
To Megan's Family ,I said a special prayer for Megan, I know she is in Heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. With all of God's blessings.Scarborough ont.
Simon Cheng
February 19, 2011
Another hero after Terry Fox.
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Kerry Arthur
February 12, 2011
To Megan's Family,
A few months ago a friend of mine sent me the link to your daugher singing. I sat in the library in our small town and cried. We lost our daughter Jess 3 years ago on March 8th to leukemia after a 9 month battle. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Take each day, hour, minute, second at a time. You must be so very proud of Megan as we are of Jess. God Bless you all.
Bill and Kerry Arthur, Perth Road, Ont.
February 12, 2011
To Megan's Family - Several months ago my friend sent me the link of your daughter singing. I sat in a public library in our small town and cried. We lost our daughter Jess 3 years ago on March 8th to leukemia. She was 14 when she died. I feel your pain and your devastation. Please know our hearts are with you all as are our prayers. Take one day, hour, minute, second at a time. You must be so very proud of Megan as we are of Jess. God Bless.
Kerry and Bill Arthur, Perth Road, Ont.
Rick & Jo Smart
February 11, 2011
Dave & Suzanne - Words cannot express our great sadness on hearing of your enormous loss of Megan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
February 7, 2011
To Megan's family, I am thinking of you. Even at the young age of seven when I first met her at her grandmother Carolyne's home, Megan had an old soul, a wisdom and maturity seldom seen in children this age.
She has gone to a place where there is no suffering and no pain. Megan will shine over you, watching over you, comforting you, protecting you...a brilliant star in the late night sky, forever brilliant just as the love you shared with her.
With love and affection,
Louise Le Cavalier
Melissa S.
February 3, 2011
I never met Megan personally, but I was deeply touched by her life story. May the McNeil family find comfort in the promise of the scriptures. Isaiah 33:23 says, "And no resident will say I am sick..." This is what helped me to cope with the loss of my uncle & grandmother to cancer.
Jean Kidds
February 2, 2011
I didn't know Megan personally but I know her Uncle Brett very well.
"Forever in Our Hearts" is what my family says when we lose close family members.
My sincere condolences to family and friends that knew Megan.
Gen
February 2, 2011
I met Megan in highschool. We sat next to each other in Spanish, and sang together in Choir.
My favourite memory was eating an entire bucket of cookie dough ice cream together while waiting in betweeen concerts while on band/choir tour in Ucluelet.
She was such a happy and inspirational person, whose voice has now helped so many.
Megan, I love you and miss you dearly. But I know that you are free of pain and suffering, and looking down upon all of us.
I will never forget you.
Derek Johnstone
February 2, 2011
I was fortunate to meet Megan once, when we shot a story together for Shaw TV in Nanaimo featuring her song, her story, and her will to survive. It was a very uplifting day, and I remember being on the edge of tears after she performed her song for the camera. She was one of those people who touch lives in a memorable and positive way. Best of wishes for Megan's family and their recovery.
Martha Hardy
February 1, 2011
I did not meet Megan personally; however, watched her on Shaw TV before Christmas. Loved her song, her courage and delightful personality that shone through on that episode. Not much worse in life than losing your Child! Thoughts are with Megan's parents and other family and friends at this sad time.
Martha Hardy
January 31, 2011
Our depest condolences to all family and friends. My husband had the honor to meet you when he participated in the sears national kids cancer ride and has never forgotten how much of an impact you made to him and all of the riders and volunteers. I never was able to meet you but, with the impact you made with him I can trust you are a very special person. RIP Megan ~~ you will be truly missed.
Rosemary Breschuk-Chiu
January 31, 2011
Heartbreaking news...our condolences to her family and friends. Consolation can be found in the truth that music can live forever. Rest in peace.
Shirley Marsh
January 31, 2011
I was so impressed by this young woman's fight.Thankyou for your inspiration!! We can only hope to be so brave!
Barbara W
January 31, 2011
Thank you Megan for all you gave to others- The Will To Survive
Thank you to the family for sharing your angel with the world. ((Hugs))
January 31, 2011
So sad, she was so young and beautiful.
Pauline Holmes
January 31, 2011
It is so sad to loose another young tallented women to cancer.Your tallent and strength are an inspiration to us all Megan.
C Van Meeteren
January 31, 2011
What a beautiful young lady and her song is a testiment to her strength. Being the parent of a teenage daughter with cancer is tough but you've gone through something so much more. Many thoughts and prayers are with you.
Madelene Sebaldt
January 31, 2011
To all families and friends of Megan McNeil:
My true sympathy go to you for this obviously very sad time and for the very untimely passing of this young girl, though I never met her or anything.
Madelene Sebaldt
January 31, 2011
To family and friends of Megan McNeil:
I never knew her or met her, but I was deeply saddened at the news of her passing at this very young age.
My most sincere condolences to you for her untimely death - definitely much too young!
Monica A.
January 31, 2011
Its truly tragic that this terrible illness took such a young life. I hope your strenght and courage lead the way to conquer it so other families don´t have to suffer the most terrible loss of all.
Diane Sutherland-Brown
January 31, 2011
you have been an inspiration to us all.
Pearl
January 31, 2011
Sorry about your loss. May her legacy live through her music. We pray for the parents...may the the peace of God carry you through this difficult time.
Gloria Swanton
January 30, 2011
Such an inspiration to many; a great loss to her family; a hero to many.
January 30, 2011
A life taken way too soon.Megan is an inspiration to us all.We now have another angel watching over us.RIP my dear friend.
Susan McLennan
January 30, 2011
Megan, you dear sweet generous soul. Our world got brighter because you were in it. We loved every minute of the ride, except the ending. We will miss you always.
Here are some other thoughts about you that came to me this afternoon:
http://www.babbleoncom.com/2011/01/megan-mcneil-1981-2011/
Lots of love,
Susan
K. Goddard
January 30, 2011
I fell in love with your courage and inspriation. You are a leader and a fighter. God Bless.
steele
January 30, 2011
What a beautiful smile Megan had. The family and friends have my deapest symphaty. I too lost a child at a early age from cancer. I know what a difficult time it can be for those who are left behind. All we have is memories and what a gift from God that is. With out it our love ones would be lost to us. . God promises that one day we won't have to worry about things so evil as death. We all long for that time.
Frances
January 30, 2011
Strong, brave and beautiful. You brought so much into the lives of so many!
Thomas Kozina
January 30, 2011
You are an inspiration!
Cathleen Lundgren
January 30, 2011
Megan, working with you was the greatest gift I have ever received. Your courage and love of life has brought so much to our family. We live with your message every day to live life to the fullest. May your dreams still keep coming true for all kids fighting cancer.
Adrienne Asbury
January 30, 2011
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I became familiar with Megan through her involvement with the Ride2Survive and her song. She touched the lives of many strangers. I hope the happy memories of her are some day stronger than your current grief. Thinking of you, and wishing that so many families were not affected by this nasty disease.
Dot and Ken Dyer
January 30, 2011
You are now in the hands of God and will be sadly missed
God Bless
January 30, 2011
Gone to soon... Rest in peace sweet Megan.. You will remembered for ever!!!
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