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Barbara Scott Obituary
Her death was confirmed by Skate Canada. The Canadian Press said the cause of death wasn't known.
Scott won the Olympic title at the 1948 Games in St. Moritz, and won the Lou Marsh Trophy as Canada's top athlete in 1945, 1947 and 1948.
She was inducted into Canada's Sports Hall of Fame in 1955. Scott became an officer of the Order of Canada in 1991, was inducted into the International Women's Sports Hall of Fame in 1997 and was named to Canada's Walk of Fame in 1998. In 2009, she carried the Olympic torch into the House of Commons on its journey to Vancouver for the 2010 Winter Games.
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terri Floyd
October 22, 2012
Dearest Family of Barbara King,
We were so sad to hear of Barbara's passing and we offer our deepest sympathy. I know it is little consolation at this sad time, but it should be of some satisfaction to know that in her passing you can celebrate the end of a very long and productive life.
The measure of a life well-lived is not in how much money one has or what possessions they have accumulated, but rather through the lives they touched and the love they've shared. Her absence here on earth has left much sorrow behind. If the outpouring of sympathy on her loss is any indication, which I know it is then you can proudly and confidently say that her life indeed was a life well lived.
Tom, I know you'll find peace and comfort in knowing that her loss is felt by all who knew and loved her.
In Sympathy,
Terri Floyd and Ron Ames
October 21, 2012
Dearest Family of Barbara King,
We were so sad to hear of Barbara's passing and we offer our deepest sympathy. I know it is little consolation at this sad time, but it should be of some satisfaction to know that in her passing you can celebrate the end of a very long and productive life.
The measure of a life well-lived is not in how much money one has or what possessions they have accumulated, but rather through the lives they touched and the love they've shared. Her absence here on earth has left much sorrow behind. If the outpouring of sympathy on her loss is any indication, which I know it is then you can proudly and confidently say that her life indeed was a life well lived.
Tom, I know you'll find peace and comfort in knowing that her loss is felt by all who knew and loved her.
In Sympathy,
Terri Floyd and Ron Ames
Sharon Godwin
October 8, 2012
A true Ballerina on the Ice.
October 6, 2012
Barbara Ann skated into the hearts of all Canadians and made us so proud. She never forgot her Canadian roots and we will never forget her.
RIP, BA.
Patricia, Newmarket, Ontario
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Barbara Scott Burningham Weber
October 6, 2012
I would like to offer my sympathy to the family and friends of Barbara Ann Scott. A friend came across her obituary and forwarded it to me as she remembered the story of how I got my name. I never met Barbara, but I was named after her. My father was from Watertown, NY and he admired her skating, though he told me he never spoken to her. I'm not sure he ever told my mother why he wanted to name me Barbara Scott, but it worked out well as my mother's maiden name was also Scott, though no relation to Barbara. I read about Barbara in a book about skaters once and was pleased to see a photo of the lady I was named for. Barbara never knew she had touched a young man from Watertown in such a way that he would name his daughter after her. I hope she would have been pleased. I am proud to have her name.
October 6, 2012
You have my deepest sympathy. May good memories provide solace for your family during this challenging time; and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again in paradise. John 17:3
Brian Quirk, Jr.
October 5, 2012
Dear Tom,
I was so very sad to hear of Barbara Ann's passing....she was truly a wonderful and extraordinary person...my deepest sympathies to you.
Hopefully the fond memories of a loving, happy and fulfilling life together along with your strong faith that you will one day be reunited in eternal life will provide you the comfort you need in this difficult time.
Barb was a remarkably accomplished person and role model but even more than that she was at all times kind and gracious to everyone she met...the epitome of class. She will be greatly missed by the thousands of people she knew, touched and inspired.
After living such a meaningful and inspirational life may she rest in peace.
October 5, 2012
Helen and Mike McDermott and Lorene Revolta send their condolences to you Tom
Ed Goossen
October 4, 2012
Tom, I think of you and Barbara often. I am so sorry to learn of her death. I know you will miss her as I miss Donna. I so enjoyed the visits with the two of you at the Jacksonville Symphony Pops programs. God bless you and help you through this loss.
Ed Goossen
October 4, 2012
I wish to extend my heartfelt sympathy on your great loss. You both are in our prayers. I would be greatly honored if you called if you were in Chicago.We now spend the Winter in Fort Lauderdale and are in the phone book. Jack Flynn
October 4, 2012
Dear Tom,
Bob and I were very sorry to learn of Barbara's death. She was one of the most beautiful women we've ever met......inside and out. We know how much you'll miss her. Our deepest sympathy. Alicia Kunisch
October 3, 2012
My our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and gave everlasting comfort and good hope by means of undeserved kindness comfort your hearts and make you firm in every good deed and word.
DickR Reeves
October 3, 2012
I was so proud of Barbara as I watched and photographed her when she was paraded through the streets of Ottawa after one of her skating titles. I have one of her passing the National War Memorial and I've kept a copy of her Life Magazine cover picture.
Amanda Eckardt
October 3, 2012
Barbara, Our family feels a true loss. We grieve with your amazing husband. Makenzie is going to miss seeing you at church every week with her grandmother. You and your husband always dressed your very best and looking like a King and Queen. You will be missed so very much. You were so very famous but treated every person as if they were a close friend. You never acted as if you were above anyone else. You loved God and your husband so much. I know he misses you terribly as my family does. I feel honored just to have met you and I thank you for being so kind to my daughter. She loved seeing your gold medal, your outfits & the Barbara Ann Doll the most. We're still trying to find her a doll but they're hard to come by. We miss you Mrs. Barbara Ann.
Love, Mary Kay, Amanda & Makenzie
October 3, 2012
At the end of each life is a legacy of love and accomplishments. My condolences to the Family and Friends. Alabama
Marsha Firth
October 3, 2012
Ms. Scott was an inspiration to all the Canadian girls, past and present. She represented Canada well, both in her youth and the rest of her life.The artifacts of her career she gave to Ottawa are legendary. May she rest in peace.
October 3, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
October 2, 2012
I grew up in the 50's and Barbara Ann Scott was my inspiration. I always tried to emulate her in my skating. She made me proud to be a Canadian. Linda Liss, Roswell, Georgia USA
October 2, 2012
Saddened to learn of Barbara Ann's death. Spoke with her recently at the opening of her Gallery in Ottawa. She was a role model for many, a wonderful athlete and a great Canadian. She made us all proud. Thank you for such a legacy. May you enjoy skating forever on a heavenly pond. Sincere sympathy, Tommy.
Patricia Lawson, Stittsville, Ontario
MG Orender
October 2, 2012
Tom, while Barbara Ann will be missed, we join you in celebrating a wonderful life full of accomplishments, joy and grace. Donna and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
MG and Donna Orender
Charlene Anderson
October 2, 2012
My prayers go out to Mr. Thomas King. Mrs. King was a beautiful lady inside and out, and I will miss her. RIP Barbara Ann Scott King.
Bill & Judy Dalessandro
October 2, 2012
Dear Tommy,
Judy & I offer our deepest sympathy to you. Barbara was truly a great lady and a good friend, and we will miss her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Billy & Judy
Helen & Sonja Pfaff
October 2, 2012
She will always be in our hearts.
Manny and Fern Steinfeld
October 2, 2012
Tom: Fern and I want to express our deepest sympathy on Barbars passing.I remember my first visit to your office in 1962 and admired your wall of Time Magazine cover pages. I asked you who is the most inportant of these VIPs. Little did I realize that Barbaras photo was in the center. She was beautiful, talented and stood head and shoulders above the worlds VIPs. She will be missed.
Andrée Peters
October 2, 2012
I've known of your great accomplishments since I grew up in your era. You will always be very special, with a special place in my heart.God bless you.
Mary Sandra Vieceli
October 2, 2012
I remember being in awe of her when I was a little girl in the 40's . . . she was great!
Jim & Jeanne Awtrey
October 2, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. She was such a sparkle in our life, adding such wonderful memories of laughter and fun.
We thank the Lord she was made available to enrich the lives of so many. Tom, you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Edward J. HEPBURN
October 2, 2012
A Canadian who instilled national pride and respect in all that she did. A lady in every sense of that word. Barbara Ann - you will be missed greatly. Thank you for your being such a positive part of our Canadian history! Our sympathy Tom.
A. Smith
October 2, 2012
I'm sorry for your loss. Please allow God to be your refuge and your strength during this difficult time. (Psalms 91:2)
October 2, 2012
Our Deepest Sympathy for your loss.
She was a beautiful person.
Mr. & Mrs. Irwin Gothelf
Elizabeth & Richard Brzeczek
October 2, 2012
Tom: Barbara is remembered for her greatness, poise and charm by all who saw her skate and all knew her personally. She was a great lady in all respects and, to us, a cherished friend. We have many fabulous memories of the times we spent together. God blessed you with Barbara. We pray that he will continue to bless you with all the wonderful memories of your marriage.
jim ashenden
October 2, 2012
Dear Tom Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of Barbara Ann. She was truly and most deservingly your 'loved one.' Jim Ashenden
October 2, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
October 2, 2012
My dearest Tom I am so sorry for your loss Barbara was a great lady, may she rest in peace in God's arms.
Jan Pattyn
JERRY PARELLO
October 2, 2012
I am very sorry to hear of Mrs. Kings passing.Years ago I put the security system in there home in Chicago.She was so plesant I enjoyed going to work in the morning.She always had coffee ready for me.May GOD rest her soul.Thanks for the great memories.
October 2, 2012
So sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. He will be dearly missed. Romans 15:33
October 2, 2012
GOD FAMILY AND FRIENDS THAT'S ALL THERE IS.LEAN HEAVLY ON THE ONE THAT IS OPENING HIS HAND AND SATISFYING THE DESIRE OF EVERY LIVING THING.PSALM 145:16,I 'M SINCERELY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
NORTH CAROLINA
Frances Miller
October 2, 2012
Tommmy - take care- thinking of you - remember your wedding day - love
Frances Miller (nee Hall)
October 2, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
K O
October 2, 2012
What a wonderful spirit and person
Diana Hawkins
October 1, 2012
Such a beautiful soul! I still have a doll from the 1950's when she skated in ice shows in Indianapolis, IN,USA.Sympathy to all who loved her.
John Rodway
October 1, 2012
Just entering my teens Barbara Ann inspired me to take up figure skating at the Toronto Skating Club following a paralytic illness from which I fully recovered and competed in Junior Nationals
My deepest sympathies to Tommy and all those who loved her.
Cheryl Carlson
October 1, 2012
Our family would like to convey our condolences to the family of Ms. Scott. Our mother (the late) Marilee Martha Vaillant (nee McNeill) was a club professional in the late 50's in Port Arthur, ON and spoke of Ms. Scott often. I am not sure of they ever met, however our mothers love for figure skating is instilled in all members of our family. Thank you for her inspiration
John and Marilyn
October 1, 2012
Remembering a life well lived and a heart well loved. You will be missed. Our prayers are with you, Tom.
October 1, 2012
A very classy lady.
George Mallow, West Carrollton, Ohio
Adele (Archer) MacAskill
October 1, 2012
I remember seeing her skate and every day I went to the rink I kept the vision of her grace and beauty in mind.
Barbara will never be forgotten. Her legacy lies in what she has made possible for those who followed her. My heartfelt condolences to her family.
Cynthia Caldwell Calgary
October 1, 2012
Tommy sorry to hear the news this morning of your loss. You and Barb hold a special place in my heart. I have so appreciated being remembered each year by you both. You are in my thoughts at this time.Placing "Serenade for Gracie"..knowing how much you loved each other.
Barbara Ann Dulin
October 1, 2012
My Mom was a native of Peterborough, Ontario and was also a great admirer of Barbara Ann Scott.I was born the year she won the gold medal and was named after her.What a classy champion she was!
October 1, 2012
Barbara,you were also a beautiful horse back rider.Condolences Suzanne Herbes
Kay Reckord Ames
October 1, 2012
To the family of Barbara Ann Scott: My deepest condolences on her passing as she was my idol growing up. I just adored watching her skate and have thought of her often through the years. She will be missed so very much by all who knew and loved her. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Donna Parker
October 1, 2012
I grew up in Western Canada in the late 1940's, 1950's and had a Barbara Ann Scott doll. All of the girls then wanted to be just like her. She was a role model and God has a special angel
Victoria Rutherford
October 1, 2012
I am so very sorry to hear of Barbara Ann's passing. I shed tears as I have been trying to find a way to connect with her since my mother's illness last fall. Barbara is a cousin to us through my maternal(late)grandfather's family and I so desperately wanted to unite and meet with her. My own daughter, ChloeAnne is a dancer and she looked up to her distant cousin Barbara with hope of someday meeting her. Our family is very sad to hear of this news. Barbara will always be remembered as a "sweetheart" in our hearts. Blessings, Victoria
October 1, 2012
Dear Tommy, This is a sad day for all of your friends. Thank you for the love & advice you both gave me. I treasure knowing the both of you.
Barb was a special Lady.
God Bless you. Gods' peace be with you
Love Marcia F. Orange Park, FL
October 1, 2012
At the end of each life is a legacy of love and memories. May Barbara's memory continue to live on in your hearts. And continue to rely on God Almighty for strength and comfort Psalm 46:1
bobbie ziegler
October 1, 2012
I saw you as a little girl graceful then andstill rest in peace
Tanisha
October 1, 2012
I am sorry to hear of the passing of a legend. My prayers are with her family both now, and forever.
Penny Webb-Eisele
October 1, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. When I was a young girl in Toronto she was my Hero. I'm 68 now and still have my Barbara Ann doll. This is a vey sad day for me.
Harry Simpson
October 1, 2012
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
tom scott
October 1, 2012
Rest in peace barb.
Janet Bessey
October 1, 2012
Dear Tommy, It was with great sadness that I heard of Barbara's passing. She was a very special lady and will be greatly missed. It was a privilege to know you both and call you friends. Love, Janet
Joe B
October 1, 2012
I remember reading about her in the 1948 Olympics, along with American ski star, Gretchen Fraser.
Lee Fasch
October 1, 2012
She was the very best as a champion and gave much to the world with her beauty, grace, charm, sportsmanship, and pride. Condolences to her family and friends and may The Good Lord comfort them !!
Kathy Thompson
October 1, 2012
It is always sad to lose our athletes but she will be well remembered for having the fortitude to accomplish what she did for the ones who came behind her.
Betty Fowler
October 1, 2012
10/01/2012
My condolences to the family of Barbara Ann Scott. Ms. Scott live a long prosperous and happy live. She is in a peaceful sleep waiting for her name to be call and she will wake up answer and come out. (John.11:43,44)
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K Bartnicki
October 1, 2012
I have very fond memories of Barbara when I was showing horses. She attended several of our local horse shows and I remember how elegant she looked riding. She was such a nice down to earth person. May peace be wtih her.
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