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Memories and Condolences
for Penelope BARR
49 Entries
Michelle Mears
June 14, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person, you touched so many lives. You are truly missed.
Kathy and Rick
June 13, 2021
Dear Russ,
We were so so so sorry to learn of your beloved Penny’s passing. So shocked.
Please know we have extremely fond memories of yourself and Penny all those years back. Such a shame that life happens and we kind of all lose touch. Always thought of you both especially when we saw a boat. Always made us think of you two. Penny was always such the life of a party. So so sad to know she’s no longer with you. Our hearts and prayers go out to you.
Much love, Kathy and Rick Prince
Tonya Macwilliams
October 4, 2019
Rest In Peace Penny, you are gone far too soon and will be missed by so many.
October 4, 2019
We wish to extend our heartfelt condolences on the tragic loss of Penny. Love Debbie and Ted
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Xenia Christensen
October 2, 2019
Our Deepest Condolences
October 2, 2019
We will miss our beautiful spirit Penny Barr. Her breezy character, brilliant talent & genuine spirit of friendship towards us and others is like no other. Walt & I will always remember the nite we came to a Tadman party. He was timid & stunned ... you rushed over, took his hand and welcomed him to the group of people he now calls friends!
The zest for life and compassion Penny held is well known to us all and so appreciated! We, well I for certain, could never get enough of you! On stage, in print, or quietly conversing whether family or friend Penny was true! Blended with wit and kindness. A more than interesting gal who was our spice of life! You will be dearly missed Girl.
Rest well.
We will forever adore you.
Dale Vokey & Walter Payne
Toronto
Kathleen Duthie
October 1, 2019
The "Happy Hour" on the deck of the Duthie Cottage will not be the same without our sparkling Penny! Thank you for enriching all of our lives! We will miss you and hope Russ will visit often. Love from all the Duthie's.
Cheryl Turner
October 1, 2019
I will miss Penny's cartoons and the giant personality that created them. The world is a better place for her having been here, but a sadder place because she has left us. Peace to you Penny. You really knew how to live!!
Richard Henry
September 30, 2019
Although Penny and I had never met in person her cartoons brightened many of my days heartfelt condolences to all of her loved ones, I can feel the depth of your loss.
September 28, 2019
Such a terrible loss - Penny was an extraordinarily funny and talented person. My condolences to the many that loved her, and a heartfelt wish that she is in a place that can contain her spirit and energy!
Penny: Summer 2018 on Drawn Aboard
Cat Ishino
September 28, 2019
In the summer of 2018, my husband and I were renting out one of the Bluffers Park float homes while we were putting up our Downtown Core condo up for sale. The contrast, from where we used to live for 10 years and staying at the Marina, was dramatic and heavenly!
Soon after we moved in, Penny invited us to join her congregation of friends having cocktails on the dock next door. I dont believe Ive ever met a person with such an open heart, mind and spirit. From the start, she took me under her wing and showed me how to live life on the waterfront- from how and what to feed the swans and their cygnets, to what to order at the Dogfish Pub, and perhaps most of all- how to enjoy life to the fullest with friends and family (so much so, I wanted to retire and move down to join her lovely community, but I could not).
I will miss Penny, but her bright light lives on within me, and the memories of the great moments of her friendship she shared with me.
Dick and Cathy Howson
September 28, 2019
We are so saddened to hear of Penny's passing. Remembering her joyful presence on Kosh Lake.
Penny leading the rescue
Robert Appleton
September 27, 2019
Penny leading the rescue. Tom Elliot kindly took us all out for a trip on the lake and we were towed safely back to the dock by 2 kind young men, after the engine stopped. A fortunate day for all!
At the Marina party July 1 2018
Robert Appleton
September 27, 2019
Penny, we will miss you so much!
Bob & Cathe
At the Marina Party July 1 2018, from Cathe Ishino and Bob Appleton
Robert Appleton
September 27, 2019
Cathe Ishino and Bob Appleton with Penny leading our rescue at Bluffers June 29, 2018
Robert Appleton
September 27, 2019
Robin MacWilliams
September 26, 2019
Penny was such a beautiful person and a true light in this world. She will be deeply missed by so many.
Irene & John McKenzie
September 25, 2019
We had many wonderful years with Penny and Russell as good friends and neighbours at BPM and even after we moved from there.
Her talent and beauty were an inspiration to us all.
Penny became a part of our family so much so that our young granddaughter seriously declared (after a visit on Drawn Aboard) that she had inherited her artistic abilities from Penny.
We will ever appreciate her cleaver wit (she dubbed us Irie and Cleanzie McKenzie and will always be, as she said, our forever neighbour.
Jazzlam Poster
Irene McKenzie
September 25, 2019
Pen & pen!
Irene McKenzie
September 25, 2019
Forever Neighbours
Irene McKenzie
September 25, 2019
Rob Dick & Val Hooper
September 25, 2019
Words cannot express how deeply sorry we were to hear of Penny's passing. Our sympathies to Russ and family, and their many close friends/extended family. Rob and I have had the pleasure of knowing Penny and Russ for the past 13 years at Bluffers Park Marina. Penny truly was a treasure and we will miss her very much, including and especially her artistic talents and wonderful singing. No matter what, Penny always had a smile on her face and knew how to make everyone laugh. I will miss seeing her daily cartoon posts on Facebook and her throwback photos from days gone by. Gone but never forgotten. Sleep well Penny.
Rob and Val - CHILLIN II
Marla Lukofsky
September 25, 2019
Penny had a unique talent as an artist and as a singer. Her energy, courage and vigor endured thru this last journey. So sorry for your loss.
Chris Speechly
September 25, 2019
Condolences to Russ and rest of the family. Hadn't seen her in many years, but such a vibrant, upbeat, talented person is not easily forgotten. We should all live lives as full.
Mary Harris, Globe and Mail colleague
September 25, 2019
So sorry to hear of Penny's passing. Very sad indeed. My heartfelt sympathy. Penny was awesome!
Michelle Mears
September 24, 2019
Penny was a great soul and will be deeply missed by all. My deepest sympathies.
Kathleen & Gerry
September 24, 2019
Penny was a breath of fresh air, we enjoyed our evenings together, her witty comments, her art work and the outfits. She was a good friend, had a zest for life and left a huge imprint of her beauty on this world. She was a great friend
We are so sorry for your loss Russ, we will miss our sassy Penny. RIP dear Penny, you were EPIC, see you on the other side!
verlene robinson
September 24, 2019
Ross and I send our sympathy on your loss of beautiful Penny.
Peace be with you.
Verlene & Ross
Michael Larkin
September 24, 2019
So very sad to hear of Penny's passing. Deepest sympathy. She was an incredible talented person with both her voice and pen. We have lost a person with a big heart and truly genuine friend. Rest In Peace Penny.
Linda Elliott
September 24, 2019
Tom and I are heartbroken to lose such a great friend. Penny was such an amazing woman, and loved life so fully... We are very blessed to have been close neighbors at the marina and grateful for having Penny and Russ visit us this past january in cozumel. Penny fought so very hard and was so inspirational with her tenacity and will to live. We are all better people for having known her... Rest peacefully amiga.
Anne-Marie Leidl
September 24, 2019
With deepest sympathy. Penny was a beautiful light, gifted on so many levels, hugely talented, funny, and a very special person.
May 15, 2018 - The Globe & Mail friends luncheon
Ugis Bruveris
September 23, 2019
May 15, 2018 - The Globe & Mail friends luncheon
Ugis Bruveris
September 23, 2019
May 15, 2018 - The Globe & Mail friends luncheon
Ugis Bruveris
September 23, 2019
May 15, 2018 - The Globe & Mail friends luncheon
Ugis Bruveris
September 23, 2019
Visiting the new Globe building, May 15, 2018
Ugis Bruveris
September 23, 2019
MAD lunch with Penny, May15, 2018
Ugis Bruveris
September 23, 2019
Good memories with Penny, May 15, 2018
Ugis Bruveris
September 23, 2019
Memories of good times with Penny, May 15, 2018
Ugis Bruveris
September 23, 2019
Erika Lang
September 23, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss, Penny brought so much light into the world through her art and her music. She will be sorely missed.
Keith Wilen
September 23, 2019
Rest easy, Penny. Thanks for all the years of not only being a great co-worker and band mate, but a kind soul to all. See you on the other side some day.
September 23, 2019
You will be missed by many.
Chris
September 23, 2019
Russ:
I was stunned by the news and so sorry for your loss. I know words can't take away the hurt you are feeling but my thoughts are with you in your time of grief. I just regret we didn't spend more time together in the recent years.
Penny filled our lives with happiness and good feelings that we will carry in our hearts forever. She will be missed by many and her memories will be cherished forever.
Tony Jenkins
September 23, 2019
With deepest sympathy. Sending our love and our appreciation for a very special lady, an incredibly talented, funny artist and a beautiful person.
Bev Strachan
September 23, 2019
Penny had such a joy for life! May she continue to draw, sing, dance, laugh and shine in all of our hearts. Penny's presence made everyone's spirit come alive. May she be at peace and remember all of the good times she shared with Russ and her friends and family.
With Respect,
Bev and Jim Strachan
(former Float Home neighbours)
Carolyn Webster
September 23, 2019
I had the pleasure of working with Penny at The Globe and Mail. What a remarkable woman and friend. Always ready for a laugh and witty sense of humour. Voice of an angel, artist on many levels. A true inspiration and whom will be missed greatly. I will smile when I think of you often Penny. Peace be with you. xo
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