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Dawn Nash Obituary

DAWN NASH It is with profound sadness that we announce that Dawn Nash our beautiful and passionate wife, daughter, sister and friend, slipped away from us peacefully at her home in Niagara-on-the-Lake on the afternoon of February 12, 2012, surrounded and comforted by her family. Dawn was the best friend and cherished wife of Dale Beckles, beloved daughter of Barb Nash (Staff) and Don "Nip" Nash, loving sister to Wendy, Tracey and David, and treasured aunt to Krysten, Ryan, Caitlin, Tatum, and great-aunt to Ethan. Born in St. Catharines on August 17, 1956, Dawn graduated from Grantham High School and Brock University before starting a successful career as a model in North America and Europe, and later as a makeup artist for film and video in Toronto. An adventurous spirit, Dawn's easy laughter and strong nature touched the hearts of all those she met during her extensive travels. Dawn's grace, determination, and positive attitude, during her six and a half year battle with cancer inspired everyone who knew her. Our sincere thanks are given to the countless caring and supportive teams at Princess Margaret Hospital and Toronto General Hospital who guided Dawn during this journey. Friends may share in a memorial for Dawn on Friday, February 17th at 1:00 p.m. at St. Andrew's Church in Niagara-on-the-Lake (323 Simcoe Street, Niagara-on-the-Lake), followed by a celebration of Dawn's life at The Old Winery (2228 Niagara Stone Road, Niagara-on-the-Lake). If desired, a "Tribute - In Memory" may be made to The Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation. Condolences may be made at George Darte Funeral Home web site. Online Guestbook - www.dartefuneralhome.com

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Published by Toronto Star from Feb. 15 to Feb. 17, 2012.

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Eve Marshall

March 6, 2012

My sincere condolences to you Dale, and the entire Nash Family. It was my great honour to get to know Dawn so well over the past year be a witness to her fantastic strength of character. Your love and comittment towards each other has shown me what true love really is. I am truly blessed to have known her and she will always be in my heart.

Rose Cannata Suongas

February 18, 2012

My condolences go to Dawn's family and to Dale Beckles...it is Rosa Cannata - we used to live on the corner by your father...he would tell us how much you loved Dawn...am so sorry to hear this news..may the Good Lord bring you peace in your hearts

Jim Dawson

February 17, 2012

I would like to express my condolences to Dale and Dawn's family. I worked with Dawn over a number of years, and I always sensed that there was something more to her than was called for by a mere working relationship. Despite her personal travail, she remained positive, cheerful, and attentive. As I told Dale, she was booked to work with me on the day of 9/11. When she phoned to cancel, because Dale's mom worked in the World Trade Centre, her concern was palpable, frantic. Beyond and perhaps despite her physical beauty, she carried a torch for every one around her.
I and my wife, Lorna, will be thinking of her and all of you on this day, and beyond.

Jim Dawson / FOTOWORK

February 16, 2012

I had the pleasure of working with Dawn for a few months last year,and like everyone found her to be brave and humorous in the face of her tremendous challenge.I will miss her.Robin Ward

Roland and Lena Groenenberg

February 16, 2012

Dale, Lena and I pass on our thoughts and prayers to you and Dawns family durning this time of sorrow. She was a beautiful person inside and out and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. We wish you comfort during this time, we will be there Friday to celebrate her life.

February 15, 2012

Dale, My thoughts and prayers are with you and Dawn's family! Over the years I felt a great connection with the two of you, although I saw you only rarely Dawn was a true inspiration and I will hold the conversations over the balcony in Collingwood last summer in my memory.
I am thankful for having the priviledge of sharing brief moments with both of you. God bless you.
Mary Weber

Adrianna SOLMAN

February 15, 2012

“God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered "come to me." With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.”

Dawn, I have profoundly missed spending time with you as you fought your illness and take small comfort that you suffer no longer....I can't get my head around that I will never see you again....we not only shared the same day on our birthdays but many special times and moments that I will hold in my heart forever, as I will the memory of you.....I am very very sad at your passing.

Peace, prayers and blessings for Dawn's family and devoted and loving husband Dale Beckles.

With great affection

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