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Memories and Condolences
for Eric Williams
42 Entries
Ivan Williams
November 12, 2008
Uncle Eric, was the the patriarch of the William's family who will be truly missed. Although my association with him was brief I will savour the memoriesMy conversations with him were interesting.My wife always talked of the wonderful times when she played dominoes with him.Errol,
Jeanne and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Just remember that what really matters in life are the people you love, and the times you spent living and laughing with them and being there for them.
Ivan (nephew) and Earline Williams
Ivan Williams
November 12, 2008
Uncle Eric, was the the patriarch of the William's family who will be truly missed. Although my association with him was brief I will savour the memoriesMy conversations with him was interesting.My wife always talked of the wonderful times when she played dominoes with him.Errol,
Jeanne and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Just remember that what really matters in life are the people you love, and the times you spent living and laughing with them and being there for them.
Ivan (nephew) and Earline Williams
Jackie Fung-Kee-Fung
November 6, 2008
Uncle Eric was a legend in our family, his name conjured an impression of a person held in great esteem, far bigger than his slight stature. I was truly sorry to hear of his passing. We do regret not having the opportunity to visit in these last years but his memory stays with us larger than ever. There were those good ole days in Jamaica, when he greeted us at the airport where he was working, the family gatherings presided over by himself and Uncle Victor with many great laughs and in particular we enjoyed the sense of family that he inspired.
In more recent times, we enjoyed seeing Uncle Eric and Aunt Nellie in Florida, getting together with My parents, Noel & Dorothy Chin and the rest of the family gathered there. David, my brother on many occasions what a delightful time he had when Uncle Eric and Aunt Nellie stayed with him. Uncle Eric, It was a great innings, you were a true inspiration to us.
Condolences to all the family in Canada and we look forward to seeing you in the not too distant future.
Jackie and Kieron Fung-Kee-Fung, Simon, Sacha and Lisa
Carl Williams
November 1, 2008
Uncle Eric,
You were my favorite uncle for many reasons. It was your ability to genuinely care for others that touched me most. Your humor and guidance especially meant so much to me. When my kids visited for Jordan’s wedding, they had nothing but kind words to say. They enjoyed your company so much that we still continue to share that memory to this day.
Our family definitely will miss you and we wish to extend our sincerest sympathies to Errol, Jeannie, and the entire family.
Love always,
Carl (nephew), Sheryl, Simone, and Gavin Williams
October 31, 2008
Uncle Eric,
With your passing an era may have ended, but what will live on are the treasured memories you have left us with, of a passionate family man, a gifted story teller, and a personality so warm, engaging and positive that you lifted the spirits of everyone in your presence with your infectious humour and love for life.
Above all, I will never forget the unfailing care and devotion which you showed to Mummy and Daddy, especially during their twilight years when hundreds of miles separated us from them. They so looked forward to your frequent visits, whether to take them to appointments, to assist Daddy with his banking or to just drop in with a hot oxtail dinner from Nicey's and spend time with them. For this, bless you Uncle Eric, and now may the angels take you to your rest.
To Errol, Jeannie and family, we all share your loss and keep you in our prayers.
"The song is ended, but the memory lingers on....."
Lisanne (niece), Joseph, Chad and Nyle Hammond
Sal Williams-Shariff
October 31, 2008
Dear Uncle Eric, We have only had the pleasure of knowing eachother briefly for the past 3 years after meeting you and your son for the first time at my father's (your nephew's) funeral. I hope that I will have the pleasure of seeing your wonder, happy family again. If you see my father, please tell him I think of him always. My condolences to your family for their tremendous loss.
Love Sal (great/grand niece)
Lurline Hoo
October 31, 2008
Uncle Eric was a real character, always the life of the party and we will truly miss him. Even though Uncle Eric always appeared to be “joking” you could always find some wisdom and grain of truth in his words. We take comfort in the knowledge that our loved ones never really leave us – they live on in the hearts and minds of those they have left behind and we can all honor Uncle Eric’s memory by showing each other love, kindness and understanding, which is what we will remember when we think of Uncle Eric.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Daisy Hoo and Family
Paul, Ann & Belinda Hoo; Lurline Hoo;
Blossom & Gregory Chen; Jennifer & Toby King;
Joan & David Goch and Lauren Strybos;
Jimmy, Helen, Rita & Carrie Ng;
Chris, Penny, Victor & Emily Hoo;
Lisa, Scott, Tyler & Jackson Chisholm.
Oakville, ON
Dawn Wong
October 31, 2008
Dear Uncle Eric:
You were released to go to a higher place and you will be greatly missed. I'm glad I have such fond memories of you and Aunt Nellie.
I am sorry we did not get to take you to see the Rockies when you visited with us but I'm sure you have a perfect view of them now.
Thank you for all you did for Mom and Dad when they lived in Toronto -all the trips to the bank, Loblaws, doctor's visits, to name a few. You were patient with them and I honour that.
To Errol, Jeannie and family, I understand your pain and stand with you in this season. May His peace sustain you.
Love from Dawn (niece), Bob,
Melissa and Kevin Wong
Edna & David Hughan
October 29, 2008
We are sorry to hear the sad news but relieved that his passing was peaceful after such a fulfilling life. We always had a very soft place in our hearts for Uncle Eric. He kept all the family in the best of spirits every time he visited us. We remember when we were in Kingston in happier days with the family and Uncle Eric entrusted us with his car which was kept in immiculate condition and was his pride and joy. It made a real contribution to our visits to Jamaica - a wonderful gesture and typical of Uncle Eric. As with all of us, we will miss him and his joy of life which actively affected everyone. We send our sympathy and our prayers giving thanks for Uncle Eric's life. May he rest in peace.
Nicola Barovier
October 29, 2008
Dear Uncle Eric,
It is hard to believe you're gone!! It seems like yesterday I saw you in Jamaica but that's how life goes..
I was glad that I saw you then and I will always have fond memories of you that I will always cherish.
May your soul rest in peace!!
Howard Williams
October 29, 2008
Uncle Eric lived life to the fullest. He was a man of discipline and was so proud of his loving family. A guardian at heart, he was always looking out for us, wanting to know how we were doing. Witty and clever, he had a way with words that would bring a smile and laughter to us all. A gracious host, entertaining his guests with stimulating conversation and refreshments, ensuring that you never went home on an empty stomach. He was an avid sportsman with cunning good looks. Uncle Eric was always poised to provide guidance and counsel, even when we thought we did not need it.
Our memories of Uncle Eric will resonate within our hearts…he will be missed, but never forgotten.
Howard, Ann, Tristan & Sheldon
Margaret HoSang
October 29, 2008
Uncle Eric has been the Patriarch of the Williams Family for as long as I can recall. When his siblings or nieces and nephews spoke his name, they did so with deference...and with reverence....and sometimes with trepidation.
He was always the capable, articulate, witty and very willing MC at family functions. The 1st event I recall was a wedding reception held at Aunt Etty's house in Kingston, followed by many others weddings during which various aunts would speculate as to whether or not the MC "was going to be Eric again". We were never disappointed, even when the jokes were too "mature" for me as a child.
In later years in Canada, even when he wasn't the official MC, he could be counted on to wax eloquent in his indefatigable way. I learned that word from him, and it so appropriately describes him.
This past August we were again honoured to have him be the eloquent and dramatic "Prayermeister" at our summer BBQ.
Even in his final days at the hospital he preferred to do the talking for himself. While Errol was discussing his progress with the doctor, Uncle Eric stated unequivocally "I am much improved, doctor!!"
He wanted to live to be 100. While his body needed a rest, his indefatigable spirit remained with his loved ones as they supported him in his final days on earth.
His gift to all of us the tenacity, courage, opitimism and spunk for which the Williams are well known. Though that legacy his spirit will live forever.
Errol, Jeannie, Denise, Donna, Sharon, Warren, Trisha....and all the great grandchildren... May the undying spirit of Uncle Eric and all the wonderful memories you hold sustain and comfort you at this time.
Margaret and Sunny
Shirley Chung
October 29, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to Errol, Jeanne and family on the passing of Uncle Eric who was so dear to all of us and who enjoyed a long and happy life.
May you find some comfort that he has left us all with fond memories of the happy times we all spent together as family.
We will all miss him especially at family functions.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Shirley (Niece) and Willie Chung
Carol Lee
October 29, 2008
You were always my favorite uncle despite the times I was afraid of you,I spent some nice times with you and Aunt Nellie in montego Bay I shallmiss you so much...
To Errol and Jeannie I know how much you will miss him, and send you both my deepest sympaties,
Dying is rejoicing that we go unto something better and higher, he is at peace and happy with his brothers and sisters, I know that my Mom will be pleased to have him even closer, God Bless us all.
Carol, Cannes South of France
Lloyd Tenn
October 28, 2008
I was really saddened to hear of Uncle Eric's passing.
May his soul and the souls of the faithfully departed rest in peace,AMEN.
Colin Tenn Yuk
October 28, 2008
We will miss you Uncle Eric. May God bless his soul and welcome him into eternal life. Rest in Peace.
Colin Tenn Yuk and family
Aldo Barovier
October 28, 2008
Dear Uncle Eric,
We will always remember you for your kind, generous and thoughtful ways. You were a godsend for my Grandpa and Grandma, Uncle George and Miss Phelo. My wife, Janine, and my son, Adrian, have many fond memories of your kind ways and great visits. I am very happy to have visited you last Sunday and to have spent precious time with you.
God Bless you, Uncle Eric!
Ray&Angie Chan
October 28, 2008
During this difficult..let it be of some comfort that "Grandpa" was well liked and thought of..great sense of hmour and never lost for words!
Nicole Williams Joseph
October 28, 2008
The Williams Family in New York would like to express our sincere and deepest sympathy to the rest of the family around the world. We especially want to extend our sincere condolences to Errol and his family.
‘Uncle Eric, we were very saddened to hear of your passing, and more so because we are unable to attend your Home Going Celebration. You will be sorely missed, but we are so grateful for your life and the legacy you have left behind for us all. We are sorry to see our last patriarch go, because we will miss you, but we rejoice in knowing that we will see you again.’
We will miss the family stories and his appreciation for young, beautiful women ? (smile). We have always looked forward to the family reunion that he always worked so diligently to put together.
“Time will wear away the edge of grief, but memory will turn back every leaf.”
With love,
Herman (nephew), Phyllis, Stanley & Family, Anthony & Family, David & Family, Nicole, Alain, Samantha & Declan.
Donna Leung
October 28, 2008
Uncle Eric, no family gathering will ever be the same. Whoever takes over your hosting duties will have a legend to live up to. You will be missed. God bless you always.
To Uncle Eric's nearest and dearest -you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Connie Hastings
October 28, 2008
Uncle Eric - You will be greatly missed. You've left us with wonderful memories to last us in all of our lifetime and beyond.
To: Errol, Jeanne and family - You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The HASTINGS:
Connie (neice), Athol, Annmarie, Wendy, Nick, Ric and Nicholas.
Suling & Richard Yap
October 28, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all on the passing of uncle Eric
Janett Beswick (Tenn Yuk) & Family
October 28, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Donald & Gerine Tenn Yuk (Kingston, Jamaica)
Suzette Tenn Yuk (Queens, NY)
David Chin
October 28, 2008
Uncle Eric was the glue that united a large family...and he had the perfect personality to do it. Condolences from the Chin line.
Paul, Ann & Belinda Hoo
October 28, 2008
Our sincere condolences on Uncle Eric's passing. He is gone but will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Martin Lyn
October 28, 2008
Unc Eric You will be missed by the Lyn Family
Marjorie Moo-Young
October 28, 2008
Uncle Eric - you will always be remembered with love.
Marjorie, Junior and family
Paula McGregor
October 28, 2008
With sincere sympathy on Uncle Eric's passing. We will all miss his wit.
Paula & Mickey
Natalie Tenn
October 28, 2008
Our Dear GRAND UNCLE ERIC, you have left us with a lifetime of memories:
- you have walked with us through life's " ups & downs"
- your jokes have had us in "stitches" on many occasions
- your timely anecdotes as you lovingly "mc-d" most family functions
- your unconditional love that kept all families together
WE LOVE YOU and rest assured your legacy will live on in our hearts & lives...........Natalie,Nicholas & Jessica
Tammy Lai
October 28, 2008
We will deeply miss you Uncle Eric and I'm sad that I won't be able to make you soft Johnny Cakes anymore.
Andy Samuels (Tenn Yuk)
October 28, 2008
Sorry to hear about Uncle Eric's passing.
Pansy Leung
October 28, 2008
Dear Uncle Eric,
We will always love and remember you. You are the one who drove Albert and me to our honeymoon at Pine Grove Hotel at the bottom of Blue Mountains, Jamaica. It was in the middle of the dark night, on a steep and dangerous, curving, narrow dirt road, where two cars could not pass each other - You took us because our designated driver copped out at the last minute.
Who is going to leave a whole melon on my doorsteps for me to find when I came home (just because you thought that I loved it) And always bring me a bag of grapes or some other goodies when you visited because your mother always taught you never to come empty handed to someone's home, even though I warned you not to stop anywhere before you came because I did not need anything.
Who is going to come and pick up all the litter I drop on my floor when I am working from my dining room table and hear you complain that you have never seen so much little pieces of paper all over the place. (When you leaned over, you could hardly get up). You should see how Albert rushed to pick up every little speck when you called to say you are coming and how disappointed if you did not find something.
Who is going to flirt with the young, pretty waitresses when we go out to eat? We have lost our "food inspector" as when we take you to Frankies Tomatto's for buffet, you spent most of time counting how much food the other diners were taking and announcing it loudly at our table. Who is going to drive me to Walmart to copy old photographs? And tell me all the old family stories and bring me up to date on other family members, and then argue with me when I would not agree with you on any issue.
Who is going to offer (even though sick yourself) to come to drive us to the doctor or hospital or come to go for a walk with us around the block, when one of us was recuperating.
Too many memories - how can we ever forget? But where you are concerned Uncle Eric, we have no regrets. You are the last of the Williams Clan to go home and although we are all sad to see you go on ahead of us, we know that death is not the end.
I smile when I try to imagine the celebration on the other side as they welcome you and try to think what each one would say. I am sure they will all ask you why on earth did you take so long to come. Will you tell them that you wanted to be the sibling that lived the longest? Will you quarrel with Aunt Vie and Uncle Jim because they beat you to it. Living to almost 91 years and six months is not a bad record. Mr. B will have dominoes out ready for a game with you. Don't forget, absolutely no swearing allowed on that side. Othewise you will not get your wings.
You are greatly loved by my whole family and my grand children were happy to know their GREAT, GREAT UNCLE and to hear all the stories and see photos of some famous people you met as Manager of the Montego Bay Airport in Jamaica.
All this is nothing compared as to how your own family must be feeling right now. But they will be comforted to know how we all feel about you. Our heartfelt sympathy go out to Errol and Jeanne, Denise, Donna, Sharon, Warren, and Tricia, their spouses and children. We are here for them too,
Fondly,
Pansy (niece) and Albert
Lurline Tenn Yuk
October 28, 2008
We offer our condolences on Uncle Eric's passing. May the happy memories of him give you comfort and healing and we wish the family love and prayers at this time.
Charles (Jnr.) and Lurline Tenn Yuk & family (Miami)
Joan Boxer
October 27, 2008
So sorry to hear of Uncle Eric's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
May Tenn Yuk (Attai's wife)
Joan and Ashley Boxer
Miami, Florida
Nicky Tenn Yuk
October 27, 2008
With Deepest Sympathy,
We will miss Uncle Eric.
Nicky & Karyn Tenn Yuk & Family
Donovan Chin (Eric's Godson)
October 27, 2008
My condolences to all
BENNY TENN YUK
October 27, 2008
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT UNCLE ERIC 'S PASSING.
MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE.
BENNY TENN YUK AND FAMILY
JAMAICA
Marcia McGregor
October 27, 2008
I will miss you, my favourite Uncle. You were the matriarch and caretaker of our family who kept us all united. With your bigger than life personality and wonderful jovial spirit you were the life of the party and gave us lots of smiles. You will always be in our hearts and never forgotten. Love, Marcia & Family.
Michael and Audrey
October 27, 2008
May "Uncle" Eric's soul rest in peace. He lived a full and vibrant life, where family was most important. We will miss him dearly.
Angela, Robert, Joseph, Michael, May Tenn-Yuk
October 27, 2008
Our deepest condolonces on the loss of someone so dear to all of us. He will be deeply missed. Take comfort in knowing that one day we will all meet on the other side. Uncle Eric is now in the arms of Jesus, singing and worshipping God with the angels. He is also in the presence of many of his loved ones that have gone on before him. What a celebration there is right now.
We are so thankful that we were able to see him before he went home to be with the Lord. We have so many fond memories of him and are honoured that we were included at his birthday celebrations, anniversaries and family picnics.
Our prayers are with you all that the Lord will comfort you.
With love
The Tenn-Yuks from Mississauga and Oakville
Michael, Robert, Joseph, Angela, May and family
Stephen Chong
October 27, 2008
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.
Herman & Greta Hue
October 27, 2008
Grandpa had the ability to make everyone feel "special"...one couldn't really tell whether he really remembered you or if he was just using his great oratory gift as he chatted with you. Even though we saw him only on ocassions, his wit and warmth always left us with something to laugh at or reflect on.
He's left a legacy of good memories.
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