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STELLA BRUNER-METHVEN Obituary

STELLA JOY BRUNER-METHVEN Stella Joy left this world on October 22, 2012 in exactly the same way as she entered it---completely surrounded by a circle of love created by the people who meant the most to her. Stella will be forever missed and forever remembered by her parents Aimee Bruner and Michelle Methven, as well as her brothers Samson (born October 2011) and Hugo (born August 2012). Stella's family feels so lucky to have had her for the last three years; she touched the hearts of her best friend and cousin Gracie Bruner-Gonsalves as well as her Auntie Angie (Andrea Bruner), Auntie Juju (Julia Gonsalves), Auntie Heather (Heather Methven), Uncle Daniel (Daniel Pellett), cousin Xavier Methven-Pellett, Auntie Nicole (Nicole Young) and Uncle Tristan (Tristan Mohr). Stella was blessed to have wonderful grandparents who spoiled her with love each day of her life; Poppa (Noel Methven), DeeDee (Margaret Mohr), Grand-Pa (John Bruner), Nanny (Sandra Young) and Tutu (Marilyn Emery). Other special people in Stella's life were Frank and Arlene Steger, Jen Caldwell and Brad Needham, Grace James, Natasha Watt, the wonderful staff at Childspace 3 / Metamorphosis Daycares, the Farrugia Family (Cheryl, Peter, Cassandra and Nicole), DPT's of Fall 2007 and her No. 3191 donor siblings (Holden, Olivia and Rosie). A special message of thanks to Stella's care team including her palliative care doctors Dr. Kevin Bezanson and Dr. Parween Brar, who are not only superb Doctors, but also incredible human beings, our palliative "dream-team" of An Warnick and Em Hopkins and Stella's nurse Chris Velem, who brought much appreciated humour and warmth to our home. Stella will be missed terribly by all her special friends (and their parents), especially her best friends Arin Akintan-Carter and Flora HayDraude, as well as her other buddies: Tobin, Aurora, Cedar, Ava, Declan, Lark, Nate, William, Eamon, Alice, Evie, Ayokari, Sky, Violet, Winter, Hugh, Zev and Maya. As these children grow up, it is our fondest wish that Stella's spirit stays alive in their smiles. Stella's love, light, infectious laugh and huge heart will continue to guide and inspire all those whose lives she touched. Her time on this Earth was short, but her impact was huge and we will be forever thankful to have been blessed with our redheaded "force to be reckoned with". She is forever woven into the lives of so many people, and we know she will continue to inspire us from afar. To learn more about Stella and her journey, visit www.stellabrunermethven.com In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Max and Beatrice Wolfe Centre for Children's Grief and Palliative Care (division of Temmy Latner Centre) or Camp Oochigeas for Children with Cancer. A private funeral for family and friends will be held next week, followed by a public Celebration of Stella's Life which will take place November 10th at 6:00 p.m. outdoors in Riverdale Park West (just outside the gates of Riverdale Farm), rain or shine. You are invited to bring yourselves and your children, and come remember this special girl with us. BYOT (Bring Your Own Timbits)! Please visit www.etouch.ca for details and condolences. The light of a distant star continues to reach the Earth long after the star itself is gone.

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Published by Toronto Star from Oct. 24 to Oct. 27, 2012.

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Wendy

October 17, 2021

I did not meet Stella but still think of her often. Love to her family and all who knew and were moved by her.

Rin

October 9, 2021

Still thinking of Stella

Sue Yanoff

November 13, 2012

A beautiful and spirited little red-head has left us to shine with the stars above. Rest well sweetheart - "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star has never meant more! I will think of you each time I sing this song to my little Evie with a tear in my eye and love in my heart. My thoughts and love to all your family.

Renee Ferguson

November 1, 2012

Every day I remember spunky and amazing Stella and I think of the incredible family that created her. Every bright orange tiger lily, beautiful butterfly, every rainbow in a dark and cloudy sky, and every chocolate timbit will keep Stella alive. My sincerest condolences.

Mary

October 31, 2012

I've been reading your blog and feel as though I know your family intimately - perhaps this is why I am so incredibly sad over Stella's passing. We all read or hear of sad stories but this one has hit me hard - I just love that little Stella! She won't be forgotten - I know I'll continue to think of her and how much she has taught me about life. I'll be coming to Stella's Celebration of Life on the 10th.

Catrina Wint

October 30, 2012

So sorry for your loss, my heartfelt condolences. Miss Stella will always be remembered.

Colleen Di Gregorio

October 30, 2012

What we have once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us. -Helen Keller

Forever....

Mary Dowdall

October 30, 2012

I do not know you, but your story, the videos, the pictures just brought me to tears. Your daughter was so beautiful and I know she is now with the angels. I lost my husband to cancer one year ago. I know what this horrible disease does to families. God Bless you all and I hope you will find some peace in your wonderful memories of this beautiful child.

Dianne Davison

October 29, 2012

To Aimee, Michelle and family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.I have followed Stella's journey with my friend/co-worker Salina.Stella's light will certainly inspire the many lives she has touched.I will send a donation to
Camp Oochigeas for Children with Cancer
in Stella's memory.
Take care....Dianne Davison

Kim Holt

October 29, 2012

My deepest sympathies. I am so sorry for your loss. x0x

Susan Wilson

October 27, 2012

I'm now a nannie myself, but I fill so blessed to be apart of this little angel's world, and her beauty, her devoted family and friends and her fight to live, brings tears to my eyes. Stella didn't die, she just moved on to a better place. Mishi and Amiee write a book about her and do a movie. Your love and devotion to your "Joy" needs to get out there, for future generations, this this horrid tumor. Love to you all.............

October 27, 2012

susan patriarca

October 27, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Susan Adams

October 26, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. As you weep now, you can still smile and the angel in heaven looking over you and know that you gave that angel the most wonderful life in her short time hear with you. I followed your blogs and shed a tear with each one. Stella taught us all never to give up and even in her darkest hours and days, you must SMILE!.
My deepest respect to you both and the loving families that you both cherish.

Mom

October 25, 2012

May your beautiful little girl rest in peace. May you find some comfort now knowing she no longer suffering.

Viviam Whittle

October 25, 2012

Mishi and Aimee, I am so very, deeply sorry for your loss! As I've written many times, even though we have never met in person, your family has become part of my family, and I am grieving with you as are many who also got to know and fall in love with Stella and your entire family, extended family, and friends. I wish Stella was still here with you, but am so happy that she is finally free! She can once again talk, walk, laugh, climb, and shine that beautiful smile of hers!! Thank you for letting me be a part of your family's lives. You all, especially Stella, have taught me to be a better mother, friend, and human being. I will never forget any of you!! I will continue to pray for you all, and pray the Lord will show you peace and comfort you as only he can! Always remember, this is only a temporary goodbye, as Stella waits for you to join her one day. God Bless!

Debbie

October 25, 2012

Bless her heart and the sunshine she brought to all of you during her short time here. Gone to soon...

Sally Scapin

October 25, 2012

I'm writing to you with tears in my eyes. I did not have the honour of knowing your beautiful family, but I feel so heartbroken over the loss of Stella. I too am a mother of a beutiful 3-year daughter and I cannot imagine what the past while has been like. What I hope to have learned from your experience is to hold and love and kiss my baby even more than I already do. The other stuff in life can truly wait, and nothing is more important than being with your children.

My deepest respect,

October 25, 2012

Dear Mishi, Aimee, and the rest of the family.
I am lost for words to express how sad I am and how much I want you to know how much I feel for you. Alex and I are here for you and if there is anything we can do ,please feel free to contact us. I can not imagine what you are going through and want you to know that you are in our thoughts constantly. Be well, use your family and friends for support, and take comfort in knowing you have many friends to fall back on when you need them. Don't hesitate to call.
Love you always,
Dwight

Wendy Goldup

October 25, 2012

Mishi, Aimee and Family,
Through the love story you wrote to and about your sweet Stella I also felt like I knew her. She has left her handprint on my heart and when ever I see a rainbow or butterfly I will remember your firey red headed daughter and the life lessons your family taught so many of us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for bringing Stella Joy into my life.

Marion Caukwell

October 25, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Mary Elsisi

October 25, 2012

Her beautiful name couldn't be more appropriate seeing as she brought light and joy to so many. My thoughts are with her and her loved ones.

Kim

October 24, 2012

Thinking of you Aimee and Mishi during this difficult time, your wee Stella's life has touched so many.... to remain in our thoughts forever.

Donna & Peter Temovsky

October 24, 2012

Dear Mishi & Aimee,
My daughter & I read your blog Mishi. We are both heartbroken for you both. We thought we knew 'love' but the love you showed Stella in her final days was extraordinary. The love you had for your little red headed Angel was God sent. The way you continued to take Stella on outings until the very end was truly remarkable. The emotions you continued to show each and everytime you were in public took our breath away. Mishi you are a remarkable mother. The two of you with three little ones and one so very ill deserve a nobel prize for the way you handled the situation you found yourselves in.
We have cried and cried and find it difficult to stop crying for all of you.
Loved the big bed what a wonderful loving way to allow friends and family to show their love and spend time with Stella Joy.
The sheets cut into strips to wrap Stella Joy in hugs so she won't be alone is truly the most wonderful act of love.
Stella Joy was and is an Angel.You will miss this little body of sweetness till you take your last breath.
She is now in a place where she is whole again her body no longer a rag doll. Her eyes now work together. She not only can stick out her tongue but she can talk again. She is well again.
She loves you both more then you will ever know. She loves her brothers so much. She loves her grandparents and all her extended family and friends.
You will all be together again someday.
We want you all to know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. You are not alone we all share in your grief.
Stella Joy left a wonderful legacy in each and everyone of you.
Love surrounds you all like the love that surrounded Stella Joy.
We will all look up for that extra star up in the heavens above.
Know you are loved.
Sincerest Sympathy & Love,
Donna & Peter Temovsky & Family

sending love from our grateful bunch from Ooch Retreats

Gari-Ellen Brick

October 24, 2012

I did not have the pleasure of knowing you outside of Ooch but our brief meetings let me know what a fine person you are. I am sending you love and blessings - my heart is with you today Aimee, and your beautiful family. May you continue to be covered in love & light by those in your life as you cherish the time spent with your sweet daughter and grieve.

Katrina Soryal

October 24, 2012

A fantabulous cheeky wee redhead that you could not help but love. Stella Twinkle Star you will be missed.


Kisses and cuddles to all.

Katrina Soryal

Lisa Burt

October 24, 2012

So Sorry Aimee and Mishi, you are in many peoples thoughts.

Brian Bauldry

October 24, 2012

Terribly saddened to hear of your loss.

Sarah Demers

October 24, 2012

Soar with angels Stella! <3

Alexander MacLean

October 24, 2012

I didn't know this little girl, but I know some of those around her and I feel for them at this moment of unspeakable sadness. Times like this seem to drain the colour from the world, and we owe it to each other to offer support while knowing that while words can offer little comfort we struggle to find something that communicates our sorrow - the eternal tragedy of life.

Marion Stojanovski

October 24, 2012

Stella is truly a shining star. I did not have the privilege of meeting her but I know that she has a place in my heart forever.
God bless you all!

Kathy Nicholls

October 24, 2012

Sending waves of love to Mishi and Aimee and your family during these healing times....no matter how prepared we are there is no way way around the sadness and grief we must all go through. Stella Joy has touched lives around the world and will forever remain in the hearts of many, thank you for that... and be proud that you did absolutely everything possible and then some.. for your sweet angel...xoxo

Donna & Peter Temovsky

October 24, 2012

Sincerest Sympathy in the loss of your beloved little Angel Stella Joy.
Stella Joy is now in a place where there is no pain or tears she rests peacefully.
She in her short time on this earth has left a wonderful legacy.
She will never be forgotten.
Thinking of you all as you travel this road of grief. We all share a little grief with you.
The sun will shine again one day.
Sincerest Sympathy
Donna & Peter Temovsky & Family

Heather Hamilton

October 24, 2012

My heart is hurting for you... I've been where you are and I know your pain. I hope I can meet you one day and share our stories.
Heather Hamilton (Zack's mom, Elmo fan)

Shannon Kazarian

October 24, 2012

What a beautiful tribute to Stella, Mishi and Aimee. Can't stop thinking about you all. Rest now, Sweet Girl. I will remember you always. xxx

Julie Chatten

October 24, 2012

Stella, you were a bright light in this world, and even though you're no longer here with us, your light still shines bright! Even though I never had the privilege to meet you, I'm glad that your mommies shared your story with us. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends who are missing you. RIP Sweet Stella.

Angela Pidgeon

October 24, 2012

Heaven has now made you hers. Your short life has made more of an impact than you will ever know. Shine bright, Stella. Shine bright.

In the darkness you can see the stars.

Wendy Coles

October 24, 2012

Rest in peace beautiful Stella Joy. You have changed me. Forever in my heart. xoxo

Stephanie Di Leo

October 24, 2012

You are truly an angel now, Stella. May your light continue to shine down on all those whose lives you've touched.
Rest in peace sweet girl.

Danielle

October 24, 2012

R.I.P. sweetest little Stella Joy....
Mishie, Aimee, Sam, Hugo and Stella....Hugs from here to enternity and back and never ending xoxoxoxo Danielle & John

Deb Rowcliffe

October 24, 2012

Our prayers and tears are with you all.
Cherish all your memories of wee Stella.
Love,
Deb, Rob & Morgan

Grace James

October 24, 2012

Thank you Stella for coming into my life Thanks for giving me all the memories that will last a life time. You will always be my little princess and a diamond in the sky.

I Will always love you!

Robin Hall

October 24, 2012

You are truly an inspiration Stella. RIP little one.

Julie Bonett

October 24, 2012

Fly with the angels Stella Joy and rest in eternal peace. You will always be in my heart!

Julie B

Natasha Craig

October 24, 2012

Never to be forgotten! Rest in peace sweet Stella.

Denise, Kael, Haidyn, & Cullen Olsen

October 24, 2012

Your journey was far too short, but what a ride! Sweet dreams baby-girl.

Kelley Thornton

October 24, 2012

I am so deeply saddened for the loss of your precious little girl. RIP beautiful little star

althea di gregorio

October 23, 2012

i send love to you all - i will always cherish the day we made cookies together and miss stella asked for sprinkles...

Caron Morrow

October 23, 2012

Sending you peace and comfort at this difficult time.

Lynn Purvis

October 23, 2012

Thank you Stella, for all you have given me as I followed you daily. Especially the strength to deal with anything that comes, and deal with the sad with a smile. Or sticking out my tongue. And teaching me to eat Timbits and Ice Cream whenever possible.
Thank you Mishi, Aimee, Sam and Hugo, for sharing your lives with me.
Peace and love to you and your wonderful extended family.
I will wish upon a star, and think of you, Stella. Every night.

Ida

October 23, 2012

RIP sweet little angel.

I will forever remember you and hold you dearly in my heart with love.

October 23, 2012

Thank you Stella! You will be missed terribly, you are such a special soul!! Xoxo

Michelle Trainor

October 23, 2012

Goodbye beautiful little Stella with the beautiful strawberry curls. May you now be in peace and may your mothers & amazing extended family find comfort in the 3 blessed years you gave them. You're all in my thoughts & prayers xx

Jenn Kelly

October 23, 2012

This world has lost a wonderful little girl. I will forever remember Stella and the stories I have read online of her.
My deepest condolences to her family and friends.
Love and ~Hugs~ to our newest little star.
Jenn

Val Roberts

October 23, 2012

Oh how I have dreaded this day. I will never forget you Stella Joy, a beautiful child I have never met..but have grown to truly love. God Bless and keep you sweet girl. Much love and condolences to your loving family

Barb Williams

October 23, 2012

Stella was astounding. I will miss reading about her antics, but will always admire her spirit. My deepest condolences from admirers in the Beach.

Tammy Lucente

October 23, 2012

Stella will never be forgotten. RIP sweet girl.

Daniela Scozzari

October 23, 2012

Praying for you, little Stella. You have touched so many lives - I will never forget you! I'm praying for lots of strength to Mishi and Aimee and the entire Bruner-Methven family.

Louise Stronach

October 23, 2012

You were a joy and a blessing and were loved so much. You will always be remembered in the people who loved you.

christina

October 23, 2012

Rest in peace sweet angel

christina

October 23, 2012

Heaven rejoiced as you entered God's kingdom. The force to be reckoned with will most definately live on forever.

Julia

October 23, 2012

I am so saddened by the loss of Beautiful Stella Joy. I offer love, hugs and hope for peace to Stella's family, friends, and cyber friends.

Roxanne

October 23, 2012

Your familly will be forever in our hearts. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you.

Starr & Holden Kennedy

October 23, 2012

Bruner-Methven Family,
Sending you love and strength in this time of incredible sorrow.
Stella will never be forgotten.
Xxoo

David Layfield

October 23, 2012

Shooting Star Stella Joy bringer her spirit shone and lit lives around the World through that irresistible smile - Love and Peace to her dear family

Kerry Siegele

October 23, 2012

A true angel! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! Thank-you for allowing so many of us to share in your journey! You will forever be in my heart!

Ruby,Mark,Savannah,Joshua,Ethan Goulart

October 23, 2012

Your small and darling star has shun on so many lives and given us such warmth! Our deepest condolences to all of you and your families. Stella will continue to always shine her warmth in our hearts.

XO

October 23, 2012

My heart breaks for you. you are all in my thoughts ..

Marg Baldwin

October 23, 2012

RIP Sweet Angel.

Vivian Keels

October 23, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

October 23, 2012

She will be in our hearts forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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