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Susan Taaffe Obituary
TAAFFE, Susan Courtenay It is with deepest sadness that we say good-bye to our daughter, Susan Courtenay Taaffe. She passed away on October 24, 2005 after an 8 month battle against cancer. Courtenay's spirit, energy and dedication will always be loved and remembered by her mom and dad (Dianne and Mike Taaffe); sister and brother-in-law (Kelli and Morgan McLeod); grandfather (Dick Cains); aunts; uncles; cousins; teammates; students; colleagues and friends. Courtenay was born on April 7, 1976. She grew up in Central and North Saanich attending Keating Elementary, Mt. Newton Middle School and Claremont Secondary. Courtenay received a Bachelor of Education in Secondary P.E. from the University of Victoria, as well as diplomas from Universite Laval and Universite du Quebec a Chicoutimi. She loved the 5 years spent teaching and coaching at Stelly's Secondary School. Courtenay enjoyed dance, kickboxing and working out. She excelled in gymnastics and swimming and had a special passion for rugby (playing for Uvic, James Bay, Crimson Tide, and Team B.C.). Extra thanks to Carla, Richel, Lindsay and Anne-Louise for their friendship and compassion and for the kindness shown by School District #63, especially Stelly's Secondary School. A Service of Remembrance will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2005 at 1:00 pm at MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Vancouver & Johnson Streets. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Cancer Research for T-Cell Lymphoblastic Lymphoma. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com . "Muffy, we can no longer hold your hand, But we will forever hold your heart" 167664
Memories and Condolences
for Susan Taaffe
47 Entries
Les Yeo
November 16, 2005
Mike and Dianne
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest comdolences to you and your family and my thoughts will be with you.
Nadine Piotrofski
November 14, 2005
Taaffe Family,
My deepest condolensces to you all. Even though I only knew Courtenay for a short time, she touched me in so many ways with her enthusiasm for life, her caring nature toward students, her vivacious personality and her love for her family and friends. I too like many others, will never forget all that Courtenay brought into her relations. I will truely miss her as a colleague and dear friend. You are always in my thoughts!
Kerri Jervis (nee Prunkl)
November 13, 2005
Mike and Dianne:
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Courtney. I remember Mr. Taaffe telling stories about his daughter during class, and how his eyes used to light up when he spoke of her. May you remember her with love and pride.
Prunks
Sara Reed
November 12, 2005
Courtenay, You brought so much to this world. Live on in spirit and dance like no one is watching, as you always have done.
Megan Hunter
November 10, 2005
What an incredible loss. I remember Courtenay from highschool; the energetic redhead with a vibrant smile. My deepest sympathies to the Taaffe family, her friends and all the people she touched through her passionate love of rugby and teaching.
You will all be in my thoughts.
Natalie Tomczak
November 10, 2005
I met Courtenay a handful of times from our friend Carla. She was the bright light in the room--I always enjoyed the laughs we shared when I came out to visit; never a dull moment! Carla was an outstanding friend to Courtenay throughout the years and right until the last moment of her life. Courtenay will be missed.
Vancouver Island U17 Regional Team @ BC Games 2004
Marlee Hahn
November 4, 2005
Although i only knew Taaffe for a short time, as the coach for our U17 regional rugby team, i enjoyed every moment i spent with her and our team. Over the course of a month, our team worked towards the 2004 BC Summer Games. Courtenay brought knowledge and passion to every practice, as well as a huge smile! She made us work hard, work as a team, and as a result i developed many great new friendships and i grew as a player. From the time spent in Abbotsford at the Summer Games and on Vancouver Island leading up to it, many of my fondest memories were created - despite getting a concussion. She continued to remind me that when my head first got hit, i looked down at my uniform and was hysterical over the fact that i didnt know why i was wearing green and white since my colors from Brentwood College School were Red and Black. Even though i couldn't play in the finals, i still felt like an important part of the team (#1 cheerleader!), helping to earn that silver medal! I owe that in part to Taaffe; thank you for the wonderful rugby experience you gave me. Your vibrant spirit lives through everyone you've touched.
Claire Cariou
November 3, 2005
Taaffe was one of the most inspirational people I have ever has the pleasure of knowing. She taught me how to play rugby, and with her teaching, encouragement, and drive I went from knowing nothing about the sport, to team captain. Words cannot express the gratitude I have for her and what she gave me. I gained more confidence, physical and mental strength, and leadership playing for the Queen Bees than I could have gotten doing anything else. I have Courtenay, or Taaffe as we called her, to thank for that. When I graduated from Stelly's and could not longer play with the Queen Bees, it felt like the end of something amazing. Now, though, it feels that way even more so, and it makes me so sad. I am so, so glad that I had the honour and pleasure of playing for the Queen Bees at their best, under the coaching of Courtenay Taaffe. Taaffe, you're in my thoughts everyday, and I dedicate every try I've ever scored to you. Thank you so much for everything you gave me and everyone who can call themself a Queen Bee. Love, Claire Cariou
Helena Buchanan
November 2, 2005
Courtney lit up the room on our first "meet the teacher night" at Stelly's. She set the tone for us that day and for Ciara in her first semester at Stelly's. She always had so much enthusiasm! She taught our girls to swim. The girls remember her coming to help at Keating, along with her sister, Kelli. Courtenay's zest for life won't disappear with her passing, it is a torch she has already passed on to everyone who has met her.
Our thoughts are with her family during this very difficult time.
Barry, Helena, Ciara, Jenelle Buchanan
Mary Kaercher
November 2, 2005
After working with Courtney for years at Panorama I learned how important positive energy and enthusiasm for life is. "While we are mourning the loss of our friend, others are rejoicing to meet her behind the veil." How lucky they are.....
Caitlin Jackson
November 1, 2005
Taaffe. There hasn't been a day in the last few months that i haven't thought about you. You have had such an impact on the school and community. You taught me dance,and swimming in elementry school and then gym and socials at Stellys, you believed in me and made sure i always came to class and that i stayed on the right track. You are one of the strongest people I have ever known. I will never forget you and the things you taught me. Your postive attitude has had such an affect on me. I'll always think of you and smile when i walk past freedmans. i will never ever forget you and how much of a fighter you are. Thank you for everything you did for me.
Craig Gains
November 1, 2005
I will remeber Cor's energy and need to live life, my thoughts go out to the Taaffe family,
Barry & Janice Luck
November 1, 2005
Dear Mike, Dianne, Kelli and family....
It is so very hard to find the words....
We both just want you to know, that all of you are in our hearts during this most difficult time....we share a part of your loss. Cori was so very fortunate to have been blessed with such a caring, attentive, loving, wonderful, family....Treasure your wonderful memories.
Our Heartfelt sympathies
Love & Hugs
Barry & Jan
Sue Strobbe
November 1, 2005
Dear Mike and Diane
I was given the opportunity and pleasure to meet you both and Courtenay when I came to give her a Reiki treatment. It was a gift to be in her presence and see a beautiful young woman handling her illness with such grace and dignity. May Courtenay continue on her journey with the knowledge that the deep love that her family enveloped her with will be forever be in her soul.
In love and light
Sue
Nadine McIntyre
October 31, 2005
I will always remember Mme. Taaffe's spirit and energy. She was a great teacher who never gave up on her students. I had her from the age of three as a swim instructor who never gave up on me when I wouldn't get in the water; to a P.E. and Socials teacher who took the extra time to truly make sure you knew what you were doing. She was a truly amazing person and even though she maybe be gone, she will be in our hearts and memories forever. My thoughts are with you during these times. Nadine
Vous avez touché ma vie dans plus manière que vous pouvez imaginer, merci.
Lisa Stone & Roger Praud
October 31, 2005
Dearest Mike, Dianne and family,
Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time.
"When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life in the manner that when you die, you rejoice and the world cries."
Today the world is crying.
Lise Webb
October 31, 2005
Dear Dianne,
I never knew her first name was Susan. I'm so glad I know that now. From her lasting friendship with Adam and from Ben's coming home from school saying,"Hey! Guess who my P.E. teacher is? Miss. Taaffe", I still only knew her as Courtenay, your daughter. My respect for your daughter certainly had its root in my respect for you. However, my children always talked about her with such admiration and affection that she has obviously earned her adjectives on her own.
We are blessed with our children and the world is made greater by their very existence. I cannot feel your pain but as a mother, I share your sorrow and wish that it could have been different for you and for Courtenay. May Courtenay's love continue to hold you in the palm of her hand, forever and ever.
Love from all of us, Lise, Adam, Mathew, Rebecka and Ben.
Diane Lair
October 31, 2005
This message is to say thank you to Courtenay Taaffe for being the best friend a Mom could ask for, for her daughter. Since the first week we moved here until the last moment of her life, Carla and Courtenay were the best of friends. I am so grateful for this 14 year relationship between Carla and Courtenay. Courtenay was a trusting, loyal, protective and caring friend. She was fun, generous and full of vitality. I know how painful it is for Carla and all Courtenay's other family and friends to have lost her. Yet Courtenay was a gift to anyone that knew her, even if for only such a short time.
Thanks, Courtenay, for loving Carla. Thanks for being such a great friend to my daughter.
With deep sadness and regret,
Diane Lair
Carla Lair
October 31, 2005
For the past 14 years I have had the honor of being Courtenay's best friend. Sharing life with this fiesty little red-head has made me a better person, has made me the person I am today...
Courtenay's strength, courage and incredible sense of humor were never more evident than during the last eight months of her life. Even up to the final moments, she was brave, and someone that I am so proud to have known. It was an honor to walk this final journey with her and share all that goes with battling cancer. I will never forget her. I will always love her. My heart goes out to Dianne and Mike and all of Court's family. I will keep them in my prayers.
Sadly and sincerely,
Carla Lair
Jennifer Corbally
October 31, 2005
Mike, Diane,& Kelly.
"What we do for ourselves dies with us. What we do for others and the world remains and is immortal"
With deepest sympathy,
Jenn Corbally and family.
Kim Coyle
October 31, 2005
My deepest condolences to your family. Court and I played rugby provincially together and there was always a great deal of laughter and competition on those trips--she was usually the source for both. She was a bright, wonderful person that I am grateful to have known. She will be greatly missed.
Cheryl Nelson
October 30, 2005
My thoughts are with you over the loss of Ms. Taffe. She was a great teacher, lots of energy and made school fun! So sorry to hear about her passing. Be strong, your memories will keep her alive inside.
Jen Thiel
October 30, 2005
Courtenay was a great team mate, a wonderful, determined and committed player to coach and a genuine, radiant young woman. She made an impact- on and off the field and I know that anyone who has been touched by her will cherish the memory of her smile and know we are better people because of her. Our thoughts are with you Mr. and Mrs. Taafe and your family. Jen, Jon, Jacob, Joshua, and James Thiel
Tanis Sears
October 30, 2005
I have spent many hours teaching and lifeguarding with Courtenay. It was always very hard to compete with her amazing energy in the pool and lots of times my class would be following her intructions!! She will be greatly missed by the communitee. My thoughts are with you all.
Tanis
Anni Jakubowski
October 30, 2005
Dear Dianne & Mike
Watching you grow Dianne, from a young teacher of our children, a beautiful bride and radiant mother, then returning to Keating Elementry where our Grandaughter experienced your enthuesiam has been quite a journey for you. No words can express our sympathy for you all at this time in you life.
God bless you.
Anni & Jake Jakubowski.
kristina, jacquee, kaitlin, suzi robb,ball,mcintyre and range
October 29, 2005
Hey Mike and Dianne Taaffe,
We are extreamly sorry to hear about Mme.Taaffe. We had her for our grade 9 socials teacher and she was the best. we have so many great memories with her and she was the best teacher ever. We are so sorry to hear about Mme.Taaffe we all love her so much and she is the best. She will never be forgotten and she will be remembered for ever.
Love Kristina Robb, Jacquee Ball, Kaitlin McIntyre and Sasan Range<3
We love her<3<3<3
Chereen, Denis, Chantal & Danielle Delage
October 29, 2005
Dear Dianne and Family:
We are so sorry to hear of your beautiful daughter's passing. Courtenay taught Chantal and Danielle swimming lessons at the Panorama Rec. Centre. Our thoughts are with you today and always. God Bless.
Yaz Ali
October 29, 2005
To the Family
My condolences, I played rugby with Courtney for about 6 years, she had energy for the whole team!
Sheanne O'Sullivan
October 29, 2005
Dear Mike and Dianne,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful and talented daughter, Courtenay.
John, Wendy , Jeff, Chelsea McKenzie
October 29, 2005
Words will never be enough. We are so sorry. We will always remember Courtenay for her enthusiasm in Dance, Rugby , and Mai Tai's on the beach in Maui. Fun was had by all , great memories. Our thoughts have continually been with you .
Marlene Saunders
October 29, 2005
Mike, Dianne & Family,
James and I are deeply saddened to hear of Cori's passing. You and your family are in our hearts during this difficult time.
Courtenay had touched the lives of many people and she will be missed tremendously. Her vivacious spirit, contagious sense of humor, generous nature, love of sports and courage will be remembered forever. Her friendship was a gift to us both.
Our love and thoughts are with you,
Marlene & James
Rhonda Jarvis
October 29, 2005
Courtenay was one of the most amazing people I have ever had the honour of calling my friend. Her presence instantly brightened up a room and her spirit could light a fire in anyone's soul. I will forever remember and cherish the times we spent in high school and University together. The world will be a lesser place for having lost this amazing wonderful woman. I am who I am today only because I had her in my life as a best friend during high school. My thoughts and prayers go out to her friends and family. May her spirit live on forever in the hearts of everyone who knew her.
Wally MacLean
October 29, 2005
Mike, my thoughts are with you and your family.
(Lakehill elementary graduate)
Jessica Hotvedt
October 29, 2005
Taaffers was an amazing coach,mentor and friend. She taught me so much not just about rugby but about life and the strength of the human spirit as well. She was beautiful inside as well as out and she will be sorrowfully missed.#14 Hotvedt
Nicole Diercks
October 29, 2005
To the Taaffe family,
I can't even imagine what you are going through right now and I offer my deepest condolences. Courtney was such a wonderful person.
Gone from our touch, but never our thought. Gone from our sights, but never our hearts
Nicole Diercks
Leigh Robinson
October 29, 2005
There was always a wonderful smile on her face and her laugh radiated to the many friends that were always around. She will be dearly missed. My condolences to the Taaffe family.
Michael Chorko
October 29, 2005
There are no words. So very sorry.
Michael
Chris Hrappstead
October 29, 2005
As a parent I cannot imagine the pain your family is going through. My deepest sympathy for all of you. My thoughts are with you all. Sincerely Chris Hrappstead
Kimberly Venning
October 28, 2005
Courtenay was an absolutely amazing, vibrant and beautiful person. I can't believe she's gone... Her electric smile and wonderful spirit will never be forgotten...
My deepest sympathies to the Taaffe family.
Pam Legare
October 28, 2005
Courtenay was known in highschool for her energy and passion for all that she was involved in. She will always be remembered for her lust for life.
Ron and Lynn Gardner
October 28, 2005
Mike and Diane
Our sincerest sympathy on the loss
of your beautiful daughter.Our
thoughts are with you
Marilyn Eastwood
October 28, 2005
Mike, Dianne and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers today and in the days ahead. I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. Marilyn Eastwood
Nelson Antoine
October 28, 2005
I'm very sorry for your loss,as a parent and a friend today is a sad day for me . Please cccept my deepest condolences,my prayers are for you today and ever.
Nelson Antoine
Victoria, B.C
amber holden
October 28, 2005
I will always remember Courtenay in highschool for her enthusiasm towards sports, school and friends and walking through life her own way.
Gar Purdy
October 28, 2005
Mike and Dianne,
I am so sorry for your loss.My deepest condolences to your family.
Gar and Coleen Purdy
Dan & Marilyn Wade
October 28, 2005
Mike & Dianne, we extend our heartfelt sympathy to you in the loss of your daughter.
Don Rusk
October 28, 2005
Mike and Dianne, please accept our condolences on Courtenay's passing. Don And Lori Rusk.
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