Sidney LONGSTER - Obituary

Sidney Keith C.C.C. "Keith" LONGSTER

Passed away peacefully on Saturday September 5, 2020 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of the late Jerre for 24 years. Proud father of Gary (Marcy), Stuart, Mark (Pamala), Brad Bell (Jennifer), and Shaunagh Wegener. Papa of Jason, Rachel, Austin, Madison, Logan, Elaine, Donovan, Trystyn and Kaileigh and great-grandfather of Joshua, Payton and Tessa. Dear brother of Brenda (Ted) Boorsma. Predeceased by his parents Sidney and Ruth Longster. Retired from Niagara College as a chef professor. We cherish the memories we have of seasonal camping with family and friends in Medina, NY over the last 30 years, and many family vacations in the winter. Special thanks to the Paramed and St. Elizabeth nurses and PSW`s for their dedicated care and compassion over that the last few years. A special shout out to Y'NOT Again pub for their generosity during the COVID-19 crisis. A private family service will be held at MORSE & SON FUNERAL HOME, 5917 Main St. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Children`s Wish Foundation or the Hotel Dieu Shaver Hospital. Under current conditions, laws have been set in place that regulate the number of visitors allowed in the funeral home or church at a given time. All visitors must wear a face mask and practice physical distancing. Visit thebao.ca or call Morse & Son Funeral Home for further information. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.morseandson.com

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Published in St. Catharines Standard on Sep. 8, 2020.

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September 11, 2020

Mr. Longster, I had the pleasure of being one of your students many years ago in the apprenticeship program. You were a great instructor, and we had a lot of great laughing moments in your class. This is sad news to hear, but may you Rest in Peace.

Arnold McLean

Student

September 9, 2020

I met Keith when I was the Co-Ordinator for the Cook Apprenticeship Program at Niagara College in the 80s. Keith joined a group of six Chef Professors in developing the curriculum in the program, Food Preparation and Kitchen Management were some of the subjects he taught.

We became good friends over the year’s, you will be sorely missed my friend.

Stanley West

Friend

September 9, 2020

We are sorry to hear of Keith's passing. We've have so many memories of great times and laughs with your dad and Jerre through the years especially out at Medina.

Having worked with your dad at the College was always fun and I learned from him as a fellow Chef. He was filled with knowledge and I loved hearing his stories of his experiences in the kitchen.

Your dad will be missed along with his wit and humor. He would always have us laughing.

Our condolences to all of you.

Sincerely
Mary, Jim and Brittney Journeau

Mary and Jim Journeau

Friend

September 8, 2020

Mary, Elizabeth and I would like to offer our condolences at this time. He was first a teacher, then colleague and ultimately a friend for many years. My family along with the Scordinos enjoyed visiting Jerre and him at the camper in Medina. Later after he retired from working with us, I enjoyed his visits to the Famous. When you see someone’s death notice the dates of life-death are separated by a dash. That dash represents their life, my memories of his many stories proves his dash (life) was amazing. He will be missed by us all.

Lawrence, Mary and Elizabeth Alexander

Lawrence Alexander

Friend

September 8, 2020

Stan and I are very sorry for the loss of your father. We have great memories spent with Keith and Jerre at Wildwood Lake campground Medina NY, sitting around the campfire fire and Keith singing his special songs, we would get together several times during the Winter and enjoy getting together for dinner. May God bless you and your family.

Stanley and Jane West

Friend

September 8, 2020

Dear Longster Family,

Darrell and I would like to extend our heartfelt condolences. So sorry for your loss. It saddens us, as, it is our loss also. Keith was a good friend and he will be missed. We have so many fond memories of dinners together, card games and laughs that we shared over the years. We enjoyed the wonderful times with him and Jerre at the trailer in Medina. It was a yearly event that we always looked forward to. Sending our prayers and hugs to you all.

May he rest in peace!

Monica Firby

Friend

September 8, 2020

Dear Mark and family,
Our heart felt condolences go out to you all in this sad time. I had the privilege of knowing your dad and had him as an instructor, which was a lot of fun .
Love to you all
Virginia And Julie

Virginia Marr

Friend

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