Rachel Marie Sharman
Rachel Marie Sharman
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SHARMAN Rachel Marie May 17th, 1990 - October 31st, 2009 It is with a profound sense of loss that we announce the sudden passing of our cherished daughter and sister Rachel Marie Sharman. From the moment she entered our lives she brought a sparkle and sense of joy that we will carry in our hearts forever. Rachel was a loyal friend and was loved by so many. She had a strong sense of justice, felt things deeply and regardless of the personal cost she always championed the underdog. We will miss her beautiful smile. Rachel embraced challenge, enjoyed competition and had a wonderful sense of adventure yet she was as comfortable curled up with a book in the corner as she was fearlessly flying down a mountain on skis. Whether it was in her photography, her sense of fashion or in her art, Rachel achieved her goals with a stubborn determination. Rachel is survived by her parents Doran and Annmarie Sharman, sister Caitlin, grandparents Robert (Bob) and Dorothy Sharman and extended family and friends. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Rachel Sharman Memorial Fund at any branch of the North Shore Credit Union. The recipient of this fund to be determined. A service for Rachel is to be held on Tuesday, November 10, 2:00 pm, at the North Lonsdale United Church, 3380 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver.
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Laurie Davis
May 17, 2020
Happy 30th Birthday Rachel. Always and forever in our hearts.
Mo
December 1, 2010
It's snowing, I bet you can see it ;)
love always
Monique Crété Zimbler
November 1, 2010
Thinking of you Rachel,forever in our hearth, thinking and sending love to Doran, Anne Marie and Caitlin :)
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October 31, 2010
Rachel is love and love is Rachel.
Laurie Davis
October 29, 2010
Remembering our sweet Rachel. Living in our hearts forever.
Rick & Jean Bonderud
December 15, 2009
Doran, Annmarie and Caitlin
We were deeply saddened by your loss of your loved one, Rachel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. May the fond and wonderful memories of Rachel help you through this difficult time.
December 1, 2009
Annmarie, Doran, and Caitlin,
Please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of such a sweet sole as Rachel. Though I only met her when she was a baby, all the comments show what a beautiful person she turned out to be. I know your hearts must be heavy and I am so sorry.
Anne Chadwick
KK Mann
November 30, 2009
I remember skiing with Rachel out in Whistler, she was so fun to fool around with on the hill. Such a wonderful girl. I send my love to you, her family.
Vicki Lewis-Anderson
November 29, 2009
Dearest Annmarie and Family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss of your beloved Rachel. We send our loving and healing thoughts, Love Terry,Vicki,Mitch and Avelynn
Rachel Marie Sharman 05/17/90 - 10/31/09
November 28, 2009
Caitlin Wilson
November 28, 2009
Rachel was in sewing with me from when she stared until I graduated the year before her.
She'd ask how I was everyday, and always had wonderful things to say about everyone's work. She'd bring her projects over and ask what we thought the moment it actually looked like a piece of clothing.
She was talented in so many ways, and though we weren't overly close she did mean a lot to me as a friend.
She will be missed and remembered by everyone for the stong and wonderful person she became. I wish your family nothing but love and support through this period.
Nathan Hansen
November 17, 2009
Rachel was someone I would never hesitate to approach at school just in search of a good conversation. Sometimes we would walk fourty minutes just to get up that hill and home at the end of the day . We'd talk about everything and nothing until we got to the end of Frames, where I'd wonder how we got home so fast. I'll always remember Rachel as who she was and I'll cherish the times we shared.
Maria Del Negro
November 13, 2009
Dear Annmarie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
I remember the stories you used to tell me about your family and especially your daughters and how proud you are of them and how happy they obviously make you and your husband. I hope the memories of your cherished time with Rachel will help you through and give you strength to look ahead and see her light shine on you forever.
Love and hugs, Maria Del Negro
Corey Longeway
November 13, 2009
My memories of Rachel are a smile through the helmet and googles, a hello at Seycove, encouragement to other teammates always a friendly spirit.Sincere sympathies to your family and close friends
Tyrone walker
November 12, 2009
To Doran and family.May i offer my deepest sympathies to your family in the loss of your daughter Rachel.Iwork at seycove and i know that i,ve met rachel at work.I know that many of us will miss her here in the cove.
The Sharp Family
November 11, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kelsey Sheppard
November 11, 2009
Rachel and I went to highschool and graduated together. I will always remember her bright smile and loving ways.She could make anyone feel welcome in any situation. We took all the same sewing classes from gr.10 to gr.12, she always lit up the class with amazing stories and cool ideas for new projects, I even wore one of the shirts she made in our gr 11 fashion show( I loved it so much I made the same one!)I will always remember her, her great fashion, photography and smile. Thank you Rachel for being there, I will miss our little talks. Forever and Always
Rest in Peace.
Susan Kowan
November 11, 2009
To Doran and family
Please accept my utomost condolences. I cannot imagine what you are going through and can only hope that friends, family and wonderful memories of Rachel, can carry you through this very difficult time and beyond. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Portia Larlee
November 11, 2009
My memories of Rachel are all very positive. I loved skiing with her and the team really would not have been the same without her. She was always kind, she had a great sense of humor and she was brave. Rachel's sense of adventure was incredible and I loved spending time with her.
I cannot imagine the grief Rachel's family is feeling at this time. I hope you can find solace in the lives Rachel touched and the people sending you their love, as I know there are many. Please accept my greatest sympathy.
Jason Heise
November 10, 2009
I am sorry to hear of your loss. It has been a few years since we last spoke but I now have children of my own and could not begin to understand the heartache that your family must be feeling. My families thoughts and prayers are with your family. "Remember the smiles, laughter and joy for those are life's precious moments, and that is how life should be remembered"
November 10, 2009
Good memories never end..
November 10, 2009
Annmarie, Doran and Caitlin Shed your tears, hold your memories of Rachel forever and embrace each other knowing the love you all gave Rachel had no boundaries. We are so sorry to hear of your loss and extend our deepest sympathy. Joan And Terry Jordan North Vancouver, B.C.
John Priestman
November 10, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss of your precious girl, Rachel Marie.
Annmarie, Caitlin and Doran - lean on the hearts and love of your friends and family for comfort and support and, in time, your cherished memories of your happy times will shine through.
November 10, 2009
To the Sharman Family,
We knew Rachel through the high school ski team. She had so much spirit. We hope you find some solace in knowing how many lives she touched.
The Woodruff Family
Brock Feenstra
November 10, 2009
Annmarie, Doran and Caitlin, my deepest sympathies to you and your family, my thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Frames has lost a family member. I will cherish my memories of watching Rachel grow up into a strong, unique, beautiful young lady.
Love always,
November 9, 2009
Annmarie, Doran, Caitlin, and family.
I am so sorry for your loss, Rachel's smile always lit up the team. We all have some great memories, my thoughts are with you at this tough time.
Jim Parsons
Pam Evoy
November 9, 2009
Annmarie, Doran and Caitlin;
My heart goes out to all of you. Rachel was a beautiful person, both inside and out. I'll remember that gorgeous auburn hair, the beautiful smile. Most of all, I will never forget witnessing the special relationship she had with Patrick. He has truly lost a kindred spirit. Love, Pam
Voula Verigin
November 9, 2009
To the Sharman Family,
My deepest sympathies to your family. May all the love and support of your family and friends helpyou through this difficult time.
God bless you all.
Voula Verigin & Family
Annette Kulcheski
November 9, 2009
Annmarie, Doran and Caitlin,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter/sister "Rachel Marie". No words can express the loss you must be feeling. My deepest sympathies and thoughts are with you.
Carley Stobbart
November 9, 2009
Annmarie, Doran, Caitlin, and family.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family; and may love, support, and great memories help you through this tough time. No one will ever forget the many good times that were shared with little Rachel both on and off the hill.
Lots of love, and thinking of you always.
Kathie & Nick Caple
November 9, 2009
We hold you in our hearts at this terrible time. Our nephew Matthew brought Rachel to meet us last year and we saw how much they cared for each other. Our deepest sympathy to you all. May Rachel be at peace and may your hearts find some comfort in her memory.
jane curran
November 9, 2009
Our hearts go out to you in this terribly difficult time. Matt introduced your wonderful Rachel to the Curran family last year - and we immediately liked her. She was warm, poised and fun-loving - and we can only imagine your sorrow at her loss.
Thinking of you.
jane curran (Matt's aunt)
Rachel, a flower among flowers
Mo Crété
November 9, 2009
Annmarie, Doran, Caitlin
This morning, I can find words, my toughts are going to Rachel then to you, tears and sadness are with me this morning thinking of you, yet a smile is here also remembering of Rachel.
Rachel never I will forget you, I feel so privilaged that I had the chance to meet you.
Catlin, Annmarie and Doran, I am sending you love, always.
William Ayre
November 8, 2009
My deepest condolences to the Sharman Family. We only knew Rachel for a short time in Montreal, but she was a great friend. We had her to our apartment a couple nights before this tragedy and I can still see her smiling face. We miss her a lot and were shocked to get this news. I truly hope you all are doing OK. She was a great person. I will never forget her.
Sherry,Andy,Sara,Bryon Thom
November 8, 2009
Doran, Annmarie & Caitlin
Our family is so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter, Rachel. The loss of a child is a difficult one, may your love and memories bring you comfort now and in the days that follow. Our deepest sympathies also to Bob, Dorothy, Dale, Grant and families.
Janice Bumatay
November 7, 2009
Annmarie, Doran and Caitlyn,
Thinking of you! My thoughts and prayers will be with you forever. No words can express how deeply sorry I am.
Much aloha,
Jan
Jamie Lott
November 7, 2009
Doran, Annmarie, and Caitlin,
Nic and I are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Jamie, Nic, and Alex
Chris Davis
November 7, 2009
When someone loved so close to you is lost a small part of your heart goes with them, but the memory of the joy and happiness they shared remains forever and should never be forgotten.
My deepest sympathies,
Debbie Johansen (Ledcor)
November 7, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the Sharman family. May your love for Rachel and each other help get you through this difficult time.
Ken & Tyler Southam
November 7, 2009
Annmarie, Doran and Caitlin,
Rachel was a bright independent spirit that brought a real spark into all our lives. Rachel will remain in our hearts forever and will be very sadly missed by all those she touched. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you all in these difficult times. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Erica Chamberlain
November 6, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family and friends. Our daughters shared their elementary years together, and were to reconnect this summer in Montreal. Rachel was a true gift to all who knew her. God bless.
Bruce & Janet Blair
November 6, 2009
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Chris Hillis
November 6, 2009
Annmarie, Doran and Caitlin,
Rachel was always a bright light on every occasion we crossed paths, a radiant young lady that made me smile and enjoy her presence as she breezed in and out of the office, or gave me a wave and a smile from the car. She had a fabulous sense of humour and a laugh that gave you peace every time you heard it. I will miss her. My deepest sympathies to you and the rest of the family, I can not even imagine the heartache that you must all feel.
Love Abbotsford Chris
Sandy Kurbis
November 5, 2009
Dear Sharman family,
We only know of Rachel through our son, Morgan, who has always had such good things to say about her.
We cannot comprehend the sorrow that must be in your hearts, but please know that we have been thinking about you all these past days.
We imagine that Rachel's death will be a great loss to many.......she will be missed.
Sandy(Kurbis), Bernie and Morgan Pulsifer
November 5, 2009
Annmarie, Doran and Caitlin,
We haven't seen each other for sometime and hearing the news of Rachel was such a shock. The kids (and parents) had so much fun in the Mt. Seymour Ski Club and I will always remember little Rachel as such a happy easy go lucky little girl who had no fear racing down the slopes. Keep her memory dear to your heart and always remember the joy she brought to you as a daughter, sister and granddaughter.
All our love
Laurel, Frank and Amberly
Laurel Metzler
November 5, 2009
Annmarie, Doran and Caitlin,
We haven't seen each other for sometime and hearing the news of Rachel was such a shock. The kids (and parents) had so much fun in the Mt. Seymour Ski Club and I will always remember little Rachel as such a happy easy go lucky little girl who had no fear racing down the slopes. Keep her memory dear to your heart and always remember the joy she brought to you as a daughter, sister and granddaughter.
All our love
Laurel, Frank and Amberly
Tim Quarles
November 5, 2009
Annmarie, Doran and Caitlin, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. My memories of Rachel are as a talented and determined ski racer, but she always competed with class and had a great attitude...most of all I remember her smile.
Tim, Shelley, Tyler and Tori Quarles
Breanna Tyson
November 5, 2009
Rachel could inspire anyone to shoot for their dreams, she was the kindest, most considerate and thoughtful person (she even let me share her sewing 12 cubby with her, even knowing I’m the messiest person ever- she never once got mad at me when our cubby overflowed!!!). Rachel has brought so many laughs and so much happiness into my life. I can only remember wonderful things of this amazing and talented girl. You will never be forgotten and will always be apart of my heart.
Ross Gardner
November 5, 2009
I have so many good memories of working in Vncouver and Rachel is in most of them. She had a smile and a laugh that could make any team work together, always included everyone and made sure that all were having fun. My thoughts go out to all the family who were so good to me in my time there. Her positive outlook on life inspired me and will continue to.
I will remember all those good times
Kim Reynolds
November 5, 2009
Annmarie, Doran and Caitlin,
Please know that you are in our hearts today. Rachel will be with you always in all ways. Your love for her and for each other will sustain you. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Love John and Kim Reynolds
Nancy Izatt (Ledcor)
November 5, 2009
Doran and family, my heartfelt condolences to you all, may your memories of Rachel keep you strong. She was so loved.
Keith Hanson
November 5, 2009
Doran, Annmarie and Caitlin:
We offer our sincere, heartfelt condolences to you at this difficult time. Rachel will always be in your hearts, and good memories will stay with you forever.
Brittany McGovern
November 5, 2009
My beautiful friend, you had the power of washing away my worries and giving me strength. You were always up for an adventure and I loved it when you would drag me along with you. You gave me courage to try new things and showed me spontaneity I never knew I had. Your gorgeous smile lit up the room and your laughter echoes in my ears to this day. You will be remembered most for you kindness and compassion towards others, forever putting them before yourself. Your mark on my heart will never be erased and you will be loved and missed always Rachel xoxo
Fran Stewart
November 5, 2009
Annmarie, Doran and Caitlin, I am so, so sorry to hear about Rachel. All our prayers and thoughts are with you. One of my fondest memories of Rachel is when Caitlin and Rachel came and knocked on the door and had Travis dresses up as a bride and the laughter we all had. The world was very lucky to have such a wonderful person in it.
God bless you all, today and everyday.
Fran, Samantha, Jimmy and Travis Stewart
Brenda, Brett, Corey & Sara Manlove
November 5, 2009
Annmarie, Doran and Caitlin, our deepest sympathies to you and your families. May the love and support of your friends and family help carry all of you through your grief.
Lori Wilson (Ledcor)
November 5, 2009
My deepest sympathies Doran to you and your family at this extremely difficult time. It looks like Rachel had huge smile, may that smile brighten your days and warm your heart.
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