Jean Henson Obituary
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Ann Soucie
August 3, 2007
Dear Jim:
I am reeling over the news of Jean's death. Knowing Jean and her informed and courageous fight against her disease made me think that she would overcome it because of her positive attitude. Jean's friendship meant alot to me and I will miss her. Jean will be watching over you so take care of yourself at this very sad time, taking comfort in knowing that you were the love of her life. Her battle is over and her spirit will be with all who loved her forever.
Gary & Debbie Bowden
July 22, 2007
Dear Jim and all the Henson Family,
Our thoughts,prayers and deepest sympathy are with you all during this time of loss and sorrow. May Jean's courage, strength and love of life be with you all each day. Her spiirt will continue to watch over you and "A Very Special Angel always by your side". Jean was a very remarkable woman who taught us that a positive attitude is a powerful force. May the many joyous memories that Jean shared with you bring smiles and some comfort to you all.
Our love,
Gary, Debbie Bowden & Family
Kirkland, Quebec
Irene Harris
July 20, 2007
Dear Jim,
Throughout the course of your marriage, but especially during the past few months, Bill and I, along with our children, have been privileged to witness the remarkable love story that you and Jean have written together. Despite the relentless challenges of her disease, you have shared more joy than sorrow, more laughter than tears and exhibited more hope than despair. You have taught us through truly living your love for each other the real meaning of the vows we all exchanged on our own wedding day. You are each better people for having traveled Jean's journey hand in hand and we became better people by learning and growing through your example of strength, hope and courage, resilience and optimism. My extraordinary sister Jean will live in our hearts forever. Please know our door is always open to you.
Love,
Bill & Irene
Sherri Lux
July 20, 2007
Dear Jim,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jean will continue to live in our hearts as an astonishing, wonderful, and most sincere woman. We will miss her dearly, she has taught us all so much. We share in your sorrow and you will be in our daily thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Love, Sherri, Bruce, Sarah, Kayla, and Justin Lux
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Judy George
July 20, 2007
Dear Jim,
This is my third day of facing the computer at this guest book site. With each visit the words have eluded me. Still they do, because it is hard to find just the perfect ones. I will try. First Jim, I am so sorry for your loss. I can only imagine how you are feeling. Jean has been my friend for forty-one wonderful years and though we saw each other seldom, every conversation seemed as if we had had one just the day before. We shared many joys and many sorrows and I watched Jean mature into a beautiful, intelligent and confident woman. Her strength of spirit,and her remarkable intuitiveness were always so amazing to me. Having known Jean long before you, I travelled with her in her life before you were a part of it and I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the joy and contentment you brought into her life. I never knew her to be as happy as she was with you. Take good care Jim. I will call you.
Judy
Mike and Laura Stark
July 20, 2007
Dear Jim and Henson Family,
No words seem adequate to convey the sadness that was in my heart when you told me of Jean's passing. It seems just like yesterday that we reconnected, reminisced about old times, friends in Verdun, and high school. Didn't really know Jean in those days, she was just Irene's younger sister. I’m really glad that I had the chance to get to know you both a little better over the last few years. Jean has truly been an inspiration to many and touched others in ways that have helped them heal. I had to smile when you said that she was an “Informed Patient”. I am sure that she gave the doctors a run for their money on more than one occasion!! I am also sure that they marveled at her spirit, tenacity and sheer will to live, as we all did. Jean was on all accounts “a real human being”!
You are all in our hearts and prayers at this difficult time.
Claudia Mac Donald
July 20, 2007
Dear Jim and family....I was saddened to hear that Jeannie(that is how I knew her)had died after a valiant effort toward healing.I also grew up in Verdun where we both were involved with competitive gymnastics at Dawson's Boy's Club and attended the same high school.The face I remember is that young face.
Only recently did we discover that we were both living here in the Lower Mainland and began corresponding by email. She was already battling with this latest cancer diagnosis and , unfortunately, was not up for meeting face to face. I still have her email letters and from them I could see that she was a thoughtful and interesting person who I would have liked to know better.
The week that Jean died,I was thinking intensly( and with some apprehension) about her as we had let our correspondense slip, and thought I would call and see how she was doing. Before I made that call, Mike Stark phone to tell me the sad news.
Please know that I am thinking of you all as you grieve the loss and celebrate the life and spirit of Jean.
Irene Harris
July 20, 2007
Dear Jim,
Throughout the course of your marriage, but especially during the past few months, Bill and I, along with our children, have been priviliged to witness the remarkable love story that you and Jean have written. Despite the relentless challenges of her disease, you have both shared more joy than sorrow, as much laughter as tears, and exhibited more hope than despair. You have taught us through truly living your love for each other, the real meaning of the vows we exchanged on our wedding day. You were each better people for having walked Jean's journey hand in hand, and we became better people by learning and growing through your example of hope, courage, strength, resilience and optimism. My extraordinary sister Jean will live in our hearts forever. Please know that our door is always open.
Love, Bill & Irene
Gloria Santa Cruz
July 19, 2007
Dear Jim ~
I am soo very sorry for your loss. We know now that your wife is no longer suffering and that she is free from the pain. My heart goes out to you and your family, Jim.
May the wonderful and beautiful memories of your wife give you comfort during this very difficult time. May every moment you had with her be cherished.
With deepest sympathies and sincerest condolences... May the Lord bless you and your family, provide you strength and comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shirley (and John) MacFadden (Geiger)
July 18, 2007
Dear Jim and Jean's family
Our hearts go out to you at this time. Jean's spirit and tenacity for life will long be remembered by all who knew her, and I consider myself fortunate to have enjoyed her friendship for so many years.
Gaynor Harding
July 16, 2007
Dear Jim
Jean was an astonishing life force in the body of a beautiful woman. You brought her the love and care that she needed and wanted and I could always see that she loved you deeply.Jean had integrity, honesty, wit and charm in her work and in her personal relationships. I am proud to call her a friend forever and always. We will love and cherish Jean until the end of our days. A bottle of wine will be opened and a new Van Morrison CD will be played in her honour and memory in Montreal.
Love to Jim and to Jean's family, also.
Gaynor (and Phil, Celyn and Carys) Harding / Jones
Jim Allaway
July 16, 2007
Lady Jean
I know that your will to survive never wavered, only your physical self couldn't keep up.Finally, your pain is no more but mine has only begun. I thank you for having this 'work-in-progress' of a man into your life.Your smile, voice and wisdom will remain with me forever.
Later Lover
Jim
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