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February 8, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to you Lloyd, Mark, Michael, Larry, Maureen, Patsy and Julie on this, the anniversary of dearest Detta's departure from one realm to another. Although she will be forever missed by everyone in every way, her spirit shines brightly and remains in our hearts. May you find comfort in that, as I know I shall. God bless...
Con Foley
February 5, 2011
To my dear friend Lloyd and family, In rememberance of Detta my dear cousin, may she rest in peace, and the love of God be with you all.
Con
Marcia McKay
May 20, 2010
Lloyd, when you and I met via the internet years ago and you told me about how you two met, you lit up. I was delighted that you found someone who made you so happy. I have no doubt that you made her equally happy. Cherish those memories and surround yourself with family.
Kathy Sheldon
April 8, 2010
Lloyd;
I was sorry to hear about Detta and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Hang on to your happy memories.
Take care
Kathy
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John foley
February 23, 2010
To Lloyd,Mark,Michael and all my cousins.
My deepest symaphty on the sad loss of Detta may she rest in peace.She
is with God now,looking down on all of us. John, Valerie,Maria,Anthony,Gary Foley
Margaret Hunt
February 13, 2010
To Lloyd, Mark, Michael also Maureen, Patsy, Julie and Larry. SO SADDENED TO HEAR OF DETTA, my love to you all. She will never be forgotten over here in Ireland. Its a shame we didn't get to see more of her over the years. I'll never forget the evening of My granny and grandads 50th wedding anniversary in 2005. My Grandads face lit up with love and joy of seeing his niece detta and gran-nephew Mark he hadn't seen in a long time come all the way over from Canada. It was a great night and I got to know her in this short time. I was speaking to her at Christmas and Detta remembers me singing her an Irish song by The Wolfe Tones, when she was over. It was great to hear she remembered so vividly and thoroughly enjoyed it. I hope you all know she was loved and cherished over here. All our love and sympathy from cousins Margaret Hunt Margaret Foley and Frank, Francis, Lee and Callum Hunt.
Catherine Foley
February 12, 2010
To Lloyd, Michael and Mark, also Maureen Patsy,Julie,Larry and their respective families.
Words can not explain how I feel, in hearing of the loss of dear Detta, I will pray for you all.
Catherine Foley (Cousin)
Jennifer Moore Boudreau
February 12, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
February 11, 2010
Lloyd - I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your soulmate. My thoughts are with you.
Dyna
Peter Dunlap
February 11, 2010
Dear Mrs. Cross, Rhonda, Kim, Brad and Families.
Although it has been many years since I saw Detta I have many fond memories of her when I/we were spending time at the Cross house (on Lavina?) in High School- Detta was often there and was always so friendly and kind to we "hoodlums" hanging out in the basement or sitting in the dining room playing cards- I remember her as a beautiful lady with a great smile and sparkling eyes. I was very saddened to see that she had passed away - far to soon...
My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days ahead.
Peter Dunlap
Cornelius Foley
February 11, 2010
To my dear friend Lloyd,
My sincere condolences to you and your family, on the loss of your dear wife and my dear cousin Detta, whom I always felt close to my heart, even though we lived on opposite sides of the ocean, She will always be in our prayers and thoughts, no matter where she is, God rest her soul,
Your friend and cousin
Cornelius and Antoinette Foley
Colleen Downey
February 11, 2010
Dear Maureen and Larry,
My sincerest condolences on the loss of your beloved sister.
Colleen
Quentin Moores
February 11, 2010
Dear Lloyd, Mark and Michael,
Our deepest sympathies to you all for the loss of your wife and mother. I hope the memory of her will bring comfort to you all at this sad time. Best wishes and deepest condolences from Quentin, Marre and Max
Suzanne (Stanton) Allen
February 11, 2010
My deepest sympathy to Maureen, Larry, Patricia, Julie and all of Detta's family. She was a great childhood friend of mine, always so kind and caring. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. My God Bless you all.
Karen Young
February 10, 2010
Dear Lloyd, Michael and Mark,
Chris, Andrew, Philip, Peter and I were so saddened to hear of Detta's passing. A truly wonderful person, her support of our family while Chris was away has never been forgotten. She was so much fun and our nightly walks kept me fit and sane! She was fun, smart and vibrant. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
much love
Chris and Karen Young
Good Times are Never Forgotten
Gerry & Irene Bugyra
February 10, 2010
Dear Lloyd, Mark and Michael
Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you at this difficult time. My sister will always be remembered with the love she shared with all of us and the good times we had together. We were SO HAPPY to have spent the time with all of you on our trip to Ottawa. I will always cherish the memories of the good times and the many talks I had with Detta. She was an inspiration in my life during difficult times. She truly is an angel in heaven that I can still ask for help and guidance. God Bless you guys....our prayers are with you.
Carol Manuel
February 10, 2010
Dear Lloyd, Mark, Michael,
My heart goes out to you and to all of the amazing O'Farrell family that I have been so privileged to know. We have lost a beautiful and gentle soul much too soon - heaven has gained a devoted angel to watch over you. May her continuing presence bring you comfort and peace.
You will be in my prayers for a very long time.
Alice Groves
February 10, 2010
Beautiful, beautiful Detta.....my lifelong 'best' friend, 'adopted sister', twin soul. I am honoured and grateful to have had such a friend as you on life's complex journey, a journey rendered so much more enriched by your presence - the bottomless oasis of your understanding, and the healing balm of your so generous gentle gentle spirit which radiated though your words and smile and eyes. Amongst the other roles you played with such
consummate devotion and alacrity ....mother, wife, sister... you embodied that of friend such as I shall never again know, for there was/is only one of you. Your many gifts - a mercurial intelligence, quick easy grasp and analysis of any situation, wise outlook on all that mattered, refined sense of artistry which could certainly have found expression in any number of avenues from writing to designing.....but which you chose to render unselfishly in the service of those you loved. For you knew what mattered and you never wavered....family and friendship.
And so dear, dearest, beautiful Detta, although you have departed, you have left a FOOTPRINT which will never be erased or forgotten, which can never be duplicated, and which resonates with your spirit and the huge reservoir of memories you leave as a legacy...the demure girl of the 'blue dress', the elegant woman throughout all.....I love you Detta.....
Madeline Monsour
February 10, 2010
Dear Maureen,
I am deeply saddened to see the passing announcement of your sister. I know how sorrowful it is to loose a sister. No words can ease the pain of such a great loss, but, eventually, the beautiful memories of her will.
May God Bless her Soul, and Bless you and your family with good health and strength during this difficult time and in the days ahead.
My prayers and thoughts are with you always.
Sincerely,
Thelma & Len Finch
February 10, 2010
Dear Lloyd, Mark and Michael,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family at this sad time. Detta will always be remembered with love, as she was a beautiful woman and a great cousin that we loved sharing stories and laughter with when together, these memories will always be in our hearts.
God Bless
Stewart,Marjorie Bradford
February 10, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sheila Flynn (Finch)
February 10, 2010
The world lost an angel yesterday and heaven gained big time! She touched my soul often and was always a beautiful flower in my heart's garden. I will miss her beautiful, smile, her kindness, her daring and generous soul, and her laughter and smile that could light up a room. She was much loved by all who had the pleasure of meeting her and and I can't help but be reminded of how lucky anyone was that shared in her life's journey. She was a perfect and cherished cousin and a dear friend whose glourious spirit will always endure and shine through those she has so sorrowfully left behind. Bye sweet cousin ... be at peace ... and know you will forever remain cherished in my heart. I love you "Sister Bernadette."
Sheila
Brenda and Michael Steele
February 10, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with Detta and enjoying her laughter. There are no words to ease the pain of such a loss but take comfort from family and friends around you. May the beautiful memories of Detta that you have in your hearts give you strength during the days ahead.
With Sincere Sympathy
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