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Brenda Walsh-Smith Obituary
Those who knew her will speak of her often with love and laughter.
Niall and family are forever grateful for the staff at the Glenrose Hospital, the Cross Cancer Clinic, the Home Care Palliative staff and her physician, Dr. Sharek.
To respect Brenda's wishes, there will be no funeral. A private family service will be held at a later date. A gathering for family and friends will be held at the Muttart Conservatory on Saturday May 6,2017 from 7:00 pm to 1:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
38 Entries
March 24, 2017
So Sorry to hear of Brenda's Passing. I was given the opportunity to be a teammate of Brenda's. She was a great coach and team mate!
Pierre Hébert
March 17, 2017
Niall, our hearts are with you. Brenda was a mentor to so many of us young teachers at Kenilworth. She made us all a little better and we JEHLled as a team thanks to her. Tanya and Pierre
Marilyn Kuzyk
March 15, 2017
The Kuzyk family was saddened with the death of Brenda. She was a dedicated teacher and volleyball coach. Many life lessons were learned from her upbeat, happy professional coaching in the 90's
We were honoured to know her and we send condolences to you, her family
Wally, Marilyn, Tricia, Wally Jr and Kristi
Cindy Pulfer
March 15, 2017
Niall,
My heart is hurting for you right now. You have my deepest condolences and sympathy. Cherish the wonderful times and memories that you made.
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Ian Newhouse
March 13, 2017
Brenda was special. She was a bit of a role model and mentor to me. When I joined the Edmonton Olympic Club she was the star performer; setting records and travelling the world. The intervals were always more bearable with Brenda around.Brenda showed me how to win with humility, lose with grace and put life in perspective.
Wendy Keith
March 13, 2017
Niall, I was so saddened to hear about Brenda's passing. I know she will live on in the great memories that the two of you created together. Sending hugs...
Wendy
Kathryn Genereux
March 13, 2017
Brenda, like many others has had a huge impact on my life. She certainly lived her J.E.H.L philosophy and I am so grateful to have known her and had her as a mentor through the tough years. There are many things I do to this day because of her. She is truly an inspiration. Thinking of her family and sending love.
Carolin Fuller
March 12, 2017
So very sorry to hear of Brenda's passing. I was fortunate to have her as a coach and teacher in junior high. She was a wonderful person and a great mentor in my life. Wishes to the family.
Carolin Fuller
March 12, 2017
So very sorry to hear of Ms. Walsh's passing.In junior high she was my mentor and a positive role model. A great teacher and a wonderful caring person. My thoughts go out to her family..
Hope Richardson Parak
March 11, 2017
Cheryl you have my deepest condolences we had to say good bye to our Mom this past July I cant imagine having to say good bye to one of my sisters. Take care Cheryl and know people are thinking of you.
Michelle Penner
March 11, 2017
Mrs. Walsh was an amazing teacher! My condolences to the family!
Carol Carlgren (Kowal)
March 11, 2017
I had Ms Walsh as one of my teachers in Junior High. She was one of my favorite teachers, such a caring person! Loved her stories! My deepest condolences to her family.
Shelley Stevens
March 11, 2017
I have nothing but good memories of Ms. Walsh as my gym teacher at Kenilworth. She was a great teacher and person. My sincere condolences to her family.
Harvey Clendenning
March 10, 2017
Niall
I am so fortunate to have Brenda and you as friends. I will always treasure our times together. See you soon.
Harvey in Chiang Mai
Nicole Maxfield (Domenichelli)
March 10, 2017
What an amazing teacher,coach and mentor. Brenda was my coach at Kenilworth back in the early 90's...from her encouragement and enthusiasm on and off the court she has left such an impact of me - and she always signed off with a mean long limbed stick person ❤.
Sandy Wright
March 10, 2017
Niall.....so sorry to hear about Brenda. She was a "Star", a star athlete, a star teacher and a bright star of a person. She will be remembered and missed. Deepest condolences to you.
Julia Sharun
March 10, 2017
An amazing teacher and coach who I always looked to for guidance, inspiration, and confidence. I will be forever grateful for the years that I was lucky enough to have her as a coach and mentor at Kenilworth. JEHL on, always.
Tony Filomeno
March 10, 2017
My heart is saddened to hear of her passing. During our years at Kenilworth, she was my most entrusted colleague, my mentor and friend. Our time discussing volleyball, wines, recipes and our daily lives will be cherished.
Sarah Strickler
March 10, 2017
I was fortunate to have Mrs. Walsh has a coach, a teacher and in so many ways, a mentor. She was an incredible woman and left such an amazing legacy. She inspired me, and continues to do so. What she taught me, I am now teaching my daughter. She will be greatly missed, but never forgotten! ❤
Mark Stukoski
March 10, 2017
Niall....I am deeply saddened to hear of Brenda's passing. She was such an incredible educator, a dedicated coach and mentor, and truly an amazing thoughtful and caring person. My deepest sympathies to you and her family. May the many loving memories you shared with Brenda live in your heart forever.....
Sandra Irving
March 10, 2017
Brenda was a cherished junior-high and high-school buddy. As we struggled to make our way as young women in the world she often made me laugh out loud and I admired her tenacity enormously. In recent years I looked forward to our yearly visit in the beer tent at the Folk Fest. Her energy and spirit were contagious!
My deepest sympathies go out to her beloved husband Niall and her family and close friends.
Rest easy good friend!
Suzanna Porowski formerly Read
March 10, 2017
She made a great great impression on my life even for the short time I knew her in my youth as she was my teacher and coach at Kenilworth j.h.s. Edmonton 1982-84. I am saddened by her passing but have very fond memories of her laugh and the bounce she seems to always have in her step
Trinity Middleton
March 9, 2017
I was honored to have had Brenda as a teacher all throughout junior high at kenilworth. I was very privileged to have had such a inspiring, knowledgeable, caring and hilarious woman to mentor me. To this day, I think of you often. You'll always be in my heart. Condolences to the family. Xo
March 9, 2017
We are saddened by the loss of Brenda. We've known Brenda and the Walsh family for many years in Edmonton. I'll remember her for her interest in physical activity. Our condolences to Brendas family. Ken Werner
Brenda Tranter
March 9, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of Brenda's passing. She was such an inspirational Physical Ed. Teacher and a beautiful soul inside and out when I Attended Kenilworth Jr. High School. RIP Brenda...
Colleen Elliott
March 9, 2017
Brenda was absolutely the best. Energetic, inspiring, compassionate, creative, talented, dedicated. I had the honour of working with her as a student teacher (I played Olga to her Nadia) and later, coaching volleyball with her. Her motto of J.E.H.L. fit her to a T. My condolences go to Niall and her family - she was a beautiful soul.
Robert Tory
March 9, 2017
Niall, it is with my deepest sympathy and condolences I send this note. My heart hurt's for your sadness and I only hope that time allows you to remember the special times you spent together. May God Bless a special friend and colleague. Robert Tory.
March 9, 2017
Thinking of you Niall. My memories of Brenda are full of fun and laughter. Her spirit and love of life will be dearly missed.
Linda Mitchell
Margaret Kufuor-Boakye (Johnston)
March 9, 2017
I am so sad to see this. Brenda and I went to junior high school together. She was a very gifted athlete through junior high and high school and went on to become a competitive athlete. We lost touch during high school when I went to a different high school and her family moved. She was the nicest friend with such a good sense of humor and a heart of gold. I can still see her in my mind with her contagious laugh. We had so many fun times together. I will remember her with love.
Linda Lindsay
March 9, 2017
I am so saddened at Brenda's passing. When we worked together Brenda was a mentor to me and a wonderful colleague. I loved her spirit. Jeff and I offer our most sincere condolences to you Niall and your families. Our thoughts are with you.
Lorraine Petersen
March 9, 2017
Niall: Rainer and I are so saddened to hear of Brenda's passing. She was such a lovely soul who made everyone feel important and special. Our hearts are hurting for you and your families.
Steve Fitzjohn
March 9, 2017
I had the honour of knowing Brenda as a world-class runner, an inspiring coach, a dedicated teacher, a happy retiree and a good friend. She was an accomplished photographer, a talented gardener and a terrific cook. Thanks for being there, Brenda!
Irene Heffel
March 9, 2017
Niall - my husband and I both knew Brenda as did my son when he attended Kenilworth. We all loved her. I am so sorry and I am thinking about you.
Laura Kemp
March 9, 2017
My kids were lucky to go the school Brenda taught at. She had a profound influence on my daughter. Brenda and my brother Dale were great friends and she was often at our family parties. Brenda was a bright light in our lives, she will be missed. Our heart goes out to Niall and family.
March 9, 2017
Dear Niall,
"Heaven, we know, just got a little bit brighter". There are simply no words ... but we hope the support from family and friends will comfort you at this difficult time. Remembering Brenda, we will put a smile on our faces and warmth in our hearts. A beautiful soul has left us too early.
With deepest sympathy,
Barb Gerolamy & Howie Farrell
Doreen Ryan
March 9, 2017
So many beautiful, happy, and sometimes hilarious memories of travelling with Brenda to many track meets in Canada and international competitions. A star athlete and a wonderful and caring person. Bless you Niall for being with her through the trials of fighting so hard in life as she did on the sport fields. I'll miss her.
Sabrina Soutar
March 9, 2017
Brenda was an amazing teacher, and such an inspiring person. She taught us all how to J.E.H.L. and embodied that spirit every day. Missing her greatly.
March 9, 2017
Niall, we wish to offer our sincerest condolences at Brenda's passing. Brenda will be greatly missed. Finn, Sheila, Abby and Alex
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