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Clarence ATTER Obituary
1934 - 2012
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Clarence Frederic Atter, in his 78th year, at St. Mary's Hospital on September 3rd, 2012. Beloved husband of Catherine (Colombo) Teodori. Devoted father to Larry (Maria Borromeo) and Lori-Ann, loving grandfather to Melissa, Jason, Christopher, Cassandra, Alexander and Liam. Cherished son of Doris and the late Cecil Atter, brother to Elaine (Parker), Dave (Lois) and Shirley (Philip Sparks) of Saskatchewan. He leaves to mourn many brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends. The family will receive condolences on Saturday, September 15th at 11:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. at Collins Clarke MacGillivray White Funeral Home, followed by service in the Funeral Home Chapel. The family thanks the oncology staff at St. Mary's for their compassion and care. Donations in his memory can be made to St. Mary's Hospital Foundation. Clarence, a native of Saskatchewan, started his career as a navigator in the RCAF and went on to become a Senior Systems Analyst and Project Manager at Sun Life Insurance. He was President of the N.D.G. Community gardens for 30 years, was an avid golfer and member of the Meadowbrook Golf Course. He also enjoyed fishing with friends and family in Saskatchewan. Clarence was a person of service, always ready to lend a helping hand. He will be greatly missed and always remembered by those whose lives he touched. You will be in our hearts forever.
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Tom & Terry Silvestre
September 28, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
September 26, 2012
Dear Lori Ann and Liam,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your father and grandfather. No longer here but forever in your hearts.
Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Sandy Wilkinson and Irwin
September 21, 2012
Dear Catherine, My sincere sympathy on the death of your husband Clarence. May the good memories help fill the void you now feel.
Eileen Pratt
Harry Hayes and Family
September 19, 2012
Hi Lori,
Our sincerest condolences go out to you and your family
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Babe Bergeron
September 17, 2012
Dear Cat The times we did spend together were the best, Branson Mo. & Panama Canal Cruise. Living so far away we kept up to date as best we could. We thought of and spoke of you both often. Clarence was a very quiet man but Bob talked enough for both of them. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and the family at this sad time. love Babe & Bob Comox BC
September 17, 2012
An open letter to my father
Dear Dad,
I remember the Sunday movies. The Sunday skiing. The Sundays spent at Dorval watching planes taking off and landing. Then there was opening day at Mirabel. Remember how you lost me and Susie. Notice how I say you lost us and not that we wandered off or that there may have been a miscommunication. After all we were only 12. Poor Cathy couldn't understand how you could remain so calm. That was just who you were. It took a lot to get you rattled and I'm sure Larry rattled you more than I did. I am your favourite daughter after all.
My most memorable Sundays were the Sunday driving range days. OK, maybe not. I was out numbered 2 to 1. It's funny how everything comes full circle. Where was I last summer? Oh yeah, at the driving range with you and your grand children. Once again I was out numbered only this time it was 7 to 1.
I never doubted your love or pride as they both shined through your eyes. I wish I had a way with words so you could see what I saw. I see you sitting at my kitchen table with your arms crossed, red faced, upper body shaking from laughter and the look of pure joy on your face. You made me feel like a shining star. It didn't matter what I said or what I did the love and pride were always there. And when the prodigal son was there the love and pride shined even brighter. Add the grand children and it was as if the sun came out on the cloudiest of days. Words were not needed. There was never any doubt.
I hope you saw and felt our love and pride.
Now, the time has come not to say goodbye but until we meet again. Know that you will always be in our hearts, always in our thoughts and we were always proud and will always be proud to call you Dad.
Love always,
Lori-Ann
Dale Wilkinson
September 15, 2012
Dear Loriann,Larry,Cathy & Family Our thoughts & prayers are will you all. I can see your dad/husband/grandpa just sitting back enjoying us all. He was a wonderful man and will be sadly missed. Remember you are never alone, you all have an amazing family and great friends to help you through. Dale Charlie Erin & Rachel
Terry Pittman
September 14, 2012
My deepest sympathies to you all ... I worked with ( and learned alot from ) Clarence at Sunlife back in the day, and greatly enjoyed "sharing-a-few" with him at Macleans and at Golf. ;-)
Please take solace in knowing he touched many a life ... and was definitely one of a kind indeed ( They broke-the-mold after him ... no doubt ! )
Take care,
Terry Pittman ( Sunlife 1992-2002 )
Karen, Conrad & Family
September 13, 2012
Dear Lor, Larry, Cathy and family:
My heart breaks for the sorrow you have now.
Dear Clarence;
What a footprint you left in this world. You will be truly missed by all.
Heather Scott
September 13, 2012
My deepest sympathies to Clarence's family. I had worked with Clarence at Sun Life. He was always willing to help out and go that extra mile. He now is at peace and no longer suffering. God bless you all.
Margie Giove
September 13, 2012
Lori-Ann,
Losing a parent is not easy but feel assured you will one day heal from the pain. Please accept my deepest condolences to you and Liam.
Tom Di Ioia Family
September 13, 2012
What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget.
Warren Lee
September 13, 2012
Dear Catherine & Family,
My heartfelt condolences on the passing of Clarence. I always enjoyed chatting with him at our lunch table in the Sun Life caf - we were on the 11:30 shift. Clarence also showed me how to properly eat a knuckle at Rymark's, but my fondest memories will always be playing golf with Clarence. On the surface, he was a man of few words, but what a big heart once you got to know him. He was taken too soon, but at least he is no longer suffering. May your hearts be comforted knowing he touched many people.
helen wilson pedicelli
September 12, 2012
Catherine,
I wish you my greatest sympathy he was a nice person so God Bless You
September 12, 2012
Dear Catherine and Family:
I was saddened to learn of the passing of your dear husband and father Clarence from one of the 416 Sqn. fellas. I do believe Clarence served with my late husband Jack Haycock at St. Hubert. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies and sincere condolences. May God be your comfort in the days ahead. Very sincerely,
Sharleine Haycock
Belleville, ON
Tom & Jenny Clifford
September 12, 2012
Our sincere condolences to Clarence's wife Catherine and his family Lori-Ann and Larry. I had the opportunity to work with Clarence for about 15 years before transferring to Toronto in 1979. During those years in Montreal Clarence was my mentor for many computer systems in SLF. In addition, he taught us to ski and we would drive up to the Laurentians for night skiing on a Thursday night after work. Jenny and I will never forget the years we spent with you in Montreal, may you rest in peace Clarence.
Jill Perrott
September 12, 2012
My deepest sympathy to Catherine and his children. I too worked closely with Clarence over the years at Sun Life. He was proud of working on the Avro Aero airplanes in Saskatchewan back in the fifties until Prime Minister Diefenbaker shut it down - he had something to say about that too! May he rest in peace.
Linda Matta
September 12, 2012
My heartfelt sympathies to the family.
September 12, 2012
I worked with Clarence for awhile while at Sun Life. He was a great person to work with. My heart felt sympathies to the family.
Cathy & Kenny Macdonald
September 12, 2012
Catherine & Family,
We are so sorry to hear that Clarence has passed away. May you always have fond memories of him.
Ethel Annett
September 12, 2012
Dear Catherine,
I am so sorry to hear of your beloved husband's passing. Clarence is finally free of pain and can rest in peace. May you and your family know no further sorrow.
Fondly,
Ethel
Linda G. Londei
September 12, 2012
My sincere condolences to Clarence's wife Catherine and family. I had the opportunity to work with Clarence in Systems over the years and was always fascinated by his RCAF stories. I knew he was sick since he was not able to attend our IT reunions for retirees, but did not expect him leaving us so fast. He will always be remembered.
September 12, 2012
Dear Lori Ann, Liam and Family,
May you find peace and solace knowing your Dad is not suffering anymore. Be strong for each other and remeber all the good times. Love Kelly & Martin
Lori Mackey
September 12, 2012
Lori-Ann & Liam
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you both at this time. Our condolences to your brother and his family as well.
Take care and know it will get better in time.
Luv ya
Lori & John
September 12, 2012
To Lori-Ann and Larry:
The loss of a parent at any stage in life is a very difficult experience. I am sure that your Dad had much of which to be proud in both of you and your families. Hopefully time will ease your sorrow and leave you with only the best memories of your Dad. Please know how much our thoughts are with you.
To Cathy:
Our sincere condolences to you on the loss of Mr. Atter. We've had a lot of laughs over the years and we always enjoyed his company. He truly will be missed.
June and Derrick
Chambly, Quebec
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