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September 8, 2013
Thanks, Connor, for being you and shining through. Sherb
Diane Strickland
May 20, 2013
Just remembering you today, Connor, as our lives go on.
December 21, 2012
Miss ya man.
Katrina B.
November 18, 2012
Connor,
It's been 6 years to the day that you were taken from us. I miss you, I miss your smile & I miss your laugh like crazy. You will forever be in our hearts & always loved. Thanks for watching over us. RIP buddy <3
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Luca Poscente
November 18, 2010
Connor, Everlasting arms of love are beneath, around, above. An eternal embrace within continues to push onward, driven by the brightness of life that is, and is of you, in me. You flourish love in my life as each moment of it is manifested.
John Glauser
December 15, 2009
I used to know Connor and i miss him
John Glauser
December 15, 2009
hello my name is john i used to know connor and i miss him
Matt Kolsun
November 2, 2009
Hey Conner its Matt from Christie
I still can't believe that you're gone
My family and I miss you dearly and we send you love from the bottom of our hearts
I may have not have known you that well, but i knew you enough that you would of became a fantastic musican
Matthew Kolsun
mary lou
March 31, 2009
Connor, miss you alot
still cant believe that your gone,
we miss you dearly and are always thinking about you !
love forever and always
Mary - lou
February 23, 2008
Connor,
I didn't know you that well,
but sitting in front of you in math class was awesome.
Many people may not really understand or realize but I miss you.
You were awesome.
November 18, 2007
Connor. I woke up this morning knowing that one year had passed. I miss you so much.
Emily Thompson
November 18, 2007
Sitting here today, I miss Connor a lot.
We weren't that good of friends, and had only talked a couple of times in junior high. But now he is gone and i realize that seeing his smile everyday is what got me through my days.
I am so sorry for your loss.
I love you, and him.
November 16, 2007
It's been a year, huh.
It's crazy how it's been three hundred sixty five days, fifty two weeks, and five hundred twenty five thousand six hundred minutes.
I miss you.
November 15, 2007
This Sunday marks a year. Seems like yesterday. Sometimes I still think I am going to see you walking down the mall or something, with your grey toque with the red stripe. And the plaid shirt and of course, the converse shoes.
Vanessa Carlson
November 8, 2007
November 8, 2007
Hi Jim and Donna, I'm thinking of you. God bless you in this incredibly tough time. If you would please place the flowers at hi grave, I would love to see you again. I'm back in San Diego.
Take care
May God place us in his hearts.
Connor- I'm getting a longboard. I thought that would make you happy.
Mike Hager
September 22, 2007
Connor... Oh how you made a difference in my life...
You will always be remembereb.
I will never forget... there's too many memories...
Bomb some mad hills up there, for me, buddy.
-Your best bud, Mike
September 22, 2007
I miss you, Connor.
September 20, 2007
It has been almost a year man. Wow. Time flies.
June 22, 2007
Rest In Peace Connor
You touched many lives
and were loved deeply by the ones you know.
You were too good to die young.
Brittney
December 25, 2006
I only knew you for the 2 weeks in camp but you were an awesome counslor. Your hair always made me laugh whenever i seen you because it was so crazy, it fit your personality well. I loved when you attempted to teach me to be good at hacky sack even though that didnt work out to well. Youre a great peron and you will be missed by everyone who knew you.
Hope you enjoy it up there tusk
Jonathan Fleury
December 12, 2006
I haven't seen you Connor since the fourth grade. I remember you living down the street and you your brother and I would go to the baseball diamond in our neighbourhood. It is tragedy what happened but I know you are in a better place. My wishes go out for you and your family.
Kelly
December 8, 2006
In the short week that we knew Connor (or Tusk to the campers), we relized that he was a very special unique person. Maybe to some people he will be remembered as a good friend, or as a fantastic student. But to the campers? No. We'll remember him as having sweet hac-ie-sac skills, asom hair, and just plain being a cool guy. So on behalf of all the campers at Camp Kasota, we send our condolences to your family, and to Tusk up in heaven.
Kathryn Greenaway
December 6, 2006
Dear Jim, Donna, Gareth and Simpson/Cooper families:
We are devastated by the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with now and forever and may the passing of time give you some measure of peace.
Kathryn Greenaway and Don, Andrew and Alex Macpherson
Ryan Earthy-Mousseau
December 2, 2006
I would like to give my condolences and grief to the Simpson family. Delayed news of this horrible accident has saddened me greatly. Although I am overseas at the moment, I nevertheless feel overwhelming grief and sympathy for Connor's friends and family. Last year, I had the privilege of playing on the senior rugby team with Connor. He was both a capable player and a good mate of mine on the team. No matter what situation or condition he was in, Connor always had a great sense of humour and an equally parallel attitude. There is no doubt that his spirit affected everyone who had the pleasure of meeting or befriending him and that it will continue to do so. It was an honour knowing Connor and he will stay in my memory for many years to come. The loss of such potential is tragic in every way imaginable and I am confident it will not be forgotten.
Terry Daniels
December 1, 2006
Dear Donna, Jim, Gareth and all the Simpson/Cooper families,
I am so, so sorry to hear of Connor's death. My heart goes out to you. I wish there was something I could say or do to ease your pain. May it suffice to know that you are all in my thoughts.
Love, Terry
Wendy and Norma St Marie
November 30, 2006
Dear Jim and Family.
We were so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.
Brett Polegato
November 28, 2006
Dear Jim and family,
I was saddened to hear of Connor's death. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Thinking of you,
Meredith
November 27, 2006
I only met Connor a couple of times, and knew him from the classes we shared in high school years past. But from meeting him those few times I could tell how special he really was. There is a hole here at Western. He is loved and deeply missed.
I extend my condolences and deepest sympathy to the Simpson Family and your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Graham Fligg
November 27, 2006
Dear Donna, Jim, Gareth, Joe, Cathie and members of your extended family,
Our thoughts and prayers have been with you all for the past very long week, since we first learned the tragic news. We were thinking of you especially during the celebration of Connor's short but very full life on Wednesday, which we regretably were unable to attend. Little we can say will add to the many tributes on this web site and in the Calgary Herald article which you so kindly, in the midst of your grief, shared with those close to you. The kind words expressed in this guestbook reflect but a fraction of the admiration and respect Connor enjoyed in his much too brief life, a testimony to the quality of family life he and all of you enjoyed. May that closeness and spiritual support sustain you all in the days and weeks to come. Think not of the unrealized potential, but of the remarkable person that was, is and always will be Connor Simpson in our hearts. We send our unending sympathy and love to you all, and await a moment when we will be able to embrace you with our support in person.
Graham, Cynthia, Cameron, Deanna and Allison
Ashlee Maclean
November 24, 2006
I dident know connor that well.
but know enough to say that he was
a very nice guy and hade a big heart and tryed to make everyone happy, i would always see him walking around in school and i would always see his big warming smile on his face , one i will never forget and i hope he keeps that smile on his face. my prays are with him and his loyal family who hade the most beautiful funireal for him. i know he would of loved it.
Krysta Coyle
November 24, 2006
to Connor's family:
I was so sad to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you in your grief. We may never understand how a beautiful life can be taken so early...
Take care.
Dave Kozbial
November 23, 2006
I'm so sorry to hear about Connor's passing. Our time in this world is all too short as it is, which makes it all the more difficult to understand the passing of someone so young. My thoughts and best wishes are with you.
Julie and Martin Glynn
November 23, 2006
Jim,Donna and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts and our prayers are with you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you through this challenging time.
Julie and Martin xo
The Nairn Family
November 23, 2006
To the Simpson & Cooper Famliies - With heartfelt sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with you in this tremendously difficult time. If there is anything at all we can do, please do not hesitate to call at any time. God's peace to you.
Jeanette & Emery Leraand
November 23, 2006
With greatest sympathy on your loss.
Tracey Litsas
November 23, 2006
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jeff Mathews
November 22, 2006
Jim and Family, Although I never met Connor, I enjoyed hearing you share you stories about him. Not much I can say to make you feel better right now; I wish there was. Our deepest condolences, and you and your family are in our thoughts.
Brendan Stephens
November 22, 2006
i am very sorry for your loss. although i knew connor as "tusk" at camp kasota, and only met him for a week, he made a great impact on my life.
michele perry
November 22, 2006
Connor's family;
I met Connor a few years ago at Camp Kasota, and have stayed in touch with him ever since. Connor was one of the funnest people to be around, and he always knew how to bring a smile to your face. I am so thankful to have known him for the time I have. He will be missed so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Paul and Rachel Roots
November 22, 2006
Jim, Donna and Gareth,
SWUHood youth were blessed to have Connor as a part of our group for a short while.
His life impacted our students significantly.
Some of them had to leave the funeral early today but I wanted you to know the names of the students that attended the funeral in memory of Connor.
Chad Davies
Gary Augustine
Rebbeka Wagner
Heather Thompson
Danielle Simmons
Kristin Tritthardt
David Keiller
Bryan Hopwood-Jones
Curtis Sinton
Jeff Tritthardt
Becca Paynter
Josh Paynter
Patrick Strickland
Rachel and I loved that we had Connor as part of our life for the time he was at SWU. He was an amazing individual. Authentic. Kind. Compassionate. Funny. Entertaining. One of a kind.
I have many memories of Connor- one such memory is of when Rach and I attended Connors rugby game and watched him play with as much intensity and passion as he lived his life.
We want you to know that our thoughts, prayers and hearts are with you at this time and in the future.
Sincerely,
Paul and Rachel Roots
Director of Student Ministries
Southwood United Church/ Calgary
Leslie Giacomelli
November 22, 2006
To the Simpson Family, I was so sad to hear of the tragic loss of your son, Connor. As a mother who lives with this pain, I find it heartbreaking to know that another family will need to learn to cope with such an overwhelming loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Anna
November 22, 2006
Simpson Family,
As I'm sure you are already aware, you had an absolutly amazing son. He brought happiness to everyone he smiled at. He also had some super hackey sac skills... that's how we bonded throughout Junior High. Western won't be the same without him this year, but we promise to never forget.
rip connor. never forgotten.
Emma Cardiff
November 22, 2006
Mr and Mrs Simpson and Garreth,
I am very sorry for your loss. Although Connor and I had lost contact over the years, I remember him from grade 1 and 2. We spent a few summers playing at the park and running around the cul-de-sac (with Steph too). He was a wonderful person and will be dearly missed.
My thoughts are with you.
-Emma
Danielle Taylor
November 22, 2006
Connor, or as I knew him "Tusk" (his camp name)was the most free-spirited person I had ever met, and I am thankful that my life has been touched by him. My condolences to the Simpson family.
Pam Speirs
November 22, 2006
Dear Donna and family: I am deeply moved by the profound sense of energy surrounding these circumstances. With respect for the foundation of your loving family, I extend my heartfelt condolences.
Sarah Arnett
November 22, 2006
Jim, Donna & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Connor's passing. May love and strength guide you throught this hard time.
Sarah Arnett
Bruce, Jan & Dallas Morrison
November 22, 2006
Our hearts ache for your family at this, please know you are in our prays.
lynne bell
November 22, 2006
To Connor's family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers. As parents of one of Connor's fellow Western students, we can only imagine what you are going through, but we also have learned what a wonderful young man you raised. Our prayer for you is that you feel great pride in that in the midst of your great sorrow.
Sincerely,
The Bell family
Julian Loveday
November 22, 2006
Jim & family. I was so saddened to hear of your tragic loss. My thoughts are with you. Julian
Robin Bell
November 22, 2006
Sorry for your loss Jim. Please accept our heart felt condolenses.
The Bell family
Jayne St. John
November 22, 2006
TO ALL THE FAMILY MEMBERS, we are so shocked by the news of losing one so young a vibrant, taken in such an awful way. Our hearts go out to you and know your grief, and the pain in YOUR HEARTS as well. Del and Jayne St. John friends of Grandparents Forbes and Helen West Vanc B.C
Lexy Chipman
November 22, 2006
You will be missed so much. I remember talking with you about all the crazy things we used to do, all the crazy things we should do. Remember how we had plans to go camping? I remember.
'The last thing you said to me was, "I'll see you tomorrow"..
& I'll be waiting for tomorrow for the rest of my life.'
Lorna Adamuik
November 22, 2006
To the family of Connor...Our son, Eric, worked with Connor. Eric thought so highly of Connor and his love for fun and adventure and shared his love of the long board. Eric will miss him. We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Lorna, Ken, Eric and Jillian Adamuik
Heather Rohde
November 22, 2006
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Heather, Sven, Steven & David Rohde
Kristy
November 22, 2006
To the family of Connor,
Connor and I sat next to each other in lots of classes over the two and a half years we were at Western. He honestly lived life to the fullest. Even if he failed a quiz or test and we would all tell him how he would e a failure, he didn't care and somewhow always managed to scrape a pass at the end of the course. I loved that about him. He was so free and enjoyed everythig he was doing. He always had a smile on his face, which when you were having a bad day really helped. My prayers have been with you and will continue to be. I am sorry I cannot attend the funeral but please know I wll be thinking of you during this painful time.
Laureate Alpha Xi Sorority
November 21, 2006
TO ALL THE SIMPSON AND COOPER FAMILIES, We Want you to know we have you in our prayers and know this will be a very hard path to walk. Please know that you do not walk alone you have many who share your grief and Tears. Laureate Alpha Xi Sisters & their Husbands are thinking of all of you.
Stewart & Leola Brown
November 21, 2006
Dear Donna,Jim,Gareth, and Grandparents Helen & Forbes; please accept our sincere condolences on your tragic loss. Helen and Forbes often spoke of Conner, and his parents and brother with great love and affection. He will be greatly missed.
Our prayers are with you, Stewart and Leola.
Brenda, John, Jordan, Tianna, and Shanaya Fischer
November 21, 2006
Donna, Jim, and Gareth.
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Connor's untimely death.
Although our lives have taken different paths lately, we remember your family fondly, and our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Bonni Baynton Sprague
November 21, 2006
Connor's time on this earth was far too short. Strength to you in this time of deep pain and grief.
Kaya Bien
November 21, 2006
My heart goes out to the friends and family of Connor, at this time and in the days ahead.
Newfie made me laugh like nobody else could, and always had a joyful outlook on life.
He will be never forgotten, and will always have a place in our hearts.
Theresa B
November 21, 2006
Dearest Jim,Donna and Gareth.
We are so sad to hear of your loss.
Take comfort in knowing you have a special Angel in heaven watching over you now!
luv Theresa and Gerry B.
cheryl hickman
November 21, 2006
Jim and Family,
I am so deeply sorry to hear about your tragic loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time.
Cheryl Hickman
Derek Prowse
November 21, 2006
Donna, Jim:
All we can say is we are sickened at this horrible news. There are no words to use but words are all we have. I remember him with a smile from the brief conversation I had with Connor in your back yard installing your irrigation system back in the '90's. I remember him as a bright, bright light. So very sorry. God bless from all the family.
Derek, Lydia, Esme, Arden, Claire and Wyndham.
Bart and Tara Kachowski
November 21, 2006
Dear Jim, Donna and Family;
May your heart be lifted in some small way, to know that others share in your sorrow today.
So truly sorry to hear of this terrible loss to all of you.
With Deepest Sympathy and Caring...
Bart, Tara, Tess and Josh Kachowski
Beth Halpin
November 21, 2006
Jim, Donna and Gareth:
I have been holding you all in my heart and in my prayers. You brought up a wonderful boy and gave him the gifts of love, family and a strong sense of community. What wonderful gifts to take through his short life. I will be thinking of you and hoping you find some peace inside your pain.
Much love,
Beth
Staff of Naramata Centre
November 21, 2006
To the Family of Connor Simpson,
Our prayers and condolenses to you during this rough time.
We will miss Connor, but he will be with us every summer for music week!
Sincerely
Doug, Penny & Kristin Currie
November 21, 2006
I can not begin to express my saddness at hearing of your loss. In the past 7 years at Naramata I never spent much time with Connor because lets face it the kids don't want to hang around with the "old" folks, but I feel we still knew him from the steady stream of "Connor stories" the kids came back from Youth Choir with every night. He was obviously a very special boy and will be sorely missed. Nothing any of us can say will be of much help now but I hope in the future you will be able to draw strength from the knowledge of the many people whose lives were touched by Connor. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Elizabeth Pennefather-O'Brien
November 21, 2006
Dear Donna, Jim, and Gareth,
I was filled with sorrow upon hearing of Connor's death. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time and always. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Elizabeth Pennefather-O'Brien
Patrick O'Brien and Conall O'Brien
Deborah Caldwell
November 21, 2006
Dear Jim, Donna, Gareth, Joe, and Cathie,
We join you family to family in your grief.
You are all very special to us.
We are sorry we can't be there in person, but we will be with you in spirit.
Loving prayers,
Grace Burger and family
Jillian Biswanger
November 21, 2006
I only met connor once and did not know him well at all to be honest. but when i did meet him he had a huge smile on his face and just emitted warmth...he was a friendly guy..
Connor will be greatly missed by many at his school...he is also loved by many who attend western along with other places
to connors family and friends:
take care of yourselves and cherish all the special memories and moments i know you must have had with him..I am deeply sorry for your loss
I wish the best to all of you
-western student
Jan McDaniel
November 21, 2006
Jim and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Connor's death. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Heather Rodgers
November 21, 2006
Donna, Jim and Gareth - We were so saddened to hear of Connor's tragic passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this grevious time. Our daughter Kyla also sends her condolences and remembers Connor as one of her favourite students.
George and Heather Rodgers
Heather
November 21, 2006
Donna, Jim, Gareth, and Mr Simpson.
I think that this is a beautiful poem, which would flow so well with Connor's bubbly personality:
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Martin Dick
November 21, 2006
Nothing I can say will help you in a time like this. Please know you are all in our thoughts
Barbara & Martin
Leslie and Mark Nerland
November 21, 2006
No words can express our sorrow nor relieve you of your heartbreak. We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers, today and always.
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