Dawn Goudie

Dawn Goudie

Dawn Goudie Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Sep. 4 to Sep. 7, 2010.
GOUDIE, Dawn Patricia (Vivarais) With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Dawn Goudie (Vivarais), on Wednesday September 1, 2010, after a courageous battle with cancer, at the age of 68. Cherished wife of Bryan Goudie for 47 years. Very loving mother of Brenda (Dave Eldershaw), Kim (Les Richenhaller) and Neil. Proud grandmother of Jonathan, Erin and Evan. Sister of Sharon (Joe D'Aprile), Karen (Rick Frechette), Garry (Philis), Mark (Sandy) and Michael (Ann). Predeceased by her parents Lawrence and May (Ward). Family and friends are invited to gather for a Mass on Wednesday at 12 noon at Our Lady of the Visitation Church, 5338 Bank St. Inurnment Hope Cemetery. If desired memorial donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or your closest animal shelter would be most appreciated.

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September 27, 2010

Hello Bryan--
Even though several days have gone by since Dawn's passing into a better place--Jeannie and I have deep remorse as we remember each day your tragic loss! An "In Memoriam" Mass will soon be celebrated at OLOV for your wonderful partner of so many years. Our deepest sympathies always, Bryan.
Eugene and Jeannie.

September 8, 2010

Bryan,

Our most heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Dawn always had a smile for everyone, and we are lucky that we had the opportunity of getting to know her from our casino outings. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cindy and Brian Van Dusen

Lori O'Reilly

September 7, 2010

Dawn occasionally came into our Credit Union and I'll always remember that she was smiling and pleasant and quiet...but she always greeted us cheerfully. I didn't realize she was sick until I saw the Citizen obituary.
Heartfelt condolences to her loved ones and family in your loss.
Lori O'Reilly, Frontline Financial Credit Union, Ottawa, Ontario

September 7, 2010

Kim,

My sincerest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. I wish you strength and peace through the days that follow...

Dora Erasmo

September 7, 2010

Brenda, Dave, Jon & Erin -
Our thoughts are with you and your whole family this week as you help each other through this difficult time.

With love.
Heather, Steve, Pat, Phil, Emma & Elizabeth

September 7, 2010

Kim and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this very difficult time. When God calls home one of his angels he gives strength to those left behind. Cherish you wonderful memories.
Phil & Fran Andrews

September 6, 2010

Dear Bryan and family,
We are very saddened to hear of Dawn's passing.Our thoughts are with you during this most difficult time.

Jacques and Carmen Saumure

September 6, 2010

Brenda, Dave, John and Erin:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sadness.
Lynn, Kevin, Mack, Dell, Quinn and Brenna

Dianne & Don Lance

September 6, 2010

Dear Brenda,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your extended family. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Cherish all the wonderful memories.

September 6, 2010

To the Goudie family.
I knew Dawn while an employee at the Civic Hospital, and my sincere condolences to you all, Dawn a "lady" with a wonderful personality and always a smile, it was a pleasure to know her.
May God give you strength at this very sad time.
Nell Johns
Ottawa

Jennifer, Mike, Kris, Kayla & Adam Kucharik

September 6, 2010

Uncle Bryan, Brenda, Kim and Neil,
My heart goes out to all of you. Aunt Dawn was quite the lady. She was fun and funny and loving. I will miss her. You are all in our prayers.

Rachel & Robert Vivarais

September 5, 2010

Hello Brian and family,
We were very saddened to read of Dawn's passing; she was a very beautiful person,always cheerful,never without a smile. It is a difficult time for all I'm sure, I know having lost my wife Jocelyne to cancer 13 years ago, yesterday September 4. At times such as these I reflect on the poem "Footprints in the sand" and realize that we are not walking alone.

Rachel & Robert Vivarais

P.S. We are unable to attend the Wednesday service; Rachel had corrective surgey on both feet on Thursday and is unable to walk. We are meeting with her physician at exactly the time of Dawn's service. We will keep you in our thoughts and in our prayers. God be with you, always.

September 5, 2010

There really aren't enough words to express my sadness at Aunt Dawn's passing. She was a gracious, kind and loving lady, and she'll be missed. There's a new angel in heaven now to watch over us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lynn, Gary & family

Faith Vivarais

September 4, 2010

Uncle Bryan, heaven is a better place today. How i miss her love and caring ways. We will always remember how wonderful of a woman she was. She will truly be missed. my prayers are with you Uncle Bryan.

Jane Dagenais

September 4, 2010

Kim and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

September 4, 2010

Bryan:- We are saddened to hear of Dawn's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May God strengthen and comfort you.
Roy and Betty Ojala

September 4, 2010

Our thoughts are with you and, I pray God gives all of you the strengh to carry you through this dificult time.It was our pleasure to have known her.
Casino buddies
Mal and Ann-Marie

Glen Goudie

September 4, 2010

Words cannot express the sorrow I feel. With only loving memories of cottages, reunions, Phoenix Cresent and good times. We have laughed together and cried together. Words cannot express my most sincere heartfelt condolences to you Uncle Brian, Brenda, Kim, Neil and family.

J. Goudie

September 4, 2010

The angels in heaven have a new member this week, my sweet Aunt Dawn. What a lovely, warm and fun-loving lady! They just don't come any nicer than her.

My sincere condolences to my Uncle Bryan and her entire family, know that you are not alone in your pain. Everyone who was blessed to know her is hurting with you.

When I think of my Aunt Dawn, I smile. What a gift she was to us all.

Rest In Peace my Friend.

J. Goudie

September 4, 2010

The angels in heaven have a new member this week, my sweet Aunt Dawn. What a lovely, warm and fun-loving lady - they just come any nicer than her.

My sincere condolences to my Uncle Bryan and her entire family, you are not alone in this pain. Everyone who was blessed to know her is hurting with you.

When I think of my Aunt Dawn, I smile. What a gift she was to us all.

Rest In Peace my Friend.

Maria E Jutasi

September 4, 2010

My thoughts are with Dawn's family at this very difficult time. My prayers are with you.

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