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Nanny's Birthday 1999
Dawn Richards
June 16, 2011
Easter 1997
Dawn Richards
June 16, 2011
Ken's Angels
Dawn Richards
June 16, 2011
Dawn Richards
June 16, 2011
Dawn's Speech at the Funeral:
Do you know that I could say anything I want right now….and there’s nothing he can do about it.
This one’s for you Dad, (as I point to my nose….I always wanted the Tysick nose and now I have one…what do you think?)
I’m sure Dad would be happy to see you all here today – you know how he loved a celebration. Dad worked hard and he played hard…he loved life, he loved his family, he loved people and he loved to have a good time ....maybe too good sometimes.
He was a hard worker sometimes working 3 jobs at a time, he provided for his family, the man was never sick , he enjoyed the campsite and was able to make it back one last time, he loved to hunt and he got to do that too….his stay at the hospital wasn’t as bad as he made it seem….he had us all at his beck and call….even the nurses used to come in and watch movies with him during the night shift
Right till the end he made us laugh….
On Sunday night, the doctor asked him if he had any pain…..Dad said “I have a pain in my bum” (not exactly what he said)….the doctor giggled behind his mask and thought he misunderstood him….so he asked again more specifically “do you have pain in your chest Mr Tysick”…Dad said “no I told you I have a pain in my bum”… he was talking about his tailbone….not me.
Last week…he was telling his new homecare doctor about the headaches he was having….and he pointed to me and said “ask her she was always there when I got them”….I think he was trying to tell me something.
He was dubbed the million dollar man by the general hospital…..for all the care they gave him….he was worth a million plus more to us, the ones he loved, and the ones who loved him.
He used to always call me “kid”…..apparently from what I’m hearing he called a lot of us that…now that I’m thinking about it…..he probably couldn't remember all our names.
He used to say things like …..
Eat it…it will put hair on your chest and lead in your pencil…just what us girls wanted to hear.
I’ve got places to go, people to see and things to do ….. God is sure going to have his hands full.
He’d say, I’m here for a good time not a long time….. and it was a good time, just not long enough.
I made a promise to my dad a long time ago…..and now I have to ‘put up or shut up’…like that’s ever gonna happen…so I’m inviting everyone back to my house for a celebration….I know he wanted an Irish wake…..so lets give him what he wanted…..as much as you may get the urge to have a drink in the parking lot for old times sake…save it for my place…..the bar is stocked….. You don’t get over loss by forgetting….you get over it by remembering… please come share your stories with us.
I feel honored to say Ken Tysick was my Dad….I lost something very precious…he was my hero….he was my rock….he loved me…..he was very proud of me…and he made sure I knew it.
Each of us has our special memories of Dad” …it’s obvious by everyone who came how much he touched us. His memory will live on…..in all of us.
I have never loved you more Dad..... I know you are partying up there….but remember this ‘save the last dance for me’.
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Uncle Pat & The Big Bad Birthday Boy (60th)
Dawn Richards
June 16, 2011
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
Dad,
It's hard to imagine that a whole year has passed without you. I think about you more now than ever. You are loved so much and you are missed even more. You are the greatest man I ever knew. I'm proud to have been your daughter. I love you Dad.
Potluck at Dad's
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
Dad & Lou in Punta Cana
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
One of our hotel parties
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
Nanny, Aunt Judy, Dad & Papper
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
"Here comes a ringer"
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
"Who wants a tractor ride?"
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
Father's Day
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
Proud Papa
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
He was quite the ladies man !!
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
Shannon, Dad, Dawn, Connie
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
Dawn & Dad's wild motorcycle adventure
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
Dad as a baby
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
Hail...hail....the gangs all here
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
Dad's hunting spot
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
Dad the Train Conductor
Dawn Richards
June 15, 2011
Cassandra Richards
June 15, 2011
Grampa,
Your friends and family are still down here…..wishing you were with us. You cross our minds everyday. We love the strength, wisdom and experiences you’ve shared with us. We love you and you will always be in our hearts and memories. Love Cassie xoxo
Temecka May
June 14, 2011
Grandpa,
i remember going to your car shop when I was little. Awaited me was a sucker. I stood beside you as you worked. Maybe even helped a bit. I guess I had bugged you enough because soon we would make our way down to the old tractor in the back. Many pictures we took so many memories to keep. I remember each summer going to visit you at the camp site, and not wanting to leave..... May 30th 2010 I didn’t have a choice. Now you are gone and in my heart forever you will be, so many great memories. I promise you grandpa none will ever leave
Jo-ann May
June 14, 2011
You are not gone, you live in my heart
Always Jo-ann
...always dancing !!
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
I shot it with my camera....just for you.
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
Dad
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
You always knew where to find him.
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
Artist at work !!
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
Dad & Captain Trav
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
Connie, Dad & Dawn at the campsite
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
June 14, 2011
Dad at the Tiki Bar
June 14, 2011
through good times and bad...
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
Birthday Bunch in July
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
Family Reunion 2008
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
his bags are packed...he's ready to go !!
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
Notice posted at MLB
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
Christmas at the hospital with Cassie, Chelsea & Matt
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
...dancing with his girls
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
Dad play fighting with Cassie & Chelsea
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
Mom, Dad & Jo-Ann celebrating
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
Carrie Smith
June 14, 2011
Dear Ken,
You were my first love, together we had three beautiful girls, then I had a son, whom you allowed to call you Dad. You are an honest man and always did what you thought was right. Unfortunately we didn't always agree.
We have always remained friends until the end, I loved you then and I love you now. I am proud to say you were in my life, thinking of you always. Love,
Golden Rail - Lafontaine Hotel
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
"If you play with the bull...you get the horn"
Dawn Richards
June 14, 2011
Chelsea Richards
June 14, 2011
Chelsea's speech at the Funeral:
I’d like to start off by saying thank you for being here today. I know we will all be grieving in different ways but as long as we are together we will be okay. There’s one word that I would use to describe Grandpa which is bruiser who is a large, strong man that is a fighter all grandpa did was fight and fight the pain until he lost. Grandpa had such a kind souls and his heart was full of love for every single one of us and still does. I wish I could have spent more time with him, that’s the one thing I regret doing. I remember the first time I saw grandpa in the hospital. I told everyone to leave the room and give me a minute. I had a heart to heart talk with him and the last thing I said before our talk ended was something someone told me when I needed someone the most. YOU ARE YOU AND YOU’RE OKAY. I held grandpas hand so tight but so firm and we both had tears running down our faces. After we left the hospital my mom asked me what did you say, no one has made grandpa cry in awhile. I felt bad but then relieved because he needed to cry. I know he appreciated our talk and that talk will be with me forever. I wish I was able to say a proper goodbye but deep down he knows each and everyone of us loves him. He’s in a better place now, and still with us in our memories, thoughts and hearts.
I love you grandpa
Ronnie May
June 14, 2011
You were a man, many looked up too
You were a dad, others wished to be
You had 3 beautiful girls of your own,
And still you chose to keep me. (I had to go there...smile)
You were my dad as I knew no other
You were a part of it all no difference in treatment
My graduation, a car and my many boyfriends
I lost my DAD a year ago- true sentiments.
I appreciate all you’ve done and all you did
I’ll never forget our first drive, or my drunk sate under your care (campsite)
The way you asked me to dance or told me I was better than that.
You may not have been perfect- but a man like you is rare.
I miss you greatly...
Love Ronnie and family xo
(What i wouldn’t do to be told to help pull off your work boots again.)
Oscar Poulin
June 13, 2011
Ken,
You have been my hunting partner for 20+ years. You are a tough act to follow. Miss you bud. I am doing my best to do as you asked.
Oscar
Travis Poulin
June 13, 2011
Grampa
I miss you so much. A year has gone by but you are still always in my thoughts. I think of you at the campsite, while I am DJing, when I am cutting Gramma Lou's grass.
I hope you are watching over me.
Love Travis
Tyler Poulin
June 13, 2011
Grampa
Thinking of you always.
Love Tyler
Connie Tysick
June 2, 2011
Missing you every day. Life just isn't the same without you. I am so happy to have the memories to hold onto. We have lost a wonderful father, grandfather, husband, friend, hunting buddy, fishing partner, drinking buddy, uncle, stepdad, worker. I could go on and on because you meant that much.
Love Connie
Evelyn Tysick
August 30, 2010
I was looking for Tysick information online and found out about your Dad/husband. So sorry for your pain. We dont know each other, but when I was little we lived in stitsville and visited with Leslie and Pat Tysick in Ottawa. All Tysicks are related. TAke care
Peter & Gwen Balderson
June 13, 2010
Working with you Ken was always a pleasure your kind ways and helping hand. You will always be in you thoughts. We will always remember you as co worker and a very close friend. May God be with you and rest in peace forever..... Always
June 10, 2010
I am keeping you all in my prayers.
Aleisha
June 9, 2010
My thoughts and sincere condolences to you and your family.
Odette Bronsard
Rose Gendron
June 9, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. So very sorry for your loss.
Rose and Paul
Norm (fellow Camper)
June 4, 2010
Although I did not have the pleasure of knowing Ken that much - Through so many others, I've come to know he was a great Dad, Husband, Father, Grandfather and friend to have. His touching of so many lives will NEVER be forgotten and so many fond memories will be told for years to come.
My thoughts and sincere condolences to you and your family at this sad time.
Catherine Brunet
June 3, 2010
I will always remember Ken with his big smile and whole hearted laugh. RIP Ken, you will never be forgotten! My deepest condolences to the family.
Richard Lloyd
June 3, 2010
Our deepest condolences, Ken will be missed
Tracey and Richard
June 3, 2010
Our deepest condolences, he will be missed
Tracey and Richard
Deborah Morey
June 3, 2010
I so remember the roar of Ken's laughter with his huge smile. His dedication to his work and family. You have left a lasting friendship and touch to all you have encountered and it is surely our loss. God Bless you Ken.
Terri Morey
June 3, 2010
Ken...
Your memory will live on in all of us. You were a great man. Loved by many. (raises bottle) This Canadian is for you Uncle Ken!!
Ron & Claudette Manor
June 3, 2010
Lou, Connie, Dawn and Shannon. Words cannot express the sadness we feel for you all. We just learned of Ken's passing. Ken was truly a remarkable man and we cherish all the moments we spent with him. I (Ron) went by the campsite a couple of times and now I understand why he wasn't there. We were all so fortunate to have had Ken in our lives and because of this we all have enriched lives. Our deepest condolences.
Wendy Osborne
June 3, 2010
Kenny will never be forgotten I believe he is with his family as we speak. I also believe he will be with all of you in spirit, and when your in need of him he will be right their beside you, trust me on this.
I'm thinking about all of you
Wendy osborne and family
Tysick
Jack, Maggie, Natalie and Denis Gladu
June 3, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Michael Mynott
June 3, 2010
Dawn,
My deepest sympathies goes out to you and your family.
Michael
joanne tysick
June 3, 2010
Carrie, Dawn, Connie, Shannon and Ken's extended family,
It is with great sadness that I write this Condolence to you. I had no idea how ill Ken was. After reading the guest book entries, all I can say is
THEY ARE ALL CORRECT.
Ken loved his family. I have so many great memories of Ken, Judy, uncle Jack and Aunt Doris when we lived on Arlington. He was a devoted son and brother.
They say that we all meet again, and I hope that is true, cause, he will be greeted by Mom, Pop, Judy, uncle Pat and Uncle Leslie I am sure.
You were a good man Ken and you will be missed by all who knew you.
Your cousin
Joanne Tysick
June 3, 2010
On behalf of the campers at MLB, I wish you and the Tysick extended family our deepest sympathies at this time. The Campers Association has donated to the suggested Society in Ken's name.
Michelle
June 3, 2010
Cindy,
My deepest sympathies goes out to you and your family.
anna fonzo
June 2, 2010
we will miss you ken
Dale/Marilyn Tellier
June 2, 2010
We are sorry for your loss. I have special memories of Ken and always looked forward to seeing him upon my arrival to the trailer park. One can only imagine the sorrow each and everyone of his family must be feeling now, but do know that Ken touched everyone he knew. We just wanted to let you know that we truly feel your loss and wanted to ensure we had an opportunity to express or condolences to everyone.
Dale/Marilyn Tellier (MLB fellow campers)
Pierre
June 2, 2010
Dawn, Connie, and Shannon
It is with sadness that I learned of your loss. Your father was a remarkable man, a man of wisdom and guidance. A man always there to help those in need. It has been over 25 years since we last met, but his guidance and advice still serves me today. Dawn, Connie and Shannon, Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your dear father.
Dad & Ti - Hunting Buddies
June 2, 2010
Dad & Santa Ray
Dawn Richards
June 2, 2010
Cindy Dad & Lou
Dawn Richards
June 2, 2010
Erik, Dad, Dawn & Ray Golf Day
Dawn Richards
June 2, 2010
Lou, Travis & Dad
Dawn Richards
June 2, 2010
Dancing Family
Dawn Richards
June 2, 2010
Dad & Dawn
Dawn Richards
June 2, 2010
Dad
Dawn Richards
June 2, 2010
Dad Trout Fishing
Dawn Richards
June 2, 2010
Caleigh Tempeny
June 2, 2010
Dear Grampa, I really miss you and am feeling very sad that you are gone.I will pray to you always....
I love you forever
Love Caleigh
Ken, Judy, Doris & Jack
June 2, 2010
Dad at the Trailer
June 2, 2010
Dad
June 2, 2010
Innis Family
June 2, 2010
We extend our deepest sympathy to all of you. Each of you have a different memory of Ken, and may all your memories keep your heart a little lighter at this time. Please call if there is anything we can do for any of you. All of our love...... Cindy, Steve, Tara, Caitlin and Alex Innis
Dad, Lou and Dawn
June 2, 2010
Dad and Lou
June 2, 2010
Dad and Connie
June 2, 2010
Dad and Allan
June 2, 2010
Tianna && Caleigh Tempeny
June 2, 2010
Grampa we will miss you lots
You will always be in our thoughts and prayers, I know you'll always be here with us.
We love you.
We will miss you Dad
Shannon,Dave,Tianna,Caleigh Tempeny
June 2, 2010
Landry
June 2, 2010
Dear Dawn, Connie, Shannon, Jerry, Ti, Dave, Carrie and family. It is difficult to find the words to express our sadness at this time. The world is a lesser place without Ken in it. His love of family, life and of the outdoors was apparent to all those who knew him. I personally will miss his endless teasing about my French heritage and some of the village characters, Percy Jones and Joe Peanut. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Pat, Lucie and Family
Gina-Ann Desjardins
June 2, 2010
Cindy & Erik and family,
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.
Mes sincères sympathies à tous,
Gina-Ann
Sharon Way
June 2, 2010
We are sorry for your loss. Ken will be remembered by all who knew him.
I hope that his Mom, Dad and Judy are all waitng for him.
Sharon, Robert Way (Potter)
Brian & Susan Tysick
June 2, 2010
Sorry to hear of your loss we wish you all the best and our prayers be with you.
Linda & Michael Jenkins
June 2, 2010
To; Lou, Connie, Dawn, Shannon and to all of Ken's family,I am so very sorry for your loss, what a wonderful family he had, so much love, a family that shares not just the good times but the bad times as well, extending a hand out to others is always been the way of the Tysick family, my heart goes out to all of you, hang on to one another, talk about the good times, laugh together and cry together, remember your not alone throught this storm.. others are keeping you in their thoughts and prayers... ken will be missed by all who knew him and loved him.... but his pain is gone and he can dance........hugs to you all.. praying for the family... and most of all remember he loved each and everyone of you. May you find comfort from those around you.. We love you!
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