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Margaret Anne "Anne" Keenleyside
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Laura Kim
January 8, 2023
I was very fortunate to have Anne as my first anthropology prof at University of Toronto. Her incredible intelligence, kindness, and passion inspired me to pursue a degree in biological anthropology. She was loved by all her students.
My sincere condolences to Anne's family, friends, and everyone whose lives have been changed by her presence.
Duncan Stewart
December 14, 2022
Anne spent many dinners years ago with me, Mary-Ann and the kids. We're deeply saddened to hear of her passing: she was brilliant, beautiful and kind.
Charmaine & Pockets Warhol
November 14, 2022
I´m so sad to hear that Anne has left her beautiful life on earth. She was such a lovely woman who cared deeply for others. Anne would often come by with her soft voice and say hello to my little friend Pockets at the monkey sanctuary and she would laugh and enjoy his antics. What a remarkable and fulfilling life Anne had with people who loved her and had a fascinating career. Anne will always be part of the sanctuary and she will be always missed.
Fondly, Charmaine
Daina Liepa
November 7, 2022
I am incredibly saddened to hear of the passing of Anne. She was such a sweet, gentle, caring and beautiful soul. Anne and Pat spent many days volunteering at Story Book Farm Primate Sanctuary and helped the sanctuary in very many different ways. When working outside she never complained if it was too hot or too cold - the work had to get done. She was looking forward to coming to help again this fall. All of us at the Sanctuary send our deepest condolences to Pat and her extended family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her bravery, her warmth and her compassion.
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Rachelle Hansen
November 7, 2022
Ann was such a lovely, generous, beautiful person inside and out. The monkeys will miss seeing her. Rachelle Hansen, Story Book Farm Primate Sanctuary
Tina Moffat
November 7, 2022
I will always cherish my girls' weekends with Anne and Lynda in Peterborough and Ottawa and our phone calls when Anne would provide me with the latest news about everyone we knew -- but never revealed her sources. She was the classiest person I've ever known! Rest in Peace Anne. xoxo
Angele Smith
November 7, 2022
I was so sorry to hear of Anne's passing. Ever since meeting her years ago at McMaster Univ, I have looked up to Anne as an anthropologist but also as such a genuinely kind and lovely person. She was a real gem of a person. My sincere condolences to her family, friends and colleagues.
Rob Pomykacz
November 6, 2022
I have very fond memories of playing the French horn with Anne in high school.
Christy Smith
November 5, 2022
Our last birthday lunch together!
Christy
November 5, 2022
Diana Trepkov
November 5, 2022
Diana Trepkov
November 5, 2022
Diana Trepkov
November 5, 2022
Diana Trepkov
November 5, 2022
I was devastated to hear the heartbreaking news that Anne had passed away. I was really hoping for a miracle and that she would beat the cancer. When I think of beautiful Anne, I can see her gorgeous smile, her sparkling blues eyes and her zest for life. Anne would light up as we would talk about her love for her cats and all precious animals. She also spoke so highly of Pat and his girls. She had such a pure heart. We worked together on the 1845 lost Franklin Expedition (with Dr. Douglas Stenton and Dr. Robert Park) as I am the forensic artist and she was the incredible anthropologist who studies these unidentified remains. I loved her enthusiasm which shined so bright when she would let me know they found another skull that might need a facial reconstruction. One of my best memories is when we unexpectedly bumped into each other at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Quebec, in the Franklin Expedition room. We were so happy to see each other! Our last time together wasn´t that long ago, we were having lunch on a patio by the water and talking about life. I will treasure the memories of us meeting for lunch and trying all different kinds of foods through the years. I feel the world is emptier now without her. I will forever miss you Anne. You will always be very special. Love you, Diana
MARGARET BERTULLI
November 5, 2022
I am so very saddened to learn of Anne's passing. She was warm-hearted, kind and compassionate and an outstanding scholar in her field. We worked together on Arctic projects and kept in touch over the decades. I will miss her. May it comfort you to know that many others care.
MARGARET BERTULLI
November 5, 2022
I am so saddened to learn of Anne's passing She was so warm-heart, compassionate and kind. We worked together on Arctic projects decades ago and kept in touch. I will miss her. It is so lovely to see the photos of Anne and her family. May it comfort you to know that many others care.
Cassandra Butler
November 5, 2022
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Cassandra Butler
November 5, 2022
The best bonus mom anyone could ask for. We will miss you so much.
Debbie Czegledi
November 5, 2022
My deepest condolences to Anne´s family and dearest friends. I knew Anne mainly from high school and was so fortunate to catch up with her this last decade. Anne was always brilliant, sweet, kind and a joy to be with. I have so many wonderful memories of sharing time with her during our teenage years- sharing sewing projects, admiring her tea pot collection, watching crazy Australian films and of course tea time with the Latin class.
Judy Clarke
November 4, 2022
I am very sad to learn of Anne´s passing. I have fond memories from when she was my office mate many years ago at McMaster, and of occasions when we met for brunch in succeeding years. She was a gentle and lovely person, and so modest for one with such great accomplishments.
Jerry Giroux
November 4, 2022
Jerry Giroux
November 4, 2022
Jerry Giroux
November 4, 2022
Heartbroken. We loved Anne and her brother , Dave. Cocktails with Anne only months ago. Anne´s gentility, grace and big brain only complimented her beauty. So sorry Pat, you are such a fine gentleman and your being there for Anne has garnered massive respect from us all. Hope to are hanging in there and I will reach out when we return from Europe. Deepest condolences to Christy, her long time friend. Sincerely, Jerry
Pat Reed
November 3, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Anne's passing. I have warm memories of sharing coffee and dessert with her after classes at McMaster. My deepest condolences to her family.
Dongya Yang
November 3, 2022
It is with the greatest sadness that I learned of Anne´s passing.
I cannot help but recall vividly the first time I met Anne. It was 30 years ago when I just started my Ph.D. study at McMaster as a brand-new international student. One day in September, I walked into a lab and Anne was there. I did not know who she was, but Anne knew who I was. She welcomed me to Canada and talked to me a lot about her research. In just mere minutes, it felt like we were old friends. She was incredibly welcoming, warm, and encouraging. I was and still am thankful for the great kindness Anne showed me during that chat, as it meant a lot to me.
I have known Anne for over 30 years. I feel so sad that she passed away at such a young age. I will miss her forever. She was a caring and kind individual with a great sense of humor. Everyone loved Anne, and she was a humble and very fine scholar, the kind of scholar whom I respect the most.
I feel very honored to have been Anne´s friend.
RIP, Anne.
Sarah Sharpe (nee. Robinson)
November 3, 2022
I was privileged to take a few classes with Dr. Keenleyside during my time at Trent. She was always helpful and kind to anxious students like me and I'm thankful for her impact on my life. Praying for her family and friends.
Cathy Gates
November 2, 2022
My deepest condolences to Pat, family and friends. Anne was such a bright light and valued colleagues. She was very supportive of me in my role and her sage advice was always welcomed and embraced. I wish her peace.
Dave and Sherri Bidgood
November 2, 2022
Pat and family,
Dave and I are sorry to have read this news. Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Your in our thoughts.
Craig & Carol Kelly
November 2, 2022
Pat and family
Our deepest condolences at this very difficult time. Thinking of you.
Patrick Ivay
November 2, 2022
Anne´s Mom Judy Ivay was a frequent visitor of Dorothy and Clayton Ivay in Ottawa while taking her Nurses training at the Ottawa Civic Hospital. Also a very favourite niece!
Patrick Ivay
November 2, 2022
Very sad to hear of the loss of such a positive cousin. She was a favourite of Clayton and Dorothy Ivay. While her mom Judy was still alive I had many uplifting conversations with Anne, even though she herself was going through some tough personal times.
Lise Ralph
November 2, 2022
Pat, Melissa and Cassandra, we are so very sorry for your loss. Love and hugs are being sent your way during this difficult time. Terry and Lise Ralph
Nadine Changfoot
November 1, 2022
I will miss/remember wonderful, beautiful Anne. I always felt and feel uplifted, enriched, and inspired from our conversations/discussions/meet-ups. Her insights, visions, kindness, generosity, and supportive spirit I carry and will carry forward as she did openly and freely. My most sincere condolences to Pat, family, and relations.
Paul Szpak
November 1, 2022
Anne was the best kind of colleague that anybody could hope for. She was the chair of the department when I started at Trent in 2016 and was infinitely kind and welcoming. She will be truly missed at Trent.
Susan Jamieson
November 1, 2022
Anne was the epitome of an excellent scholar, educator, and colleague, a truly kind person who is sorely missed.
Mercedes Maitland
November 1, 2022
Anne was a beloved professor to me and many of my classmates at Trent. As we spread this sad news I keep hearing this repeated again and again. "I want to be like Anne when I grow up" was a phrase I heard (and spoke) a number of times after lectures or seminars or unexpected chats in the anthro department lounge. Anne wrote reference letters for me for grad school and field schools and I´m grateful to have caught up with her briefly this summer. It was an absolute pleasure to learn from her, both academically and simply as a fellow human. My deepest condolences to Anne´s family and friends. She was loved and will be missed by many.
Karen McGarry
October 31, 2022
I am so sad to hear of Anne´s passing. I met her when I worked at Trent, and I will always remember her as a very kind, warm and humble person, and as an exceptional scholar.
Hermann Helmuth
October 31, 2022
I am very sad to hear about Anne's passing. An excellent scholar, a great teacher and a lovely person to everybody who knew her is no more with us. She was such a great colleague and treasure in our Dept. of Anthropology. My condolences to all her family.
Hermann Helmuth
Douglas Stenton
October 31, 2022
Anne and I met many years ago as graduate students at the University of Alberta. I was fortunate to be able to reconnect with her several years ago when she kindly agreed to collaborate on new bioarchaeological investigations of the 1845 Franklin expedition. It was such a pleasure to be able to not only reconnect with Anne, but to work with and learn from such an outstanding and generous scholar and friend. My sincere condolences to Pat and to the Keenleyside family.
Sue Corbishley
October 31, 2022
My heartfelt condolences to the entire family. May her memory be a blessing.
Jackie
October 31, 2022
My deepest condolences to Anne's family. She was a kind person who had a wonderful sense of humour, a superb intellect and she chaired the Anthropology Department with grace. A terrible loss.
Leigh Symonds
October 31, 2022
I will always treasure Anne's smile that could light up a room. Her gentleness and compassion and beauty will be greatly missed by everyone she knew. I will miss her deeply. My deepest condolences to all her loved ones.
Gyles Iannone
October 31, 2022
Anne was a wonderful colleague, always upbeat and positive. She was an excellent Chair for our Department for a number of years, as well as a top-notch scholar. I am very saddened to hear of her passing.
Jennine Hurl-Eamon
October 31, 2022
I have been dreading this day for several years. Anne has been a very precious person in my life, though I did not see her nearly enough. Whether it was her delicious baking or her warm supportive conversation, she brought a sweetness into the world that I will forever miss. Trent has not been the same since she left, but I was comforted to know that she was just a few blocks away for walks and porch visits. She was (and is) a wonderful spirit, and so beloved by so many people. My thoughts go out to Pat and her family.
Joseph So
October 30, 2022
I am very sad to learn of the passing of Anne. We overlapped for a short time at Trent Anthropology Department - she joined the Department a few years before I retired. She was a fine scholar, a great colleague, and a lovely person. My sincere condolences to her family.
Kevin Duff
October 30, 2022
My condolences to the Keenleyside family. I knew Anne at McMaster University many years ago where I recall her warmth and singular focus to become an Anthopologist. A shocking loss.
Cathy Giroux
October 30, 2022
An absolutely lovely woman. Rest In Peace.
Tracy Prowse
October 30, 2022
Tracy Prowse
October 30, 2022
Tracy Prowse
October 30, 2022
Picture 1 (left to right) Rob, Tina, Sylvia, Todd, me, and Anne at CAPA 2014 (Canadian Association for Physical Anthropology) - all McMaster Anthropology alumni. Picture 2 - me, Anne, Tina (Peterborough, August 2022). I will miss Anne's humour, generosity, bright intellect, and lovely smile. I feel honoured to have known Anne as a colleague and friend.
Peter Ramsden
October 30, 2022
I knew Anne when she was a student in my classes at McMaster, and later as a friend. She was right from the start a brilliant, outstanding and dedicated student - and she went on to be an outstanding anthropologist. She was also a witty, cheerful, gentle and genuinely decent person. Her passing came as a shock to me, and is so sad - she is going to be missed by a lot of people.
Ed Keenleyside
October 29, 2022
Anne was a treasure to all she met and worked with. The news of her untimely passing was devastating to me. I had visited her this past August and she looked radiant, as always. Her smile would light up a room and melt the heart of friends and family. I will miss her very much, but I am grateful that she passed peacefully, and will forever rest with those friends and family that have passed before. Till we meet again, rest In peace my dear cousin.
Jim Keenleyside
October 29, 2022
I was saddened to learn of Anne's passing. I was present in the home of Hub & Judy Keenleyside when Judy came home in 1962 with Margaret Anne their new daughter. Judy gently placed Anne in my arms to hold. What a precious package.
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