Melissa Loewen Obituary
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Caroline Deane
September 28, 2007
Oh my ... that's about all that has gone through my head for the past number of hours since I found out. I just received a newsletter from Columbia that has the news in it.
I was Melissa's roommate at CBC her second year. I last saw her over the Halloween weekend in Calgary in about 1999 but then lost touch. She was exactly as you say in the obituary. The quote from her ... I can hear her saying it.
Words aren't enough to express my condolences. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Adel Letourneau Klassen
July 7, 2007
I was a friend of Melissa's from Columbia Bible College and was anticipating seeing her again at our 10 year reunion this summer. I just found out that she passed away through one of our classmates. She was loved dearly at CBC. I will share this sad news with our classmates and the staff at CBC. On behalf the staff and faculty at CBC and her fellow alumni, our thoughts and prayers are with you. (Columbia Bible College Alumni Relations)
Holly Congram
June 28, 2007
I worked with Melissa several years ago at Mini-University. Although I only worked with her for a short time, I knew I had met someone special and I feel blessed that I got the chance to know her. I will always remember Melissa as having a wonderful spirit and a smile that you couldn't forget.
With deepest sympathy,
Daniela Wolff
June 24, 2007
I just learned of Melissa's passing today. I worked with her a few years ago when she first began teaching at Indus Elementary School. She was such a lovely person and I only have fond memories from working with her. She was truly beautiful is all ways, I am so sorry for your loss.
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Chad, MJ, Kelsey, Jarod & Sean Walsh
June 24, 2007
Our family was very sad to hear of Miss Loewen's passing. All three of our children were lucky enough to have had Miss Loewen touch their lives. She was a wonderful person who did not only give them the experience of music, but also taught them to be responsible & to believe in themselves.
Our thoughts & prayers are with all your family, at this difficult time.
Darrel Woldum
June 23, 2007
Harold and Lori:
Steve and Trudy:
Please accept our greatest sympathy on your loss. God bless you all and our prayers are focused on you and yours.
Darrel Woldum
Darlene Paswisty
Woldum & Associates
Shannon Lloyd
June 22, 2007
I worked with Melissa at McKenzie Lake School the year she graduated University. She taught Music to our Kindergarten classes. She was such a kind, compassionate teacher and she made a big difference to our school. I remember how often she spoke of her family and how much she loved her parents and brother. My heart goes out to you, and I send my deepest condolences. She was a very special person and I cherish the memories I shared with her.
Anne & Rudy Wiens
June 22, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ron Falk
June 22, 2007
Our deepest sympathies to you, Harold, Lori and Steven and all who love Melissa. I had the honor of being one of Melissa's pastors at Foothills Mennonite Church during her teen years. As my wife, Brenda, and I worked with the youth of the church we were privileged to have Melissa as a vibrant part of our youth group. As a candle illuminates a room, Melissa brought light to the many activities in which she was involved. It was incredible to witness God working through Melissa at such a young age. Her life exemplified the "fruits of the spirit" and she was a tremendous example of God's love and care to those around her. Her excitement and enthusiasm couldn't help but bring a smile to your face. At this time I look to Psalm 121 and read: "I lift my eyes to the hills from where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the maker of the heavens and the earth." Melissa, Good bye for now!
Naomi, Anja & Laurie Meier
June 22, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Marjorie & Leo Aucoin
June 22, 2007
Our very deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers go out to the whole Loewen family on the tragic passing of Melissa. May the Universe walk with you all. Lori, your friends in your MaxWell family grieve with you. Call any time day or night.
Leo and Marj
Don Ponech
June 21, 2007
I taught with Melissa at Langdon School. She was a dedicated musician, artist and educator. She will be sadly missed by students and staff. Deepest sympathies to the Loewen family.
Karen Gowda
June 21, 2007
I worked with Melissa at Indus School and always remember her for her enthusiasm for teaching and her love for the students she taught. She always had a positive outlook on life and took the time to ask how her colleagues were doing. She will be sadly missed by those who knew her.
Shandell, Greg, Marina & Madison Laycraft
June 21, 2007
Our family is saddened to hear of the sudden loss of Ms. Loewen. She was both of our daughters' music teacher at Langdon School and will be deeply missed. She was truly excited to see the students excel in whatever they were working on. We were always so amazed at how she remembered everyone's name...she taught so many. We will remember her as well.
Amy Gerlitz
June 21, 2007
We first met Melissa as a young girl in our neighbourhood. As she grew, we came to appreciate the fine qualities that we all knew and loved about her as an adult. Then, the day came when Melissa was old enough to baby-sit our two young daughters. Amanda and Chelsea couldn’t wait until Mom and Dad went out on a date and Melissa would come to baby-sit. We could always guarantee that there would be plenty of fun and laughter when Melissa was around. Melissa became an excellent role-model for our girls. Her love of music was apparent at a young age. Looking back, it is not a surprise that Melissa would combine her love of children and her love of music to become a music teacher.
Melissa was a woman of great faith and integrity. Even as a young girl, she was conscientious and hard-working. She lived up to her own high standards and inspired all who knew her with her sense of fun and innovation. God lent her to us for 29 years and the world is a better place for it. Those who had the privilege of knowing Melissa are blessed for the influence she has had on our lives and will continue to have in our hearts. Rest well, sweet soul,
Love always,
The Gerlitz family
Dave Krahn
June 21, 2007
It has been a few years since I have seen Melissa, but she has left a lasting impression with me that I am sure every one who knows her will miss. Harold, Lori, and Stephen my deepest sympathies are with you.
Nancy Mcclure
June 21, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Melissa. I had the pleasure of attending the Indus and Langdon schools for 3 years. During that time my oldest son Brandon Haggstrom (about to enter grade 10)was a student of Melissa's. I will remember her kindness, patience and incredible understanding with this young man who thought it impossible that he could be either an artist nor a musician. He challenged the very audacity of someone who would promote any positive to playing music. He is now a fine member of his school band, and has taught himself to play guitar and keyboards. It wasn't apparent for a while but her class is where it started. I wish I had taken the time before to let Melissa know that she did make a difference. We are now several hundred kilometers away but heard the news and felt the pain. Be assured your daughter, sister, and friend has left a mark that reaches far and wide. She will not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nancy McClure
Melissa Whyte
June 20, 2007
I knew Melissa through high school. What I remember of her was her compassion for everyone around her. To be a teacher was a good job to have being able to share your joy in life with so many young ones & to have an impact on their lives. My thoughts & prayers go out to family & friends in this time of need. She will always be remembered as good natured & free spirited.
Darlene Wiebe
June 20, 2007
Lori and Harold
My heart griefs for you as you grief for your precious gift Melissa. I pray that in the days,weeks, months, and years to come that you will feel God presence in your darkess moments. I also pray that you both will take comfort in knowing that you will see your precious daughter again.
Sally Marie Bowen
June 20, 2007
Sympathy and prayers for healing go out to your family. I worked with Melissa at Indus and know how much she loved her students and her job, she will be sadly missed.
Sally Marie Bowen
Brad Stoesz
June 20, 2007
Harold & Lori:
Having watched our children play and grow up together, it is especially sad at this time.It brings home exactly how special our children are. They truly are a gift from our God. Our sincerest sympathies go out to your entire family at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely Brad, Ellen, Amanda
and Kristin Stoesz
Dermott's
June 20, 2007
We were so saddened to hear of Ms. Loewen's sudden passing. Ali had been telling me all about how she had been teaching her grade 2 class about the "Land of Staff" - Ali was interested in music and was finding it easy to understand due to Ms. Loewen's creative ways to inspire her students. We are so thankful Ali had the opportunity to know Ms. Loewen, and we hope it helps to know how she touched so many lives.
Shelley, Dave, Mason, Devin and Regan Kinley
June 20, 2007
Our family offers our most profound sympathies to your family. Mason remembers Ms. Loewen giving students a standing ovation and enjoying his attempts on the recorder. She always enjoyed it when her students tried their best. Then she praised them for their efforts. She will be missed.
Greg Gerlitz
June 20, 2007
My wife Amy and 2 daughters have known Melissa and her family most of our lives. Melissa has always been the product of two of the most loving, nuturing parents on this planet whose beliefs have always been centered in Christ. My daughters have been honored to have Melissa as a baby sitter, piano instructor, and most of all a true friend and example of what is good in life. We will miss her smile and everything about her. The comfort we have is that she has passed from the loving hands of the Lowen's to the loving hands of Christ.
We will miss her dearly Melissa..
Laurie Steman
June 20, 2007
I had the privilege of working with Melissa for many years at Indus and Langdon Schools. Melissa was always passionate about her work and shared her passion for the arts with hundreds of students. I am so sad Melissa is gone, it seems like only yesterday we were wandering around the Farmer's Market. My heart goes out to her family, friends and students. You are so missed.
Robin and Jim and Haley Carter
June 20, 2007
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Jenn Van Es
June 20, 2007
I had the honour of meeting Melissa at University and later sharing a home with her for a couple of years.
I will always remember Melissa as a passionate, caring, fun, encouraging, loving and faithful woman of God.
Melissa was so supportive, so kind. I will fondly remember our many walks, bowls of popcorn, evening talks and other times together.
I will remember her amazing friendship with her parents, how much she adored her brother, sister-in-law and new niece, and how dear she held all of her friends, nature, music, travel, literature and faith.
With love and gratefulness for our friendship.
Jenn Van Es
Barb,Bill, Kyndra, Jillian,Royce, Tessa Tolley
June 20, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Kathy Meyerink
June 20, 2007
We will always remember Melissa Loewen as the wonderful teacher she has been to all the students at Langdon School. She will be missed by everyone, she gave of herself to all the children and her love of music passed on to all of them.
Kathy & Fred Meyerink
Kris (who helped at Christmas time to teach guitar for the concert)
Kourtney (who learned from her the value of music in our lives)
Nick (who found his music book at home, wept openly & will practice his recorder as she had asked him to)
Maria Carwithen
June 20, 2007
Melissa, Hearing the tragic news last night was devestating. I will always remember your kindness and your energy for life. I will treasure that.
I know I will see you again, and this makes me feel better.
With love,
Maria
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