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Antony Sukhdeo
February 17, 2011
I have read about Naomi in my book at highschool called "Passages 12". I also did a report for class. I chose Naomi's biography because her cause and her mission is the types of actions that inspires me. She had established a couple of hosptials and many programs to help orphan children in Guatemala, Vietnam and Cambodia. She is a REAL hero, and should be highlighted in the history books as a Savior of Children, Straight up!
=)
Bless Naomu Segal-Bronstein's soul. u dun kno.
Kim McHenry
January 13, 2011
Naomi gave me the chance for a life. I will always be grateful for her love and compassion.
January 5, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Sincere condolences to the entire Bronstein, Segal and extended families. Naomi will be missed by the countless hearts she touched and helped along her purposeful journey. She's done good for the world. May she rest in peace.
The Lock family
Helen Friel
January 4, 2011
My heartfelt sympathy to the Bronstein and Segal families in the loss of Naomi Segal-Bronstein. I have long admired the efforts, selflessness and courage that Naomi demonstrated in her work with children. May others come forward to carry the torch that Naomi lit, and use this light to help end the suffering of children in the world.
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JO Russell
January 4, 2011
To the Bronstein family. Please accept my condolences on the passing away of your mother Naomi. I don't know if you remember me, Jo, and my son Benjamin, but I worked in Bangladesh, Guatemala, and Cambodia for/with Naomi. During those times, Naomi and I developed a deep and respectful friendship. I always admired her for her courage , strength and tenacity when it came to fighting for the rights of children to live a 'quality' life. Although I did not stay in touch with any of you, I did think of you often, and feel deeply saddened by her passing.
If you are thinking of recording her work and achievements in some way, it would be my privilege to share my memories of her with you, so please don't hesitate to get in touch.
With fond memories,
Jo Russell
Jean Miller
January 3, 2011
Fond thoughts of summer days at the country house with all our kids so long ago. Other memories too.
My sympathy to the family.
Rest in peace Naomi.
Jean.
Pamela Airlie
January 2, 2011
My thoughts and sympathies to the family. I met Naomi back in the 80's when we fostered a little boy from Korea. Her support and love she gave to every child who she ever saw. She will be missed.
January 1, 2011
Our deepest sympathies to Mrs. Bronstein's family. I was fortunate to meet most of the family on a very memorable trip to Melissa's home in Montreal as a student many years ago. The entire family is a blessing and I know they will come even closer together in this time of need. Be strong and love each other. Thinking of all of you.
Joan,Craig, Sara and Jackie Emick
January 1, 2011
During the years surrounding 1960,I would come across Naomi on Van Horne Ave. near De Vimy Ave..We would walk to school together, or at other times skate at the pond at Pratt Park,near our homes.She was,even at that time independant and strong.Our paths went in different directions,but years later,I had learned of her wonderful work with children and that photo of her after that tragic crash,is forever etched in my mind.I continued to follow her advocacy afterwards and always felt a sense of pride in having known her and her many accomplishments.She was truly a great women.
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Bronstein/Segal family. I have a heavy heart today.I mourn your loss and the loss to those she touched through the years.I was one of those.
Bernie Wiseman, West Palm Beach Fl.
Irene Groobey
January 1, 2011
To Naomi's children, grandchildren and friends and especially to Tillie.
What sadness the news of Naomi's passing brings. Time and life took us in different directions causing us to lose touch with each other over the years. Even though we had not communicated in a very long time the loss is still profound. There is however comfort is knowing that because she touched so many - she will continue to live on in the many thousands of hearts that love her.
We became best friends from the moment we met standing in line on the first day of school at Montreal High. That first year Naomi somehow convinced the music director/teacher that he needed us to help bolster the glee club (which was only open to senior students)for an upcoming glee club event off of the schoool grounds. Incredibly he agreed and the school principle granted us leave with special permission so that we could participate in what would culminate into a Saturday night concert. So there we were cramming to learn all of the lyrics. One of the songs was Climb Every Mountain. It became Naomi's song. Reflecting back on our friendship I realize that she eventually lived the words I heard her sing so often. "A dream that will need all the love you can give, every day of your life for as long as you live". Once she found her calling Naomi lived her dream of helping children, every day of her life, for as long as she lived. God Bless.
Ninni/Irene(Diachidos) Groobey
Shloime/ Sheila Perel/ Cohen
January 1, 2011
Dear Naomi -- Thank you for your life and for all you have done. Some of us never met you, but in the larger sense we have. Your good work will live forever. You will never leave our consciousness.
Shloime Perel and Sheila Cohen
Rhonda & Michael Shuter
December 31, 2010
To the entire Segal and Bronstein Family,
Words cannot express the fond memories we have, of times past. Naomi was a role model for all people, everywhere, and despite the challenges of having to share her with the rest of the world, you have all been very blessed to have shared her journey, and legacy.
Our thoughts and prayers and Hugs are there for you now. Rhonda & Mike, Aron, Samara & Carlee
Kyle McHenry
December 31, 2010
In the late nineteen eighties, which is a lifetime ago when you are yet to reach forty, our family and the younger Bronsteins saw each other virtually daily for almost 2 years. It is with great sorrow that my brother Quan and I saw Naomi's children again today two decades later. The love they displayed for each other is certainly what Naomi would have wanted as family was always important to her even though her calling made being everywhere at once a challenge.
I am thankful to Naomi and Herb for helping bring my two sisters and my brother to Canada and am sure thousands of others benefited from her humanitarian acts.
December 31, 2010
Within minutes of meeting Naomi for the first time, at the countryhouse, I found myself supporting a Vietnamese orphan on my shoulders, with my brother Dave doing the same for the little girl's twin sister. Priceless. Naomi was irreplaceable.
Love, Ian and Nancy Henderson, Campbell, Simon and Parker
Renee Signer Friedman
December 31, 2010
I remember when we were kids...it was summertime and we were up at the country house. Naomi had this great idea to sacrifice my younger sister Frani to the gods !! Of course, it was harmless...but we put Frani in tribal
dress...and danced around her ...we laughed and our parents thought we were a little crazy..perhaps we were, but we laughed and laughed..
Love,
Cousin Renee
Cathy Harris
December 31, 2010
My deep condolences to Naomi's family. Even though it's been many years since I saw Naomi (I attended elementary school with Melissa many years ago), I always enjoyed reading about Naomi's tireless work helping the beautiful children of this world.
December 31, 2010
To Tillie Segal and all of Naomi's Family and Friends,
Our very deepest sympathy to all of you.
Carole Hyams and Family, California
Carol Forest and Family, Dorval, Quebec
Gord Kinahan
December 31, 2010
My sympathies to Naomi's family in Canada. She was a rare person who lived her life in complete accordance with her values. I am saddened by her passing but feel most fortunate to have crossed her path.
She truly lived a selfless and worthy life.
Debbie Segal-Williamson
December 31, 2010
I feel so blessed to have had a chance to meet and spend time with my "new" cousin Naomi that I never even knew existed before this year. She was a truly special lady with a huge heart and and even bigger sense of humor. The world will miss her.
Anna & Irwin Segal
December 31, 2010
We had the pleasure of meeting with Naomi last February in Guatemala. She was truly a great lady who lived her life for the children of the world.
The world has lost a remarkable woman.
Our symapathies to the family.
Irwin and Anna Segal (Dallas)
Shari Fagen
December 31, 2010
Dear Bronstein family,
we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Shari Fagen & family
Lisa Segal
December 31, 2010
It's with great sadness that I write this note, my sympathies go out to all of Naomi's children and my cousins. I'm so glad to have gotten a chance to get to know Naomi, and speak with her on occasion. What a wonderful human being she was.
Sheila Bruman
December 30, 2010
It is so sad that this fine lady passed in her prime. With her special skills, talents and compassion, she could have done so much more for so many. A huge loss. A great role model. Condolences to all who knew and loved her.
Her biography should be written as an instruction in empathy and to raise funds as she would have desired.
An admirer,
Adrienne Kay
December 30, 2010
Dear Bronstein family,
Naomi brought me to Canada in April 1975. I had the pleasure of meeting her in 1998 where she met my son whom she said looked just like me when she brought me to my adoptive parents 23 years ago.
May the memories of Naomi warm your heart forever.
She is a hero, my hero, everyone's hero.
Adrienne M. Kay
Lake Atitlan Summer 2006
Gord Kinahan
December 30, 2010
Honoured for opening a school Summer 2006
Gord Kinahan
December 30, 2010
Visiting a proposed school sight Summer 2009
Gord Kinahan
December 30, 2010
Gord Kinahan
December 30, 2010
On the medical bus summer 2009
Gord Kinahan
December 30, 2010
Elizabeth Le Ber
December 30, 2010
Naomi, you were beautiful both inside and out. We'll not forget your phenomenal selflessness.
On her bus in Guatemala
Gord Kinahan
December 30, 2010
Jacqueline Miron
December 30, 2010
MeeHee and I wish to offer our sincere condolences to Naomi's familly.Shalom.Jackie
Howard Barza
December 30, 2010
It was with profound sadness that I learned of Naomi's passing this morning. I extend my sincerest sympathies to the Bronstein family. My life was enriched for having had the privilege of befriending this extraordinary woman and humanitarian
Howard Barza (Montreal West)
Robin Pokrass
December 30, 2010
Dear Miki, Richard, Tamara, Jake, Liam & Kaylie,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family on the loss of your beloved mother, mother-in-law and grandmother. She was a very special lady and I hope you can find peace in remembering all the wonderful children she helped!
Lillian Jackman
December 30, 2010
My Deepest Sympathy
To: The Bronstein Family
No Bond in Closer Union Knits to Human Hearts than Fellowship in Grief. While loss takes the Cherished Face of those we Love so far away, Each Day they Return on the Soft Breeze of Reminiscence to Warm us Again and Again.
Naomi is away but our Memories Remain Forever as Keepsakes in Our Hearts.
My name is Lillian Jackman, Naomi and I were Classmates at Montreal High. I am Very Very Proud of all her Humanitarian Contributions, I am very proud to have known you. Congratulations!!!
Love From a Friend
Lillian Jackman
Elana Goldstein
December 30, 2010
Dear Miki, Richard and the entire Bronstein Family,
We extend our deepest sympathies to you all for the untimely loss of your mother. She was a remarkable woman with a huge heart who loved you all dearly. You are In our thoughts and prayers and wish that we could be with you at this difficult time.
Elana, Stephen and family
December 30, 2010
Dear Naomi,
Do you remember Mr. Potato-Head?
Love,
Claudia
Chiasson Rose-Marie
December 30, 2010
My thoughts are with all of Naomi's large family. I have fond memories of her passion, conviction and energy. She saw no barriers when she thought a child could benefit from the expertise of the Shriners Hospital for Children (Canada). She was a great advocate and a real humanitarian. May she rest in peace.
Rose-Marie Chiasson
Former Social Worker at the Shriners Hospital for Children
Perry Greenbaum
December 30, 2010
I never met Naomi Bronstein, but I read about her many humanitarian efforts to make the world a better place, notably for children. That makes Mrs Bronstein a wonderful person, who is indeed a Woman of Valor.
Her memory lives on in her work. May her family be spared further sorrow.
Chiasson Rose-Marie
December 30, 2010
My thoughts are with with all of Naomi's large family. Having worked with this great lady many years ago as I was a social worker at the Shriners Hospital for Children,I remember fondly and with a smile that she saw no barriers or time when she felt that a child could benefit from our expertise. She had conviction,passion and so much energy!! A real humanitarian!
Rose-Marie Chiasson (Cormier)
Moncton, New-Brunswick
Ivana King
December 30, 2010
Naomi, remembering your abounding efforts in making the world a better place. You will be missed by so very many. May you rest in peace.
Peter Alphord
December 30, 2010
I cant even begin to try and describe how many lives Naomi changed for the better. Most people say if they could change 1 persons life it would be worth it, she has changed thousands. Thank-you. To: Brian,Melissa,Andy, Benjamin,Tam-Liam,Tran, Shanin, Dov, Miki, Pilar and Heidi. Your mother admired, respected, cherished and most of all love you all so much.
Noa and Aliya Henderson
December 30, 2010
Mama Omi, an amazing grandmother and will always be there in our hearts. Fond memory: when she dressed up as a waitress for my great grandmother's 90th birthday. She continuously tried to pour water into her glass and my great grandmother was getting annoyed. It was quite a while until she realized that it was her daughter who had just flown in from Guatamala to wish her a happy birthday.
Hands of Hope for Children's visit in July 2009.
Nicole Gaudet
December 30, 2010
Naomi, you will be missed by the many you have helped.
Claude Ananou
December 30, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cathy Findlay
December 30, 2010
Dear Mikki and family ,
Our thoughts are with you at this very sad and difficult time. Take comfort in each other and the memories of your mother . with all our sympathies Cathy , Patrick and family.
Jack Fitch
December 30, 2010
The community has lost a great hero, Sincere condolences to Naom's family, friends and all those she worked so tirleesly to help for so many years.
Memories are forever and we have so many.
May you all be spared further sorrow.
Vardit Feldman
December 30, 2010
What a lady! What a human being! Even though she was only a mere few years older than I, when I was much younger it felt she was much older because of the responsibilities she took on. I remember reading about her in the newspapers when she was just starting out on her adoptions to save the children. My deepest condolences to her family to all those she had helped throughout the years.
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