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Rosemary CORFIELD
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Rosemary CORFIELD Obituary
June 8, 1948 - October 7, 2012
Rosemary danced into the light to the beat of her own drum at the age of 64. Loving mother of Nicholas and Virginia, beloved cousin of Irene Wanless, and John and Jim Lang. Predeceased by her husband, Samir Haddad and parents, Norman and Virginia. Rosemary was born and raised in British Columbia. She will be deeply missed by her many dear friends and family and by all those whose lives she touched with her joy and love. Rosemary lived her life to the fullest and in the face of the increasing limitations of her illness, adapted and continued to live every day with resilience, courage and passion. She loved planning and hosting gatherings - including her own celebration of life just a few weeks ago. She was a dancer, a musician, an artist, a lover of languages, entrepreneur, a friend and, above all, a devoted mother. Rosemary was an inspirational figure in many groups, including the Ottawa Middle Eastern Dance Association, the Ukulele Ladies, the Belly dance and Arabic drumming communities, the Just for Women group. Everything she did, she did with her all.
Her unbreakable spirit and love of life will live on in the hearts and lives of all who loved her. She leaves us with these words from Osho: "To be creative means to be in love with life. You can be creative only if you love life enough that you want to enhance its beauty, bring a little more music to it, a little more poetry to it, a little more dance to it."
Many thanks to all our family and friends, and especially cousin, Irene, dear friend, Noralee Goodwin and the staff and volunteers of the Hospice at May Court for their loving care during the past few months. A funeral service will be held at Captial Memorial Chapel & Visitation Centre, 3700 Prince of Wales Dr, 613-692-1211 on Friday, October 12, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Capital Memorial Gardens. In memoriam donations can be made to the Hospice at May Court, 114 Cameron Avenue, Ottawa, ON.
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Nora-Lee Goodwin
October 6, 2013
Dearest Rosemary..Although almost one year has passed since you left this life, I feel your lovely presence often and you remain in my thoughts and heart forever and always share a birthday with you... I will catch up with you later..love Nora-lee
Judith Theodosakis
March 30, 2013
Rosemary and I danced together and she was superb as a dancer and such a warm ,generous and intelligent woman. I loved the visit she made with young Virginia and Nicholas and Sam to White Rock one summer when Imfaced cancer. I am sorry I lost touch with Rosemary in recent years. I only just found out, and I wish her children and family strength.
Dionne Caldwell
October 17, 2012
Pleae accept my belated condolence in the loss of your mother. As you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. I was shocked and very sorry to hear of Rosemary's passing. I had the opportunity and pleasure of dealing with your mother over the sale of a residence in the not too distant past and remember her with respect and kind thoughts.
Renate Manthei
October 17, 2012
I met Rosemary as a doumbec teacher at Womyn's Drum camp only in 2011 and she inspired me with her skill, her virtuosity, love of learning and sharing that knowledge. I send my empathy to the family for their loss and keenly mourn, with others, tthe loss to the drum and arts community that her passing represents. With sadness,
Renate Manthei
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Marie-Odile Junker
October 16, 2012
Rosemary was a sparkle of Joy that crossed my path. I feel so blessed to have met her and heard her drum...
October 16, 2012
Dear Nicky and Virginia,
We are so sorry. Rosemary (and you) were such wonderful friends and neighbours for so many years - so many good memories. If there is ever anything we can do for you, just let us know,
Mary and Blair
Madonna Limoges
October 15, 2012
She taught my mother and I an Arabic drumming course at the Ontario Womyn's Drum Camp and was such a light. So full of life and inspiring, sweet as can be with an infectious smile. Though I met her only once, sad to hear such a gorgeous shinning star die young. I will enjoy carrying the beautiful hours shared with such a kind sweet soul. My condolences to her friends and family. Blessed be.
Arlene and Kevin Wilson
October 12, 2012
Nick, you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
October 11, 2012
rose was an inspiration right to the very end she will never be forgotten in our hearts-cousin jim
October 11, 2012
"I extend my deepest sympathies at the loss of your beloved mother".
Andrew Hewat
Monique Renaud
October 11, 2012
I am very sad to hear of your mom's passing. My deepest sympathies to all the family. from an old friend.
October 11, 2012
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Brenda Stocker
Paul Haddad
October 10, 2012
Beloved rosemary my sister inlaw may you rest in peace . To my niece and nephew be strong in these times
carole g.
October 10, 2012
Her spirit is alive and well. She will send little tweeks of messages to her loving friends and family, that I am certain. As a volunteer at the hospice, I admired your strength, your peace, your colorful paintings, your values, and your path. I honor you, and what a gift you are to your children. Guide us all, in your footsteps to a kind and compassion way of life and a smooth transition into this new adventure ...welcoming you with open arms. We met only briefly a few times, and I am a fortunate person to have had contact with you...beautiful soul. Merci.
Carole G.
Tracey Vibert
October 10, 2012
She will be long remembered for her spunky style. Deepest sympathies to all of her family.
October 10, 2012
Dear Gin ..... how sad I am to hear the news of your mom's passing. She was so much fun and will be always remembered with a smile on her face
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....Joan Garvey
October 10, 2012
Dear Nicky and Virginia,
Words cannot express the depth of loss we all feel for your mom. It's true that she was a dancer, drummer, musician, loved gatherings and more, but above all, she was completely devoted to both of you. She is in my thoughts, heart, and prayers, as are you.
All my love,
California Chris
Wanda Quinn
October 10, 2012
Nick, my sincere condolences on the passing of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Christina Merkis
October 10, 2012
To Gin, Nick, and family,
Know that you are all in my heart, my thoughts, and prayers. Your mom will be truly missed. She was so filled with life and zest.... an amazingly talented person.
Love Christina
Ivan Stos
October 10, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Julia Watson
October 10, 2012
I will miss you forever, Rosemary. My heartfelt condolences to Nicky and Virginia in this time of transition. May her memory bring you strength.
October 10, 2012
Remembering Rose with love and thinking of you . Lots of Love.. Joy Jubenvill
October 10, 2012
My lovely Rosemary...bright light....
"To travel to a friend.....a thousand miles, is as one..."
"i carry your heart with me , i am never without it .."
e.e. cummings
Love, as always Nora-lee
October 10, 2012
Dear Gin, Nicky and Lauren... Rosemary honoured me with her love and friendship for over 52 years...It was a gift to my heart to be with her at the end of her journey here. She will always be a part of me as will the three of you, the most awesome loving children she treasured above all else.
Rosemary's bright dancing spirit cannot be extinguished, it lives on..and most especially in you and those she loved so well...
Dearest Rosemary....I will love you forever...and as I told you, "I'll catch up with you later.." Until then....from my spirit to your spirit....my heart to your heart....we will never really be apart..
Go with God.....Love, Nora-Lee
October 10, 2012
On behalf of the Ottawa Support Group, Sjogren's Society of Canada, please accept our sincere sympathy on the passing of Rosemary. When she was able to attend, she was an enhusiastic and passionate contributor to our group discussions and a lovely lady.
Sincerely
Gail MacDonald
Ottawa Support Group Leader
Sue Smith
October 10, 2012
Dear Nicky and Virginia, I am so sorry for your loss. Your Mom loved you both so much. When you were just babies she loved to bite your cheeks and hold you tight to her. She was and will remain an awesome Mom and friend..She will be missed by all who knew her and loved her.
October 10, 2012
Darling Nicky and Gin:
I'm thinking of you constantly these days. We will miss our wonderful Rosemary very, very much. Sending you many hugs and kisses and much love.
Irene
Bob Donnelly
October 10, 2012
Nick and Virginia - so sorry for the loss of your Mom - Rosemary was such a lovely loving and kind lady in so many ways.
Flora Benoit
October 10, 2012
My dearest Nicky and Virginia,
A am so very sorry that you have lost your Mom. I stand beside you in your grief. Please know that Michael and I are here for you, always. I love you, dears, as I loved your Mom. My deepest sympathy, Flora.
October 10, 2012
Dearest Nicky and Virginia,
I am so, so sorry that you have lost your Mom. I stand beside you in your grief. Know that Michael and I are here for you, always. I love you dears, as I loved your Mom. With my deepest sympathy, Flora
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