Shawna Demmers

Shawna Demmers

Shawna Demmers Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jul. 13 to Jul. 16, 2005.
DEMMERS _ Shawna Rae February 8, 1983 - July 11, 2005 Shawna, beloved daughter of John and Rae Ann Demmers, died tragically with her boyfriend, Josh Gibbings while climbing. Along with her parents, Shawna will be lovingly remembered and missed by her sisters, Trina and Corinna; grandparents Ed and Kitty Demmers and Mary Eckersley; uncles and aunts, Ed and Joyce Demmers, Curtis and Susan Kuntz, Lorne and Angela Eckersley, Gae and Alan Simmonds; as well as numerous cousins, relatives and her many close friends. Her grandfather William Eckersley predeceased her in 2004. As music was her passion, Shawna was an enthusiastic member of the Calgary Choral Society. After completing architectural technology, Shawna started her dream job at Norwalk Furniture as a Certified Interior Designer. A Service of Remembrance, conducted by Rev. Victor Kim, will be held at Grace Presbyterian Church, 1009 - 15 Avenue S.W. on Saturday, July 16 at 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Calgary Choral Society, PO Box 52065, Edmonton Trail PO, 311 - 16 Avenue N.E., Calgary, AB T2E 8K9 would be appreciated. HERITAGE FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES "Heritage Funeral Home" Telephone: 299-0100.

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July 30, 2005

Arjan and (Auntie) Yvonne Hendriks posted to the memorial.

July 25, 2005

Damon Wong posted to the memorial.

July 21, 2005

Marguerite Stark posted to the memorial.

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Arjan and (Auntie) Yvonne Hendriks

July 30, 2005

Dear John, Rae Ann, Trina and Kiki

In this difficult time you are more in our hearts than ever. Know that we're thinking of you and wishing we were there.

When we think of angels we think of Shawna. Shawna, We miss you!

'Mindhug' to you all!

Damon Wong

July 25, 2005

Shawna, I still remember the first day I met you 7yrs ago. As a long time close friend, I will miss you and will think about you all the time. John, Rae Ann, Trina & Corrina, my condolences & love go to you.

Marguerite Stark

July 21, 2005

Rae Ann and Family

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

HOPE HERALD

July 21, 2005

John,

I am sorry that you have lost your daughter. I couldn't even imagine what you are going thru. I am here for you (in Tennessee anyway) if you need anything. Love ya and you are greatly missed at work.



Love,

Hope

Corinna (Kikz) Demmers

July 20, 2005

As Shawna's baby sister.. i miss her like crazy and i only want her back but i know she loves everyone that knew her. In times like these.. it's good to find comfort in those who are with us now. Don't hold grudges and don't leave this earth on bad levels with people. Love, laugh.. live.. that's what Shawna would want.

Kerra McEwen

July 19, 2005

My condolences go out to the Demmers family. Shawna was a wonderful young lady who blessed the entire community at Grace. She will missed greatly. I am sorry I could not be there with you at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Chris Baptist & Family

July 18, 2005

My sincerest condolences to everyone on this terrible loss, I met Shawna in kindergarten and we were friends ever since, A one of a kind girl, She will be truly missed.

John and Julie d'Haene

July 18, 2005

Our deepest sympathy.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

John and Julie d'Haene.

Bill & Irene Cruickshanks

July 17, 2005

John and RaeAnn, Irene and I were very saddened to read of the untimely passing of Shawna. My visits to your home and that of Ed and Kitty always told me the Demmers were a close and caring family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bill and Irene Cruickshanks

sylvia (d'Haene)

July 17, 2005

Our deepest sympathies to all of you! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

Blair, Sylvia & family

Karen Handley

July 16, 2005

I was shocked when I heard the news, my heart goes out to all those whose life Shawna touched, even just for a moment. She was just one of those people you could go to for anything. She would make your day just by smiling.

We love you shawna, sing your heart out!

Lynnette Eder

July 16, 2005

Shawna, you have touched us all in several different ways. Someday we will meet again, but for now, you will remain in our hearts.

Larry Holtorf

July 15, 2005

Shawna... we'll meet you at the crossroads.

Marcel Carpenter

July 15, 2005

My deepest condolences on the tragic passing of two very precious souls.

Rev.Marcel Paul Carpenter

SAIT Chaplain/Faculty

Linda Stuart

July 15, 2005

Dear John,Rae Ann Trina and Corinna,



My heart goes out to all of You. You're in my thoughts and prayers.



With Deepest Sympathy.

Ken Knight

July 15, 2005

We'll always remember Shawna's warm smile and infectious enthusiasm in her many roles at the Calgary Stampede. She was one of the stars.



Deepest thoughts and prayers to Rae Ann, Trina and the entire family.

Margaret (Rozema) Billings

July 15, 2005

My deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Krista McCabe

July 15, 2005

I dont think you can tell someone everything will be alright after such a tragic loss. Please know Shawna will always be with you. She was a beautiful person here on earth and will make an even more beautiful angel in Heaven.

Daryl Richardson

July 14, 2005

My deepest condolences to her family. She well be deeply missed by everyone.

Aaltje (Aggie) Grant

July 14, 2005

I would like to extend my condolences to the whole family. Although I never met Shawna, I was childhood friends of Rae Ann and John, and have not had the opportunity of seeing for great while. I am thinking of your family in your time of need.

Donna Johnson

July 14, 2005

I will always remember you Shawna!! You were an awesome loving friend, and will be missed!

Dennis V

July 14, 2005

Shawna, you will be missed by all. Your smile lit up a room when you entered..

Karyn & Murray Richardson

July 14, 2005

Dear John, Rae-Ann, Trina & Corina,

We are so sorry to hear about Shauna and your tremendous loss. Dustyn sends his love from Japan as well. We will continue to uphold you in our prayers.

The Richardson's

Tyson Hepburn

July 14, 2005

John & RaeAnn, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Christy Slack

July 14, 2005

Rae Ann & Demmers Family:

You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Words can not express my sadness at your loss.

Lindsay Nordin

July 14, 2005

Shawna, I stand in awe of you - everything you are, your personality, your love, your friendship.... it all makes you into this incredibally beautiful person that noone could ever replace! I love you and miss you. Hope you are enjoying singing in the ULTIMATE choir now, in fact you're probably conducting it! See you again some day Shawna..... some wonderful day.

Travis Chipping

July 14, 2005

Even friends can never find the right words, assuming there are any. Shawna will be lovingly remembered forever by everyone to have been so fortunate to have known her.



My sincerest love to both her parents John and Rae Ann and to sisters Trina and Kikz.



Love always, your friend;

Amanda Vleeming

July 14, 2005

John and Rae-Ann,

i am Herb and Ann's granddaughter and i just wanted to say i'm so sorry to hear about Shawna and josh. i first met shawna and josh at cousin ed's birthday, where she did this skit for him. she made me laugh everytime i saw her. i just want u to know my family and i send our condolences, and i know what it's like to loose someone who's very close to u. i will pray for u both and josh's family as well, and i know they're in a safe place with the lord now.

Gail Long

July 14, 2005

John and Rae Ann



I can't even begin to imagine how you feel. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I know God will give you the strength to get through this and will take very good care of Shawna. She will now be a singing angel in Heaven.



My deepest sympathy.



Gail Long

Moen Inc.

Tim Dyck

July 14, 2005

miss you like crazy shawna...nothing more i can really say...

Laura Stang (Erickson)

July 14, 2005

John and RaeAnn - My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts are with you.

Jacquie Shand

July 14, 2005

Every so often you meet someone who touches you in a special way. Shawna was a talented young woman who came into the choir (Calgary Choral) like a breath of fresh air. We will miss her so much.

Daniel Breitenstein

July 14, 2005

Shawna, you will always be in our hearts and our prayers. The many lives you touched will always remember you.

Mike & Lisa wood

July 14, 2005

To John & Rae Ann

our thoughts and hearts are with you and our deepest sympathy

Howard Huss

July 14, 2005

John and Rae Ann,



Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your entire family on your loss. The entire staff at Oatey SCS is thinking of you during this difficult time

Bruce MacLeod

July 14, 2005

I am sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Frank Eder

July 14, 2005

Shawna you will always be remembered.

You still live on in our memories.

Audrey Sullivan (nee Davies)

July 14, 2005

Dear John, Rae Ann and Family;

I am thinking of you and wish you hope, in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain. Please accept My heartfelt condolences for the sudden loss of your Daughter and Sister -- Shawna.



Sincerely,

Audrey

Jeanette Wozny Darlene Scheidt

July 13, 2005

No words can express our sorrow for your tragic loss. We want the family to know our hearts go out to you at a time like this, and you are all in our thoughts.

We Care!

Jeanette & Darlene

Jason Hofer

July 13, 2005

Shawna was a classmate of mine at SAIT just this last year. She is a good hearted person, and will be missed by all who knew her.

Terry & Lorraine Ahearn

July 13, 2005

We met Shawna a few weeks ago at her place of business. We immediately liked her because of her personality and an obvious zest

for life. She even came to our home to make sure we were happy with our purchase. We offer our sincerest condolences, she will be remembered.

Leslie Shannon

July 13, 2005

My deepest sympathy to Shawna's family. I worked with Shawna at Norwalk furniture and enjoyed her vitality and curiousness about life. Shawna and Josh came to my going away party and she wished me all the best in my new venture. She had such a generous soul.

Dave McLeod

July 13, 2005

John and RaeAnn

My prayers are with you both at this time of sorrow. God bless your family.



dave

TANYA ROSSI

July 13, 2005

my heart goes out to the family of shawna.At atime like this no words can explain how i feel my deepest condolences to all the family.

Dianne Dohan

July 13, 2005

John and Rae Ann, I just wanted to offer my heart felt condolences to you and your family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dianne Dohan nee Pasveer

Rob Naylor

July 13, 2005

John & Rae-ann our deepest sympathy goes out to you and the girls..I'm very sorry for your loss..

Brandi Ricalton

July 13, 2005

Shawna you rock and we will always miss you.

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