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Peter Philion posted a condolence
Monday, June 4, 2012
I was wodering what to say up here. Everybody who knows me knows I talk all the time. Usually I have countless stories; but what do I say this time?
Well, when we saw Mom last Saturday, we told her we love her and then we started crying. Mom told us to stop crying; she wanted us to be happy. So that's what I'll talk about... she wants us to be happy. So I have a few stories to tell that will make everyone laugh and smile.
First of all, mom didn't have a high school diploma when we were kids. She didn't drive either. She worked hard to get her diploma; she went back to school while raising four kids and running a house.
She got her diploma and not only that; we all know somebody who's a real pain in the butt... Mom got a job for herself and also for that whiney person. I can tell you that personally, I wouldn't have done it.
Mom also worked hard to get her driver's license. I was in grade 4 when she got it. So a few years later, when we moved to Granby; we had to move two cars and somebody had to ride with Mom. I said, "I'll do it." Of course, I took advantage of that; I got a big bag of candies and some drinks.
Mom also taught herself to be a very good cook. When we were kids, she hadn't really cooked that much; but she was always reading cookbooks and trying out new recipes. She really liked to make desserts; trust me, I have a sweet tooth... big time. Joanne started making desserts, too. She makes this really good dessert with chocolate pudding, graham crackers and cream. It's delicious!
She rescued Denis the time he wanted to make money selling popcorn. At first, kids came over, then kids were coming over with their parents. Next thing you know, he was in over his head and cars were lined up on our street. Mom grabbed a couple of pots and started popping kernels to get everybody served to get him out of trouble.
But Mom's favourite story; the one she loved to tell was when we lived in an apartment building in Montreal. I was 5 and John was 4. I guess we used to make a lot of noise, because the people who lived downstairs would bang a broom on our floor (their ceiling) when they felt we were noisy.
So one time, my Aunt Ghislaine and my cousin Francine came over for a visit... all of us kids got some sand from the sandbox to bring upstairs to play on the balcony. Mom told us not to make a mess because she didn't want any trouble with the neighbors. We did say we'd clean up. So when we were done playing, we swept the sand off the balcony, right onto the neighbor's clothes... still drying on the clothesline.
Well, the neighbors were out, so Mom rushed downstairs to take the clothes off the line and wash them before the neighbors got home. She kept running to the machine hoping it would finish before they got back. So when the machine stopped, she rushed to take everything out and hang them on the line. Later, the neighbors got back home and couldn't figure out why their clothes were still wet!
What I really want to say to everybody here is how great it is to have a mother who always got us out of trouble. When Gilles first met us... all of us... he told Mom, "Your children are very well raised."
Mom: Your patience, love and understanding are what made us what we are today. Thank You Mom. We love you.
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Clarissa Philion (Grandaughter of Therese) posted a condolence
Monday, June 4, 2012
'Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us everyday, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loves, still missed and very dear' -anonymous. Here I am today to talk about a very special woman. She was a wife, a sister, a friend, a mother and a grandmother. At first, I was apprehensive about coming up here today because I knew it would be painful, but I realized that it would be the last speech I would do for my grandma. Over the years, grandma would listen to my brother and I say our speeches over the phone. Today, I am sure she's here today listening to it. I know that grandma would want me to come up here today with confidence and speak as ease so everyone feels as comfortable as they can during a time like this. A eulogy shouldn't be something we mourn, but something we celebrate. We should be celebrating the life she spent on earth and the memories we shared with her. I've always thought of grandma as a strong person. She managed to raise four children who then went on to becoming parents. Thank you, grandma,for giving my cousins and I wonderful parents. As a young kid, I remember watching grandma out on makeup with fascination. Now, I wish I had the chance to tell her what a beautiful woman she is; with or without makeup, with or without hair. Every year, grandma and uncle Gilles would send my brother and I a birthday and Christmas card. And as I have gotten older I realize we shouldn't take anything for granted. Even if it's a card, it's the meaning behind the card that count. It's one of the many things that I'm going to miss very much. 'Grandma, you're gone yet not forgotten, Although, we are apart, Your spirit lives within us, forever in our hearts.' -anonymous. On behalf of all my cousins; Jason, Sean, Christelle, Bryce,Josh, Kevin, my brother Seth and myself, we love you, grandma.
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bernadette gingras posted a condolence
Monday, June 4, 2012
rest in peace therese ,know her since 1947 ,miss you ,you always be in my heart
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Linda & Bruce Bourne posted a condolence
Monday, June 4, 2012
Peter Cynthia & all your family Sorry to hear about your Mom our deepest sympathay goes out to each of you she ls gonna be deeply missed. Your Friends Linda & Bruce Bourne
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Frères et soeurs de Gilles Catudal lit a candle
Sunday, June 3, 2012
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Nous sommes privilégiés de t'avoir connue et t'avons aimée tendrement ma belle Thérèse.
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Ginette Couillard lit a candle
Thursday, May 31, 2012
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Au revoir Thérèse, veille bien sur Jason et sur tous tes enfants et petits enfants. Je demande au bon dieu de t'acceuillir dans son royaume, vas rejoindre ma douce Cécile.
Mes sympathies et pensées de réconfort à la famille. Bon courage Gilles tu as été un époux merveilleux pour elle. Je partage votre chagrin. Ginette xxx
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Brad Niemand posted a condolence
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Denis and family, On behalf of your friends and colleagues in Toronto, please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss, our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Best regards
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The Monic & Ted Castonguay family lit a candle
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
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Hope this candle will help her family and husbend Gilles
honoring the life of Therese.
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Cara & Todd Scott & family posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Cara & Todd Scott & family made a donation to
Denis & Nancy, Josh & Kevin, Your mom, Therese and grandmother knew how much you loved her and that is the greatest gift you could have given her in life. May you find solace in the beautiful blessing of the memories that you shared with her. Love Cara, Todd & family
