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Friday
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October
Funeral Service
10:00 am
Friday, October 1, 2021
Brenan's Paradise Row Funeral Home Chapel
111 Paradise Row
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
(506) 634-7424
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Helen Bateman posted a condolence
Sunday, April 10, 2022
To the family of Avis,
I met Avis through her SIster Sharron and she welcomed me with open arms. I am so sad to read of her passing. My prayers go out to you all.
May she RIP.
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Jennifer Holmes Robichaud posted a condolence
Saturday, October 2, 2021
My deepest sympathy to Gordie and the girls. I shared an office with Avis at St. Joseph's for 5 years, we took our breaks together, I spent more time with her than my family. We had so many laughs, I loved her and will cherish our memories. I didn't know she was gone until this morning or Darren and I would have been to her service to celebrate her lovely soul. We will remember her often and fondly.
Jennifer (Holmes) and Darren Robichaud
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Sheri Dickinson posted a condolence
Saturday, October 2, 2021
I would like to send my condolences to Avis’s family. I worked with Avis at St. Joseph’s Hospital for about a year (2004). She was the sweetest, kindest lady and I will never forget her smile and gentle soul. Thoughts and prayers to her family and friends. Xo Sheri Dickinson
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Joanne Jamer posted a condolence
Friday, October 1, 2021
Gordie and girls, I am so very sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of our vacations together! Avis was such fun. Love and hugs to you all
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Joan (Arseneau) Marks posted a condolence
Friday, October 1, 2021
Dear Gord, so very sorry to hear of Avis death, she was such a sweetheart. May all the great memories you have of her console you during this time. Be assured of my prayer for all the family.
Joanie (Arseneau) Marks
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Beverley Sullivan posted a condolence
Friday, October 1, 2021
Gordie, with heartfelt condolences to you and your family, I pray God will comfort you in this difficult time. Avis was lovely and loved!
Bev Sullivan
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Beth posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Uncle Gord, Cousins Kathy, Kelly, and Andrea; and Aunt Sharron - my heart aches for your great and sudden loss. Aunt Avis was a lovely lady, always so kind and gentle in all that she said and did. Many of my memories of Aunt Avis involve her sharing prideful stories of her beautiful daughters, her adoring sisters and her loving husband. Her family meant the world to her. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I hope you find comfort in your many cherished memories.
Love, Beth Keyes & Family .
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Greg Keyes posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
We were shocked and very saddened to hear of the passing of my aunt Avis. She was the one of the nicest people I knew, and I always enjoyed spending time with her, Gordie and family when we would visit. Our condolences go out to uncle Gordie and Andrea, Kelly and Kathy for the loss of aunt Avis, and may her memory be a blessing to you.
Greg, Kathryn, Anna and Brian Keyes
Baltimore, MD
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Heather Mabey posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Dear Gordie, we were shocked to hear of the passing of your beautiful Avis. Had so much fun together as neighbours at Chapel Hill.
I remember how you both loved living on the west side but I reassured you that you would learn to love the valley. Avis was quite a lady and will be missed by so many. Thankful she and I had alittle visit couple months ago and with this darn covid prevented us from.having more times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your beautiful girls. Heather n Bob
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Kim Shaw posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Gord and Family;
I got to know Avis and Gord while in the role of Foundation Director at Kings Way Care Centre. My heart goes out to all of you at this sad time. Avis was always smiling and in good spirits when she came to visit Gord.
Kim Shaw
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Fraser and Gerry West, Halifax, N.S. posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Gord and Family,
So sorry to hear of Avis’s passing. She was a kind caring wife, mother, and a friend indeed. Many fond memories of
our numerous outings and gatherings in the West side in the 1970’s. Our sincere condolences. Love and prayers.
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Judith Hudson Galbraith posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Dear Carol and Sharron and families, Extending sincere condolences in the passing of your sister, Avis. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Judith Hudson Galbraith
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Cindy Schousboe posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
We were so sorry to learn of Avis's passing. Avis and Gordie were our good neighbours for years at Mahogany Island Crt., west, Saint John. We have great memories of time spent with them both in our court. Our children remember them well. Sending our deepest sympathies and thinking of you all. Rest easy Avis ♡
Cindy & John Schousboe
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Ellen Marginson posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Dearest Sharron & Carol,
Our Sincerest Condolences for the loss of your Avis. We were saddened to hear of her sudden passing. The last time I spoke to Avis was at Sobeys and we talked about meeting for dinner but never did.
I have many happy memories of visits to Park St., Ext and spending time with her and family.
Avis was truly a very kind and wonderful person. Always smiling, she will be missed.
Take care,
Ellen (Jones) Marginson & Family
Earl, Anne Jones & Family
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Peggy Nickerson Giggey posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Gord and Family. My sincerest condolences on the death of your dear Wife. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Willa Steeves posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
My deepest sympathies to Gord and his family.
Willa Steeves
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Sandy Spear posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
I had the honor of meeting Avis recently and was so so saddened to hear of her passing. My deepest sympathies to Gord and his family.
Sandy Spear RNBN
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Marsha thorne posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Carol and Sharron,
I'm so sad to hear of Avis's passing. I used to wait on you sisters and your Mom at Pizza Delight many moons ago and think of you all often. Please accept my heartfelt condolences to you and your families.
Marsha Thorne
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David Keyes and family posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
Our family was deeply saddened to hear of Avis’s passing. She was a dear aunt that I lovingly embraced my entire life and have an abundance of very fond memories of her and uncle Gord growing up. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Gord and cousins Andrea, Kelly and Kathy, as well as my dear aunt Sharon and always my mother Carol during this very difficult time. I wish we were only closer to be able to offer more personal support to these dear family members. Avis was one of the kindest and gentlest souls one could ever have encountered, and only enriched those that had the pleasure to have met her. She will be sorrily missed by so many and has left us far too early.
David, Jennifer, Avery and Evan Keyes in Ontario and daughter Kerstyn in NB
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Judith Owens posted a condolence
Thursday, September 30, 2021
I was so saddened to hear about dear Avis. She and I were great friends in high school and chummed together during those yrs. The last time I ran into her was at Costco with her sister Carol, we had a great chat. I'm sure she will be missed by many. My heart was broken to hear of her passing. Thinking of Gord and family at this time...she will certainly be missed, such a gentle, sweet and caring soul.... Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, Judy & Willie Owens.
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Gary & Wendy Cornfield posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Gord & Family , sorry to hear of Avis's passing. Lots of fond memories from Westgate Park.
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Mary Ann Ketchum posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Gord and family,
Don and I are so sorry to hear of Avis’ passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. You will miss her.
Sincerely,
Don and Mary Ann
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Theresa and Gary MacAllister posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
We are broken hearted to read of Avis's passing....; We haven't seen her for many years; but have some great memories of us all being together when you girls were younger...; we send our love, thoughts and prayers to you all; hold tight to the wonderful memories you have. of her.
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Theresa & Jim Stoddart posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Dear Gord, Pam and Family,
We send our deepest condolences on the loss of Avis. Always with a genuine smile she was a gentle lady. We send our love and prayers during this most sorrowful time as you remember with fondness and love your wife, mother, grandmother and cherished friend and family member.
Blessings,
Theresa & Jim
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Deb Powell posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
It is with great sadness that We send our condolences to you all.
May you find peace and comfort in the memories.
God Bless
Deb & Bob Powell
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Jill posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
I’m so sorry for your loss, Kelly, Duane, Andy, Millie and Family. She will be forever missed. Love, Jill, Ryan, Taylor and Emily.
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Wanda Sabean posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
My condolences to her family. I worked for a short time with Avis. She was a lovely person with the best smile.
Wanda Sabean
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Bonnie Byers posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
To Gord and family, so sorry to hear of Avis passing. My condolences to you all. Avis was a beautiful and loving person.
Bonnie Byers
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Kelly Mckinnon posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
I’m so sorry Andrea and family xoxoxox
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Wednesday, September 29, 2021
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