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Nancy Savage posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
I had the pleasure of working with Anne at St. Joseph’s and she was just a lovely, caring and compassionate woman. She truly loved her family and always enjoyed sharing family stories. Please accept my condolences.
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Larry Walton posted a condolence
Sunday, December 3, 2023
Tim and Family, my condolences to all of you during this difficult time.
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Margaret posted a condolence
Saturday, December 2, 2023
Dear Dr. Desmond and Family
So very sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. My deepest sympathy for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Margaret (McDevitt) Boyle
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Judy Coulton posted a condolence
Saturday, December 2, 2023
What a wonderful mother you had.....the elevator doors would open at St. Joe's 6th floor & out would come Anne to see if we needed anything & checking on our very ill patients. Thoughts & prayers to all of you on this big loss.
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Marion Schreyer posted a condolence
Friday, December 1, 2023
Anne was my bridesmaid in Toronto in 1954. We met in a nursing class. She was a good friend. Marion Schreyer.
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Pat & Kevin Riley posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Heartfelt prayers are being said for Anne's family as she enters into the eternal joy of our Lord.
May strong arms hold you,
caring hearts tend you,
and may love await you at every step.
May the Blessings of Each Day
Be the Blessings you need most
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Karen Scovil posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Pat, Martha and family
My sincere sympathies to you on the loss of your mother.
Karen Scovil
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Lee Whelly posted a condolence
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Anne was an amazing person. She was always so gentle of spirit. I loved it that I would run into her and her sister at my parish in Ottawa at the odd daily mass. She will most surely be on the fast track to heaven!!! My sincere condolences to Tim, Anne Marie, Pat, Maureen, Ellen, John, spouses, and families.
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Peggy and Paul Carvell posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
So sorry for the loss of your Mom. Our prayers and thoughts will be with all of you.
Peggy and Paul Carvell
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Cheryl Campbell posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Please accept my deepest condolences in the loss of our dear, sweet, Mrs.Desmond. No matter what was going on in a busy Emergency Department we could always count on our Night Supervisor to come downstairs quickly and lend a professional hand and spread a sense of calmness. We were so blessed to have her as a mentor. St Joseph’s was extremely lucky to have been honoured with her presence
May your family hold her teachings and love in your hearts forever. I am so sorry for your loss.
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Charlie and Marge Nelson posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
To the Desmond family so very sorry for loss of your beautiful Mother and Grandmother our thoughts and prayers are with you all . Charlie and Marge Nelson
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Laura Hughes posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
To Anne Marie and the Desmond family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at the loss of your Mom, remembering her as gentle, caring and professional nursing supervisor at St, Joseph’s Hospital. My condolences to all Anne’s family. Sincerely,
Laura Hughes,scic
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James Stephenson posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Very sorry to hear of Mrs Desmond’s death. As I told her last time we met , she got me through many scary nights when I was a young Doc at St Joes in the 80’s. She was truly professional and truly kind
I appreciated her so much and I think she knew it ❤️
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Kevin McCarthy posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
John , sending my condolences to you and your family on the loss of your dear mother.
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Mary Sullivan posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Dear AnneMarie and Family ... Wishing you the comfort of memories as you celebrate your Moms life. She truly was a special lady, always willing to help find a solution, always kind, respectful and supportive.
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Barry Harbinson posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Dear Maureen and John
Our condolences on the passing of your mother. Hopefully the many cherished memories you have will sustain you now and, in the days, and years to come.
All the best.
Barry and Donna Harbinson
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Bill, Barbara and Shawn Ralph posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
John and family we are so sorry for your loss.
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Ernie Ring posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Pat: Sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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Andrea & Mark Lowney posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Mark and I send our sincere, heartfelt condolences of the passing of your beloved Mom. She certainly was a lovely lady and nurse. We both worked many years with her at St Jos. What a life you have to celebrate! Hugs ❤️
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Dawn Howe posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Anne Marie and family ,
My condolences to you all..
I worked with Mrs Desmond when she was the night supervisor.
Always so kind and helpful to me as a new nurse on the surgery floor when I needed advice on night shift.
Dawn Howe
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Rachel Flewelling Vaughan and George Vaughan posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Maureen and family
We were so sorry to hear the news about your mom. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers especially in the next few days for visitation and funeral and the weeks ahead. Thinking of all of you.
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Joanne Tynski posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Anne Marie and all the family ;
Sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. I fondly remember your mom back when I was a brand new nurse at St Joe’s and your mom was night supervisor. Always Mrs Desmond to us; always so caring and professional. She was highly respected.
John ; my husband Bruce Barber sends his deepest sympathy as well.
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Marg Taylor posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Maureen & family; So sorry to read of your Mom’s passing. Please accept my condolences for your loss. May treasured memories help ease your pain at this difficult time. Hugs…
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Mary-Jo Mallette posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Timmy, Anne Marie, Pat, Maureen, Ellen and John and Family,
Our deepest condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time. We certainly will miss her as our neighbour and friend. She was a beautiful Wife, Mother and Grand Mother and will be missed by all.
Love Mary-Jo and Joe xoxo
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Rhonda posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Dear Anne Marie: I pray for your pain of loss and will hold you atop my prayer list, as you walk through the early days of transitioning. May God be with you all the way. I see you in your Mother's grace. God bless you and your family.
Rhonda Locsin
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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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Kevin and Alice McCarville posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Kevin and I extend our deepest condolences on your mothers passing. May all the great memories help you in this very difficult time. God bless!!
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joe&bonney HOSFORD posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
CONDOLENCES TO THE DESMOND FAMILY ALL ONE OF THE NICEST LADIES EVER MET ANNE & VINNIE HAD SOME GREAT TIMES FIXING THE HEAT& PLUMBING ISSUES GOD BLESS
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Elizabeth Curran posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
So sorry about Anne’s passing. She was such a gracious and lovely person, always willing to do for others. I will have a mass said for the repose of her soul at my Parish in Halifax. I’m sorry I won’t be able to make the funeral mass as I’m travelling right now.
Elizabeth (Whelly) Curran
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Donna and Johnny Belding posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Dear Pat, Martha, Maureen, Ellen and all of the Desmond Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved mother.
You are all in our thoughts and our prayers as you go through this most difficult loss. Our Mothers are such a blessing!
Lots of Love and Prayers,
Donna and Johnny Belding
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Donna & David Ryan posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the Desmond family at this sad time. Our paths with Anne have passed many times through church, family, neighborhood events and she was always pleasant , friendly and willing to extend a helping hand to whoever needed it and always with a smile. God Bless.
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Wendy Maxwell posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Dear Family,
Sending condolences to all. I worked with Anne for many years at St Joseph's. She was always a pleasure to be around- always compassionate, kind and a comfort to both patients and sttaff. Praying good memories will comfort you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Wendy Maxwell
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Jackie Belyea posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Sincere condolences to all of the Desmond family on the passing of your mother. She was night supervisor for many years at St Joseph's when I worked there. Always a dedicated, caring nurse and a lovely lady. RIP Mrs Desmond
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Sonya Mahnic posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Ellen and family,
Deepest condolences on the loss of your mum. Thinking of you
Sonya Mahnic
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Julia Williston posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Please accept our condolences at this difficult time. We will remember dear Anne as an incredible woman who loved and cared for her family, her friends, and her community always with kindness and a loving heart.. RIP a lady of great Faith & Grace.
Love Julia Williston & family
Love Fran & Pete Cormier
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Colleen Knudson posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
So sorry to hear of your Mother’s death. I knew her as a great nurse and of being a st. Joseph’s grad. Later I met Anne Marie and Ellen. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Colleen
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Marg Tracy posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Dear Ellen
To the Desmond Family, Extended Family, and Griends
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your Mother. May looking back in memory help to comfort you during this time. I'm certain there are so many stories cherished memories, laughter and love about a wonderful mother and a life well lived.
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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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So sorry for loss to all the Desmond family. She was an outstanding individual and friend. I will think of her often and hold wonderful memories of this beautiful lady. She is fondly remembered always. RIP Anne and now with God’s Angels.
Love Julia Williston & family
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Michelle Carroll posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Ellen and family,
So sorry to hear of your mums passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Michelle Dubee Carroll
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Joan Murphy posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
My deepest condolences to John and the entire Desmond family.
Joan Murphy
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Eleanor Crowley posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Very sorry for your loss. Will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
The Crowley Family
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Linda Naves posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Pat, Martha and family. My heartfelt condolences on your Mom’s,, mother-in-law and grandmother’s passing Thinking of you and praying for you.
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Pam Morton posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
To Dr Desmond & Family
So sorry for the loss of such an amazing mom whom I never met but reading her beautifully written obituary says it all . Amazing lady . Wonderful memories warm your heart forever .
Pam Morton
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Pauline Lynch posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Dr. Desmond and Maureen and family…
Deepest Sympathy on the death of your Mother and Grandmother! Mrs. Desmond was a dedicated staff member at St. Joseph’s Hospital, where she worked as a Supervisor, and Patricia and I were staff nurses! It was always reassuring and a pleasure to see her! Thoughts and Prayers are with you, at this most difficult time! God Bless her and all the family. So sad to lose a Mother!
Pauline Lynch & Patricia and Paul Broemeling…
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Patti Northrup posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
To Anne Marie and family.I send sincere condolence on the loss of your mother.She sounds like a wonderful person.My prayers are with you all.May she Rest In Peace.
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Monday, November 27, 2023
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Pat, Maureen, Ellen and to all of Anne’s “treasures”: please accept our condolences. Your Mom accompanied me several times for weddings at St. Joseph ‘s. She was indeed a fine lady in every respect and a faithful parishioner and valued member of St. Joseph’s music ministry over the years. We are so sorry for your loss.
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Kathy Keith posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
Deepest Condolences to the family. I am sadden by this news. She was a wonderful nurse at St joe's where I worked with her.
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Mary Ann Ketchum posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
Dear Family,
Don and I are so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. She is a huge loss to you all. We have you in our thoughts and prayers. There would have been a huge celebration when she arrived in Heaven.
Mary Ann and Don Ketchum
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Janice Oram posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
Annmarie so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Worked with her for a short period at St Joes. Such a lovely and graceful lady. Thinking of you all . Janice Oram
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Dave Ryan posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
Condolences to the family and close friends. Your mom and dad raised an amazing family. You all contribute greatly to our community. Be proud of yourselves and your mom. Cherish the happy memories.
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Mike & Maureen Keenan posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
To all of the Desmond families
We are so sorry for your huge loss. Ann was a guiding light for all of us who struggle to fulfill our Christian obligations each & every day . We know that as heaven's gates opened to receive her she was told "well done good & faithful servant .God bless Ann & all of her family .
Mike & Maureen Keenan
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Joanie Marks posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
Dear Pat, Martha, Maureen:& family my sincere condolence on the death of our Mother. She was such a beautiful lady with open heart to everyone and that beautiful smile of hers would light up your heart. May all the great memories you have of her console you during this time and in the future. You now have earned your eternal reward , well done good and faithful servant. Be assure of my prayers and I am making a donation to Divine Mercy Catholic School in her memory . Love & Prayers Joanie
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Pat Loughery posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
Maureen and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. I am in Yellowknife and will not be able to attend your mom’s funeral Mass but she will be in my prayers.
Pat Loughery
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Robert and Lorna Miller posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
The Desmond family: So sorry to hear the passing of your mother, grandmother Anne.
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Joan and Tony Boyce posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
A beautiful lady your Mom was indeed. One of our Mom’s best friends. They passed only a couple of weeks apart. Two beautiful friends reunited. We will all miss them dearly. May they rest in peace.
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Gary and Catherine Keating posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
Our sincere condolences during this most difficult. Mrs. Desmond and the Desmond family are in our thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Desmond was a beautiful wife, mother and grandmother and she will certainly be missed in our Lakewood neighbourhood.
Blessings,
Gary and Catherine Keating
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Kathy posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your mother. My sincere condolences to you all.
Kathy Prosser
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Sandra Fillmore posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
0DearFamily.We are so sorry on the loss of your mom.We will keep you all in are thought and prayers theOleary familyv
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Sheila Fitzpatrick posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
To the Desmond family,
John joins me in offering our condolences on the loss of your blessed mother. I worked with Mrs. Desmond at St Joseph’s hospital. As a nurse, she set a fine example for the new graduates and offered sage advice to all.
May your wonderful memories comfort you in the days ahead.
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Marilyn Leland Bennett uploaded photo(s)
Monday, November 27, 2023
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At times like this, it’s hard to find
the words that best convey
The many thoughts of sympathy
our hearts would like to say,
But may it somehow help to know
that though our words are few,
We are thinking of you now
and prayers are being said for you.
Marilyn (Leland) & Billy Bennett - Saint George/Baxters Corner, NB
Spoke to Anne in March when I saw her at Mass at the Cathedral. She will be missed by us all. God Bless her dear family and friends.
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Angela Cormier posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
I remember singing in the church choir at St. Joseph’s for many years and Anne was the pianist. A warm and beautiful soul. My condolences to the Desmond family.
Angela (Nielsen) Cormier
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Jack Nielsen posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
A remarkable lady that I was privileged to call Friend. My sympathies to the entire Desmond and Corkery Families.
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Lynn Lawson posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
Ellen and John such a beautiful tribute to your mother. I knew her as a nurse and a neighbour and have known you more than your siblings. She gives the word Mother a brand new meaning. She is resting with the angels after a life of giving and receiving; comfort, care, community and faith; and the love of family. Bless you and please give my condolences to your family. Lynn
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Catherine Curwin posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to Tim, Ann Marie, Pat, Maureen, Ellen and John. Ann was a beautiful soul who gave so much of herself to her family and community. She will be sadly missed by all. God bless. May she rest in eternal peace.
Tom and Catherine Curwin
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Cooper Equipment Rentals posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
Tim & Family
We are so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family at this most difficult time
Management & Staff of Cooper Equipment Rentals
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Brian T. Kelly posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
Dear Tim, Anne Marie, Pat, Maureen, Ellen and John.
Your mother was an exemplary woman of faith, mother and professional whose character was a model for each of you and her grandchildren. She will be greatly missed. In our prayers. Blessings, Michele and Brian T, Kelly
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jonathan cann posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2023
Anne will forever remain in our family's hearts as the ultimate piety of the family tree. Always present and always available. She will be missed! Our deepest sympathy during this journey. Jonathan, Debbie, Nathan, Matthew and Liam Cann xoxoxoxo
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Monday, November 27, 2023
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