On October 7, 2010 our Mom, Gramma and wife passed away peacefully surrounded by love, Mercedes, Dad, myself and Father Frank who had given her the last rites. With her strong faith and special connection with God, she was guided by angels to meet her Lord in heaven. Her spirit and on-going love will be with us long after her broken human form.
Visitation for family and friends will be held at McCall Bros. Funeral Home, Johnson and Vancouver Streets on Monday, October 11, 2010 from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm, and preceding Mass on Tuesday, October 12th commencing at 1:00pm in the church.
Mom’s funeral Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 4040 Nelthorpe Street (Saanich) Victoria, B.C. on Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at 2:00pm.
Immediately following Mass, all those attending are invited to join us for dinner at Fireside Grill, 4509 West Saanich Road, Victoria B.C. 250-479-1222
We have reserved a private room so that everyone can be together. www.firesidegrill.com
Mom is now at peace, and we will celebrate her life on October 12th here in B.C. and once again, in Brantford through a Memorial Mass upon our return.
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Our condolences to you all. It has been a very difficult time and know that you have been in our thoughts and prayers since we heard the news. It was so nice that Flo had all that time on PEI last year to spend time with family and friends.
Dear Auntie Flo:
You would have been very proud of your family as they gathered to celebrate your life and memorial mass. Your partner and navigator of 56 years, Stan, ensured all the details were looked after, and your daughter, Karen, spoke very eloquently of your life’s journey, including your recent trip from Victoria to Brantford. It was said of the latter that your presence was undeniable. We were moved to hear how your gifted granddaughter, Mercedes, held your hand and spoke to you directly, and prepared a knitted, yellow covering for your urn. Your son, Kevin, and his partner, Debbie, watched the collage of pictures that Mercedes worked so hard on the night before; 20 photo albums to work from. Your sisters, Peg and Liz , composed and recited a poem that captured their love for you. These recent memories, combined with the many stories told in your living room afterwards, will hold your family steadfast in the weeks and years ahead. We would say God’s speed, however, the host that rolled to the front of the alter during your mass, indicated to all of us present at St. Pius that you, Auntie Flo, have already passed the Pearly Gates and are enjoying life immensely — just as you did here on earth.
Our deepest sympathy goes to Stan, Kevin,Karin,Mercedes& family
The pain of not having a wife and mother around anymore can only be
tempered by our faith in GOD, knowing that FLO,our dearest friend
has gone to a better and trouble free world for eternity.
May GOD bless her soul and the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace…….
from Stan, Larry,Janis and Judy and family
Dear Karen and Family
So sorry to hear that your dear mother has passed away. I was shocked to hear her name, in church, 2 weeks ago, when praying for the deceased. Monday’s obit finally explained.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely
Mary-Anne
Karen, Stan and family. It saddened me to read of your loss but thank you Karen for letting me know. Flo will be missed by all. We must remember what a wonderful place she is in now. I am so happy that I was able to see her not long ago and had a nice chat with her. Your family was blessed to have such a loving and kind mom, wife and grandmother. She will always be watching over you.
Love to you all
Jane Weaver
Hi Stan & Kevin & Karen & Mercedes :
We are sending support and prayers from PEI, and we will focus on the happy memories,,,
Take Care
LOVE & PEACE & SHINE
Bee & Cee & Beca & Gary 🙂
Dear Stan, Karen & Mercedes
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you on this tragic and sudden loss.
Flo was a wnoderful person and will be truly missed by many people.
She is in our prayers, as are you.
Hopefully we will see you in Brantford.
Love to you all.
Anna Connors & Moe Bodnarchuk
REMEMBERING AUNTIE FLO
May our loving God be with her family.
Also her many friends.
To You Auntie Flo
Rest well, gentle woman of ours,
Rest well.
~ Ann and Jack DesRoches
Dear Karen, Mercedes and Stan,
I am so very sorry to hear of your sudden loss. May all the beautiful memories you hold close to your heart help to bring you strength and comfort at the times you need it most.
I didn’t know Flo very well but know of the loving bond and support you shared together.
Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
Thinking of you with special blessings,
Debbie