Tribute Wall
In Memory of
Catherine Dwyer
1924 - 2021
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Jerry Mocko posted a condolence
Monday, January 25, 2021
Sorry to read of Catherine’s death. The inevitable is always difficult. One of the best obits we have read in some time, at our age,
we read them every day. I have known the family since the mid fifties and saw the children grow and mature. There are so many things I’ve learned from the obit which we as neighbours did not know. An excellent story has been told. Rest in peace Catherine. The boatman Charon at the River Sytyx must have greeted such a bubbly personality with open arms.
Jerry and June Mocko
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Nik Ehrenreich donated to Community Food Centres Canada
Thursday, January 21, 2021
Please accept my deepest sympathy and condolences
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Melissa Loeppgy posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 19, 2021
She will be missed, she was such a wonderful woman. Rosewood Erie Glen was honoured to have her with us. Sending positive vibes to Allen, Virginia and the rest of the family. Enjoy your memories as she was so proud of her family and friends.-Melissa
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Mike and Pauline Butler donated to Community Food Centres Canada
Monday, January 18, 2021
Our deepest sympathies to the family
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Joanna Ciacelli-Foldesi posted a condolence
Monday, January 18, 2021
Our sincere condolences Al,Anna,Janice,Ron and families.What a beautiful obituary of a wonderful life well lived.Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. JoannaEdward Brandon,Devin and Sheldon Foldesi
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Eileen Butler donated to Community Food Centres Canada
Monday, January 18, 2021
She was always my favourite aunt. I know that you will all miss her so much.
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Wendy Lafeber posted a condolence
Monday, January 18, 2021
My sincere deepest sympathy to You Allen, Anna, and your family. Such a beautiful obituary what a wonderful life, and such a large family to share it with. You are in my thoughts and prayers xxoo Wendy Lafeber
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Alice-Anne Kennedy posted a condolence
Sunday, January 17, 2021
My love to the Dwyer family. Virginia and I were close friends through high school, and EVERYONE was always welcome in the Dwyer household. I recall one day, when there were at least 5 non family children around, Catherine asked, 'how many of you are staying for supper? I need to know howmuch breadcrumbs to add so
I can stretch the meatloaf'. She was generous, kind, and a great role model. May she rest peacefully.
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Mary Jane Lennon posted a condolence
Sunday, January 17, 2021
Our favourite memories of Aunt Kaye are the weekends we’d spend with her (usually in May and October). We’d arrive mid-afternoon and there would always be devilled eggs (the whole tray just for us!) and one of our favourite desserts waiting in the fridge. We’d sit in the front porch, Eileen and me scarfing down the eggs with our Rusty Nails and Aunt Kaye sipping her Bayley’s. There would be outings to visit Allan or Janice or for a meal out or a bit of touristy shopping, but mostly it was just two days of relaxed conversation (never a lag), with just the three of us. We loved those times because we loved her so much and her company was always just so enjoyable!
We’d also like to say how courageous Aunt Kaye was. She faced a lot of physical challenges throughout her last decade, but she didn’t let those sour her or get in the way of her wide-ranging interests in what was going on in the world around her and with those she loved.
Rest in peace, Aunt Kaye. We will always treasure your presence in our lives and our memories!
Mary Jane and Eileen Lennon
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Mary Ellen Durst posted a condolence
Saturday, January 16, 2021
Aunt Kaye was so special in our lives.
Her wicked sense of humour, her fabulous desserts, her thoughtful cards and mementos, our wonderful telephone calls, these are just a few of our memories.
The tribute and the video well capture her.
May all the great memories help to ease your loss.
There must be a grand reunion going on in heaven!!
Much love to all our cousins.
Mary (Butler) and Tony Durst, Ottawa
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Sheila Armstrong posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, January 16, 2021
Janice & Family,
Our condolences go out to the family during this difficult time.
Catherine was such a wonderful person!
I could sit here and reminence about all the good old times, the many laughs and fun, we had during our adventures of knowing and being part of her life, just as much as, she was a part of ours.
The memories of having her at our Armstrong gatherings, birthdays, anniversaries, etc.
Catherine, Pat and Sheila having to go on their ice cream trips to Burgesses.
Many times Catherine, Pat and Paul would stop in after Church service, or just when they were out for a drive, to join us for lunch or dinner.
Their visits were uplifting!
Those were memories that will never be forgotten, but will always remain in our hearts.
You're all in our thoughts and prayers,
Gwen, Sheila &Tammy Armstrong
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Patricia Rivest posted a condolence
Saturday, January 16, 2021
Catherine was a beautiful, loving and faith-filled lady. She will be missed
Rest in peace Catherine
May your many memories bring you comfort at this time and always
Pat, Chris and Ryan Rivest
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Lori Paslawsky posted a condolence
Saturday, January 16, 2021
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. She was always so welcoming and made everyone feel so special. Loved the pop-in visits she used to do. She was a very good friend to my mom; her very first friend when we moved to Leamington. They remained very good friends to the end.
I have very fond memories of many happy/fun times at your welcoming home. Always someone to play with, and wonderful homemade treats for all!
I know she will always be in our hearts.
Hugs and prayers to all of you, as you help each other find strength from your loss.
Lori (& Andrew) Paslawsky
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Maureen Gillanders posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, January 15, 2021
Mrs. Dwyer, was an amazing woman with the kindest heart. Being a colleague of my Mom’s,Sheila Hannigan Harris, for years at St. Louis school, they shared fun times and a great friendship with each other spanning many years.
When we were young children, my brothers and sister and I always looked forward to her homemade baking. We especially, loved her Ice Cream cake!! Still better than Dairy Queen’s.
I remember many visits at 8 Jones street after school with Janice. I’ll never forget the day Gary released all his captured frogs on Janice and I in the backyard...Mrs. Dwyer saved us!
Later in Life, I would see Mrs. Dwyer at Mass with the Armstrong’s and we would catch up on each other lives.
Please know I’m thinking of all of you all at this difficult time.
Maureen ( Harris) Gillanders
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Hugh McPherson posted a condolence
Friday, January 15, 2021
My family has such fond memories of her. I remember staying over and the rooms with twin beds and waking up to little boxes of cereal. Back then we only had boring cereal but she gave us all the fun ones like fruit loops. I also remember my parents bed was always covered in a quilt she knit for their wedding. I always thought that quilt was so amazing and beautiful.
My mom also remembers her sending a card when I was born because she was so happy that there would be another Hugh in the family. :)
She was an amazing woman and will be missed.
Our sincere condolences from the McPherson Family.
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Daryl Dwyer posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, January 15, 2021
Kaye was my first cousin once removed, but she was always Auntie Kaye to me. It was always a fun day when we drove down to Leamington from Windsor to visit Kaye, Grattan, and my second cousins, especially Virginia & Philip.
She really truly was all the wonderful things in her glowing and loving memorial, and more than that. Her little chuckle when I spoke meant she was hearing a whole other level than I ever realized then. Kaye was my Confirmation Sponsor, and I always knew I could count on her for the truth, and always with kindness and a laugh.
VG, Phil, and Vic are my old friends and buddies. I know they've lost someone irreplaceable. To you three, and the rest of my cousins, Sean, Allan, Janis, and Gary, I send you my heartfelt sense of kinship and love and loss. Kaye was without a doubt the best woman I knew as a kid. In my later years, I have considered her a bodhisattva, an enlightened being who chooses to remain in the cycle of rebirth in order to help others.
Auntie Kaye would chuckle at that. Heaven got lucky when she came home.
Condolences to everyone who knew her & loved her. Have fun, Auntie Kaye. I know you will.
love always, Daryl Dwyer (Kroell) and sons Jesse & Joshua and grandson Jake.
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Walczak Family- Sue, Kelvin, Leon, Krystyna, Frank, Kelly donated to Community Food Centres Canada
Friday, January 15, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to your family. Catherine was an amazing woman. She will truly be missed by everyone.
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Mike Martin posted a condolence
Friday, January 15, 2021
My condolences to Mrs. Dwyer’s family. I never had her as a teacher at St. Michael’s but I do remember one somewhat humorous incident at school. Mrs. Jackson, whose classroom was across the hall from Mrs. Dwyer, had asked her to witness me getting the strap. I’m sure I didn’t deserve it but we all went out into the hallway and Mrs. Jackson began my punishment. However, the harder she hit my hand the more I grinned. She became quite red in the face as I remember. Finally she and Mrs. Dwyer couldn’t hold back and broke into great laughter and sent me back to class. Mrs. Dwyer had a great sense of humour.
I am very sorry for your loss.
Mike Martin
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Pat Chambers posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, January 15, 2021
With my deepest condolences to Mrs Dwyer’s family. I had your Mom as a teacher back in approximately 1953 when, because we where so overcrowded at St Michael’s, we had our classes in the old high school, which was across the road on Talbot from the then current high school. We had so much fun going there, would walk over from St Michael’s after Mass. If my memory serves me the class was grade 5 & 6. She also many years later taught at St Louis which my children attended. She was always ready with a good rejoinder to any comment.
I believe she lived her life to the fullest enjoying every moment. May your memories help you through this sad time.
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Hedy posted a condolence
Friday, January 15, 2021
Dear Al, Anna and family. Our sincerest condolences. Your mom sounded like a wonderful woman. So sorry for your loss.
Love Hedy and Terry
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Kathy Gulko posted a condolence
Friday, January 15, 2021
Allan (Anna), Victor, Janice and families,
My heartfelt sympathies to you and yours,
I always enjoyed a chat with your mom when I seen her and she always had a smile on her face. She certainly left a profound legacy, a beautiful woman with so much that she offered.
Thoughts and prayers are sent to you all,
Kathy Gulko (Lafeber)
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Ken Hartford posted a condolence
Friday, January 15, 2021
Philip,
My condolences. Sympathy to you and your siblings.
Respectfully,
Ken Hartford
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Terry Maiuri posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Gary. I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I am thinking of you during this time of sadness.
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Kerry Vandergrift posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
My heartfelt condolences to your family for the loss of your mom, grandmother, and aunt. What a presence she had in her children’s lives, extended family and in her community. Please know the Tossell and Vandergrift families are thinking of you. What a wonderful account of her life you have written Victor.
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Jeff Lamotte posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. I will always remember her great sense of humour. My mom loved the friendship they shared going back decades. Thinking of all of you.
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Nancy Paglione Vecera posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
My sincere condolences to the Dwyer family. Your mother was a wonderful lady and teacher. She continued to achieve. She came to exercise when residing at Rosewood Erie Glen and did well. I remembered her from my earlier years at St Louis School. She will be missed. My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Take care.
Nancy Paglione Vecera
Group Fitness Instructor
SMART Exercise and Fall Prevention Program
(Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together)
Victorian Order of Nurses
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Sharlene Jacobs lit a candle
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Janice & family
Sorry to read of your mother’s passing. It certainly sounded like she lived a great life. I remember her coming in to see you at the office years ago.
Sending you my deepest sympathy.
Sharlene Jacobs
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Peppy Mocko posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
The Mockos grew up across from "Mrs. Dwyer" & family from 1955. I spent a lot of time playing over there. Just had to look over from # 7 & see who was ready to create havoc. Every time that I came home from university or Almonte or Ottawa , I would look to see if Catherine [I finally felt comfortable enough to call her that] was in her "chair". Then I would go over & catch up on her kids , neighbours and life. Sharp lady. Strong lady. Great wit . smile & laugh. The eyes..... RIP "Mrs Dwyer"
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Rima Mastronardi posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Mrs. Dwyer holds the fondest memories for former students like myself, at St.Michael School. I distinctly remember where her office was on the second floor of the school and how she was always so available to help students. Her dedication to helping others continued until just a few years ago when she called to ask me to have my students write Christmas cards for the shut-ins of our parish. May she rest in peace.
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Don Melady posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Catherine was the fun-loving sister of my fun-loving Aunt Dorothy. It was always a riot to be in their company! Everyone who knew Catherine was lucky to have had even a brief moment of her good spirits and kindness. My condolences to the whole family -- and even more my congratulations for having her for so long!
Don Melady
Toronto (formerly of Dublin)
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Donna Brown posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Catherine was one terrific woman! I looked forward to visits with her, be they on the phone or in person, and her cards always made me smile—and probably the post office staff as well as the message always spilled over to the envelope. She touched the lives of many, in many different ways. My condolences to the Dwyer family.
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Gary and Georgia Bondy posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
We are so saddened to hear of the passing of your mom/grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time
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Caroline Tinning posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Condolences to the Dwyer family. Aunt Catherine will always hold a special place in our hearts. Her kindness, sharp wit and interest in the lives of others will never be forgotten. Oh, and the desserts!
Love to all, Caroline and Brad Tinning
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Sheila Hannigan Harris posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Catherine was the dearest “ Irish” lady I ever had the privilege of knowing. Blessed with wonderful recipes- that she always shared with me and my children. Everytime I had a baby, apple crisp, chocolate-chip cookies or an ice-cream cake showed up at my door. Her sense of humour could have landed her a stint on SNL!!!
I hope her children are celebrating Heaven’s newest saint !!
I will miss her always.
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Rosemary Fiss posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
My condolences to the Dwyer family. You have shared a beautiful obituary and tribute for your mother. May these memories and more comfort you.
Rosemary Fiss
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Carole Armstrong posted a condolence
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Condolences to Dwyer family.Catherine was a loyal friend to the Armstrong family. She knew how to have fun. Her journey is over and angels will great her with open arms at the throne of God.
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Anne Melady posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Condolences to the Dwyer family. Was so happy to see such a lovely obituary. I knew of her only through my mother Frances Melady a sister of JamesDelaney. Sorry for you loss. Therewill ne great celebrations up in heaven I know.
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John and Tracy George posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
My condolences to the Dwyer family , I was one of those kids at St. Louis school and remember her dedication quite well.
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mariette preyde posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
my condolences to the Dwyer family. Catherine was such a wonderful woman and a dear friend to Helen Preyde. She welcomed Helen to Leamington shortly after her move here; and they were friends ever since.
What a beautiful tribute to life. It was interesting to read her history and adventures.
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Julie posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
We're so sorry for your loss. Condolences from the Mollins family.
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Cheryl Hatt posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Condolences to Catherine’s family. Remember the good times
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William Simpson posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Condolences to all of the Dwyer families. Mrs. Dwyer was a great teacher.
Bill Simpson, Calgary
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Randy Critchlow posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
My family all held Mrs Dwyer in very high esteem, a great and gentle lady. Our sincere condolences to the entire family . She helped so many children in our town.
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Louann Williams posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Dear Al and family:
So sorry to hear about your mom, she was a lovely lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love Louann
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Ron & Tracy Hutchins posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. when i was doing plumbing at her house she told me she had eyes in the back of her head and was still watching me since grade 3. She was lovely and will be missed.
Ron &Tracy Hutchins
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Antoinette Khayat posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
My condolences on the passing of a beautiful soul.
Antoinette Khayat
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Maureen (Misener) Lamotte posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Janice, Ron & girls and the whole Dwyer family. My one overriding memory of Catherine is that she always left you laughing, her rapier wit was tempered by her beautiful smile and smiling eyes. I can imagine she’s been greeted with a “well done, good and faithful servant!” On behalf of the Misener and Lamotte families we extend our deepest condolences.
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Liz Bierer posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
My deepest sympathy to the entire Dwyer family.
Every encounter I ever had with Mrs Dwyer was met with an open genuine smile and the kindest eyes !
May your wonderful memories bring you great joy in the coming days ..
Sincerely ,
Liz (Sanderson) Bierer
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Rosemary Harfmann posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
As I was growing up I had the privilege of having Mrs Dwyer as my school teacher in grade 3 and in grade 5 she taught me so much.
My deepest sympathies to the family.
From Rosemary Harfmann ( Langlais)
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Wednesday, January 13, 2021
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