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Julie posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
My condolences to Pat’s family, I have some lovely memories of visiting her and Alvin at their lovely home in Bothwell with my parents.
Julie Morris O’Rourke
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Irene and John Morris posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Deepest condolences to Dave, Bob and Gary and families. Remembering all the nice times we had with Pat and Alvin over the years. Thinking of you all. John and Irene Morris
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Jacqueline Jackson posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Sincere condolences to the Gehl family on the loss of your mother/grandmother. Thinking of you. Jacqueline Morris Jackson
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Carrick Hewitt posted a condolence
Saturday, June 8, 2024
My condolences to the Gehl family. Both Alvin & Pat were great people. When I lived in Bothwell I helped them with several small jobs including shoveling there driveway & they in turn gave me many treats & hot chocolate. I will miss them both.
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Carol St.Pierre posted a condolence
Friday, June 7, 2024
Deepest condolences and hugs being sent to you David, your brothers, and the extended family. I still remember going to your house and visiting in our younger years. Was always a fun day. Your Mom and Dad were special and always welcoming. They are now reunited and at peace with no more suffering. RIP
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Tammy Gehl posted a condolence
Friday, June 7, 2024
Dave, Bob, Gary and your families, I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Aunt Pat for her cards and holiday decorations. She was a wonderful lady, who loved her family, and tried to make each day special.
My condolences and hugs.
Tammy
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Christine Beauvais posted a condolence
Thursday, June 6, 2024
My sincere condolences to Gary and family. She was an amazing lady/teacher. Nothing but wonderful memories.
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Michelle Chartrand lit a candle
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
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Pat Gehl was my favourite teacher. She was the first teacher to show compassion and empathy for us. I told her this when I saw her in the grocery store just last year. Her kindness shaped much of our future. Journey well, Mme Gehl. You will always be remembered.
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Rose Van Braeckel lit a candle
Tuesday, June 4, 2024
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I'm so sorry about your mother's passing. We were good friends. May god be with you boys and your families.
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Renee Serruys posted a condolence
Monday, June 3, 2024
Dave, Bob, Gary and families,
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom...she was truly a wonderful person.
May your memories help you all through this most difficult time.
My sincere condolences.
Renée Serruys and family
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Monday, June 3, 2024
Dear David, Bob, Gary, and families I offer my sincerest condolences for the loss of your dear Mom. I had lunch with her on May 1st. Had I known then that it would be our last time I would have told her how much I love and appreciate our friendship over the many years. I have always admired her love and devotion to her family, students, and friends. May you be comforted knowing that her love for you will continue to live on.
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Bob & Jolene Serruys posted a condolence
Monday, June 3, 2024
Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
Bob & Jolene
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Brian and MaryAnn Rumble posted a condolence
Monday, June 3, 2024
Sending my most sincere condolences to all of the Gehl Family. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Your Mom was a beautiful lady inside and out. Treasure all of your memories. RIP Pat.
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Michelle Bergeron lit a candle
Monday, June 3, 2024
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Thinking of you all at this time & my condolences to the whole family. Sending our prayers to you all. Love, Kevin, Michelle & Morgan.
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Ralph and Marilyn Erickson posted a condolence
Sunday, June 2, 2024
Dave and Family.
Thinking of you at this sad time. We’re so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely, Ralph and Marilyn Erickson.
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Anne Marie Pinsonneault posted a condolence
Sunday, June 2, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Your mother was an incredible woman with a heart of gold. I had the privilege of having your mom as my mentor while I was a student teacher. She taught grade 2 then, at École St Philippe in Grande Pointe. She passed on much knowledge and effective and innovative methods that I continued to put into practice in the course of my teaching career. Her love for the students entrusted to her care, stands out most in my mind. My heartfelt condolences to your families.
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Carl and Maureen Fleming lit a candle
Sunday, June 2, 2024
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David Bob and Gary your Mother was an Awesome Lady and will Greatly missed. Our prayers are with you.
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John & Tammy Gartner posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Sorry for the loss of your Dear Mother. Sending our deepest sympathy to all the family during this sad time.
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Mary Cooper posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Sending hugs to Bob-so very sorry to hear about your mom!
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Craig Wranich posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Dear Dave, Bob, Gary, and Families,
I am so very sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a super lady that will be missed by all who have ever met her. They say you should always leave this mortal plane better than when you arrived and Pat definitely accomplished this.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers, and may God bless you all!!!
Sincerely,
Craig Wranich & Family
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Lani Gilkes posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Sending my deepest condolences and thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Lani Gilkes and family
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Pam posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Dave , Bob , Gary and families
I send my heartfelt condolences to all of you
Your mom , mother-in-law , grandmother, great grandmother was an amazing lady !
She talked of you often and was very proud of each and every one of you . Your mom spoke of her wishes and was very clear .. you boys did well in respecting that .
I was as an EA at Ste Marie and worked along side with your mom . She was a devoted kind hearted loving generous person
We share many great memories!!
We enjoyed each others company so much that we’d try and get the old gang from Ste Marie together once a month as well as a summer party at my place . Your mom would bring her famous Hello Dollies .. enough for us to eat that day and enough for us to take a few home.
The night before her stroke the gang had met for supper.
I hugged her goodbye.. not knowing it really was a goodbye … I am still in disbelief
She will be missed so much
Keeping you all in my prayers
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Michelle (Martin) VandenEnden posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Deepest sympathies to Pat's boys and their families. Enjoyed working with this special lady at École St-Philippe many years ago.
Michelle VandenEnden
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Susan posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, June 1, 2024
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So sorry for your tremendous loss. Thinking of all of the family as you navigate through this difficult time. Hoping your wonderful memories will help you to heal.
From Sue and Corey Norwood
Nova Scotia
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Anne-Louise Gagner posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, June 1, 2024
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Anne-Louise Gagner lit a candle
Saturday, June 1, 2024
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Bob Squires posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2024
To the family so very sorry for the loss of Pat may she R.I.P
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Brad Gagner posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2024
Remembering a most wonderful woman and teacher. I have fond memories of being in her class way back in the day and she will always have soft spot in my heart -- and my memories. Sending my deepest and heartfelt condolences to the family on your loss.
Rest in paradise, Mme. Gehl.
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Karen & Gerry Balazsity posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, May 31, 2024
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Dave, Bob, Gary and your families, we give our condolence's. We have many wonderful memories of the years as neighbours. Pat was a kind and loving lady, and will be missed by many.
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Joyce Baverstock posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, May 31, 2024
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She was a awesome neighbour and friend and will be greatly missed
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Louise Myers-Martens posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2024
Thoughts and prayers to all the family. She was a wonderful grade 2 teacher. And the past few years a neighbour.
Cherish the memories. Hugs to all
Louise
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Jacqueline Bruhlman posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2024
Dave, Bob and Gary. My sympathies go out to you and your families and I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I taught with Pat for many years at École Ste-Marie. She taught grade 1 and I taught grade 2 right across the hallway. She was always so nice and sincere to everyone, students and adults alike. If ever anyone needed help she would be one of the 1st people to help. I'm also happy that she was kind enough to share her recipe for her Hello Dollies and I always think of her when I make them. Repose en paix mon amie!!!
Jacqueline Bruhlman
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Marc & Gina Hewitt lit a candle
Friday, May 31, 2024
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Dave, Bob & Gary, our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. She was a wonderful lady who will be missed by many. Our son delivered their paper for several years and they were kind and generous to him. Your mom always had time for a cup of tea with Gina.
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Bill McMaster posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2024
To Dave, Bob and Gary
Barb and I send condolences.
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Thomas Lunn posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2024
Condolences to all affected by Pats passing. Had many nice visits with her and Alvin and the boys.
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Friday, May 31, 2024
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Hermel and Rena Michaud posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2024
So sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with all the families She will be missed by many
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Danielle Myers lit a candle
Friday, May 31, 2024
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Friday, May 31, 2024
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