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Tuesday, August 22, 2017
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Mary Watson posted a condolence
Monday, June 5, 2017
My sincere condolences to all of the Big Canoe family. I only discovered Barb's passing today. You have lost a very special lady in your family and community. I have been blessed to have known and worked with her at Waabgon Gamig. She always had a smile for everyone. She was a kind, caring and respectful woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Erna Winter lit a candle
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
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I wish i coukd have been there :-( But I know you heard me sing..
Even though you also heard the calling of God's blissful ring,
You will be missed, you were one of a kind, such a gentle soul, and the best jokes you always had,
I know you're with so many that you've travelled with before, but still Io see you go? It makes my heart still so sad..
I wish you a good journey Barb, as you make your way..
I'll cherish all the laughs we had, until we meet again one day..
Chi-miigwech
Waabshki Migizi Kwe
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Erna Winter posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Thank you for being such a strong woman Barb, you cut the path for many to follow.. One of grace, respect and dignity.. Of the beauty of being Anishinaabe.. You taught me my language, although i wish i had you taped.. aww until we meet again.. Good journey my teacher <3
Chi-miigwech
Minawaa Gawabmin my friend
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Alan on the north end posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2017
you will be missed my many. R.I.P.
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Janice McDonald-Zavarce posted a condolence
Monday, March 20, 2017
I feel blessed to have had time to work with and know Barb. Her focus on the good in life and her passion for her language and culture spread to all those who listened and laughed with her. I loved her stories about Don and we found that he and my ancestors came from the same area of Scotland. I'm sure she is with him now.
Condolences to the Big Canoe family especially her great nieces and nephews who learned so much from her wisdom and stories. I'm sure they will keep them alive.
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Heather Sears posted a condolence
Sunday, March 19, 2017
"Auntie" Barb was an inspiration to all educators. Her wonderful sense of humour, zest for life and commitment to students in York Region will be greatly missed.
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Dianne Hawkins posted a condolence
Sunday, March 19, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of Barb's passing. She had such a kind an uplifting spirit that one always felt better just to be near her. She had a great impact on education and staff and students in York Region benefitted from her passion and wisdom. She will be greatly missed.
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Marilyn Blake lit a candle
Sunday, March 19, 2017
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Marilyn Blake posted a condolence
Sunday, March 19, 2017
Barb will be truly missed. She was an icon to her heritage and loved everyone equally. We lost a true friend today.
Love Marilyn Blake
Sutton High
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Dianne. Curtis posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2017
Such an amazing lady. Kind compassionate and always smiling at everyone.
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Julie Ross posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2017
So saddened to hear of Auntie Barb's passing. I had the honour of working along side her at Waabgon Gamig. She was so kind and always had a great story to share over a cup of tea. She will be missed. My condolences to her family and to the people of Georgina Island.
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Kim Coculuzzi (Gilbert) posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2017
So sad to hear of the passing of Aunty Barb. She will be greatly missed by her extended Gilbert family. I am sure that she was welcomed home by all her family and extended familys of which she had many. Continue to watch over us Aunty Barb, your time here will not be forgotten. xoxo
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Sharon Barfett-Charles lit a candle
Saturday, March 18, 2017
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Sharon Barfett-Charles posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2017
Heaven has gained an angel. Your loss will be truly felt by every person you have ever touched in your life. Thank you for being such a wonderful friend while I resided on the island. You have always been so very special. You have earned your rest my friend.
My sincere condolances to all family and friends.
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Claus Petra Elly Gertzen posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2017
we remember Barbara as a loving and caring person. she loved language and compared our Dutch dialect with ojibwa your language. We sympathize with your loss.
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Claus Petra Elly Gertzen lit a candle
Saturday, March 18, 2017
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Judy Porchuk posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2017
She was a very interesting, intelligent person. It was a pleasure to know her. Sorry to hear of her passing.
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Louisa Tourangeau posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2017
To Barb. One of the most beautiful calm kindhearted women who's presence has always brought a smile to my face and joy to my heart.❤️ You will be deeply missed. XO
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Lee-Ann and Peter van Duinen posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2017
As Rachel Big Canoe's little sister, I have visited the Island many times and met Auntie on all those occasions. She welcomed my family and made us to feel that she was our Auntie too! She even came and taught at the seminary in Toronto when I was there, as a favour to me. Your family and community is greater for having her a part of it - may she live in your memories and her teachings as she leaves this community and joins the community of the Creator.
Many Blessings,
Lee-Ann & Peter van Duinen (Emma, Nate, Abbi)
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Mary searle lit a candle
Saturday, March 18, 2017
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Trish Big Canoe lit a candle
Saturday, March 18, 2017
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Erin Dunn posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2017
I had the pleasure of spending a day last spring with Auntie Barb. We were both attending and speaking at an educational conference. Her legendary reputation had preceded her as I have been teaching at Morning Glory P.S for many years and have developed quite a close relationship with Waabgon Gamig teachers and students. When I realized who I was sitting beside I knew it was going to be a rich experience. Sure enough Auntie Barb did some translating for me, discussed her passion for the need to keep her native language alive, her love for teaching and she shared many of her opinions both personal and professional with me.
She didn't hesitate to correct my pronunciation and I was kindly but "firmly" schooled as she saw fit on many different topics. It was an amazing day of laughter and conversation and I was astonished to learn she was 82 years old. She had the spirit and energy of someone much younger.
I feel privliedged to have met her and to have learned from her even just in that short time. I can only imagine the loss those close to her feel and I extend my love and condolences to all those that will miss her.
Rest peacefully Auntie Barb.
Erin (Aldrich) Dunn
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Jacky Jones posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2017
I didn't know Barbara very well but liked what she stood for, and as a person. She will be missed by all who knew her. My best wishes go to her family. RIP Barbara.
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Rebecca Trumble posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2017
Thank you Barb u touched my family in so many ways. We will miss you. I loved every moment I got to spend with you and learned so much from you. Love always Rebecca, Ethan, Sebastien and Quinten. Sincerest sympathy to your family.
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Tracy Gauthier posted a condolence
Saturday, March 18, 2017
the loss of a wonderful woman. condolences go out the family and friends of Barb. you will be missed by so many. Barb was a caring patient person who always listened and loved to have a good laugh.
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Lorraine and Ken Hackenbrook posted a condolence
Friday, March 17, 2017
Our condolences and prayers to the Big Canoe family on the loss of Barbara. She was a quiet gentle soul.
She will certainly be missed in our community.
Blessings, Lorraine and Ken
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