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Audrey Botsford posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Linda
I just came across this news. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
As when you discovered the same with me, I am shocked and saddened by your loss.
Thinking of you.
Audrey Botsford
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Mary Mueller posted a condolence
Sunday, November 19, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing, Linda. I remember when you and I were both teaching at Pineview School in Athens that you remarked one day that he was the best thing that had happened to you in a long time, not only because he was such a kind and caring man, and a true gentleman, but also because he was taller than you. Our condolences to you and your family.
Mary Mueller
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Nancy Purvis posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Dear Linda & family - I'm so sorry about your loss of Jim. Cherish all of those very special memories.
He will be missed by all his family and friends.
Sincerely, Nancy Purvis
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Sunday, November 12, 2023
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Dear Linda and family,
We send our sympathy and prayers as you grieve the loss of Jim. May he rest in peace.
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Marsha McNair posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
My sincere condolences on the passing of Jim. Thinking of you Linda and your family at this difficult time.
Rest in peace Jim.
Marsha McNair
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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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Dear Linda,
Gail and I are so sorry to find out that Jim has passed away. I first met Jim back in high school at BCI and after graduating we had great times ‘bombing around’ in our respective red Chevelles. Back in ’68 Jim was a member of our wedding party, he was the tallest; however, my brother and I were close behind. Unfortunately, due to our careers, in ’70 Gail and I moved away and only returned to Brockville infrequently so we lost touch. However, I never forgot Jim and the good times that we had together.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Carl & Gail Gilroy
Bright’s Grove ON
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Janet Gilroy posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a great gentleman. My son was in awe of him as the librarian while he was in kindergarten. I will never forget how he helped save our home during the ice storm. He was definitely a special .
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Marg Merpaw posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Dear Linda and Family,
Just heard about your loss and I am so sorry. I remember Jim as a man who accepted people for who they were. I also remember his quick wit. He will be remembered as a true gentleman.
Hold tightly to family, friends and special memories to help get you through this difficult time.
Marg Merpaw
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mark kotanen posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Dan
My condolences regarding your families loss
Mark Kotanen.
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Francis Scardera posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies for the loss of Jim. His spirit and memories will forever reside in our hearts. May you find comfort in the love that surrounds you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. From Francis, Perla and Ella.
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Monday, November 6, 2023
Please accept our condolences. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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Ted Whiteland posted a condolence
Monday, November 6, 2023
Dear Linda, Dan and Shane:
Susan and I were shocked and saddened to read of Jim’s passing. Jim and I shared a classroom in the early days at Vanier and later as an admin team at PoW! He was a force to be reckoned with and I learned a great deal from him. As a Principal colleague, he was the ultimate professional and his strength truly was as a loving husband, proud father, caring educator and a trusted friend.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on this terrific loss. Rest in peace my friend.
Ted and Susan Whiteland
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Monday, November 6, 2023
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Mr. Sawyer was an amazing teacher with a larger than life presence. I was fortunate to be in one of his classes at Vanier Public School. Sending condolences to his entire family.
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Jennifer Sulan posted a condolence
Monday, November 6, 2023
My deepest condolences to the Sawyer family. Mrs Sawyer, Shane and Dan, I was very sad to hear of the passing of your beloved husband/dad. I have many fond childhood memories of time spent in the Sawyer house. Mr Sawyer was always a calm, quiet and welcoming presence. Wishing you all comfort and strength during this most difficult time.
Jennifer (Dorie) Sulan
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Pat Farmer posted a condolence
Monday, November 6, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a huge support to me at Lyn School and I always enjoyed chatting with him when we bumped into each other at Metro.
My condolences to you, Linda, and the family and friends who loved him.
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Robert Johnson posted a condolence
Monday, November 6, 2023
Jim & I first met in 1967 when we both were at Carleton Univ. We were room mates in residence and over one year together, became quite close. I came to view him as a brother. The shock of his loss creates a deep sadness in me.We will miss his wit, his great humour & his truly caring sense of presence. Although we travelled very different paths for most of our lives, my admiration of him never waned. Let us all cherish his memory.
Bob Johnson
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MaryLou Veltkamp posted a condolence
Sunday, November 5, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family. MaryLou Veltkamp
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Karen (Garnett) McFarlane posted a condolence
Saturday, November 4, 2023
“Mr. Sawyer” was a comforting presence in my childhood, as one of my parents greatest friends. I loved to spy on their get togethers which always included a tonne of laughs! May he be at peace. Love to Linda, Dan and Shane during this very difficult time.
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Janet Gray posted a condolence
Saturday, November 4, 2023
Our deepest condolences to you and your family,Linda.
My years with both you and Jim at Toniata are treasured memories both professionally and socially. Jim’s dedication and devotion to his family,friends and colleagues are tributes to the kind of a man he was and the many lives he touched.May he rest in peace.
Garnie and Janet Gray
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Joan O'Shaughnessy posted a condolence
Saturday, November 4, 2023
Dear Linda:
I am thinking of you and your family at this sad time. I remember Jim from High School but also from the time you and I shared at New Dublin School. I recall Jim never missed an opportunity to show his love for you.. I especially remember the bouquet of Birds of Paradise he sent you on one special occasion. They were beautiful. Your tribute to Jim was lovely and I know you will miss him terribly.
Assuring you of my affection Linda,
Joan O'Shaughnessy.
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Marilyn Doucette posted a condolence
Saturday, November 4, 2023
My condolences Linda, to you and your family. I remember the Toniata days and getting to know everyone. Jim was always kind and friendly. Bob and I valued your friendship and curling and parties at the farm. Thinking of you at this difficult time
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Millie Craig posted a condolence
Friday, November 3, 2023
I met Mr. James Sawyer at the St Lawrence College in Brockville while we were both attending the Master’s of Education program from Queen’s University. I was a nursing teacher at the College, while James was a young teacher with the local Public School Board. Our paths crossed again many years later after I was elected Public School Trustee. By then Jim had truly advanced and excelled in Education delivery. During those encounters I found Jim to be a flexible and friendly gentleman who truly valued the welfare of others, especially young students. Jim’s quiet and gentle manner made him approachable to the needs of others, and his easy acceptance of another opinion endeared him to many. It is my great honour to remember Jim, and to send Love and Sympathy to Dear Linda and family.
Millie Craig
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James Vickery posted a condolence
Friday, November 3, 2023
To Linda, Dan, Shane and families.
You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of Jim. There are many good memories of teaching with him, playing cards and even the occasional round of questionable golf. My condolences, Jim Vickery
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Danny and Sherry Seed posted a condolence
Friday, November 3, 2023
To Linda and all of Jim’s family - our most sincere sympathies to you . Dan and I are both shocked and saddened to learn of Jim’s passing . May all your cherished time spent together bring you comfort in the days ahead . Our thoughts are with you ….
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Sue Larocque posted a condolence
Friday, November 3, 2023
So very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a very good friend of my sister during their high school years and years later he was the vice principal at the school my daughters attended. He was an amazing man. R I P Jim. You will be missed big time by all the people who were fortunate to meet and know you. Sue Larocque
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Toni Price posted a condolence
Friday, November 3, 2023
So very sorry to hear this sad news. My thoughts are with you Linda.
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Diane Boudreau posted a condolence
Friday, November 3, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was one of my best friends in high school. Whether we were dancing at Playland, hanging out in Diana Sweets or just sitting on the floor in his basement listening to his 45's, we could talk for hours about kid stuff. A wonderful man for sure.
Diane Boudreau (Shire)
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Sue and Bill Poole posted a condolence
Friday, November 3, 2023
Bill and I are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our sincere condolences to you Linda and your family. I have many fond memories of our time together at Toniata School.
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