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November 24, 2020
forever loved ❤
January 26, 2019
It is your birthday today and you would be 93.
The memories are so vivid it seems like only yesterday.
You and Mom gave us so much to be thankful and are truly missed.
Love you forever Deb
November 23, 2012
Rip
January 26, 2011
always missed
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Debra Torode
July 28, 2010
Mom and Dad,
I miss you so much
and think about you every day.
I Love You
Deb
Love to All
August 22, 2008
LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU TOO
Love Deb
August 22, 2008
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Mike and Barb Morin
December 20, 2007
John, Mrs. Torode and family, Barb and I were so sad to hear of Art's passing. He was one of a kind, a great guy with an infectious laugh and true love of life and people. I know his loss leaves a big hole in your hearts, but remember that he touched many people and we are all better for having known him, and enjoyed his kindness and great sense of humour. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you continue to adjust to life without him.
Jan and Ralph Ettles
December 11, 2007
Deb, a belated note to express our deepest sympathy on the passing of your father.
Gerard Roxburgh
December 4, 2007
I grew up across from the Torode's and have many fond memories of such great neighbours and kind people who really looked out for one another. Art will be missed by us all...Gerard
Mavis & Mike
December 1, 2007
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We only knew Art for a short while,but he was such a likeable person and one we will always remember with fond memories.
linda smith
November 30, 2007
To all the family
Our condolences to all of you.
Bob and I were lucky enough to live across from Betty and Art for over 30 years.We have so many fond memories of Art. He will always be in our hearts. Together we had so much fun from deciding who would be first in the water in the spring ,( Art fell in one year and made it first) to working togher on the yard and dock, to sitting on the porch with a beer ( or rum and coke for Art)telling tall tales. Art was never at a loss for storytelling . He will always be with us in fond memories Linda and Bob Smith
steph cooper
November 29, 2007
I was very sorry to hear of your loss,May god help you through your sorrows leaving only good memories for you to treasure
Gail waldron
November 29, 2007
Dear Deb
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Gail Waldron
kerri avery
November 29, 2007
Dearest Debbie, John, the entire Torode Family,
My heart is with you as you travel along this journey of loss. Dad's are special guys, they bring so much love and wisdom into our lives!
I feel very sad for you today, and I hope that you are coping o.k. Remember all the good times you shared with him, he will never leave your hearts.
Kerri Avery (Sprung)
Catherine Schmidt & Xavier Palmer
November 28, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to your and you family. Xavier and I speak of you often and we have fond memories of our experience with the both of you since we met on our cruise last April. Your love and dedication for one other was so profoundly felt by us. Art's sense of humor lightened up the cruise for sure! So glad we had the opportunity to meet you. Again, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Catherine Schmidt and Xavier Palmer
Gail waldron
November 28, 2007
Dear Deb
I am so deaply sorry for your loss.
Fathers and dauthers have such a special bond, hold this very close to your heart and he will always be with you. In my thoughts Gail
Dan Van Leeuwen
November 28, 2007
John,
Our condolences and deepest sympathies with you and your family at this time.
Dan and Lorelei Van Leeuwen
Jan and Darrel Smith
November 28, 2007
We were fortunate to have Art and Betty as our neighbours and friends while we were in Calgary. Art's knowledge and interests were widespread and significant. We will miss Art, his friendship, his hospitality and gregarious humour. However, our memories of him will be lasting and Betty and the family have our deepest condolences.
yvonne ferrreira
November 28, 2007
Deb, So saddened to hear about your Dad. I know how much he meant to you. Time does heal!
My deepest sympathies to you Mum.
Luchia McKinnon
November 28, 2007
Arthur was a wonderful man. I was lucky enought to see him once or twice a year and he always had a big smile on his face. He will be missed. My prayers go out to his family.
Dave & Noelle Read
November 28, 2007
Betty, what a wonderful neighbour art was. Whenever I needed help around the house or just to listen to some of Art's "Canadian tire" Stories, he was always there. We will miss him.
Barbara Anderson
November 28, 2007
HI DEB.SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS,YOU SPOKE VERY HIGHLY ABOUT YOUR FATHER,HOW YOU LOVED AND ADMIRED HIM,YOU CAN BE ASSURRED THAT HE IS NOW IN A BETTER PLACE,YOU CAN FEEL COMFORT KNOWING THAT.BARB & CHUCK.
janice florendine
November 28, 2007
Dear Betty, Deb and family:
I am so sorry that you have lost ART - he was a great man.
Thank you Deb for inviting me to visit with you and your Dad at the hospital. I surely remember the fun times we had with your Mom and Dad at the house for family celebrations and holidays.
My prayers are with you.
Bob Hildenbrandt
November 28, 2007
John,
My condolences and prayers are with you at this time.
Leslie-Ann, (Dood) Paul, Ryan, Erik & Owen Williams
November 28, 2007
Mrs. Torode,
Mom called and told me the news. I will always remember Mr. Torode for his infectious laugh and love for life. I'm so glad that I came to visit you both when I was in Calgary. Please come and visit us all here in Oakville/Burlington anytime. You are like family.
Thinking of you.
Janine Tholenaer
November 28, 2007
Betty and family. I'm so sorry to hear of Art passing.The feeling is all so familiar. I still miss the talks of your holidays and Art,s art classes that he fondly spoke of when you both came to get your hair done. Thinking of you all. My Prayers go out to you.
Ray Riddell
November 27, 2007
Dear John and Betty
I'm devastated to hear of Art's passing and so grateful to have had a short visit with Art and Betty when last in Calgary. Art and Betty were so good to me in my young days and he was a big influence on my development.Wish I lived closer to be there to celebrate Art's life with you.
Ray
Westjet Gal Pals
November 27, 2007
Jessica and Steve,
Our thoughts are with you both, as we know you are close to your Grandfather. Your special bond will bring you comfort and strength, to share with your Grandmother, and family, for years to come.
Donna Klaassen
November 27, 2007
A sad passage that unfortunately we must all make - but believe there are happy times together ahead. Deb, your dad always stood by your side in life, the only difference now is he will be with you always... I remember his jokes and friendly nature - I am sure all who are close will miss him dearly. Take care, and draw strength in those that you love.
Marguerite and Jack Barnes
November 27, 2007
Art
Although we didn't see much of each other as cousins we remember when you lived on Oakcrest Ave in Toronto and I lived with you and Frank in Montreal in 1940. We are grievesly sorry to hear of your untimely passing and feel deeply for your family.
Erin Stange
November 27, 2007
Gillian, Gayle, & family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Erin & Dean
Joyce & Ken Watt
November 27, 2007
Dear Betty and Family:
Our depest sympathies go to you and yours at this time of terrible loss.
May God hold him in the palm of his hand until we meet again.
Love,
Joyce & Ken
Barb Pettigrew
November 27, 2007
Dear Debbie,
So sorry to hear your dads time here on earth has come to an end. As you remember your lives together, focus on the fun and happy times, celebrate his life, knowing he will always be with you. Forever and ever.
Joel, Heather & Mike Hayes
November 27, 2007
Dear Deb, Betty & Family
Our thoughts go out to you during this toughest of times. My memmory of Art, will be, him working in the backyard in Bonavista, drink in hand, and Betty always close by. May your memories, bring you comfort.
Marion Newmarch Darling
November 27, 2007
My heart is with all of you and my thought are with you and for your enduring and continuing support of each other. He was a great lover of life and illuminated the path that he walked with humor and grace. He touched so many lives in so many ways. I hope your love for him continues to touch many more lives through you all.
Jean and Don Sullivan
November 26, 2007
John may all the great times you and your dad shared be remembered at this time, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Gordon Bassett
November 26, 2007
My heartfelt sorrow for your huge loss. I lost Marion six years ago so I know how you feel. Art and I were at McGill and Shell together and we kept in touch ever since. He was a first class old pal and I'll surely miss him.
Gordon Bassett
Gordon Ironside
November 26, 2007
John,
I am sory for your loss. I know your father meant a great deal to you.
Regards
J. Gordon Ironside
Laura Leah Hood
November 26, 2007
I will miss your Dad's joyful presence, he was always a warm, generous, and accepting man with a talent for making you feel better for having been in his company. My thoughts are with you and your family Deb.
I LOVE YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER
November 26, 2007
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007
Patty, Ron & Barry Belding
November 26, 2007
Dearest Deb,
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and you're family. If there is anything we can do at this time please let us know. It is probably the most difficult time in anyone's life to lose a parent. May all the good memories pull you through this loss. Love ya lots.
Phil White
November 25, 2007
My deepest sympathies to all of you. I have breif but very fond memories of Mr. Torode, especially our shared passion of 'Calvin and Hobbes'.
My love to all of you.
Don Eastcott
November 25, 2007
Hey Deb, my thoughts are with you and your family.
Jim & Sandra White
November 25, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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