Thank you all so much for sharing your thoughts and memories
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Good bye my friend good bye
We`ve had so many years that we've known,
I won`t cry,
so I lied.
Angels above or just around
Soar above us as we touch the ground
Of this earth.
Fly away, pave the way
Teach us the way home.
your friend and sister-in-law,
Love Kath xoxox
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I never met you, but I want to let you know that in some strange way, I know what you're going through. It was just over 4 years ago that I lost my wife and best friend to cancer. Like you and Nat, Lauren and I were in it for the long haul - we were married 26 years, and together for over 30. She knew Nat very well, and they spent a few nights in long philosophical conversations.
It was really tough to get through the first months - it's still difficult. It really sucks. I wish you strength and will be thinking about you and sending you my best wishes.
Yours truly,
Don Marcotte
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Geri,
I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Nat. I send my heartfelt condolences to you and your children. Please know that whatever I may do to help that I am only a phone call, an e-mail or a carrier-pigeon away. : ) If I may I would like to close this e-mail with a verse from Old Mr. Shakespeare, in remembrance of Nat. I do hope you find it appropriate, Geri.
Hugs and Love to you and your children.
- Brian =^..^= Holland
When he shall die take him and cut him out into stars
And he shall make the face of heaven so fine
That all the world will be in love with night
And pay no worship to the garish sun.
~ William Shakespeare
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I am so sorry to hear this news.
Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help out
Sincerely,
Pamela Van Galder
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Courtney Latty
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My sincere condolences to you and your family. We are all very sorry for your loss.
Smith, Frank
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So sad to hear about Nat, my sincere condolences to you and your family. If you ever need anything, don't
hesitate to ask.
Kevin
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Hi Geri,
I am so sorry to hear about Nat. If I can help out in any way or you just need someone to talk to, please call me.
Lots of prayers for you and your family,
Debbie Van Zetten
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Oh Geri,
I'm so sorry about Nat. I got your earlier message, but I didn't realize how serious it was.
I hope that he didn't suffer too much. And I hope that you're doing okay.
I won't send flowers, because I remember how much I hated the flowers when my mom died.
I wish I could send you a cassserole, though. Being this far away sucks.
I feel terribly bad for you, and I hope that things look up soon.
Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
Jennifer Broughton
Weyburn, SK
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Hi Geri,
I am so sad to hear about Nat. I had no idea that he was so sick. I was in Pembroke visiting my parents for Easter and did not find out about the funeral arrangements until it was too late. We just got home yesterday afternoon.
Courtney told me your children gave a beautiful eulogy at the service. They obviously loved their father very much. I could never imagine what you and your family are going through at this difficult time, but would like you to know that if you ever feel like talking, please give me a call. I am not far away.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cathy
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Thank you for responding. I am truly sorry I didn't get a chance to talk with Nat recently. He was a great guy and with a good heart-noble qualities. I hope to get some time to come for a visit. If there is anything I can do give me a call.
Again my deepest sympathy to all of you
Charles
April 24, 2007
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Hello Geri,
First let me say I am so sorry for your loss and my sincerest condolences go to you and your children. This must be a very difficult time for you and your family.
I almost feel as though I know all of you, as Nat always talked so fondly about his family. He was a great reader, a wonderful conversationalist, a kind and good-humoured soul, and we will sincerely miss having him as part of the VoicePrint team.
Kim Mannix Vermette, VoicePrint - Ottawa
April 20, 2007
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To Nat's Family,
I was a high school friend of Nat's. I heard today from my brother that he passed away. It made me very sad. Nat was a free spirit, a smart man who was generous with thought and deed. We laughed, played music (his flute) and hung with some interesting people. I hope friends and family will guide you through this difficult time. With regrets and best wishes,
don
Don Marcotte (Edmonton, AB)
April 17, 2007
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Whatever will you do, now that your bestest playmate, Nat, is gone? Who will walk and run with you, pick up after you, feed you treats when you’ve mooched just enough and let you out when you’ve just gotta go! And who will snuggle with you after another brisk outdoor jaunt? And wipe your paws dry on a rainy day? And let you up on the couch beside them when you know that's not where you're supposed to be? And tell you when it is really time to “lie down!?!” Fear not, Luke. Although Nat is gone too soon, you still have Geri, and Karina, and Chelsea to love you, and even your pal Sal will drop in again from time to time. And always remember that Nat was very grateful to you all for all the love you showed him over these many years. So if you need a pat or a hug, just wait by the door, someone will be there soon enough to give you all the love you need, for Nat's sake!
big hugs,
Howard Askwith (Vancouver, BC)
April 10, 2007
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my smypathy goes to you all.Nat was a good guy i cant really remember too much except for when karina and i were kids and he would always watch us play at the park from the backyard.Best of luck. you are in our prayers.
from all of us Marie, Jennifer,Marc and Denis
Jenn Gauthier (Ottawa, ON)
April 9, 2007
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Dear Geri, Sal, Karina, and Chelsea:
My most heartfelt and sincere condolences. I am deeply sorry for your loss and will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Robyn Joly (Ottawa, ON)
April 9, 2007
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It is with great regret that I learned of your loss. Nat was a great neighbour,friend and a man of many interests. He was generous and loved to just sit and talk of many things. He was taken too soon. He will be missed. He tried to make this world a better place.
Sincerest condolences
Charles Knowles (Gloucester, ON)
April 9, 2007
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Please accept our sincere condolences of the loss of your husband.
Nancy and Len Stass (Nepean, ON)
April 8, 2007
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I'm very sorry to read of your loss. My memory of Nat, is of his extra large spirit. He and I were teamates on the high school football team. We also socialized with the same friends.
Barry Sullivan (Nepean, ON)
April 8, 2007
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I'm very sorry for your loss. I know what you're going through and I know how tough it is. So please let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
Thinking of you guys!
Take care xox
Erin Yuen (Ottawa, ON)
April 8, 2007
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Please accept my deepest sympathy. I went to high school with Nat, we were good friends.
Brian Bylo
Calgary
Brian Bylo (Calgary, AB)
April 6, 2007
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Heartfelt condolences to Geri, Sal, Karina and Chelsea
Johanna MacDougall (Ottawa, ON)
