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In Memory of
Ann Florence Keeley
1943 - 2022
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Cheryl Cusson posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
I just wanted to let you know I was extremely lucky to have met Anne.
Being in the same room and talking with her, I felt like she was a kindred spirt.
One day I arrived to see her, and I was humming a song I had just heard on the radio.
She asked me what song I was humming.
I told her "these boots were made for walking"
We both stared singing it.
Then we had a good laugh.
Her candle has been put out, but I will never forget.
Hugs to the family.
Cheryl (Carefor)
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Shamus Hall posted a condolence
Thursday, October 13, 2022
Ed, Anne and family
We are so sorry to learn of your mothers passing . What a beautifully written eulogy . Your mother was remarkable woman who must have lead by example as her values are evident in your character Ed. Our deepest sympathy .
Thinking of you .
Shamus and Wendy Hall
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Sherry Jordan posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
I'm sadden to hear of the passing of your mother Ed. Thinking of you and your family.
Sherry Jordan
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Here is a picture of the fabulous three but really they were the fabulous group of four, Aunt Sadie was the other power lady. We will miss you Auntie Ann
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Mark Barclay posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
Our condolences go out to you Ed, and your entire family for your loss. She must have been a very special mother and mentor as she leaves behind an exceptional son as a legacy. A tribute to a life well lived. May she rest in peace.
Mark & Susan Barclay
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Noel and Linda posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
What a wonderful Celebration of Life! We all shall miss your smile, your spirit, and your good company, Ann.
Love and hugs to all,
Noel, Linda and family
xoxo
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We will miss her every day. So many memories of Aunty Ann over all the years too many to count!
This picture was one of her last outings to see Keeley Falls at Andrew Haydon Park she was determined to see it and we all had a lovely time at the park. Laura will miss her 2 hour phone chats and the laughs.
Lots of love to the family - Tom and Laura Keeley, Jeanette Brad Genevieve Ciara and Edward Belanger
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Theresa Dunne posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 27, 2022
Our condolences to all of Ann's family. From Theresa and Colin Dunne
Ann was such a lovely lady, practical, funny, good and kind. It's hard to find words to describe her. But if you spent time with Ann you came away feeling better.
I am so glad I got to speak with Ann recently as we reminisced about our swimming/slimming experience. Each week we would go to the pinecrest pool and do our swimming/slimming workout then stop for treats on the way home, usually chocolate. We laughed so hard about this, well we did get our Red Cross certificates and badges but don't think we lost any weight.
I will always treasure this memory and the other good memories of our friendship with Ann and Eddie.
May God be with you 'till we meet again
Theresa(O'Connor)Dunne
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On behalf of Marie and I please accept our heartfelt condolences to Auntie Ann’s family. Our family will always and forever be there for you. It has often been said that, “grief is the price we pay for love”. Author A.A. Milne wrote in a popular children’s novel, “How lucky I am to have had something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” Auntie Ann always had a kind word for those less fortunate or experiencing difficulties in their life. She seemed to always have the right words to say to make you feel better.
When Auntie Ann walked into a room that beautiful smile and happy face instantly brought joy and cheer. If it is true that we do have a soul, than hers was the one of the kindest and most beautiful we have known. All who have known her saw and felt her generosity of heart and spirit and how very personable, gracious and thoughtful she was.
When Auntie Ann hugged you, you knew you were just hugged! You felt the love in your heart. She could be very funny, witty and had a playfulness about her which endeared her to family, friends and all who were blessed to have loved and known her.
John was once in the Royal Canadian Navy. While at the family cottage Ann took us all down to the lake for a swim. As we were walking down the cottage road she said to John “What is that singing they do in the military when marching?”. He replied, “it’s called “calling the cadence”. She replied, “Let’s do that!”. So there we all were marching down the road, arms swinging, laughing and singing, “walking down to the lake, who knows how long it will take, sound off, one two, sound off, one two, three four”. It was hilarious! But that was Auntie Ann, always having and creating fun!
Marie and I took a road trip with Auntie Ann and Uncle Eddie to Angus to visit Kay and Derek. We almost had to pull the car over multiple times, as we were laughing so hard (there and back) we could hardly see the road with the happy tears in our eyes! It is a special trip we will always remember and treasure.
Auntie Ann always made you feel welcome in her home and in her company. If she seen you sitting alone she would come over to say hello. If you needed encouragement, a kind word or support, she was there for you too. And yes at times to give you that wonderful hug!
She loved Uncle Eddie, her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren with all her heart! She was so proud of them all and on all of their many achievements! Her face would light up when she spoke of them. From the song Going Home (slightly modified):
Going home, going home
I'm just going home
It's not far, just close by
Through an open door
I am going home
I'm just going home
Mother's there expecting me
Father's waiting too
Lots of folk gathered there
All the friends I knew
And my Eddie too
I'm going home
Nothing's lost, all's gain
No more fret no more pain
I’m just going home.
Auntie Ann thank you for sharing your life with us. You will remain forever in our hearts. We are better people for having had you in our lives. We will miss you greatly.
Don't know where, don't know when
But I know we'll meet again
Some sunny day…
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PATRICIA O’SHAUGHNESSY posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 27, 2022
To Edward, Diane , Pat , Rose and Martina and your extended families , sincere condolences from all of us here in Clare , our mother Patsy loved Anna dearly and regaled us with many a funny story of times they spent together , we always enjoyed the times she came to visit us here , always remembered with love and joy , Trish, Breda, Therese, Rosie and Elaine xx
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Diane Keeley-Krause posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 27, 2022
We are all heartbroken here in Canada and across the sea as we say goodbye to the one who we have all cherished and sought after as our never ending source of light and love. We find comfort in knowing that your essence is a part of us and will continue to resonate in our souls, and indeed we are finding the symbols you have told us to look for which were present immediately upon your passing as you said they would be- heart shapes in the rock by the sea as your sisters and their families threw flowers in your honor, flocks of birds landing by your loved ones in the back garden. We will continue to feel your presence on every sunny day and in every gentle breeze; we will feel your embrace in the warmth of blankets and as we sit by the fire.
It is with gratitude for a well lived life together, and a happy one, that we will remember you always. You set a beautiful banquet table of life at which all were welcome. You stood up to all adversities, whether your own or for others, with grace, strength, courage and love; which you generously and effortlessly shared with every individual who had the good fortune to know you. You always wisely reminded your children even in our childhood of the proverb, “There but for the grace of God go I,” teaching us the most valuable lesson of life- to never pass judgment but to consider instead the lived experiences of every human being. You have taught all that have known you to look for hope and optimism in any and all circumstances.
To all of those who are mourning the loss of this magnificent woman, know that she would want you to find joy even in these moments as you did when you all showed up for her in these final weeks to say goodbye, sharing laughter and song as she always loved to do, sharing the passions of the Irish in the most heartfelt ways. Let us all imagine this beautiful, smiling woman now joining her beloved husband and her previously deceased loved ones sharing a song and dance in a grand hoolie in the skies above us here and across the sea.
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Catherine E Pringle posted a condolence
Monday, September 26, 2022
It was my honour and privilege to know Ann (and Eddie) for the last few years. She was always a highlight of my day because, no matter how badly things were going, she always managed to make me laugh. "That's the Irish way!" she'd say and wink. Her courage in the final days of her life surprised me not at all...that, too, is the Irish way. Godspeed, my dear friend.
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