Thursday, November 9, 2023
I will surely miss my dear, sweet friend Grace. She was my friend for over a period of 20 years.
Gracie welcomed me into her life when I first moved to this area and I was so very grateful for her presence in my life.
Many people will miss this wonder of a woman.
She had wonderful and unique attributes not least of which was a great sense of humour, a forgiving nature, tons of energy, a strong sense of purpose, a keen sense of learning and lots of good will.
Grace managed to maintain a sense of curiosity and a sense of wonder towards the world around her. She loved life. She was a seeker of wisdom. Her spiritual beliefs were grounded in kindness, forgiveness and love.
Grace was passionate about music.…. especially, but not limited to, jazz. Often, we would travel to Port Perry, Markham and Oshawa to hear jazz groups play. We would also meet up at various places to hear choirs and solo violinists and pianists, folk singers, bluegrass music and folk festivals. Almost everywhere we went Grace knew somebody. I think this may be in part because Grace had so many interests. Her most recent activities ranged from hiking to playing in a band to singing in a choir to taking part in community events. Remember when I said she was energetic?
Last but not least I must say …..
Grace loved her family dearly. She was so proud of her children and her grandchildren.
My heart holds them close as they grieve the loss of their mom and grandmother… truly and in honour.