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Eileen Button posted a condolence
Saturday, July 25, 2026
So sorry to hear of Lemuel passing. Sincere condolences to all his family.
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Jacqueline Peach posted a condolence
Saturday, July 25, 2026
So very saddened to hear this, my condolences to all families at this difficult time, Lem will be missed by all.
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Josephine Hopkins posted a condolence
Saturday, July 25, 2026
We are so saddened to hear about Lem's passing. Thinking of family now and in the difficult days ahead. Love and prayers, Josephine and Esau Hopkins (Englee, NL)
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Denton and Bonnie Sullivan posted a condolence
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Denton and Bonnie Sullivan met Lem and Linda at church. Our grandson Carter met Lem down by the water. We found out that Roxanne and family had a trailer there. Our daughter Michelle, Mark and family are really closed to family. We were out for coffee with Lem and Linda. We had such a nice visit. He is a very kind and spiritual person. The Lord has gained an Angel. He is rejoicing with the Lord.
We will be praying for Linda, Roxanne and family, and Darren. Love and Prayers xoxoxo
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Gail Scheepers donated to Alzheimer Society Of Durham Region
Friday, July 24, 2026
Linda, Roxanne, Darren and family, sending my heart-felt condolences on the loss of Lem. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest in Paradise, Lem.
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Jim Gates uploaded photo(s)
Friday, July 24, 2026
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Sorry to hear the passing of your love one lemuel we have good memories we will keep you and your family in our prayers jim @ louise gates
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Gail Scheepers posted a condolence
Friday, July 24, 2026
I first met Linda and Lem back in 2012 when they came to look at a property I had for sale. Over the years, we had the privilege of working together several times, and along the way, a wonderful friendship bloomed. I was always so touched when Lem would call out of the blue just to say hello—I will miss those unexpected phone calls deeply. My heart goes out to Linda, Roxanne, and the entire family for this profound loss. And Lem, I think I’ve finally mastered the correct way to say "NEW-fun-land." Rest in Paradise, my friend.
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Terry & Jean Rowsell posted a condolence
Friday, July 24, 2026
To Viola, Betty-Lou, Otto and families,
So shocked and sorry to hear of Lemuel's passing. Our thought's and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Terry & Jean Rowsell
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Friday, July 24, 2026
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Friday, July 24, 2026
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Lois and Bill Bryan posted a condolence
Friday, July 24, 2026
We hold dear the memories of Lem playing his piano accordion at many home worship gatherings. We remember Lem's love and kindness toward us. Lem and Linda we love you and miss our special worship times together where you led us in the familiar choruses and taught us new ones. Lem also willingly played our requests. I especially remember him playing for us Christmas Carols even after saying they were more difficult arrangements. His heart for others was always evident as was his strong faith in Jesus.
