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Karen Simons posted a condolence
Monday, November 27, 2017
I am sorry to be adding the message after the memorial service and can only hope that some of Neil's family will still see it, to read one more tribute to such a warm and lovely man. I knew Neil first as my professor of a grad course in medieval cycle plays, but he very quickly became a friend and mentor, and Beryl became a dear friend too--not only to me, but to my husband Joe as well. Over the years of my PhD (Neil was a member of my dissertation committee), they had us over for so many wonderful meals (like "lupper") and conversations. Oh, the stimulation! The laughter! We had the prairies in common (Joe and I spent some years in Saskatchewan), and a religious upbringing in common, and much more besides. After we moved to Edmonton, Neil and Beryl always welcomed us home when we visited Ontario, and always gave us a place to stay.
We saw Neil for the last time in March 2016, after he hurt his back. After a lovely dinner with Beryl in their beautiful home, the three of us went to see Neil. He was entirely himself that evening, and as warm and interested in us as ever. I feared it would be our last time with him, and I am now so grateful for it.
Beryl, we love you. Philip, Geoffrey, and Karen, we have heard your names so many times over the years. Our thoughts are with you now. Your father has a very special place in our heart and our memories (as does Beryl). We count ourselves fortunate to have known him.
Karen and Joe Simons
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Michelle Spencer posted a condolence
Friday, November 24, 2017
We are so sorry to hear of Neil's passing. I always enjoyed chatting with him when I was at the house. I remember him fondly.
With much love,
Michelle, Stefan and Erik Zinke Spencer
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Nadine Gingrich posted a condolence
Thursday, November 23, 2017
I am deeply saddened to hear of Neil's passing. I first met him in the mid 70s when I took his course in Old English. If anyone could make Old English alive and fun, it was Neil. Later, during my MA studies, he acted as my teaching mentor for a writing course; he calmed my uncertainties with his easy manner and unflagging humour. Many years later when I entered the PhD program, Neil, as graduate officer, smoothed the way for me by getting my credits from Western transferred and recognized. But these are only my "official" dealings with Neil. What I recall most fondly were the times when I would run into him at the library or in the hallways and we would chat, and always laugh, about any number of things.
He was a genuinely kind and amicable man, one whose humour, wit, and intelligence will be missed by all who knew him. I offer my sincere condolences to his family.
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Gail Corning posted a condolence
Thursday, November 23, 2017
For a time while I worked on my Ph.D., I was given an office across the hall from Neil's. When we discovered we'd both come to Canada from the U.S. in the same year, we started chatting, and I developed such admiration for this kind, learned, helpful, and funny man. When I was in despair over my Latin translations, Neil would help; officially, he was my teaching mentor for one term, always encouraging. When I complained about the weather, Neil would remind me that, in N.D., if the wind stopped blowing, 80% of the population would fall flat on their faces. We developed a friendship, one I will miss greatly. He was a dear man and will leave a large empty space in the lives of all his family and friends. I am so sad for us all.
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Karen Golets Pancer posted a condolence
Thursday, November 23, 2017
Dear Beryl and Family,
The sad news of Neil's passing reached me in Martinique, where I am vacationing, so I regret I will be unable to attend the service on Saturday.
Neil was a kind neighbour when I lived around the corner on Tatlock, and an influential and memorable professor. I took his Linguistics class as part of my qualifying year before starting my M.A. at U of W and still recall some of his "real-life" examples of language use. Neil awakened in me an interest in Linguistics that continues to this day and I thank him for that.
I also remember Neil as a warm host when I attended a welcome party for new grad students that he and Beryl held in their lovely home, and also years later when he and Beryl invited me to their annual Christmas smorgasbord. I loved hearing his stories of growing up in North Dakota and his early years as a professor.
Neil was a good man who loved his children and grandchildren dearly. My deepest condolences on your loss.
Karen
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Joe Brito posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 22, 2017
My client, my friend and most of all my inspiration. Neil I was brought into your life through your daughter Karen who was reaching out for some assistance with your beloved Beryl but it soon became apparent that you and I would be the ones who developed a bond, friendship and most importantly trust. We shared many enjoyable moments and also some personal sadness. Your face would light up when I walked into your room and when I began to tell you about my weekend adventures with my grandchildren I was almost tempted to ring for the nurses because you would laugh so much I thought you may need to go to the bathroom. I will never forget the moments we've shared especially the last few days before you decided it was time to leave us. Rest in Peace my friend. You will be sadly missed but joyfully remembered for your kindness and your heart. We love you.
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