Contributions to the tribute of Agnes Dufournaud

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Marilyn Scott donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Wednesday, January 20, 2021

From Marilyn and David Scott, our heartfelt condolences to Agnes's family. Agnes and I shared time in vastly different capacities at Eastwood Collegiate, Conestoga College, and numerous other endeavours. But sharing friendship was the highlight of our times together, and I shall miss her very much.

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Humberto Ferreira donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Monday, January 18, 2021

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Sandy Tse donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Sunday, January 17, 2021

Harley Kaufmann-Sacrey posted a condolence

Saturday, January 16, 2021

I had the great fortune of meeting Agnes as a student of the Public Service program at Conestoga College. She was a peerless educator, a brilliant mind, a wonderful mentor, and a tireless advocate for her students. I learned a great deal from her and was the beneficiary many times over of her passion for enhancing lives. I am better for having known her. My heartfelt condolences go out to Agnes' friends and family at this challenging time.

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Cathy Campbell donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Friday, January 15, 2021

Catherine, Dan, Peter and family, I am so sorry that your mom passed away. She was a very good friend--so bright, caring, hilarious and loyal. I feel as if I know you well because she spoke about you constantly and was so proud of you.

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Paul Totzke donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Friday, January 15, 2021

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Deborah Tyrrell donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

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Roger & Sherryl Roth donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Tuesday, January 12, 2021

We were so sorry to hear of Agnes’ death. She touched so many people with her energetic and courageous spirit. What we will remember most about her is her ability to carefully listen with an open mind to all points of view. With deepest sympathy, Roger & Sherryl Roth

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Hilary Potts donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Tuesday, January 12, 2021

Agnes was a terrific support during my time in the Public Service program in its first year at Conestoga, and she's supported me since then and remained encouraging years after. Her enthusiasm and often direct approach in advising was so appreciated and helped students feel confident. In reading her obituary, it's wonderful to know Agnes had lovely family and friends, I enjoyed reading more about her life. My condolences.

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Samantha Sheppard donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Tuesday, January 12, 2021

Agnes was an incredibly kind and passionate person. I've never encountered an instructor who cared more about her student's success than Agnes. She will be deeply missed!

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Cecil and Jan Omand donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Tuesday, January 12, 2021

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Megan Sicoli donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Tuesday, January 12, 2021

My deepest sympathies to you. I was in the first year of the Public Service program at Conestoga and I truly do not believe I would be where I am in life without the guidance and support of Agnes.

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Gay and Stan Thompson donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Monday, January 11, 2021

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Giacomuzzo donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Monday, January 11, 2021

Words can not express my deep sadness and sympathy. I pray that all your beautiful memories of your Mom will give you strength and peace. Through the Divine Mercy of God, may she be welcomed home to heaven for all eternity.

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Doreen Armbruster donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Monday, January 11, 2021

My deepest sympathy to the family.

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Sarah Lawley and Doug Scanlon donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Sunday, January 10, 2021

Our thoughts are with you, Dan.

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Dave Leeson donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Sunday, January 10, 2021

Agnes was a wonderful friend. I will certainly miss her friendship. My condolences to Catherine and Daniel. Dave Leeson

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The Cayenne Family donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Sunday, January 10, 2021

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Agnes was a great friend and I will miss her very much.

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Tracey Carnahan donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Sunday, January 10, 2021

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Deborah & Ken Lancaster donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Sunday, January 10, 2021

Aunt Agnes (Chow Baby) was very special to me. Our thoughts and prayers are with Catherine, Dan and the family. Love Deborah and Ken Lancaster and family.

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Linda Martin donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Sunday, January 10, 2021

Agnes has been a good friend since our Grand River days. At our last lunch together, we spent time reminiscing, solving world problems, enjoying our food and laughing. Agnes, I’ll miss your bright spirit.

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Zelda and Doug Thomas donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Saturday, January 9, 2021

Agnes was a wonderful friend to both Doug and me. We had the pleasure of teaching with her. Please accept our condolences. We will miss her.

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Lisa Norcott posted a condolence

Saturday, January 9, 2021

Agnes was one of the nicest individuals that I have ever had to the pleasure of knowing. I worked with her for a few years in various schools and programs. She was always smiling and laughing. She always encouraged me and supported me with anything and everything she could. My heart is saddened by this news and wish the deepest condolences to her family. She was a very special lady!

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Nancy Campbell donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Saturday, January 9, 2021

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Crystal Brown posted a condolence

Saturday, January 9, 2021

I worked with Agnes at Conestoga College. She was a wonder! Our students in the English for Academic Purposes program loved her and really appreciated her sense of humour. She was kind, but firm, and really understood these newcomers to Canada. As a colleague, she was warm, engaging and full of life! She will be deeply missed. My condolences to all her family. Crystal Brown

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Pat Timms donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Saturday, January 9, 2021

Fondly remember Agnes as my Economics teacher at GRCI and then as my colleague at CHCI. Always appreciated her kindness and her positive outlook. May her memory be eternal.

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Loretta Demers donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Saturday, January 9, 2021

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Rose Noonan donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Saturday, January 9, 2021

I was saddened and shocked to hear of Agnes's passing. Agnes was a dear friend and valued mentor and I will miss her greatly. Agnes believed in me, even when I didn't believe in myself. She was an innovator in all areas of her life and was truly committed to helping to improve the lives of those around her. She was a kind and caring sole with a love of life and laughter. I will miss her greatly! She was truly proud of her children, Catherine and Dan and they along with her siblings are in my thoughts and prayers.

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Louise Leonard donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Saturday, January 9, 2021

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Joelle Cruz donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Friday, January 8, 2021

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Jennifer Ferreira uploaded photo(s)

Friday, January 8, 2021

Words cannot describe how saddened we were to hear about Agnes’ passing. Agnes was a truly caring, selfless and compassionate soul. She was always a glass half full person and always managed to find humor in challenging times. My mum Gay (featured in the photo in the red sweatshirt) met Agnes in 1976 and a lifelong friendship was born. We are forever thankful that Agnes was brought into our lives. My first memories of Agnes are of R.H. King school field trips to Canada’s Wonderland (I was about 7 years old, in the early 1980’s and was allowed to miss school). Agnes was so much fun to be around and spent lots of time playing games and winning toys for me. Agnes was particularly fond of my son Nicolas who has developmental disabilities, and for this I am grateful. We wish the world were full of more people like her. We will miss her and are sending love, thoughts and prayers to Catherine, Dan, Peter, Dominique, Christian and all the family. Love, Jen, Bert, Lexie and Nico Ferreira

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M.J. Sauer donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Friday, January 8, 2021

Maureen Murphy-Fricker posted a condolence

Friday, January 8, 2021

Agnes was the "genuine article". She was a great teacher, mentor, and coach to her students. As my colleague, Agnes was a true joy to work with, always willing to listen and share - with a constant twinkle in her eye and smile on her face. I will truly miss our talks!! We've lost a real treasure. Sincerely, Professor Maureen Murphy-Fricker School of Interdisciplinary Studies Interim President, OPSEU CAAT-A Local 237 Conestoga College

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Anthony Piscitelli donated to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Friday, January 8, 2021

I met Agnes when after her second retirement I succeeded her as Program Coordinator for the Public Service program. She was a lovely woman always willing to help me any way she could. She also worked tirelessly on behalf of her students. I always enjoyed speaking with her anytime I saw her at the office. She has served as a role model for me in my career and she will be missed.

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Tamara posted a condolence

Friday, January 8, 2021

Never has there been a purer soul or more caring heart than hers. Selfless to the core, her wisdom and profound moral courage carried family, friends, students, and colleagues through countless crises. She faced life’s most painful challenges, and still had laughter and song to share. I’ll forever be grateful for her friendship.

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The Roesslers posted a condolence

Friday, January 8, 2021

Agnes was a wonderful neighbour for many years on Amos Ave. She was pleasant, relaxed and the most easy going neighbour a person could ask for. While she was always busy with work and didn't see her too often, she admired my parents' garden every time she was out on her deck. She laughed and said this is why she couldn't move, the view was too good. Many times Agnes would call over to my parents (Elisabeth & Bodo) near the fence and ask for advice, borrowing a garden tool or offering a friendly hello. She would always stop and chat and share in a chuckle or two until we would see her next. Agnes will truly be missed. May she Rest In Peace. Our sincerest condolences, The Roesslers (Bodo, Elisabeth & Rebecca) ~ Next door neighbours

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Margie Gowing pledged to donate to THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY OF CANADA/SOCIETE DE LEUCEMIE & LYMPHOME DU CANADA

Friday, January 8, 2021

From Margie and Doug Gowing (and Michelle)

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Chris Lancaster posted a condolence

Friday, January 8, 2021

From a member of the Lancaster family (Chris) we have all been talking about Agnes and the family this week a ton, she will be missed in a big way. Though we only saw Agnes at family reunions and weddings, she always felt like an aunt, loving, caring, thoughtful and inquisitive. She was a huge part in my mother Deborah’s development and we know she was a great mother, sister, and friend. We can’t wait to see the rest of the family when this is all over and share stories of Agnes. She will always be in our hearts and minds.

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Mark Harper posted a condolence

Thursday, January 7, 2021

I worked with Agnes at both the Waterloo Region District School Board and the Ministry of Education. Agnes was a wonderful colleague and person. She always brought laughter and enthusiasm to any endeavour. Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Agnes.

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Thursday, January 7, 2021

Agnes Dufournaud

1951 - 2021