Connie & Robert Remedios (Family Friend)

Entered July 26, 2016 from Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada

Alsa, Alan and all family members,

So sorry to hear the sad news of the passing of your mother. She is resting peacefully in God's hands now.

With Deepest Sympathy from the both of us.

Connie & Robert

My friends and colleagues have expressed their sympathies about my mom's long and painful battle, saying how hard it was for me and my two sisters had to spend weeks and weeks in the hospital when she was diagnosed in her terminal stage of dementia. Although she was non-verbal as a result of her stroke that affected her speech a few years ago, she was a happy elderly. She loved being surrounded by her children and grand children, especially when we reminded her of all the happy memories of our childhood up until now. I can see the joy in her eyes. Sometimes she giggled and acknowledged it with a smile . After she passed away, I am so grateful and blessed to have spent so much time with her during this last chapter of her life. She was my close friend, my teacher, my role model and a good listener. I missed her so much that words can never be expressed. The most valuable things that she has left behind for me, my brothers and sisters is her example. I was always inspired by her perseverance with all the challenges she faced after the death of our late father when we were little. She was no doubt a brave fighter and a 120% caring mother. We cannot express enough in words how much we appreciated her love, lifetime of dedication and self-sacrifice to the family. She will be sadly missed and remembered in our heart. Her wisdom and love will continue to guide each one of us throughout our lives. The fond memories we have had with mom and our laughter will motivate us to move on. Spiritually, mom is still with us. She is watching us coming and going. The most important thing she wants to see us enjoy life and be happy. Our memories with mom will continue to be shared with our next generations for many years to come. But, greater than the sorrow of her death is the joy she spread in her life and her unconditional love to all of us. I love you and missed you so much, mom. There is a karma connection between you and me. Our tie will never break. We will catch up and see each other again, at which time I can repay your upbringing of me and taking care of my son during the most difficult time of my life. Please rest in peace.