Andrew Cieslik (Friend)

Entered November 26, 2017 from Courtice

Sorry for your loss Jim.

Tom and Brenda Hatton (Friends)

Entered November 26, 2017 from Orange City Fl.

Jackie we only knew u for a few years but thought very highly of u...u were always very cheerful when we all talked or met...u will be truly missed...have a safe journey Friend...we will see u on the other side...Tommy and Brenda...

Rick & Pat Yakeley (Friend)

Entered November 26, 2017 from Port Perry

So sorry to hear about Jackie. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Jim & Mary Ann Schlattman (Custer) (Friend)

Entered November 26, 2017 from CUSTER

Jim, our prayers are with you and your family.

Lynda Shephard (Best friend)

Entered November 26, 2017 from Bowmanville

An amazing friend and confidant gone much too soon she will be forever in my heart.

My mom was my biggest fan, my best cheerleader and the person I knew I could count on for anything no matter what. She gave me confidence to pursue my dreams. She was proud of everything I did. She taught me the importance of family and the value of friends. She was the best role model a person could ask for - she lived her life honestly and openly, with grace and good humour. She always made time for the things that mattered and was the best friend anyone could ask for. I never, ever doubted the depth of my mother's love for me, my children, my sister, Jim or anyone she held dear in her heart.

As I've shared the news of my mom's passing with people in my life, the thing I've heard most is how much everyone loved her - she put people at ease and she was genuinely interested in knowing what was going on in their lives. She could find common ground with anyone, a skill that is truly special.

She was everywhere and never wanted to miss a thing, especially when it came to her grandchildren - she did her absolute best to be at every hockey game or soccer match or holiday concert or performance. Even when she wasn't feeling well, she was determined not to let her health slow her down. And mom never missed a chance to spend time with all of us at the cottage, that glorious place we are so blessed to have because of her.

She prioritized her family but also made time to be with her friends, old and new. She never passed up a chance to see a play, go out for dinner or just hang out with her pals. She loved you all dearly.

My mom has shaped so much of who I am it's hard to put into words just how much she means to me and how important she is in my life. I love you, mom. Forever and always.

I first met Jackie by accident. She tripped on a bar stool. Our relationship developed from there. Usually with me tripping up after that and Jackie picking me up. I can't believe all we've done in our short thirty years. Beginning with a magical wedding at Christmas after which we had a very eventful life together. Family time and events were an important part of our lives. Cottage long weekends were always a feast and all the time spent with family and friends was precious to Jackie.

We began sailing in 1995 and I really enjoyed it. Jackie, of course, loved the boating community and the socalizing. We had many sailing vacations and potlucks with wonderful people from that time in our lives. We have maintained many of those friendships over many years because of Jackie's outgoing personality.

We enjoyed travel together and went to the Caribbean a few times but Jackie's dream trip was to Hawaii which we accomplished for our 20th anniversary. We sailed in the British Virgin Islands and had a great time with our friends. We traveled to the Black Hills in our motor home which Jackie loved. We had numerous extra long weekend "glamping" trips in the motor home that were often shared with an RV-ing group. We meet a lot of wonderful people who have become valued and close friends.

Throughout our 30 year love affair we have innumerable people come in and out of our lives; each has had an influence to some degree in our lives. I would like to remember and thank all those whose company we have enjoyed and learned from over the years.

I don't believe my life would have been nearly good if I hadn't meet Jackie thirty years ago on October 15th at 9:30pm. A date I will never forget. And I will always cherish our life together. Goodbye my love. I miss you so much!