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Gwendolyn Mary (Billings) Woermke
July 2, 1922 ~ December 5, 2016 (age 94) 94 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Mary Sue Smith
December 17, 2016 9:01 AM
Hi Mark
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your Mom. I was sorry I was unable to get up to the Bay to offer these in person. I will always remember your Mom for the warmth and hospitality she always showed our family. Well, that and her awesome baking. Post-midnight mass with your family was always a highlight of the Christmas season.
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your Mom. I was sorry I was unable to get up to the Bay to offer these in person. I will always remember your Mom for the warmth and hospitality she always showed our family. Well, that and her awesome baking. Post-midnight mass with your family was always a highlight of the Christmas season.
Message from Linda Shulist
December 10, 2016 12:54 PM
Dear Mark: you were the light of your Mother's life. How wonderful that you got to keep her for so many good years. She was a wonderful, generous, community-minded woman and I will always remember the many, many times she played the piano and sang with us at Valley Manor. She brought pleasure to so many through the sharing of her gift of music. Rest in Peace Gwen. Linda xox
A candle was lit by Glenn Prince
on December 10, 2016 5:59 AM
Message from Karen Yakabuski
December 9, 2016 1:24 PM
Dear Mark;
My sincere expression of sympathy. What a wonderful long and enduring life Gwen had... ..... the ever changing face of reality, however, is a constant . I have no doubt your memories will be rich, and I have a feeling that your Mom will never be far away .
Regrettably, I will not be able to attend the funeral . Blessings and prayers.
Karen
My sincere expression of sympathy. What a wonderful long and enduring life Gwen had... ..... the ever changing face of reality, however, is a constant . I have no doubt your memories will be rich, and I have a feeling that your Mom will never be far away .
Regrettably, I will not be able to attend the funeral . Blessings and prayers.
Karen
A candle was lit by Karen Yakabuski
on December 9, 2016 11:52 AM
Message from Jim & Carolyn Kearney
December 9, 2016 8:29 AM
Our sympathy Mark on your loss of your mother. She was a wonderful woman & will be rembered for her many acts of kindness to the community. May she rest in peace
Message from Brian and Patricia Chiasson
December 9, 2016 7:40 AM
Dear Mark, We are thinking of you at this time of sorrow. We are saddened by the loss of your mother. Please remember that you have another "family" in Ottawa. We will connect with you when you return to Ottawa.
Message from Loraine Haskins
December 8, 2016 10:11 PM
Dear Mark
You have lost a loving Mother, and the community has lost a great lady..
Gwen had wonderful stories to tell, and was always ready to strike up a tune wherever there was a piano available.. She never failed to send a birthday card, or a greeting on St. Patrick's Day, she had the most beautiful handwriting. We remember well the fun Irish singalongs at the Balmoral Hotel..She was a true treasure. I feel your pain.
You have lost a loving Mother, and the community has lost a great lady..
Gwen had wonderful stories to tell, and was always ready to strike up a tune wherever there was a piano available.. She never failed to send a birthday card, or a greeting on St. Patrick's Day, she had the most beautiful handwriting. We remember well the fun Irish singalongs at the Balmoral Hotel..She was a true treasure. I feel your pain.
Message from Claire (Villeneuve) & Wayne Sullivan
December 8, 2016 7:38 PM
Mark:
A mother is with us always, first in her lifetime, then forever in our memory. May you find peace & comfort in knowing that your grief is shared by so many.
I shall miss our many "neighbourly" chats and of course, her beautiful piano tunes one could hear from her open front door during a quiet & warm summer evening.
God bless you and the extended "Billings" family.
A mother is with us always, first in her lifetime, then forever in our memory. May you find peace & comfort in knowing that your grief is shared by so many.
I shall miss our many "neighbourly" chats and of course, her beautiful piano tunes one could hear from her open front door during a quiet & warm summer evening.
God bless you and the extended "Billings" family.
Message from Claire (Villeneuve) & Wayne sullivan
December 8, 2016 7:30 PM
Mark:
A mother is with us always, first in her lifetime, then forever in our memory. May you find peace & comfort in knowing that your grief is shared by so many. I shall miss our many "neighbourly" chats and of course, her beautiful piano tunes one could hear from her open front door during a peaceful & warm summer evening.
God bless you and the extended "Billings" Family.
A mother is with us always, first in her lifetime, then forever in our memory. May you find peace & comfort in knowing that your grief is shared by so many. I shall miss our many "neighbourly" chats and of course, her beautiful piano tunes one could hear from her open front door during a peaceful & warm summer evening.
God bless you and the extended "Billings" Family.
A candle was lit by Claire (Villeneuve) & Wayne Sullivan
on December 8, 2016 7:27 PM
Message from Michael Yakabuski
December 8, 2016 4:46 PM
Dear Mark,
Deepest sympathy on your Mom's passing.
I saw the article on her taking the stage at 93 for the play "Here comes the Train".
Great to see her able to share those stories of Lake Traverse and life in the park.
I'm sorry I won't be able to make it down for her service but thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
She had a full life in service of others and her and your Dad were great godparents to have.
Michael, Grace, Anne, Caitlin and Dylan
Yellowknife , NT
Deepest sympathy on your Mom's passing.
I saw the article on her taking the stage at 93 for the play "Here comes the Train".
Great to see her able to share those stories of Lake Traverse and life in the park.
I'm sorry I won't be able to make it down for her service but thoughts and prayers are with you and family.
She had a full life in service of others and her and your Dad were great godparents to have.
Michael, Grace, Anne, Caitlin and Dylan
Yellowknife , NT
Message from Lesley (Kitty Fox) and Peter (Albert Graeme)
December 8, 2016 4:36 PM
Our condolences to the Woermke/Billings family on Gwen's passing. We're so glad to have met her many times during our 2015 staging of _Here Comes the Train! (The Ottawa Valley Railway Story)_, that she and we were able to immortalise some of her life for Valley people, and that she was so entertained to see herself on stage! Who knew she would turn out to be such a good actor?!
All the best always to the whole family. Know that many treasure memories of Gwen along with you.
All the best always to the whole family. Know that many treasure memories of Gwen along with you.
A candle was lit by Michael Yakabuski
on December 8, 2016 4:29 PM
A candle was lit by Jennifer Huestis
on December 8, 2016 1:41 PM
Message from Earl Conway
December 8, 2016 7:49 AM
Dear Mark
There is not a lot I can say to help ease your pain and the loss of your mom. Please know that the gang is here for you.
Remember all the good times you have had with your mom. It has been over two years that my mom and dad have been gone and it still hurts at times, but remembering the fun times really helps.
I will always remember when a few of us would go for a walk at Christmas and then head back to your mom’s house for a hot cup of tea and a piece of Gwen’s famous chocolate cake. Then listen to her tell us a few funny stories and play a few tunes on the piano.
I will keep you and your mom in my prayers.
Earl
There is not a lot I can say to help ease your pain and the loss of your mom. Please know that the gang is here for you.
Remember all the good times you have had with your mom. It has been over two years that my mom and dad have been gone and it still hurts at times, but remembering the fun times really helps.
I will always remember when a few of us would go for a walk at Christmas and then head back to your mom’s house for a hot cup of tea and a piece of Gwen’s famous chocolate cake. Then listen to her tell us a few funny stories and play a few tunes on the piano.
I will keep you and your mom in my prayers.
Earl
A candle was lit by JOAN COULAS
on December 8, 2016 12:29 AM
A candle was lit by Susan and Chris Donison
on December 7, 2016 7:09 PM
A candle was lit by Georgina Etmanskie
on December 7, 2016 6:49 PM
Message from Patricia Parisee
December 7, 2016 6:27 PM
My deepest sympathy Mark on the passing of your mother. You are in my thoughts and prayer at this difficult time. I had the pleasure to meet your mother through Joanne Olsen.
Your Mom was a great lady, she will be missed.
Your Mom was a great lady, she will be missed.
Message from Amy Jo Smith
December 7, 2016 6:19 PM
Mark, I was very sorry to hear about your mom's passing. She was a great lady. I have many great memories of your mom and dad, especially at this time of year.
Message from Iwona and Marv Mooney
December 7, 2016 5:38 PM
Dear Mark,
May the passage of time and fond memories be your guiding light at this time. We were honoured to have known your Mother and learned so much from her about this area we now call home. May she rest in peace,
May the passage of time and fond memories be your guiding light at this time. We were honoured to have known your Mother and learned so much from her about this area we now call home. May she rest in peace,
A candle was lit by Patricia Parisee
on December 7, 2016 4:46 PM
Message from Sue Eldridge
December 7, 2016 2:57 PM
Dear a Mark,
Sending you our heartfelt condolences. We only met your Mom once but from all accounts she was an amazing woman. Let your memories of your wonderful Mom bring you comfort. Thinking of you , Sue and Gerry Eldridge
Sending you our heartfelt condolences. We only met your Mom once but from all accounts she was an amazing woman. Let your memories of your wonderful Mom bring you comfort. Thinking of you , Sue and Gerry Eldridge
Message from Earl Conway
December 7, 2016 2:32 PM
Dear Mark
There is not a lot I can say to help ease your pain and the loss of your mom. Please know that the gang is here for you.
Remember all the good times you have had with your mom. It has been over two years that my mom and dad have been gone and it still hurts at times, but remembering the fun times really helps.
I will always remember when a few of us would go for a walk at Christmas and then head back to your mom’s house for a hot cup of tea and a piece of Gwen’s famous chocolate cake. Then listen to her tell us a few funny stories and play a few tunes on the piano.
I know she is playing the piano in heaven and my parents are dancing.
I will keep you and your mom in my prayers.
Earl
There is not a lot I can say to help ease your pain and the loss of your mom. Please know that the gang is here for you.
Remember all the good times you have had with your mom. It has been over two years that my mom and dad have been gone and it still hurts at times, but remembering the fun times really helps.
I will always remember when a few of us would go for a walk at Christmas and then head back to your mom’s house for a hot cup of tea and a piece of Gwen’s famous chocolate cake. Then listen to her tell us a few funny stories and play a few tunes on the piano.
I know she is playing the piano in heaven and my parents are dancing.
I will keep you and your mom in my prayers.
Earl
A candle was lit by Steve & Marilyn Glofcheskie
on December 7, 2016 1:02 PM
A candle was lit by J.E. Mike Poliquin37
on December 7, 2016 12:56 PM
A candle was lit by Bonnie Coulas
on December 7, 2016 12:55 PM
A candle was lit by Julie Poliquin and Marco Compagna
on December 7, 2016 12:52 PM
Message from Geoff and Sylvia Post
December 7, 2016 12:19 PM
Dear Mark,
What an engaging, accomplished and witty woman your Mother was. We are all so lucky to have had her in our midst.
You have been a wonderful son and the two of you have had such fun together.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Geoff and Sylvia
What an engaging, accomplished and witty woman your Mother was. We are all so lucky to have had her in our midst.
You have been a wonderful son and the two of you have had such fun together.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Geoff and Sylvia
Message from Vicki (Burchat) StAmand
December 7, 2016 12:16 PM
Dear Mark:
I remember many cups of tea, plates of cookies, and hours of stories with you and Gwen at the kitchen table! Sincere condolences..
Vicki
I remember many cups of tea, plates of cookies, and hours of stories with you and Gwen at the kitchen table! Sincere condolences..
Vicki
A candle was lit by Heather and Mike Poliquin
on December 7, 2016 12:00 PM
A candle was lit by Connie (Lorbetskie) Schwieg
on December 7, 2016 11:28 AM
A candle was lit by Marian Gaffney
on December 7, 2016 7:17 AM
A candle was lit by Joan Pecarski
on December 6, 2016 9:47 PM
A candle was lit by Basil & Marg Brotton
on December 6, 2016 9:42 PM
Message from Mary Golka
December 6, 2016 8:40 PM
Dear Mark, Please accept my Deepest Sympathy on your Mother's passing. I'm sorry I will not be able to attend the Funeral but please know you are in my thoughts and Prayers. She will be greatly missed. You have been a great son and I know you will have many memories,cherish them and remember them at those difficult times it will help you to get through them. Love and Prayers. Mary
A candle was lit by Nancy Checko
on December 6, 2016 6:01 PM
A candle was lit by Ron and Joyce Lorbetskie
on December 6, 2016 3:14 PM
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