Aug 07, 2022
It was Gramma Katie’s time
We last saw Gramma Katie on July 14th. She was not well which is why we made a quick visit to the coast. Katie went into hospice on July 29th and passed yesterday, August 6th just after 4AM. She will be forever loved by us and we miss her more than words can convey. So many memories.
July 22, 2010. We were staying in Point Roberts, Washington for a few days when Katie and Louie surprised Colin in his birthday. It was a double celebration as Katie’s birthday was the next day.
April 2011. Katie loved to feed humans and animals alike.
April 17, 2012. Our first stop back in Canada was to see Katie and Louie. Katie and I really enjoyed our wine.
Every time we got together ( whether here in Kelowna or at their home in Tsawwassen ) wonderful memories were created. Taken 2013.
Back cover 2019 calendar, photos taken on April 18, 2014.
With Carmeh and Carlie in 2016.
Katie exuded love. Not sure when this was taken.
July 26, 2021, we visited Katie and Louie to introduce them to our twins who were 6.5 months at the time. Katie was so delighted to see Carlie and Ceila, that smile never left her face.
Photos taken during our July 2021 visit. This collage is the back page of our 2022 calendar.
We took many photos during this last visit ( July 14, 2022 ) with Gramma Katie. You can click on the link at the top of this post if you wish to see some of them.
This visit was so bittersweet.
Gramma Katie turned 90 on July 23rd.
Two weeks latter she left this world. However we know that she is up in the heavens surrounded by all those who have loved her over the years and of course by hundreds upon hundreds of animals that she has cared for. Gramma Katie you will always be in our hearts and minds.
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I am so sorry for your loss but it was heavens gain. Hugs
What a wonderful thing to say. I always love your hugs.
Our deepest Condolences on your loss.
Much appreciated. Gramma Katie was like my Mom.
So very sorry for your loss. Know all to well how even losing a very dear friend, altho not “family” really is family and missed dreadfully… Take Care and God Bless
Thank you so much.
So very sorry, prayers of comfort, peace and understanding.
Thank you for always being there for me Sandy. The world has truly lost a very special soul.
So sorry for your loss. *hugs*
Thank you, it was worse than losing my Mom in 2013.
I’m so sorry *more hugs*
So sorry for your loss Contessa and Colin. BIG (((Hugs)))
Your hugs are very welcomed. We miss Katie so much.
Sounds like Katie was a great person and animal lover just like you. Sorry for your loss.
Thank you. Gramma Katie was definitely a wonderful person and she will be greatly missed. I love animals but I wouldn’t have fed young raccoons as she did 🙂
Sending you both our condolences on the loss of your friend.
Hugs and stinky dog breath kisses from Opal & Sequoia. 🙂
Many thanks.
Contessa, I am so very very sorry for your loss, I can tell you loved each other very much.
Thank you so very much. Yes we had a very special bond.
Our hearts go out to you and pray all the good memories will give you peace.
What would we do without our memories? It is so important to live each day to the fullest.
Ohhh Contessa & Colin, I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss, I know she meant the world to you both. Our hearts go out to you and your extended family
Love to you and Colin
Thank you so much Karen. Your words mean a good deal to us.
Condolences for the loss of a very special person. No words can adequately cover your pain. You are blessed to have had such a wonderful person in your life.
Thank you Janet. Yes we were blessed to have had Katie in our lives for over 25 years and now she is in our hearts.
Saw your post today, sorry for your loss. always hard.
Been wondering how you are feeling. That was quite a fall you took. Hope you are better.
Thank you for your kind words, yes it is difficult. My healing is also difficult. Time is my friend.
I’m so glad you had all those years of love with Grandma Katie. What wonderful memories you will have forever.
What a lovely thing to say. Yes the memories and the photos will keep Gramma Katie alive in our hearts.
Such lovely memories you have of her…remember them all in your time of grief! So very sorry for your loss!
Thank you Cindy. Like you we take lots of photos so the memories will always be there.
It’s so great to have so many posted and taken to relive great memories!
Sorry about your dear friend but she left you a wealth of memories. I just lost a 92 year old gardening friend. When I think of her it puts a smile on my face. Lives well lived?
Definitely lives well lived. I love your positive spin on their passing.
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear friend. Those we have had for years are so much harder to come to terms with.
This has been a very rough year for you all around.
Sorry to hear your bad news.