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Frank and Margaret Brunetti posted a condolence
Thursday, November 1, 2018
We got to know Irene through my mother-in-law, Jean Bell. She golfed with us and showed an amazing amount of patience. She was adored by so many people. Jean was one of those people and hosted Irene's 80th birthday party just days before her sudden passing. Rest in peace Irene.
Frank & Marg
Windsor, Ontario
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Audrey Laverty posted a condolence
Thursday, October 11, 2018
Our sincere condolences to Irene's Family. And thankful to Irene's close Friends that were there for her in her hours of need. She will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts. The Laverty Family and Marife Estabillo.
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Thursday, October 11, 2018
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We sure will miss you Irene. You have been a dear friend to the family and my Mother Irma Swatogor for many many years. Fond memories of you over Thanksgivings and Mothers Birthdays. Thank you for all your support over the years. Safe Journey....Love from the Laverty's.
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Audrey Laverty donated to HOSPITAL AUXILIARY TO ALEXANDRA MARINE & GENERAL HOSPITAL
Thursday, October 11, 2018
Irene Okahashi dear friend of the Laverty family and will be dearly missed. Irma Swatogor friend
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Audrey Laverty donated to ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION GODERICH (ONT NO 109) BRANCH POPPY FUND THE
Thursday, October 11, 2018
In honour of Irene Okahashi a very good friend of the family. She will be dearly missed.
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Judy Sloan posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 9, 2018
On behalf of the Huron Pioneer Thresher and Hobby Assn I would like to express our sincere sympathy to the family of Irene.
She has been a member and valued crafter for many years at our show. I have personally purchased her beautiful wool socks she knit (and won prizes for at the fairs). You are in our thoughts, Sincerely Judy Sloan
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Rose and Nobby Yamashita posted a condolence
Friday, October 5, 2018
My deepest sympathy to Joyce. Irene will be truly missed by all her friends. Sincerely Rose and Nobby
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Pat Dicks posted a condolence
Thursday, October 4, 2018
So sorry to hear of Irene's passing. Had some wonderful times with her through Guides when we lived in Goderich. She certainly gave so much to her community- will be so missed by many.
Pat and Liza Dicks
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Linda Skelly posted a condolence
Thursday, October 4, 2018
I remember our Aunt Irene as a capable, strong and independant woman. A feminist before feminism was popular. I remember her gifts of warm, knitted woolen socks that were reinforced with thread in the toes and heels because that is where they always wore out. And they came with handwritten instructions on how to wash them. Once when she stayed with us while recuperating from pneumonia, I gave her a pie dough recipe which she loved and continued to call it my special pie dough recipe even though I repeatedly told her it came from the Tenderflake box. Anyway, I was proud that she actually admired something about me because she was not an easy woman to impress and did not suffer fools. Irene, my older brother Bob and I also shared the same birthday. She would send us birthday money yearly to go out for supper to celebrate our collective birthdays, which we did. We were close with her daughter (my cousin) Patricia and grew closer to Irene during Patricia’s battle with cancer and eventual passing. Mom and daughter are reunited now. Happy trails Irene.
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Jennifer Parkinson posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
Jennifer Parkinson says:
September 28, 2018 at 1:39 pm
Irene & I are birthday twins and I was able to celebrate our birthdays together at my Aunt Sharon’s home in February 2017.
I was able to cook her favourite meal, Stir Fry, for the occasion and I made her a Log Cake.
[chocolate biscuits & fresh whipping cream] .
I am saddened by the loss of Irene, however I believe she is in a more peaceful, gentler and kinder place.
Irene was a formidable force, constantly stepping up to contribute to community events and fundraising.
Irene, like a dear, dear and confusing friend of mine in Winnipeg had/has such a generous and giving Spirit: however the personality did not match the generosity.
I believe we ALL misrepresent our true selves at many times & in many ways in our lives.
I know I do and have, however every day I strive to grow forward in LOVE not FEAR!
I am so grateful that in the two weeks before Irene passed I enjoyed being able to participate and provide support to Irene by accompanying her going to the credit union, grocery store, Victoria Hospital in London, out for a Bento Lunch at a very nice sushi place in London with Irene & Karen, enjoyed a sunset down at the Harbour and a frozen yogurt [on a waffle cone] afterwards, [to which Irene said were 2 firsts for her] with Auntie Sharon.
I believe Life is a massive learning curve and we all never know what is going on inside for other people we encounter day to day, so we could ALL anchor ourselves in LOVE & KINDNESS…there is already way too much FEAR & LOATHING in this Beautiful World!
“You never really understand a person until you consider things from his [their] point of view….Until you climb into his [their] skin and walk around in it.” ~ Atticus Finch
A spry & chipper 93 year old neighbour of my 100 year old Great Aunt Mavis in Ottawa [RIP] who had just lost his wife of 65 years, said to me that same February [2017] when we had a little chat about Life, The Universe & Everything…
“…well..IT is ALL about how we treat it!”
May we ALL treat Life and each other WELL!
I LOVE YOU IRENE…may your tired Spirit soar free…Thank you for all that you shared with me!
I am GRATEFUL my feisty little birthday twin!
Peace be with you!
Sincerely & with Love,
Jennifer Parkinson
Winnipeg Manitoba & Ennistymon, County Clare, Ireland
xoxox
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Susan Lehnen posted a condolence
Monday, October 1, 2018
Irene was an enthusiastic and successful participant in the needle work competitions and a craft vendor at the Bayfield Fair. In 2017, Irene received the President's Award from the Bayfield Agricultural Society for her long-time support of the organization. Irene always had excellent advice to share about fundraising. Her quick wit and personality will be missed by her friends at the Bayfield Agricultural Society.
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Frank Inaba donated to OTTAWA JAPANESE CULTURAL CENTRE
Monday, October 1, 2018
My sincerest condolences to Joyce Uchida, to Nancy Uchida and to the nieces and nephews
Frank Inaba
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Dave and Mary Bedour posted a condolence
Saturday, September 29, 2018
I am sorry to hear of Irene’s passing. I have many fond memories of her at the Maitland Country Club. Rest In Peace.
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Kathi Penney-Goebel lit a candle
Friday, September 28, 2018
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I have know Irene for most my life through my Aunt Betty Kessinger. Seeing her on her trips to Florida every year and up on the farm in CLINTON. Many happy memories. I will miss our conversations.
My sympathies to her family.
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Lynn bearden posted a condolence
Friday, September 28, 2018
Irene and I joined Alexandra Marine and General Hospital Auxiliary the same year. She was a tireless volunteer and our treasurer for many years. Numerous bake sales she organized raised a lot of money for the hospital. She will be missed by me and all auxiliary members.
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Gladys McGregor posted a condolence
Thursday, September 27, 2018
So sorry to hear about Irenes Passing A great lady and we played a lot of golf together. I haven't seen her for a couple of years due to illness but I always enjoyed her.
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Gerald Robinson lit a candle
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
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Irene was a family friend for 50 years she will be missed so sorry for the family loss..
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Lloyd Takeyasu posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
I will always remember my Aunt Irene as a loving mother. Irene's daughter Patricia lived in Calgary, where I live. When Patricia was dying from cancer in 2011, Irene came out to provide care. She was tireless, supportive and stayed strong for her daughter. I was so impressed with Irene as a person and mother. May she and her beloved daughter be reunited in a better place.
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Lloyd Takeyasu uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
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Picture taken in Calgary on the occasion of Irene's visit: Bob Skelly (Husband of Irene's niece Linda Yamashita), Irene Okahashi, Cynthia Palahniuk (wife of Irene's nephew, Lloyd Takeyasu (Nephew)
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Jayne Cardno posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
So sorry to hear that we have lost Irene. She was such a dynamic lady. I have many memories of good times spent with her and Patty,Patricia. I hope her family takes confort in knowing she led a well-rounded life. It was full of hard work. Seldom was she not busy. It was also rewarding with many friends and many occupations that allowed her to give her talents and her best.
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The family of Irene Okahashi uploaded a photo
Wednesday, September 26, 2018
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Robin Soff posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
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Irene was an incredible, amazing woman. She was strong and intelligent, she was a worker, she was beautiful and she was a great mother and friend. She was Aunt Irene to me and my siblings. She was loved and loving, she will never be forgotten. May God bless her and keep her for eternity.
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Helen Rix posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
I have known Irene for 62 years. She was a good friend to my Mother ( Beatrice Corran) and after her passing we rekindled our friendhip.She is the strongest woman I've ever known. She was so kind and loving in her own private way. I know she will be happy to reunite with her daughter. She often talked about her to me as I remember her. I was so blessed to have this lovely lady in my life and share time with me. We shared our struggle with cancer and know I will meet up with her soon. My sincere condolences to her family and dear friends.
I will miss her Helen Corran Rix.
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Helen Rix uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
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Only one of many happy days with Irene.
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The family of Irene Okahashi uploaded a photo
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
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