Book of Memories for Lee Warner Larkin

Story shared: Memories from Akey Hung

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 17:44:39 EST

Dear Friends of Lee: We all miss our beloved Lee, don’t we? I first met Lee when I came to Collingwood before Jeff and Lily’s wedding, and I visited him and Beverly many times since. Whenever I went through Customs at the airport and was asked by the Immigration Officer the reason why I wanted to visit Canada, I always replied that my daughter had decided to marry an Irish Canadian so I got to enjoy visiting her in-laws at least once a year. Yes, Lee was a wonderful person and very easy to get along with. When I told him that I did not like to wear ties, he said he would certainly go along with me if I chose not to wear one at the wedding. So we were the only male family members at the wedding without them! I have told Jeff many times that I enjoyed visiting his parents because I felt so at home in their house. I was grateful for Lee’s hospitality - he generously provided Swiss cheese and multi-grain bread when I requested them before my visit, and welcomed me to open the refrigerator to make myself delicious sandwiches anytime during my visits. Of course, I also enjoyed dining at the water-front restaurant that Lee treated us to in Thornbury. Although I am currently unable to travel as I recover from back surgeries, it was for reasons like these that I was looking forward to many more visits as soon as I am fully recovered. Now that our beloved Lee is no longer with us, I won’t get to telephone him and visit him anymore. But I will treasure my visits and our friendship forever. Lee, I miss you! - Akey

Condolence From Peter , Chris and Sandi Marshall

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 12:41:11 EST

Dear David , and all the Larkins, We are very saddened by the loss of your father and close friend. We hope that with time you will remember the good times and the laughter he brought to your all. Peter, Christopher and Sandi Marshall, Bermuda

Condolence From Georgia and Tory Coward

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 12:35:50 EST

David, Cathy, Jeff , Ginny and of course Bev We feel very sad about Lee and feel really lucky that we got to know him and how he made us always feel like part of the family...we will miss him alot

Condolence From John and Greta Marshall, Bermuda

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 13:19:18 EST

Dear Larkin Family, We are truly saddened by the passing of Lee. For the limited times that we met with Lee he was kind, considerate and a wonderful man to converse with. Our thoughts are with all of you and we hope that with time you will all find the peace within to know what a special person he was.... John and Greta Marshall

Condolence From Wendy & Andrew Pollock

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 22:23:34 EST

To our dearest friend Cathy and family it was with a great sense of loss when we heard of your father’s death. We wanted to let you know that you have our greatest sympathy, and our hearts are truly saddened. Your father was more than just a wonderful person; he was always kind and considerate. And, we are sure his passing will not only leave a void in your family’s lives, but in the hearts of all those who knew him. We hope between the mourning and celebration of his life you are able to share some fun stories about your father as I’m sure you have a ton! Someone once said that in the end we all give the world three things: we give it our labour – whatever it is we do, no matter how humble, that makes us an asset rather than a liability. We give it our example – how we live, love, handle both acclaim and adversity. Most of all, we give it our children – the greatest expression of faith and hope there is. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you Cathy. With our deepest sympathy, Wendy & Andrew Pollock

Condolence From Gerry Frappier

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 17:11:29 EST

To my good buddy Dave and all his family , Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your father . I can only hope that time will help ease the pain of your loss and leave only the happy memories which will always be with you . With deepest sympathy , Gerry Frappier

Condolence From George Ferguson

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 12:41:29 EST

Dearest Bev I extend to you and your family my deep sympathy. Time has not faded memories of glorious times my beloved Diana and I shared with you and Lee in so many places over the years. Your Lee was a remarkable person who contributed so much to the lives of so many. Although I have not had the great pleasure of seeing you and Lee for many years, I share glorious memories with you and all those who had the joy and privilege of being a friend of Lee. Love to you all George Ferguson.

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Mon, 03 Jan 2011 09:08:26 EST