HENRIETTE CRETAIN

Condolences & Memories (47 entries)

• Hi you It’s been awhile but I was listening to Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn- I felt you were close by- can’t believe how we used to sing together and we thought we were pretty good- Miss you and love you 😘 - Posted by: Alice Lambert (Sister in law ) on: Jan 01, 2025

• Hi Henry- It’s been crazy how many relatives are leaving us in the past year. Fern’s first cousins passed away 2 weeks apart and both unexpected. Last night I got a call that another family member has cancer but the outcome seems promising after surgery but I don’t trust CANCER- Miss you 😢. - Posted by: Alice Lambert (Sister-in-law ) on: Nov 10, 2024

• 12 years without you has been difficult 😥. I don’t go to the graveyard- I drive to your house and drive in the driveway for a few minutes and leave- miss you so much - Posted by: Alice Lambert (Sister-in-law ) on: Nov 10, 2023

• Hi Henry - Thoughts of you pretty much all day to the point my heart is breaking- wish you were here! Love you - Posted by: Alice Lambert (Sister-in-law ) on: Jun 21, 2023

• Hi Henry - went to see George who’s living right in St Adolphe but decided to drive right through and turned into the driveway of your home and just sat there crying- I feel you’re more there than at the cemetery - felt these eyes on so I backed out the car and drove to George’s - Still an empty space and an aching in my heart- love you 😘 - Posted by: Alice Lambert (Sister-in-law ) on: Mar 26, 2023

• It’s been months since I last checked in with you - you’ll always be in my heart ❤️, thoughts and prayers 🙏 George wants to go for a long bike trip and when he comes back he’ll sell his motorcycle- I want him to go because it gives him something to look forward to (his last bike trip) I don’t want him to go because I’ve always been worried about him getting injured- wearing a helmet is a false sense of security- Working in the medical field- I have seen cracked helmets - severe injuries and a couple of DOA - Love you 🥰 - Posted by: Alice Lambert (Sister-in-law ) on: Mar 19, 2023

• Happy birthday 🎂 Haven’t checked in with you in a awhile - it’s been too depressing- didn’t want to whine - I have so much to tell you- miss you so much ❤️ - Posted by: Alice (Sister in law ) on: Sep 20, 2022

• Miss you. Floods of memories of our first encounter rushed in my head. Following you to your quiet fishing hole in the back of yours and George's property in St. Vital will forever be with me. We did not say many words together on that first encounter, but nothing much had to be said. I knew that is where you found your peace and exactly the same place I would be as well. Know you were loved and missed by many. - Posted by: Michael (Son) on: Mar 08, 2022

• Hi 👋- Didn’t think we would be losing more family members- I just wanted to crawl under my bed and never come out- My sweet niece who will not see her kids get married in the future or be a grandma lost her battle with cancer way too young- my sister-in-law so suddenly it was a shock to everyone and Uncle Rene who was so close to Mom and always looked after us kids through the years- his passing was & is so difficult for many people and you know how much George loved him- trying to look after him without making it obvious- we all still missed you so very much- love you so much and miss you 😢 💕❤️ - Posted by: Alice (Sister-in-law) on: Sep 15, 2021

• It’s a surreal time with this virus and not seeing anyone on Christmas Day- we (my family) are all spending our Christmas by ourselves just to stay safe- Fern’s niece had just retired- was in great health but passed away from this virus they had to transfer her to Brandon hospital- no room in Winnipeg ICU - Last 61/2 months counting Deymon there’s been 4 deaths of family members- I really thought I was losing it- thanks for listening Henry- see you’re still helping me- love you lots 😘🙏 - Posted by: Alice (Sister-in-law) on: Dec 24, 2020

• Another year without you 😢 - called George when I felt like I was having a strong moment- wrong! We cried together and both of us had to hang up. You would have thought we were pathetic- 😢😢. WE WERE 😢 MISS YOU BUT YOU KNOW THAT! 😘❤️ - Posted by: Alice (Sister-in-law) on: Nov 10, 2020

• HI HENRY-AFTER 9 YEARS OF MY "CONVERSATIONS" WITH YOU - IT WAS SPECIAL BUT I'VE HAD MY TIME & WILL FIND A DIFFERENT WAY OF COMMUNICATING WITH YOU - AT THIS TIME, SOMEONE ELSE NEEDS YOU MORE- HOPE SHE FINDS IT AS COMFORTING AS I DID - YOU WILL ALWAYS BE CLOSE TO MY HEART - LOVE YOU SO MUCH!! - Posted by: Alice (Sister-in-Law) on: Oct 15, 2020

• Mom, I forgot to wish you a happy birthday on here yesterday but I have in many other places. Anyway I just want you to know I miss you beyond words. I still have a hard time without you and now you finally get to be with my sober healthy boy. It’s been too long since you’ve spent time with him. Please come see me today. I’m going through some very tough times in my head and I need you. I’m so scared for myself some days. I just don’t understand and Danielle needs me. I’m not 100 here for her emotionally and she needs me. This is so hard. I just need a wake up call whatever it is. I love you so much mom - Posted by: Tanya Cretain (Daughter ) on: Sep 21, 2020

• 🎂 Remember (year ?) you guys were in Thompson for your birthday 🎂 We had a blast 🤫 singing by the fire 🔥- We didn’t have a care in the world 🤗. Miss you 😘 - Posted by: Alice (Sisters-in-law ) on: Sep 20, 2020

• Ok so I used to bug you about the damp weather aggravating your arthritis- Now I’m finding myself aching before, during & after the rain- Guess who’s laughing 😂 now! Love you 😘 - Posted by: Alice (Sister in law ) on: Aug 14, 2020

• Hi Henry - I know you’re busy with Deymon - really needed to talk to you- I’m booked for surgery in September and I would like to use your words when I asked you if you were scared- “I’m scared shitless”. Only 3 people know about it but I feel if I say it out loud, it’s scarier- I have my ups and downs- Today was a really down day- Thanks for listening - love you and look after the boy - Posted by: Alice (Sister-in-law) on: Jul 14, 2020

• Hi Henry 😇 Got busted (my one-sided conversation with you). Gave it a lot of thought and decided I’m not hurting anyone and I’m comforted by it so I’ll keep in touch- These days, I’m trying to find ways to comfort Tanya, Sandra, Jeremiah & families & of course George - OK I need to go- Love you 😘 - Posted by: Alice (Sister-in-law) on: Jun 19, 2020

• HENRY, DEYMOND IS COMING TO STAY WITH YOU SO TAKE HIM BY THE HAND AND LEAD HIM TO A PEACEFUL PLACE BESIDE YOU. I KNOW YOU WILL LOOK AFTER HIM. THIS IS GOING TO BE REALLY HARD ON GEORGE, TANYA, CURTIS, DANIELLE, JEREMIAH, SANDRA AND FAMILIES. I'M SORRY THEY HAVE TO GO THROUGH THIS PAIN. BUT THEY TAKE COMFORT IN KNOWING YOU WILL BE GREETING HIM. IT'S SUCH A TRAGIC LOSS. - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: Jun 07, 2020

• OK So what's happening Henry ??? You been constantly on my mind for the last 3 days non stop! In the morning, at night and waking up during the night! I do think about you but not that often Ha! Ha! & not consecutively - Are you coming to pick me up??? If you are, can you give me more information or hint at least?? OMG people would really think I was off balanced if anyone ever read this! I'm OK with that - OK my girl, yes I love you and yes, I miss you! - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: Mar 29, 2020

• Can't believe it's been 5 months since I touched base with you - still hurts when I think of you being not here. George moved closer to your grave site and he takes comfort in that, he can actually see the grave site from where he lives. You can't get rid of him Ha! Ha! Well he's back in St. Adolphe and is very happy. City living wasn't for him. We've lost Eddy so please say "Hi" for me. I take great comfort in this writing - other people may think differently but who cares. Till the next time Henry - love you Alice - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: May 23, 2019

• Hi Henry, I really miss you - it's been 7 years since you've been with us, sometimes it feels like forever - You laughed at my immature nature, you listened to my problems, you never judged me, as a sister-in-law you were amazing (at times we did annoy each other) but it didn't last long. We still cared for each other and I have only one other sister-in-law (Grace) who accepts & loves me for who I am. I will continue to let her know how she is appreciated and loved. Merry Christmas Henry! - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: Dec 16, 2018

• Hi Henry, Well George has sold the home you both lived and raised the kids and he's having a hard time leaving the memories behind - I told him wherever he goes - you go. I do understand him as every time I was there your presence was everywhere. I don't understand why we can't all go at the same time. That would be so cool everyone walking away waving goodbye at the earth. Would make a great fiction story. Love you Alice - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: Jun 16, 2018

• Hi Henry, Been thinking about you like forever and often - Haven't connected with you in a few months (not that I wasn't thinking about you) The days, weeks and months are flying by - Still busy with sewing, looking after my great-grandkids every so often soooo fun! I have new teeth, looking older and older and that sucks. George has the house for sale and it really is tearing him apart - it's as if he'll be leaving a big part of you and as a couple behind. Talked to him and told him doesn't matter where he goes, you'll be with him forever. And the rest of us as well. Love you lots Love Alice - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: May 20, 2018

• Hi Henry - 6 years ago today you left a large void in our family - you are missed every time I go to St. Adolphe, every time we get together, every time I hear certain songs, every time I see George, every time I look at your picture - I think I will miss you until I die. Did not know how much until you left. Love you Alice - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: Nov 10, 2017

• Went to St. Adolphe this Saturday to celebrate George's BD & there was about 18 family members - George requested from Maurice & Gene to sing & play some of your favorite songs - felt you were there and enjoying them too. It was both nice to hear those songs and heartbreaking you were not physically there & to see my brother missing you so much. You are always in my heart and it doesn't feel necessary that I have to share that with anyone else. Love you. - Posted by: Alice (Sister-in-law) on: Oct 03, 2016

• Thinking about you sooooo muchhhhhh! your past BD - seeing Dolly Parton Sept 12/concert & remembering our jam sessions (your neighbours must of thought we were howling at the moon) So fun.....miss those times - love you - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: Sep 25, 2016

• Hi Henry, Can't believe it's going on 5 years since you left us - sometimes it seems like a long time and sometimes it feels like a month ago. Having a "Cretain family get together" and been thinking about you sooooooooooo much! When I communicate this way for me it's a comfort thing, for someone else they may think I'm on the road to Cuckoo land. Love you love Alice - Posted by: Alice (Sister in law) on: Jun 04, 2016

• Guess what??? Just as I was about to write - the phone rang and it was George..We're going to a tribute concert - A Night With Janis Joplin. Will be thinking about you. Miss you Love Alice - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: Apr 06, 2016

• Had a dream last night and had a party for??? But dreamt you were there so thanks for coming to my party! Going with George today for his eye appointment so between that and his shoulder problem, he's going to have to face, he's OLD Ha! Ha! He's not Fonzie anymore! Love Alice - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: Jan 26, 2016

• Hate this day as it reminds me of the day you left us and I couldn't deny/ignore or change the reality of losing you. Love you Henry! - Posted by: Alice (sis-in-law) on: Nov 10, 2015

• Hi You! Been having a lot of Henry moments in the past few months. I know you're with us in your own way and thank you. Went to a wedding in Edmt. and missed you as almost the whole family was there except you. Going to a baby shower today and wish you were physically there but I'll know you will be with us. Wish I could see you one more time..It sounds like the making of a country song but it's true. Love you and miss you. Love Alice - Posted by: Alice (Sister-in-Law/friend) on: Oct 25, 2015

• Been trying to avoid today as it is your Birthday and I miss you so much. If I could give you a birthday wish, it would be to give you another day with all of us. Yes, it's pretty selfish of me...Love you - Posted by: Alice (sis-inlaw) on: Sep 20, 2015

• Hi Henry, Went to Deymond's 16th Birthday family celebration at Tony Roma's last night.....I felt you were there...look after your grandson from up there OK....He needs you...Miss you loads love Alice - Posted by: Alice (sis-in-law) on: May 22, 2015

• Hi Henry, Listening to Country music and having a Henry moment - wish I would have told you how much you meant to me. Love you Alice - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: Jan 26, 2015

• Hi Henry - Did not know that some of my (conversations-although one sided) with you would be deleted??? That's OK Spent time with George and family a couple of days ago-you'd be so proud of all of them. I know you're watching over them and you must be smiling at George's efforts of cooking and entertaining - he's actually getting better at both = Merry Xmas love you & miss you - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: Dec 22, 2014

• Hi Henry, Can't believe you haven't been with us for almost 3 years now - I think about you often and it seems like forever that I haven't seen you. I miss you so much. Love you Alice - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: Nov 09, 2014

• Hi Henry, It's your birthday today and I've been thinking about you ++++ was going to call George today, as I've been thinking of him all week but got busy and now it's too late = he's gone to Richard's for the evening so I'll call him in the am love you = wish you here to celebrate. Love Alice - Posted by: Alice Lambert (sister-in-law/friend) on: Sep 20, 2014

• Hey there..Thank you for kicking George's butt...Henry, you're here all the time..Of all the people I've lost, you're one of the hardest to let go..it's lonely without you..the day before you left you let me know how much you loved me and I guess you knew at the time, I would have that to carry me through..You're big girl turned 40 years old, and I was happy to be a part of the celebration..your presence was very much felt..Will miss on July 25th..I'm having a family gathering..it's also been 49 years on that date that Mom also left us so it's going to be nice that we are going to be all together..miss you.. love Alice - Posted by: Alice (sister in law) on: Jul 08, 2014

• Thinking of you - George was over for my birthday and being a pain in the butt - bugging me about getting older although he's 2 + years older than me-he'll get his...This year will be worse than last year when I posted his 65th BD all over St. Adolphe including his favorite places...can't wait until this snow is gone. Love You Love Alice - Posted by: Alice (sister in law) on: Mar 27, 2014

• Hi Henry I'm a little tipsy and it's Friday night and I've been listening to Conway Twitty and having a "Henry" moment, I really miss you - Wish I could talk to you but I guess this is the next best thing and sometimes I swear you are close to me and I'm sorry, I should have spent more time with you when you were not sick, wherever you are, please forgive me, my heart aches when I think of what you're missing. Maybe, I'll pull a George and call him. What do you think?? That would be a switch hey! It's dam cold here, I hope wherever you are it's warmer.... probably is... I love you love alice - Posted by: Alice lambert (Sister in law) on: Jan 31, 2014

• Went to your home yesterday - George cooked a really nice supper, you would of been proud but I think you were with us - Tanya & Jeremy seem sort of lost without you, as does George, he's trying to do his best living without you being physically here but it's very hard on him - I know you're there and with him in spirit but can you get closer to him and guide him if you can. Love you & miss you. Love alice - Posted by: alice (sis-in-law) on: Nov 11, 2013

• It's me again, was cut off short as my daughter-in-law came in and I didn't want to share my imagined/spiritual/psychological/or off the wall connection with you-I just find it very comforting -till the next time, Henry love alice - Posted by: Alice (sis-in-law) on: Nov 05, 2013

• thinking of you +++ miss you buckets - almost 2 years since you left us and want you back love alice - Posted by: Alice Lambert (sis-in-law) on: Nov 05, 2013

• Hi Henry, Haven't connected with you for awhile but still think about you all the time--especially Roger & Grace's 25th anniversary in Edmonton-I thought about you being there and how we all so miss you. George kept it together but it came close for him to lose it. Love you Love alice - Posted by: Alice (sister-in-law) on: Aug 18, 2013

• Sometimes, I miss you so much. I just want to share our gossip times again. You would be freaking as I'm now a great-grandmother Crazy Hey?? George is in so much pain and sometimes - yes, he's still the other kind of pain (In the Butt) He's managing, not happy, just passing the time working, working and you know what else. anyway, till next time, just wanted you to know, I'm still here for you. Love alice - Posted by: Alice (sis-in-law) on: Jun 30, 2013

• Hi Henry, Know that I so miss you & love you - What a sad day this is - Did you order this snow??? Will visit your resting place when I can safely travel See you soon Love Alice - Posted by: Alice (sis-in-law) on: Nov 10, 2012

• Hey you, looks like it's just you and me - that's OK - Just wanted YOU to know I miss you and you know we'll all be together again, good I'll be able to bug you again I love you Henry - hope you know how much you're missed and love see you later - Posted by: Alice (sis-in-law) on: Oct 14, 2012