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KAREN (KAY) ANNE STAPLETON (KENNEDY)
Date of Passing: Nov 11, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryKAREN (KAY) ANNE STAPLETON (nee KENNEDY) Suddenly on November 11, 2013 at her home, Kay passed away at the age of 45. Kay lived for her two sons, Owen 12 and Ben 8. Her passing has left a huge void in the lives of her boys; her husband Terry, of 16 years; mother Gail and father Terry; sister Joan (Jeff) and their children Alexander and Hilary. A small town girl at heart, Kay was born in Thompson and lived in The Pas and Flin Flon before heading to Winnipeg for University. Kay described her chosen profession as CEO and President of her family. She fiercely advocated for her two children whom she was devoted to. The energy and creativity she put into their happiness was peerless. Her daily life lessons on living the golden rule shaped them into the compassionate boys they are. She was known as Miss Kay to all the children at Strathmillan School where she volunteered. She knew most by name and exactly what word to say to brighten their day. Her attention to detail on every task she tackled on their behalf was awe inspiring. Her favourite Mother's Day gift was a truck load of manure for her beloved gardens. She treasured getting dirty with her boys. She loved to be busy and always had a few projects on the go; a trait she attributed to her father. Her mother inspired her to be a voracious reader and talented writer. During her time at CBC she was a social force, she was the organizer of Glow in the Dark Bowling nights and Corn Maze visits. She forged some long lasting friendships during her studies at Red River's Creative Communications program and while getting her B.A. in Language Arts at the University of Manitoba. She went on her first great adventure after her high school years in Flin Flon. She travelled to Australia as a Rotary Club exchange student. She made lifelong friendships which she recently celebrated at a reunion in Spain. If you were fortunate enough to call Kay friend you had a tireless ally in life. If you would like to pay it forward on Kay's behalf please consider three of her favourite things. She loved gardening and was a supporter and frequent visitor of Assiniboine Park Conservancy. She always held a special place in her heart for children and the Health Sciences Centre Children's Hospital. She owed a debt of gratitude to them and the Canadian Blood Services for saving her older son's life. Memorial Service 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 16, 2013 at Sturgeon Creek United Church, 207 Thompson Dr. Reception to follow. Bardal Funeral Home and Crematorium 843 Sherbrook Street, 204-774-7474 Condolences: www.bardal.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 15, 2013
Condolences & Memories (21 entries)
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Sorry for your families loss buddy all my thoughts and prayers for you and all. Take Care keep in touch Brent Sandy brentsandy95@gmail.com 2506344142 - Posted by: Brent Sandy (Friend of Terry) on: Jan 30, 2014
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So, it was Northern Manitoba in the 70's and 80's when Karen (Kay) touched my life. Our moms were Girl Guide Brownie Leaders up in The Pas. Karen had a magnetic personality from a young age. Nice to see from all of the previous comments that she kept that with her for all of these years. She made me laugh. I often thought that her cheeks must hurt from all of her smiling, even in her sleep. I am so saddened to hear that she has become an angel so soon. She has left a legacy that is unmatched in the sons that she shared with husband Terry. I want all of her family including Gail, Terry, and Joan to know that I am thinking about all of them. Some of Karen lives on in all of us. Kirsten - Posted by: Kirsten Endicott (nee Ohryn) (Very old pal of Karen) on: Nov 28, 2013
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To Joan, Gail, Terry and Family, My deepest condolences to you all. I shall always remember the fun times Karen, Joan and had together working at the library. Keep your memories close. Baba Rose bringing our supper to us, when we were working the late shift. Take Care Joan, Gail, Terry and family Phyllis Stadnick (Flin Flon) - Posted by: Phyllis Stadnick (co-worker Flin Flon Public Library) on: Nov 22, 2013
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Dear Family, My colleagues and I at Children's Hospital were shocked and very saddened to read of Karen's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time. May you be spared further sorrow. Sincerely, Cheryl Rockman-Greenberg MD - Posted by: Cheryl Rockman-Greenberg (Doctor) on: Nov 19, 2013
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Though words cannot lessen your feeling of loss, may it help you to know that others also share your sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. - Posted by: Dan and Val Chupik (Friends of Terry and Gail) on: Nov 17, 2013
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Dear Gail and Terry Sorry for your great loss. May your memories help you through these times. From all the stories we heard in Arizona we felt as if we knew her. We knew how proud you were to call her your daughter. Terry - Posted by: John and Anne Sirounis (Friends) on: Nov 16, 2013
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So very sorry for your loss, words cannot describe the pain and sorrow you and your boys are going through. She was a ray of sunshine and even back in the day when Kay was at CBC she was like a breath of fresh air. She always put a positive spin on everything that came our way. Thoughts and prayers for you and your boys. - Posted by: Sharon Smerch (Co-worker to Kay and Terry at CBC) on: Nov 16, 2013
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Our deepest sympathies Terry to you and the boys. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Debbie and Emile Proulx (Cousin) on: Nov 16, 2013
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death-is only an old door in a garden wall--set bin a garden wall--on quiet hinges it gives at dusk---when the threshes call----along the lintel are green leaves--beyond, the light lies still--very weary and willing feet-go over that sill----there is nothing to trouble any heart-nothing to hurt at all death is only an old door in a garden wall -laurel and George are with you today - Posted by: george and laurel delgatty (thompson-flinflon---bonded in heart friends) on: Nov 16, 2013
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I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Nicole Gover (Friend) on: Nov 15, 2013
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Our sincere sympathy for your loss - Posted by: Pat and Vince Keefe (neighbour) on: Nov 15, 2013
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MAY BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES GIVE YOU STRENGTH IN THESE DIFFICULT HOURS. Veronica Sichewski on behalf of THE MTS VOLUNTEERS - Posted by: veronica sichewski (MTS) on: Nov 15, 2013
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Our hearts go out to Terry and family at this difficult time. - Posted by: Denise Bellesia and Liliane Macaulay (Neighbours) on: Nov 15, 2013
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Deepest condolences to Gail and Terry and the whole family. Wish we could be with you at this time but know our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Ron and Jean Poots (Friends of Terry and Gail) on: Nov 14, 2013
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Dear Terry, Owen, Ben and Kay's family: What a wonderful tribute to Kay. I can sense her spirit and determination. Anyone who understands that the greatest challenge and joy in life is to be CEO and president of the family is a girl after my own heart. What an amazing gift she has given to all of you. I hope that you will continue to feel her presence as the sun shines upon you, in the wind which blows softly on your cheek and wraps you in her thoughts, as the rain drowns your tears and as you walk on the earth and feel her strength and courage. The gift of a life is the ultimate gift and you have been blessed with this in Kay. My heart goes out to you during this time. Hugs. Johanna (aka Auntie Joyce ) - Posted by: Johanna den Duyf (Aunt) on: Nov 14, 2013
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I am so saddened about Kay's passing my heart broke in two. Kay was one of the most beautiful person anyone could ever meet. To see her beautiful smile and a warm hello Mr. D. made my day, every day. My deepest sympathies to Owen and Ben and Terry and the rest of Kay's family. - Posted by: Sam De Luca (friend and Caretaker at Strathmillan School) on: Nov 14, 2013
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Kay touched us all with her thoughtful ways. She had a smile and kind word that brightened every room, and she will be missed terribly. All our thoughts and prayers go to her family (a big hug for the boys). - Posted by: Wanda Prychitko (School Friend & Neighbour) on: Nov 14, 2013
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Condolences and deepest sympathies at this time to Terry and family from Dale and Val Foster - Posted by: Dale and Valerie Foster (CBC (retired)) on: Nov 14, 2013
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Her smile lit up the street. We always loved seeing what adventures "super mom" would set up for the boys. She will be missed. - Posted by: Cara Chell (Neighbour) on: Nov 14, 2013
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Kay is very dear to our family. My daughter Julia (Ben's good schoolmate friend) proudly keeps saying "I told Kay I had a crush on her". She would hug me back often and say, "I have a big crush on you too, Julia". Our whole neighborhood of Silver Heights and Strathmillan School is simply lost without our dear friend, Kay! - Posted by: Luther and Kim Chell (School friends) on: Nov 14, 2013
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I was deeply saddened by the news of Karen's passing. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. My prayers are with you and your family. - Posted by: Pete Stapleton (Cousin to Terry Stapleton) on: Nov 14, 2013