Book of Memories for Mary Anne Elizabeth O`Leary

Condolence From Tomi Tarasuk

Fri, 27 Jun 2014 07:36:05 EDT

Dear Peter, Please accept my profound sympathy. Melanie and Michael, your mom and I were colleagues at O'Connor in the 80's. In the ensuing years, whenever we met, she would inquire about my son, and, in turn, tell me about the adventures of the two of you. I only met you once when you were very young, but can attest to how very proud she was of you. I promise to honour her memory by continuing to pray for her and the three of you. Holding you in my heart, Tomi Tarasuk

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Thu, 26 Jun 2014 11:22:22 EDT

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Condolence From Theresa R & Paul R Wharton

Wed, 25 Jun 2014 05:29:26 EDT

Dear Peter & the Family: Our deep sympathy & heartfelt condolences to you all on the sad loss of Mary Anne. She will be sorely missed! Death of a loved one is never easy to cope with. Yet there should be some Joy in knowing that Mary Anne is now free from all earthly pain & frustrations. But her Spirit lives on: not only with her Maker, but with those many, many students, teachers & colleagues whose lives she touched during a full, meaningful life well lived. She was an example to us all. Sadly we shall not see her like again. As a kind, exemplary Christian educator she was always ready to reach out to others in need no matter who they were. In the biblical sense, she was a very "Gentle Woman". Requiescat in Pace. May God's "Amazing Grace" be with you all during the difficult days ahead! Love, Blessings & Hugs. Theresa Ravanello-Wharton (former Chief Social Worker MSSB) & Paul-Raymond Wharton (former Asst. Director of Education MSSB).

Condolence From Jerry Ponikvar

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 22:21:29 EDT

Dear Peter & family I was very saddened to hearing that Mary Anne passed away. She was a wonderful colleague who touched all of us. Peter, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Jerry Ponikvar

Condolence From Andrew Kowalski

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 19:48:35 EDT

We are saddened to hear that Mary Anne has left us. As a work colleague and friend, she will remain in our thoughts and prayers. Please accept our sincere condolences. Andy Kowalski Lorraine Savard

Condolence From Sarah, Steve, Frank, Charlie & Libby Kinlin

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 15:44:30 EDT

Our condolences to your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence From Lisa McClintock

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 12:00:29 EDT

Please accept my condolences. Mary Anne and I worked together in Scarborough. I always admired how everyone had such a high regard for her. I too witnessed her strength, compassion and kindness, but most of all I enjoyed the many laughs. Please know she and all your family are in my prayers.

Condolence From Karen Rallis

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 11:54:43 EDT

I met Mary Anne at The Learning Partnership in 2005. I immediately knew that this was someone very special. Mary Anne had such a wonderful way of drawing you in and making you feel that you had known her forever. Such a warm, intelligent and kind woman. My sincere condolences to Mary Anne's family. Your loss is great. Everyone Mary Anne touched is better for having known her.

Condolence From Carmel Preyra

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 11:11:34 EDT

My heart is broken to hear that my friend Mary Anne O'Leary has passed away. Mary-Anne is my hero, a quintessential educator, a compassionate leader and a supremely talented people person. Mary Anne's heart was as big as her laugh, quick to compliment, support and celebrate her teachers and administrators. Mary Anne was generous with her time and unconditional in her belief that everyone was important , appreciated and cared about. What a tragic loss for her family and colleagues who loved her. Mary Anne you will live in my heart today and always. Rest in peace my friend.

Condolence From Gerry and Terry Blake

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 10:54:07 EDT

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Peter and family. Please accept our condolences.

Condolence From Frank McPHERSON

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 08:58:37 EDT

My deepest condolences on your great loss. May the GOOD Lord Bless and keep her.

Condolence From Linda Moynagh

Tue, 24 Jun 2014 08:42:38 EDT

Dear Family of Mary Anne, It is with great sadness that I read in the Star of Mary Anne's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. I worked with Mary Anne when she was Superintendent at the TCDSB (I was in Human Resources). Mary Anne was wonderful to work with; fair, kind, straight forward, and passionate about "her students". I truly hope that happier memories will be of comfort to you. Sincerely, Linda

Condolence From Paul Howard

Mon, 23 Jun 2014 22:29:52 EDT

Peter: Condolences to you and the entire family on the death of Mary Anne. I have fond memories when several of us Geezers came out of retirement to teach at Blessed Mother Teresa CSS with her, hopefully amidst the laughs, a contribution to the children. I will be going to Mass here shortly in Bethlehem, (the real one) and will remember her and you at the source and summit of all life. Paul M Howard

Condolence From Lisa Elbertsen

Mon, 23 Jun 2014 17:19:42 EDT

Back in 1984 you took on the task of becoming the principal of a new school (Mary Ward Catholic Secondary). A school that didn't even have a proper building, just portables all jammed together (aka The Tin Can). You continued to fight for your students and teachers for a proper brick and mortar building. You were a wonderful principal. Down-to-earth, compassionate and your love for your job, your students and your teachers was evident. I had the pleasure of being in that very first group of students back in 1984 and attribute the amazing school it quickly became due to your hard work and dedication. You will never be forgotten. Lisa Elbertsen

Condolence From Maria Cioppa

Mon, 23 Jun 2014 16:29:05 EDT

My thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of sorrows. Although I did not work with Mary Anne, I did get to know her through the principal course. She was a caring and loving person. I regret I will not be able to pay my respects in person nor attend the funeral mass as I am out of the country. May you rest in peace, Mary Anne.

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Condolence From Paul Toffanello

Mon, 23 Jun 2014 13:14:56 EDT

Sincere condolences to family and friends of Mary Anne. She was a wonderful colleague and someone who we all looked up to. Her service to education was unquestionably influential, and she made such a difference. I will keep all family members in my prayers. Paul

Condolence From Robin Kay

Mon, 23 Jun 2014 08:57:16 EDT

Mary Anne was a wonderfully kind and supportive colleague. You could always count on her for sage advice or a kind gesture of support. I also found her to be a gentle soul. In our busy world, we forget to spend time with the people we care about - I did forget at times. I will miss her gentle but strong spirit.