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• So sorry to hear about the passing of Trudy. I enjoyed looking after Trudy while she was at LMV she always had a great smile and so polite when talking to her. She will be miss by everyone. PSW Maureen of LMV

  - Maureen Bailey, Oil Springs, Ontario

• So sorry to hear about Aunt Trudy. Our most sincere condolences to all the Downie family. She will be in our thoughts.

  - Ron Kilbride, Windsor, ontario

• I am sorry to hear about Aunt Trudy. I have so many fond memories of her that I would not know where to begin. She always made me smile and somehow knew when I needed someone to listen. I still smile when I think of her.

  - Paula Nowakowski/nee Zandbergen, Sarnia, ON

• May we take comfort in knowing that Trudy is now an angel that is watching over all of us that she touched so many people she came in contact with thru her life. It will be the little things I remember about Trudy, the quiet moments, the smiles, the stories, and the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memories of the little things that help push away the pain and bring the smiles back again. Each time we embrace a memory, we meet again, for the heart never forgets. I will miss her dearly but I know she will be there if I call on her. Special thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Sincerely, Kathy Simpson

  - Kathy Simpson, Grand Rapids/Traverse City, MI

• When I heard of Aunt Trudy's passing, I began thinking of all the nice memories I have of the 'farm'. When I was a kid, we would spend alot of time at Aunt Trudy's house. I remember loving the purple bathroom, the troll house, the cows ('Bruno' in particular!) and all her barn cats. Most of all, I remember Aunt Trudy's rich Dutch accent and gentle, kind voice. She had a way of making me feel special, just like my Dad (her brother) did. Years after my Dad had died, I spent a weekend with Aunt Trudy. That was very special for me. She filled me in on details of my father and his life - that meant so much to me. She gave me an ink drawing that my Dad had drawn, so that I would have something from him. She also made me a beautiful 'flower' blanket - that was her specialty - that I have and will continue to cherish. She asked me my favourite colours and then laboured over that for my wedding gift. This was at a time when her eyes were making it difficult to accomplish such a task. It was a labour of love... I think of her kindness/love, whenever I see that blanket! She was a precious gift to an 'orphan' neice - in childhood and adulthood. I am blessed to have known her!! Love, Melody

  - Melody Curtis (nee Zandbergen), Waterloo, ON

• Dear Karen and Wayne: I was saddened to hear of your mom's passing. I was always amazed at your mom and her interests and specialties. Hold on to all those wonderful memories and know that she is an angel watching over you and the kids and the grandkids. Take Care. Love Marylou

  - Marylou Dudley(Jerome), Sarnia, Ontario

• Our deepest sympathy go out to both families. Trudy will be surely missed by her friends and family. RIP Trudy!

  - Loretta Lauzon (Gyurky), Sarnia, On

• Dear Downie Family, Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Trudy. What a fine lady she was. My fondest memories are at the Oil Springs library, we mostly went for the delicious butterscotch candies rather than books. But with her tender guidance we could always find just the right book. R.I.P. Dear Trudy. Take care, Paula

  - Paula Hoskin

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