Condolence From: Terry & Bonnie O'Brien & family
Condolence: I deeply regret that I was unable to pay my last respects and attend Mrs. Osborne's funeral service as I only learned of her passing today. Jean was often a surrogate mother to me as I spent many hours with my best friend, her son, Ken, at their home on Durie St. and also at Wasaga Beach during the summer. I knew Jean as a gentle and generous spirit. We extend our deepest sympathy to Jean’s family in their loss and hope that comfort and peace may come to them.
“I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love.” - Leo Buscaglia
Thursday August 28, 2014
Condolence From: Linda Barnard
Condolence: To Jean's family: I remember Jean with such fondness. She was a member of that trio of wonderful women on the Sun switchboard. From the day I started back in 1981 as a student at Ryerson and on through 20 years at the paper, Jean greeted me most mornings. I heard her voice as she sent calls my way and depended on her to help me find people and track down those who weren't terribly interested in being found. She was consistently upbeat, patient and endlessly kind. I never saw Jean look down or heard her say a negative word. Jean was a key part of the lives of so many members of the Sun family and she was respected, admired and appreciated. Thank you for sharing Jean with all of us.
Saturday August 23, 2014
Condolence From: Linda Barnard
Condolence: To Jean's family: I remember Jean with such fondness. She was a member of that trio of wonderful women on the Sun switchboard. From the day I started back in 1981 as a student at Ryerson and on through 20 years at the paper, Jean greeted me most mornings. I heard her voice as she sent calls my way and depended on her to help me find people and track down those who weren't terribly interested in being found. She was consistently upbeat, patient and endlessly kind. I never saw Jean look down or heard her say a negative word. Jean was a key part of the lives of so many members of the Sun family and she was respected, admired and appreciated. Thank you for sharing Jean with all of us.
Saturday August 23, 2014
Condolence From: Bernadette Wardman
Condolence:
Please accept my sincere condolence on Jean's passing to her immediate and Sun families.
She truly was a kind, thoughtful person who will be sorely missed.
Her sunny, helpful personality was always something which helped get my day started upon arrival at 333 King Street East.
Friday August 22, 2014
Condolence From: Alice and Dave Shallow
Condolence: Richard and Susan ,
We were so sorry to hear about her death. Our sincere condolences and our prayers are with you. It was a pleasure to have known her. She was such a caring and loving person.
Friday August 22, 2014
Condolence From: Darlene Avery
Condolence: My sincerest condolences to the Osborne family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jean was one of the loveliest women I had the pleasure of calling my friend. I am blessed to have had her in my life; we had wonderful times at the Sun, lots of fun lunches, I will cherish the memories forever. God Bless you my dear friend, I will miss you RIP Love always Darlene
Friday August 22, 2014
Condolence From: Maureen Zelezinsky-Brown
Condolence: My heart goes out to your family. I remember 'Mrs.O' fondly, a part of growing up. I am sorry for your loss. She was a warm and loving person and I always think of her with a smile. My prayers are with you all.
Thursday August 21, 2014
