Condolence From: Randy Gelhard
Condolence: My sincere condolences to Marilyn, Sandra, and your entire family. Dennis was a great man, that always cared so much for his family and had an incredible sense of humour. It was a privilege to know you for over 20 years.
Saturday October 01, 2022
Condolence From: Your Big Sister
Condolence: Dennis you will be missed more than you know. You were always there no matter when I needed you. You put family first and would do anything to protect who you cared about. This past weekend we had the opportunity to put you to rest and celebrate your life. Oh the stories that couldn’t be shared lol…. Enjoy your time with dad and we will see you on the other side…
Wednesday August 24, 2022
Condolence From: Linda Bair
Condolence: Aunt Marilyn and Sandra I am so saddened that we have lost Dennis. Our families held a unique place growing up in Edmonton in the old days. Between the cricket field and the snowball fights and the family parties, we all shared a wonderful loving experience. I hope Dennis rests well with his dad. All of our love.
Saturday August 20, 2022
Condolence From: Linda Bair
Condolence: Aunt Marilyn and Sandra I am so saddened that we have lost Denis. Our families held a unique place growing up in Edmonton in the old days. Between the cricket field and the snowball fights and the family parties, we all shared a wonderful loving experience. I hope Denis rests well with his dad. All of our love.
Friday August 19, 2022
Condolence From: Douglas Bair
Condolence: Dear Auntie Marilyn, Sandra and family,
Our deepest condolences.
Dennis, I last saw you too long ago.
Grey Cup parties, the cricket field so many of my favourite childhood memories involved you and the rest of the family.
We will miss you cousin.
Sending you all our love Auntie Marilyn and Sandra.
Douglas and family.
Friday August 19, 2022
Condolence From: Annette Bair
Condolence: Dear Marilyn, from one mother to another, I send my loving support. Wishing Dennis a peaceful journey home. Wishing you, Sandra and your family God’s comfort. May time, the embrace of loved ones and shared memories offer healing. We, the Bair family, stand with you.
Friday August 19, 2022
Condolence From: Lise Bair
Condolence: Dear Aunt Marilyn and Sandra, my heart aches when I think of you both in this time of deep sadness. I recognized Dennis' face immediately upon seeing his obituary page, although I last saw him more than 20 years ago. In his face, I saw you, Aunt Marilyn, and Uncle Robert. Aunt Marilyn and Sandra you are both exceptionally lovely people. Kind, caring, calm, hardworking, and, filled with laughter. Dennis was blessed to have you as his mom and sister. Walk now in peace Dennis.
Friday August 19, 2022
Condolence From: Allison Bair
Condolence: Dennis carried forward the wry smile and mischievous eyes of his father. I recall his buoyant spirit. This is a tremendous and unexpected loss for which you have our deepest sympathies. We are thinking of you in this difficult time, with love and remembrance of the times our families spent together. They occupy the dearest and deepest spaces in our hearts.
Friday August 19, 2022
Condolence From: Tessa Bair
Condolence: Dear Aunt Marilyn and Sandra, I am extending my heart to yours, in the hope of providing comfort and lending strength. 44 years with your beloved son and brother. 44 years of joys, sorrows, laughter, challenges and blessings - all of the ingredients of a family’s beating heart. May you hold these years dear and cherish them. Wishing you and young Cadence strength and healing to move forward in honour and loving memory of Dennis.
Friday August 19, 2022
Condolence From: Leah Simone Bowen
Condolence: My condolences to Aunty Marilyn, Sandra, Cadence, Kari and family.
Dennis,
The last time I was in Edmonton we didn’t get to see each other but agreed that we would see each other next time.
I’ve been thinking about:
-the days of walking endless loops around the cricket field to kill time and how when we got really bored, you would break out into a run.
-when we were 7 or 8 and I had this toy plastic card that you honestly thought was a real credit card. You explained to me what a credit card was and that you could buy stuff with one. So, we walked up to the golf club house at Victoria park, tried to buy pop with it and you were devastated when they wouldn’t take it.
- the countless hours with you and Cathy in your parents basement during family parties. One in particular where you showed me how to properly throw a punch “keep your thumb OUTSIDE the fist”. It was good advice, you always gave me good advice.
-sitting in my parents living room…you had a new job and were telling me about it and I can’t even think of what the joke was now but I remember we laughed so hard we cried.
I remember how chill you were to be around, how much fun we had and that we always just picked up where we left off. I remember growing up with you and what a sweet little boy you were and how you grew up to be hilarious and kind with no pretence.
I’m upset that you were taken so fast and so early. The good ones always are.
And I’m upset that when we got older, life got complicated and busy and we started saying “next time” over and over again until it was too late.
I’m thankful I got you as a cousin. The cousin I climbed trees with and watched way too many cricket games with and who’s laugh I can still hear.
Travel well. I’ll see you on the other side.
Love,
Leah
Friday August 19, 2022
