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Sandra Joan Shaw

3/30/2018

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On March 30, 2018, our mom, Sandra Shaw, passed away peacefully at Lisaard House with her family by her side.  Mom’s battle with kidney cancer began in January 2017.  She fought every day with strength and courage until the very end, always trying to comfort us when she was the one fighting the battle. Our Mom has been the light of our life and was a unique woman who was loved by everyone who knew her. We had such an incredible bond with our mother and words cannot describe how much we loved her. We were lucky to travel the world with her and went on many trips and cruises.  Mom always believed in making memories and never putting things off and to live in the moment.   

Mom is survived by her daughters Lynn Phillips (Patrick) and Chantal Chaves (Luis), and her dearest cherished friend, Denis Marcotte.  She is also survived by her four grandchildren (Joshua Chaves, Justin Chaves, Ryan Chaves and Sarah Phillips), her brother, Jim Shaw (Roseanne), Liz Sprague (Bob), Carol Shaw, her nieces Melodie Shaw and Nadine Sprague, her nephew, Kurtis Sprague, and her special Aunt Pauline Harris and other cousins, family and friends.  Sandra also leaves behind her special sister-in-law, Phyllis Pedro, and her step-sons, Dennis Carter, Tim Carter and Rodney Carter, and other family and friends in Bermuda.

Mom was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Carter, her parents, Willis and Marjorie, and her sister, Lynn.

There will be a celebration of life on Friday, April 6, 2018 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at The Royal Canadian Legion Preston Branch 126, 335 Westminister Drive, Cambridge, Ontario. Cremation has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Lisaard House, 990 Speedsville Road, Cambridge, Ontario N3H 4R6.  This amazing place brought so much peace to our dear mother and our families in the last weeks.  We wish to thank the amazing nurses, personal support workers, doctors and volunteers who provided Mom which such loving care.  Each and every one of them are angels on earth and we cannot personally thank them all, but would like to give a special mention to Elizabeth who was there to welcome Mom into Lisaard House, and who was there with us when we sent her home to our Heavenly Lord.  To all of you who cared for Mom, combed her hair, scratched her back and gave us hugs when we needed them, we truly thank you.

Mom, we know that you were greeted into welcoming arms and hope you are playing all the Quick Hit slot machines in Heaven.  We will carry you with us until we meet again.

Weep Not For Me
 By an Unknown Author
 
Weep not for me though I have gone
 Into that gentle night
 Grieve if you will, but not for long
 Upon my soul’s sweet fight
 
I am at peace, my soul’s at rest
 There is no need for tears
 For with your love I was so blessed
 For all those many years
 
There is no pain, I suffer not
 The fear is now all gone
 Put now these things out of your thoughts
 In your memory I live on
 
Remember not my fight for breath
 Remember not the strife
 Please do not dwell upon my death
 But celebrate my life
30 Comments
Frances MacKinlay Knight
4/2/2018 06:54:32 pm

So sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Sandra well from our high school days in Yarmouth - such a vibrant personality even at that age. I know she will be missed.

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Jane and Barry
4/2/2018 07:38:22 pm

We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful mom. Keep doing what you do best, live and love xoxo

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Chantal Chaves
4/4/2018 10:32:59 pm

Thank you Frances.

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Edward Ross
4/2/2018 08:09:14 pm

My sincere condolences to Sandra's family. Sandra and I were classmates at YCMHS in our final year of high school in 1961. I remember Sandra as a kind and sincere person with a warm smile.

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Chantal Chaves
4/4/2018 10:33:29 pm

Thank you Edward.

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Nicole Blair
4/2/2018 08:19:49 pm

Growing up....she was the "coolest" mom on the block. Once we were grown up, she never lost that title. My heart hurts for your loss.
Psalm 34:18 “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

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Chantal Chaves
4/4/2018 10:34:33 pm

Thank you Nicole.

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Lynn Phillips
4/4/2018 10:49:17 pm

Thanks so much Nickie, she was really cool! Xoxo

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Lina Zatzman
4/2/2018 10:06:53 pm

Sandra and I were best friends in High School and I have many pictures of her at pajama parties (It was the 50's after all) , beach parties and high school dances. I did see her a couple of times after and we reconnected on Facebook a couple of years ago and she still had the same smile, the same twinkle in her eye and the same sense of fun. My condolences to all of you.

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Chantal Chaves
4/4/2018 10:34:08 pm

Thank you Lina.

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David and Lise Foster
4/2/2018 10:51:07 pm

So very sorry to learn of Lynn's Mom's passing. We know the pain of losing a mom. We wish to express our sincere condolences to Lynn and her family and friends. Take comfort in the words of that beautiful poem. Hugs and kisses from Ottawa.

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Chantal Chaves
4/4/2018 10:35:09 pm

Thank you both.

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Lynn Phillips
4/4/2018 10:50:10 pm

Thanks for your kind words. Xoxo

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Ivan Shaw
4/3/2018 08:16:02 am

Sandra and I were neighbors growing up on Cumberland Street, in Yarmouth. We were also cousins. My condolences to Sandra's family.

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Chantal Chaves
4/4/2018 10:35:40 pm

Thank you Ivan.

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rodney carter
4/3/2018 08:34:41 am

Words alone canno't truly describe what an amazing lady you were.Such a unique spirit and loving ,kind soul. You always had such a beautiful happy larger than life attitude, and treated everyone with kindness and compassion.I especially loved hanging out with you at Queens Club in Bermuda.Also the many talks we had together.I admired the way you always embraced life.Thank you. Thank you also for making my Dad the happiest man on Earth. every memory i have of you, puts a huge smile on my face. I shall cherish them all as long as I live.I am thankfull ,and am blessed to have had you in my life. I am trully blessed to call your daughters Lynn Phillips and Chantal Chaves, my Sisters. the bond you all shared with each other ,was clearly visible and beautifull .I want to thank Lynn Phillips and Chantal Chaves and their families for everything They have done for Mum ,throughout the difficult times and always. Although i realize nothing would have stopped them, I still thank you all from the bottom of my heart. And thank you to all the staff at Lisaard House, for all the care,kindness and compassion you have given Mum. In my heart, i feel Heaven shines a little brighter today. I shall never forget you...luv forever and always Rod.

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Chantal Chaves
4/4/2018 10:36:12 pm

Thank you Rodney. She loved you very much. xoxo

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Lynn Phillips
4/4/2018 10:51:21 pm

Rodney, you really meant so much to Mom. She loved you very much! Xoxo

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Neena Gupta link
4/3/2018 09:13:10 am

Chantal, sincere condolences on the death of Sandra. I know that the last few months have been exceptionally difficult for all of you. I'm glad that you were able to spend time with your beloved mother. In time, your memories will give you great comfort. Your friends at Gowlings are all thinking of you. Neena

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Chantal Chaves
4/4/2018 10:36:54 pm

Thank you Neena. I'm so grateful for my Gowlings family.

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Phyllis Pedro
4/3/2018 11:09:32 am

You guys will always be in my thoughts and prayers. And i loved your mother more than you will ever know. She was a very SPECIAL sister-inlaw. Your mother loved my brother Dennis deeply and so did he her. For this i am truely thankful. I am also thankfull for your moms continued friendship after my brother Dennises passing. Lovingly submitted by Aunt Phyllis. My family also send you their love. xxxx

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Chantal Chaves
4/4/2018 10:37:39 pm

Thank you Aunt Phyllis. She loved you and your family so much. xoxo

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Lynn Phillips
4/4/2018 10:52:24 pm

Thank you so much Phyllis, you meant the world to Mom. Xo

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Andree & Derek Phillips
4/3/2018 01:59:22 pm

Andree & I will always remember dear Sandra for the love and kindness she gave us, also Lynn (pregnant with Sarah) & Patrick, when we visited Bermuda in 1998. Sandra welcomed us into her home for a couple of memorable meals, and she & Dennis drove us all over the island to visit points of interest. Wonderful Memories!!

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Chantal Chaves
4/4/2018 10:38:34 pm

Thank you Derek and Andree. We will treasure our memories of Mom always. xo

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Lynn Phillips
4/4/2018 10:54:16 pm

Thank you both very much! Yes, we certainly have great memories of Mom. Thanks for your support! Xoxo

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Maxine Hersey Nimmo
4/3/2018 07:28:28 pm

Sandra and I were classmates in High School in Yarmouth. She also lived just around the corner from me.
Sincere condolences for your loss. Treasure your memories.

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Chantal Chaves
4/4/2018 10:39:08 pm

Thank you Maxine.

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Jean Brittain
4/4/2018 07:31:55 pm

I am also a cousin of Sandra's from Nova Scotia. Her father, Willis, was my mother's brother. I am thankful that I had a chance to reconnect with her when the family came to Yarmouth to bury her mother's ashes.

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Chantal Chaves
4/4/2018 10:40:00 pm

Thank you Jean. So loved reconnecting with you. xo

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