A year ago today we lost a dear daughter-in-law and friend. And the memories of time with Carol have flowed ever since. I am reminded every day of our friendship as I look around me and see things she either gave us or I received from our dear son Rick keeping Carol's memory alive. Carol loved the cottage dearly and always enjoyed bringing things here we could use. Last weekend we used a table cloth she made for us. I can't take my Fiesta ware dishes out without thinking of her and enjoying the additions she made to our collection. Daily I use skin care products that Rick gave me of hers and our similar wardrobes mean I can frequently wear clothes that were like new. But more than that are the Chinese dinner meals, and her "blue" steak which she nibbled at and then took the rest home. Her music on road trips especially her love of the Beatles music. And even though we don't see Carol's family often, we cherish the memories that they have brought to our lives. So many thing! Our lives were enhanced by Carol's love and most especially by seeing the love life and laughter she and Rick shared. Yes Carol, you are forever missed and in our prayers. Love Jim and Sandra

We were honoured to spend October 13 - 21, 2021 with Rick in Calgary - one of Carol's favourite places ever. Sunday Oct. 14 was their wedding anniversary so we made a special trip to Banff with Rick and our grandson Braeden. On a snowy day by Bow Falls, another favourite spot, we had a special moment as Rick spread some of Carol's ashes. The nearby tree we dubbed Carol's tree.
The week continued as Rick, Braedy, Jim and I  were joined by Cathy and Pete, Nate and Jessica for a wonderful evening getting to know them and share memories of Carol. Her presence was truly felt.
On Thursday evening we met Sandy for the first time as she invited the four of us to her place for dinner. I felt personally that I was spending the evening with Carol as so many of their mannerisms are similar. Thank you Sandy as we now share the common bond of love of Carol.
And thank you Rick for enabling us to join you on they memorable and very special trip. Much love to all Carol's family as we continue to keep her in our hearts.

Carol began working for a Bell subsidiary in 1986, in London.  She soon moved into the Technician Control Center where we met in 1992 after I transferred in from another department.  Eventually my job moved to Toronto and Carol also made the move, working in a variety of positions in Operations administration at 76 Adelaide and 100 Borough Drive and elsewhere.  She was very active with the CTEA employees union and really enjoyed the process of helping her coworkers.  Carol had a reputation for a well decorated desk, attracting attention from coworkers, and sneaking naps in the lounge!
She was a wizard with a spreadsheet and reached guru status for the help she supplied to any that asked.
Carol stayed with Bell Canada until her retirement in 2018.  She tried to make a difference in the behemoth that is Bell, and made many life long friends and connections.