KEAN – J. Lynnette, 60, of Port Mouton, Queens County, passed away peacefully in North Queens Nursing Home, Caledonia on Friday, June 2, 2023 with family by her side. Born in Liverpool, Lynnette was the daughter of the late Alice (Fisher) (Newell) Burgess and her stepfather Beryle Burgess (still living).
Having grown up surrounded by natural beauty, Lynnette was proud to have been raised in Port Mouton and so it came as no surprise that Port Mouton is where she chose to build her life. Lynnette met her life partner, Tom, through mutual friends when Tom’s son Benjamin was 12 years old. A young, beautiful woman filled with energy and a zest for life, it was not long before they married and built their life together. No doubt, if you were a friend or family member of Lynnette’s, you likely got to enjoy one of her and Tom’s legendary house parties over the years at their beautiful Port Mouton home. Whether hanging out in the kitchen or cannonballing into their pool, fun times were had by all. With no children of her own, Lynnette played the role of stepmom, planning camping trips with Tom and Ben to Port Mouton Island and beach days together.
Lynnette was a private person and not one to boast of her talents or accomplishments. She greatly enjoyed the arts, including photography, drama, writing and poetry. It was common, and perhaps fitting since she was a teacher, to find Lynnette with her nose in a book as she was an insatiable reader. If not reading, one could find her outside mingling with local wildlife. She had many raccoon, chipmunk and squirrel friends around her home that she enjoyed feeding, and she was somewhat of a chipmunk whisperer.
Lynnette was a teacher for over 30 years, starting at Beach Meadows Consolidated, before moving to Mill Village Consolidated, and finally retiring from John C. Wickwire in Liverpool. Throughout her career, Lynnette provided education for countless children in Queen’s County. Cards and letters from her students and their parents thanking her for taking the time to support their individual needs and to grow their confidence in their learning abilities are abundant. In her lesson plans and evaluations, it was often noted that she was always willing and interested in trying new things in the classroom. She understood that to engage her students, learning needed to be fun and interactive. Taking it one step further, Lynnette was committed to advancing teaching practices. For example, she participated in research studies such as an IWK study that explored the impacts of ADHD on learning. She also mentored the next generation of teachers during their placements as students. Lynnette was committed to lifelong learning as a teacher so that she continued to grow and adapt to the needs of her students. Lynnette truly cared about this county’s children, and she dedicated herself to setting them up for success in learning.
Lynnette is survived by her husband Tom Kean, stepson Ben Kean (Megan), grandchildren Marshall and Brianna Kean, stepfather Beryle Burgess, sisters Martha Labour and Eleanor West, nieces Natasha Wamboldt (Cory) and Nicole Labour, nephews Derrick Lloyd, Julien Kean, Nicholas Labour as well as many great nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her mother Alice (Fisher) (Newell) Burgess, sister Nancy Daury, and nephew Shawn Daury.
The family would like to thank the staff at North Queens Nursing Home as well as her sister Martha, who cared for her so well over the past couple years. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. A private service will be held at a later date. The family requests no flowers. Donations may be made to North Queens Nursing Home in Caledonia, your local SPCA, or Hope for Wildlife. Online condolences may be made at www.chandlersfuneral.com.
Last Day from Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White
“Why did you do all this for me?” he asked. “I don’t deserve it. I’ve never done anything for you.” “You have been my friend,” replied Charlotte. “That in itself is a tremendous thing. I wove my webs for you because I liked you. After all, what’s a life, anyway? We’re born, we live a little while, we die. A spider’s life can’t help being something of a mess, with all this trapping and eating flies. By helping you, perhaps I was trying to lift up my life a trifle. Heaven knows anyone’s life can stand a little of that.”
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Patricia Morash
Sincere condolences for your loss. Lynette completed a student placement with me over thirty years ago. Later, we had an opportunity to work together at Wickwire Academy. It was a pleasure to work with Lynette.
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Pat Morash
Cheryl and Bill Bouges
Martha and family,
Life isn’t going to be the same with Lynnette gone. We were close friends for over 50 plus years and I will miss her dearly. We never missed each others birthdays except for her last one and she didn’t answer the phone knowing something was wrong. The summer pool parties we had will be held close to my heart as we had so much fun. Making fun snacks and having a blast. Those were the good old days. Taking walks on the beach at Carters beach or walking back to the pit road. Everything was an adventure with her but we had fun. The last couple of years have been tough but visiting her in the nursing home always put a smile on her face even when it was difficult. I will remember you always in my heart. Friends never say goodbye they say see you later. Deepest sympathy to the whole family as I am thinking of you all.
Love Cheryl and Bill xox
Jeff Theriau
Our sincere condolences to your entire family. May the Peace of Christ be with you.
Viv Croft (Whynot)
Sorry to hear about your sister Martha
Janet Spicer
To all of Lynnette’s family.
My condolences to you all . Such a young life ☹️ I have many memories of better and happier times on the hill while growing up and spending a lot of time in Port Mouton. ❤️RIP Lynnette
Catherine Hatt
To Family and Friends of Lynette:
My son had the honour to be in Lynette’s class in Mill Village. She was the most kind person to all of her “children”. My son is an Aspie, and she never turned down the challenge that he was in the classroom. I am forever grateful for what she did to make his life better while in school, This was early days for Asperger kids and she rolled with what came in the door every day. And for that I am forever grateful. She helped me and my son find our way, she showed compassion and understanding where others would ridicule and make him stand out for the wrong reasons. She will be missed by us and others like us. May she find the peace that she truly deserves.
Stacey Colp
I am sending my deepest condolences to Lynette family’s. Lynette will be deeply missed , she was a beautiful person and she loved life to the fullest. She will deeply missed by everyone who got to know her
Cathy Wentzell
My sincere and deep sympathy for Lynette’s family.
Lynette and I taught together at Wickwire Academy, sharing
many views about our profession, and our love for the students.
The last few years were challenging, so rest peacefully, Lynette……
Brenda and Ira Husk8ns
Condolences to Lynnette’s family. Sometimes having peace cannot be all bad. RIP Lynnette.
Karalee Kromko
I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your sister. Know that you are in my thoughts❤️Take care!
Debbie Hamilton
My sincere condolences to Lynette’s family, friends and former colleagues.
Marsha Ringer
Deepest condolences to all who knew Lynette. I had the privilege to work with her and learned much from her.
Valerie and Donald Inness
Our deepest condolences to all of Lynette’s family
Sincerely
Valerie and Donald
Dawn Hanley
So sorry to hear she was a lovely person. I went to school with Lynnette and she was 2 of my kids teacher. She was a wonderful person and teacher . Hugs to the family
Ron & Barb Campbell
To the Family,
We are saddened to hear of Lynette’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Sharon & Craig Comeau
Beryl, Martha and family
So so for the loss of a step-daughter, Sister, Aunt our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Remember all your good times and the memories
Love Sharon and Craig Comeau ❤️
David whynott ofmersey point
To all of Lynette’s family we send our condolences. have known her for many years and she was a great person to talk to. May she rest in peace and bless you all.
Harry and Cheryl
Our sincere condolences to Martha and the rest of Lynette’s family. May she RIP
Jocelyn Broughm
Martha & Family:
Thinking of you at this difficult time & sending you heartfelt condolences.
Jocelyn & Dave Broughm
Sherrill Harrington
Sending heartfelt condolences to all of the family. I also had the pleasure of working with her at the Wickwire Academy, she loved all her students and she loved life. RIP Lynette you will be missed .❤️
Melanie Jackson
I am so sorry to hear of Lynette’s passing. I had the privilege of meeting her in the last couple years and spent some memorable times with her. She loved her family and I know will be missed by all who knew her. I will miss her beautiful smile.
Susan Roy
Our sincere condolences to all of Lynnette’s family. We will be thinking of all of you in the days ahead.
Kenny & Susan Roy
Valerie & Roger Wilcox
Ellie and family,
We were so saddened to read that your dear sister had passed.Our thoughts are with you “all” during this difficult time. Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Janie Judge
Dear Martha and Family
I am deeply sorry to hear about the passing of Lynette. I know she meant the world to you and to so many others. Her memory will forever live on in your hearts.
janet colp Jean Wagner
To Linette family our thoughts and prayers are with yuou at this time
Emily McLeod
To Beryle, Eleanor, Martha, and all of Lynette’s family and friends: So sorry to hear of Lynette’s passing. I remember the last time I saw her was at the West Queens Recreation Center at a friend’s 80th birthday party. She looked lovely and I enjoyed talking to her, especially because she was the sister of my childhood best friend, Eleanor. My heart goes out to all of you, but I know the last few years were very difficult, and at least you know that she is at peace now. Thinking of you all at this sad time.
Lisa and Sherman
Martha and family
So sorry to hear of Lynette’s passing. She’ll be missed very much. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Cathie Pearl-Wentzell
I had the pleasure of working with Lynette at Wickwire. She was energetic, enthusiastic and had an enormous heart – each student in her classroom was one of ‘her kids’. Rest easy Lynette.
Iva Wagstaff
My sincere condolences to Lynnette’s family. Lynnette was a dedicated teacher and a real team player. We had lots of good times when we taught together in Mill Village. So sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace.
Jennifer Frail
My dearest Lynette rest easy my friend I will miss you dearly. My deepest sympathy to all the family.
Donna West
Martha and family,
So shocked and saddened to hear of Lynette’s passing. I enjoyed the many chats I had with her several years ago. My deepest condolences to Martha and family. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Stephanie Woodsworth
I met Lynette at Dr. JC Wickwire back in 1999 when I was a substitute teacher. I loved her spunk, her passion for teaching, and her love for her students. She was an inspiration to her students and her fellow staff. Sincere condolences to all who loved Lynette.
Lori Uhlman
I have had the privilege of caring for Lynette and I was so very fond of her. I will always remember those beautiful eyes looking at me so intently. I more than once, told her how beautiful she was. I will keep our time together tucked in my heart. Fly high Lynette.
Jeffrey Miller
Rest in Peace My Dear Friend! I was honoured to part of your teaching career as you practice taught in the Liverpool Town Schools and taught with you at Wickwire! Condolences to the Family!
Kelly Blair
I have fond memories of teaching with Lynnette in Queens County in the late 1980s. She was a very dedicated professional who was well respected by her colleagues. She has left us much too soon. RIP, dear Lynnette.
Michael Worthylake
I worked with Lynette at Dr. JC Wickwire Academy for several years. What I remember most was her commitment to reach students who needed a different approach to learn and she did so with a big heart. She was always open to trying new ideas. My sympathies to her family and friends.
J. Louise Fancy
Condolences to Lynette,s family. I remember how happy she was when Beryle and Martha came into visit and she would give her happy laugh and be so excited to see them, She was a lovely lady. She would listen very sharp to the girls as they sit in the dining area with her. I remember Martha when we played Bingo on the units when Covid was around our home Lynette was always happy to play. I would sit by her as she played and she would cover B4 and B6 if I called B10 if she did not have that number. She would say 6 plus 4 is 10. We would just continue playing but always made me giggle, She will be missed and we so loved having her with us at North Queens. She was a real beauty and everyone loved her as she was so Special. Keep your memories of her close to your heart. We enjoyed having you as part of our Big family and you will be missed as well. Louise in Recreation.
Richard & Linda (Clancy) Swain
So very sorry to hear of Lynette’s passing . Our deepest sympathies to her family and friends.
Carla Zwicker
My dear childhood friend, we spent a lot of time together as young preteens. I cherish those memories, and some of my children were fortunate to have Lynette as a teacher also. Gone way too young. You made a huge impact on my life. Rest easy.
Gordon Eisnor
Martha and family: My sincere condolences to you on the loss of your sister,and to all Lynette’s family.
Walter Miller
My sincere condolences to Lynette’s family may she Rest In Peace.
Edith
So very sorry of Lynettes passing. She was a sweet woman
Jeff Langille
So sorry for your loss. Lynette always had a quiet wit about her. Condolences to the family.
Wanda Oderkirk
Sincere condolences to Beryl Martha, Eleanor and families. I know the last couple of years has been so difficult for you all. May the days ahead and precious memories comfort you. ❤️
Craig Stuart/Maria Labour
To Lynette’s family: We are thinking of you all and sending our heartfelt condolences. Take Care ❤
Shannon Hartlen
So sorry to hear of Lynette’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with her for several years and at the height of her career, she exuded energetic passion for education and always aimed for the best for her students. She embraced thinking outside the box and was always welcoming to me. I have friends who recall her as their favorite teacher growing up. I hope her spirit is at peace.
Shannon Hartlen
Amy Burgess
Martha and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Lynette’s passing. My deepest sympathies.
Valerie Conrad
Sincere condolences to Lynette’s family.
Debbie Oickle
So sorry to hear of Lynnette’s passing. I had the privilege of working with Lynnette and knew her as a dedicated, energetic, caring teacher who was well liked and respected by her students and colleagues. I will remember fondly fun times spent together and how much she enjoyed hosting her summer pool parties. She was a wonderful person. Rest in peace dear friend. Hugs ❤️
Julie Romain
I’m so sad and sorry to hear of Lynette’s passing. I have many fond memories of time spent with her(during our Teachers College days) and then with her and Tom.
Marilyn johnson
So sad she was the best just like family she always had lots of smiles will never forget you miss kean as i called her she was well loved by my kids and all her other students a wonderful person inside and out Rip ❤
Wendell & Karen
We are remembering Lynette and sending condolences to her family. We enjoyed knowing her lively nature and had a lot of fun together over the years at school events and pool parties. Rest in peace dear Lynette ❤
Niki Patterson
Ms. Kean was one of my favourite teachers and one of the kindest people I have known. I’m thankful to have had her in my life as a young student. My sincere condolences to her family and friends. Xx
Judi Maillet
My sincere condolence to Lynette’s family. I had the pleasure of getting to know Lynette when I worked the cafeteria @ the Wickwire. She always had a smile & we had lots of talks. She was a bright spot on many a dull days. Lynette may you be flying high with the Angela & are pain free. God must have needed another Angel. So He called you home.
Duncan & Goretti MacIsaac
We both taught at Wickwire with Lynette and have many fond memories of her. She was a caring, energetic and dedicated professional not only in the classroom but as a Language Arts Mentor as well.
Rest in peace our dear friend and colleague.
Christine MacPherson
Dear Martha and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Lynette’s passing. My sincere condolences to all her family.
Lynette was a dedicated and compassionate teacher as well as a well liked and respected colleague. It was a pleasure to work with her at Mill Village.
I will cherish the memories of our time spent together in and out of school. It was a honour to call her a friend.
Rest easy dear Lynette
Robert & Sally Fader
Ellie and family:
So sorry to see that you have lost your sister, Lynette. Sending sincere condolences at this very difficult time.
Judy Adams
To all of Lynette,s family. My sincere condolences on her passing. May she rest in peace now.
Leslie Jones
I am saddened to hear of Lynette’s passing. I worked along side Ms. Kean for many years. From studying Spider webs to school wide book reads her energy, sense of fun and care for her students was evident each day.
Bill Raine
Liz and I offer our most sincere condolences to Lynette’s family. It was a pleasure to know her as a student and to work with her as a colleague.
Warren Dobson
I can’t believe that Lynette has died so young. I always enjoyed visiting her at Mill Village School and seeing the worm composting or the baby ducks. There were so many amazing things going on in her classroom. My two sons, Drew and David, loved being her students. She was a great hostess as well, and Karen and I enjoyed many a great staff party at her home in Port Mouton. To all her family, I hope you will treasure your memories of Lynette and that they will comfort you in your grief.
Bruce Theriau
Martha and Family
So sorry to hear of Lynette’s passing, she was taken way too soon. My thoughts are with you all in these sad times.
Barry and Bonnie Francis
Sending heartfelt condolences to Lynette’s family.
Krista (Oickle) Orman
I was saddened to hear of Lynette’s passing. I worked with her at Wickwire for several years near the end of her career. Lynette was the kind of teacher you hoped your children had one day. She was energetic, fun, and full of life. Every time I walked by her classroom, her students were always engaged in a fun, creative activity such as reader’s theatre or the like. Although Lynette was taken from us much too early, may you find comfort in the days ahead knowing she is now at peace. ❤️
Colleen Studley
I am so sorry for your Loss. that is far too young!
My Deepest Condolences to all of you.
Colleen and Doug
Cathy Miller
I was very sorry to learn of Lynette’s passing. I taught with her at Wickwire. I remember her love of chocolate and recall many a time trotting down the hall with her as we talked. I admired her endless energy and contagious enthusiasm. My condolences.
Charles McLellan
On behalf of the Retired Teachers Organization – Queens Branch, I wish to extend sincere condolences to the family of the late Lynette Kean. Lynette was a gifted educator who was able to inspire and guide a vast number of students here in schools in Queens County. Our retired teachers’ community is indeed saddened by the loss of a colleague.
Chuck McLellan
President
Queens Branch- RTO
Charles McLellan
Linda and I knew Lynette as a teaching colleague and friend. Lynette was an energetic and hard working teacher who always had the best interests of her students in mind. She was always filled with so much energy and enthusiasm about teaching and helping her students learn.
We offer our sincerest sympathies in this time of loss.
Chuck and Linda McLellan
Louise swain
Thinking of Lynette family at this difficult time wishing them strength in the days ahead
I have known Lynette for nearly 50 years I taught her in grade 5 many years ago later she
became one of my best friends we shared many laughs picnics and camping on port mouton
Island you will be missed but you will always be in our thoughts
Cathy de Rome
I taught at Wickwire with Lynette. She was full of energy and enthusiasm for her students. Lynette often tried many different ideas to enhance her teaching, the composting with worms being one that I remember. My sincere condolences to Lynette’s family on your loss.
Deb, Chuck and Clay Taylor
Our sincere condolences to Lynette’s family.
RIP dear soul! You may not be with us in this physical world but you have left your mark and I promise to pass along all those wonderful hugs that you shared with us over the years..those heartfelt hugs we forever will feel and pass along with you in mind and heart.
You made such an impact on so many and you were our sons favourite teacher he is heartbroken as we are but we are thankful to have shared in your love by knowing you sweet lady. We were blessed.
June Lohnes-Davis
Our sincere condolences to all of Lynette’s family. We were shocked to read of Lynette’s passing.
June,Alan and Lucas Davis
Lorna Nickerson
My heartfelt condolences to Lynette’s family and those close to her.
May your happy memories of Lynette sustain you at this sad time and in the future,