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Rawding; Verna Mae

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RAWDING – Verna M., of Pleasantville, Lunenburg County, formerly of Hunts Point and Summerville, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, December 28, 2016.
Born in Port Mouton, Queens County, she was a daughter of the late Sylvester and Olive (Jollimore) Broughm.
Verna was a former employee of Bowater Mersey Paper Company and a care giver at Queens Manor, Liverpool. She also cared for terminally ill patients privately. She worked for Travel Discounters in Bridgewater for a time. She enjoyed gardening and flowers, nature and cars.
She is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, Gary, and her “fur baby” Oscar.
Visitation will be held Monday, January 2, 2017 from 7 until 9 p.m. in Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com

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  2. Brenda and Jim

    Condolences to Gary and Oscar. When we received phone call from Gary on Wednesday morning we were very saddened to hear that Verna had passed away. I have known Verna for a number of years and I must say there is nobody with a kinder heart than she had.Verna loved her fur baby Oscar her cat. She loved her sporty cars. She was young at heart and loved to have fun.
    She will be deeply missed by her husband Gary,Oscar and her many friends. She is now pain-free, her suffering is over. Rest in peace my dear friend, never to be forgotten. Brenda and Jim.

  3. Walter and Sherri Miller

    Gary
    We were so sorry to hear of Verna’s passing.Our condolences go out to you at this difficult time.

  7. pam miller

    How to express my feelings to the family , words cannot express the loss of a true friend and cousin . We may never saw each other much but my love for Verna is held deeply in my heart . We truely have lost a precious Angel . sending heartfelf sympathies to you Gary at this sad time . Know we are there for you.

  8. Roisin and Leon

    Dearest Gary,
    We send our deepest love and sympathy in this most difficult time. We will always be here for you, you are family to us. We love you and verna is always going to be in our heart.
    All our love, prayers and light to you, forever in our hearts, never to be forgotten
    Love always Roisin and Leon

  9. Beverley & Betty-Jean Colp

    Gary, we send our deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your wife, Verna. May the many memories you have of the years you had together comfort you at this time.

  10. Barbie and Brian Fralic

    Gary, sorry to hear of Verna’s passing. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
    Barbie and Brian

  11. Bob and Vicki Roach

    So sorry to hear about Verna. She was a sweet person with a big heart. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

  12. Beatrice DeLong

    Gary, so very very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
    Verna is now at peace. Cherish all the great memories as they are yours to keep.
    With deepest Sympathy, Bea

  13. Wanda

    What is one to say when you loose someone so close to your heart …it will hurt forever ? My mother, my sister and most of all my best friend. To have had such a bond with such an amazing woman is the best gift in life she ever gave me. I will miss you forever and always but know you will always be with me because when you have a forever friend …. Forever has no end …
    Love you Gary xx

  14. Pat Wigglesworth

    Gary

    So sorry for your loss. Verna never changed, you could see her once a year and she always had that great smile and ready to have a conversation like she had talked to you just the week before. She will be missed by all. My thoughts are with you.

  15. Dawne Rawding

    So sad for my brother but take comfort in knowing that he and Verna made a lifetime of memories. Some of those memories are captured in the beautiful video tribute above. Stay strong Gary … I love you xo

  18. Holly and Philip Smith

    Gary,
    Please accept our deepest condolences.It is so sad for you to lose Verna after all the years you happily spent together. You will be
    In our thoughts in the difficult days ahead. Such lovely photos of Verna; what great and lasting memories you two made.
    Holly and Philip

  19. Dennis Hicks

    I am So Sorry to hear of your loss Garry. My thoughts and emotions are for you and Your continued moments forward knowing you will be missing and wishing that Verna was there to see and share it with you.
    May she Rest in Peace. And help you understand Together you both will help one another be a peace will the ways of life.

  20. Robert & Sally Fader

    Gary:
    So very sorry for your loss. Hadn’t seen Verna for a long time, but she was always very friendly and smiling. Sincere condolences and prayers at this most difficult time.

  22. Brenda and Ira Huskins

    Gary, we are sorry for your loss of your beloved wife. She always had a smile and time for some conversation. God Bless.

  23. David T.Hillier

    Hi Gary
    So sorry and shocked to hear of your loss.
    Take care of yourself.
    Will be in touch.
    My prayers are with you.

  24. Andrea &Gordie Veinot

    Gary so sad and sorry for your loss of Verna.We hope all your wonderful memories will comfort you at this sad time.Verna always had a big smile and a chat when we met.Our thoughts are with you.❤

  25. Donna and David Dicks

    Gary, We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers our with you at this difficult time. Take care.

  28. Donna & Carl Walker & Family

    Dear Gary,
    So sorry to hear of the loss of Verna. I never really knew her but through watching the beautiful video on line I feel like I got to know her through pictures. Such wonderful memories of a life well lived. May she rest in peace and may you find comfort in knowing that we are all thinking of you.

  29. Charlene and Bruce White

    Sending sincere condolences in your time of sorrow. May you be comforted by the many wonderful memories of this lovely woman that you shared your life with.

  30. Sandra Turpin

    Dear Gary:

    My most sincere sympathy to you on the loss of sweet Verna. She had a heart of gold and I will certainly miss and love her forever. Her suffering is over and is now pain-free. Take care of yourself, Gary and cherish all the wonderful memories you two shared. Hugs.

  32. Cathy Wentzell

    Gary, we were so saddened and sorry to hear of Verna’s passing.
    You are in our thoughts and prayers.
    Cathy &Rollie Wentzell

  34. Steve Frellick

    Gary,
    May fond memories of Verna bring you comfort during this hard time in your life. Look back on all the good memories you were able to have and smile at the fact that you were able to share these before she passed away. Our hearts and prayers go out to you.

  36. Ronald & Sharon Verge

    Gary we are so sorry to hear of Verna’s passing,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
    Take Care.

    Ronald & Sharon

  37. Steve & Marlene O'Malley

    Gary….so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this very sad time.

  38. Margo Hanley

    Gary: Sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. God Bless.

  39. Gary and Donna Jollimore

    Gary:

    Gary and I were saddened to read of Verna`s passing. It`s so sad to lose someone you love. Keep your memories close to give you comfort in the difficult days ahead. I always liked that Verna always had the time for a chat or a smile. You are in our thoughts and prayers. One day at a time, Gary. Verna will be looking down at you and smiling. Take care.

  40. Marion Seamone

    Gary, so sorry to here of Verna’s passing. May your memories carry you through this difficult and sad time.
    Take care….

  41. Lorraine MacGowan

    I was so sorry to hear of Verna’s passing. She was a dear woman who held a baby shower for me and 30 years later was instrumental in helping me bring that child’s daughter to Disney a few years ago. My thoughts and prayers and deepest condolences are with you Gary.

  42. Murray & Myrna Wigglesworth

    Gary – We were very sorry to hear of Verna’s passing. |It has been many years since I have seen either of you see and know that little has changed. Remember all the good times and I expect (and see from the photos) that there were many. Please accept our sincerest condolences Our thoughts and prayers are with during these difficult times..

  43. Michelle winters

    Dear Gary so sorry for your loss I know Vera will be missed she was so kind she would come in to the Superstore & we would talk about her new kitty she would tell how you were doing . I must say she had a lot of courage I remember her being very strong Dave & I will be praying for you God bless you.

  45. Tommy & Ardith

    Dear Gary, so very sorry to hear of Verna’s passing. We have some lovely memories of the 4 of us together and we’ll always remember how much Verna loved to laugh. Her kind heart was a treasure and it shows in the beautiful video the lovely person she was.
    Thinking of you during this difficult time with heartfelt sympathy,
    Tommy & Ardith

  46. Marion and Arthur Clattenburg

    Gary, so sorry for your loss. Verna was a special lady, always with a smile. We hope your good memories help you through this difficult time. Deepest sympathy.

  47. Brian and Helene

    Dear Gary,
    We are so saddened by the news of Verna’s passing. We watched the video and were reminded of all the good times we four spent together despite the fact that we live in far away Alberta. We are so fortunate and blessed in the friendship that we’ve enjoyed from the first time we met in St. Pierre/Miquelon.
    We will miss Verna, a truly giving person and a fun loving individual.
    Take care, Gary, and love and hugs to you…

  48. Janice Russell

    Gary I am so sorry to hear of Verna’s passing. She was without a doubt a true friend when I lived in Liverpool. Please accept my sincere sympathies.

  49. Jean Strum

    Dear Gary:
    I was very sorry to read about Verna’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolences. I know she will be missed by all who knew her.
    Sincerely,
    Jean Strum

  50. Vernon & Joyce Hawkes

    Gary, so sorry for your loss. She was a very caring person.
    Remember the good times.
    Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
    Vernon & Joyce

  51. Eugene & Shirley Meisner

    Gary so terribly sorry to hear of Verna,s passing, our thought,s & prayers are with you at this time.

  52. Rachel and Robert Dexter

    So saddened to hear of Verna’s passing. Please know Gary we are thinking of you at this very sad time.

  53. Brenda Lee and Greg Warren and Jeanette Oickle

    So sorry for your loss Gary. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

  55. Anita

    Dear Gary,
    I am so sorry to hear the news that your beloved, Verna has passed away. I have such fond memories of her and the kindness in her heart. May you find comfort in knowing how much others care; peace knowing she is no longer in pain and strength from the love that you two shared. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. May God watch over you in His tender care. Love, Anita

  56. phyllis Yorke Tutty

    Gary, so sorry for your loss. I was very shocked to hear. As you know, I worked
    with Verna for several years. Take care. Phyllis

  57. Kendell & Karla Colp

    Gary, we are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers

  58. Janice and Les

    Know that Les and I are thinking about you and your family at this most difficult time. We are in NL so are unable to attend the visitation. Treasure your memories. They will help you in the days ahead.

  59. Rebecca Huskins

    Mom & I want to offer our deepest condolences to everyone suffering due to this great loss. I had hoped to be there for the visitation but I have to work that night. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  62. Kevin and Karen Sampson

    We are so sad to here of your loss Gary. Verna was wonderful and had so many friends and she will be surely missed.

  63. Linda Lucier

    Dear Gary; So sorry to hear of your loss.,May your memories be a comfort to you.
    Sincerely, Lin Lucier

  66. Doug and Jennie Mason

    Our sincere condolences. While we knew Verna for only a short time, we will always remember her kindness and ready smile. We were blessed to have known her.

    May she rest in peace…

    Doug and Jennie

  67. Glenda Fralic

    Gary , thinking of you at this sad time .Verna was such a kind , generous & caring person . I always appreciated her friendship to mom & have fun memories of our trip to Florida . She will be missed Glenda

  68. Hope DeMone

    My heart just breaks Gary after hearing this tragic news this morning. Verna was such a kind hearted person, we had so many laughs during her brief time working in Lunenburg. I will forever treasure those fond memories and consider myself blessed to have known her. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Love Hope, Matthew and Dylan

  71. Carla Whynot

    Gary,
    So sorry to read about Verna. As I got to know her through our many times spent at the hospital this past year I realized she was a very courageous woman. I loved talking with her. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Carla

  72. Debbie and John

    Dear Verna
    Goodbyes hurt more than anything. Especially when deep down you know you will never get to say Hello again. You have been there in good times and bad you will always be in our thoughts. Love you Debbie Calder and John Haughn

  73. Lynn Curphey

    Gary,
    Today is visitation day and it will be difficult trying to stay strong when talking to all these people who want to show respect to you and Verna. Take strength from them. John and I, your three nieces and six great nieces and nephews from afar wish we could with you at this time, but know you are in our thoughts. Love you
    Your sister Lynn

  74. Anne Conrad

    Gary, I was so saddened to hear of your loss. Verna’s phone calls and visits with me always made me smile!! I will surely miss her. Keep the memories close to your heart – they will get you through the rough days ahead!!

  75. Brenda Mckinnon

    Gary, so sorry to hear of Verna .My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time

  78. Paul and Mary Lou Smith

    Gary,

    Our deepest sympathy and condolences in the passing of Verna. She was always polite, compassionate and a very nice personality.

    May the blessings be. We are sorry for your loss.

  79. Tim Diwnie

    Gary: Thanks for calling us about Verna’s passing, she was always so nice to us and welcoming when we bought the house in Summerville. We’ll be for a visit soon. Tim and Brenda Downie

  80. Nina & Doug

    Gary, we were so sorry to hear that Verna has passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

  81. Dale and Kim Foley

    Gary I cannot express how sad Dale and I to hear that your ray of light is gone.There are no words adequate enough to describe Verna.She was a force of nature that few people get the privilege to know and we are forever grateful to have known her even though life got in the way these latter years.She was a kind and generous soul whose purpose seemed to be to enrich other people’s lives.We will never forget her and we hope these words give you some comfort.We are thinking of you Gary and share your sorrow
    Dale and Kim Foley

  83. Corinne And Ron Marsh

    Our deepest sympathy Gary. Verna was always so pleasant to Ronnie and I . Had a smile on her face everytime we seen her which was always at your side…. xo

  84. Marilyn & Donnie

    I am truly saddened by Verna” death. Verna was more than just a friend; she was an amazing person. She was always so kind and considerate to us that we always welcomed seeing her at every opportunity. Her passing will not only leave a void in our lives, but in the hearts of everyone who knew her. Verna’s memory will always remain deep within my heart. – Our thoughts and prayers are with Gary and family.

  85. Mark & Debbie

    Hearing about your loss has deeply saddened us, but I know that this is far from what you are going through right now. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. Mark & Debbie Knickle

  86. Virginia Aikenhead

    Gary,
    We are so sorry to hear of Verna’s passing. You are in our thoughts and we send you deepest condolences and warm regards at this difficult time.
    Take care.
    Fran Moreton, Barb Moreton,
    Virginia and Chip

  87. Jacqueline & Jim Peach

    Gary so sorry to hear of Verna’s passing. She always enjoyed a good laugh. May God give you the comfort you need to get through this valley. 🙁

  88. Myles Winters

    Gary, we were saddened to hear of Verna’s passing. May your memories of her bring comfort during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you.

    Take Care,
    Myles & Paula Winters

  89. Joan deRoos

    Gary,
    So sorry for your loss. Sincere condolences during this sad time.

    Take care,
    The deRoos family

  90. Christa

    Gary, im so sorry for your loss, Verna will be missed by alot of people. I didnt know her very long but i will never forget the kindness and care for others while she was so sick herself she was a great women i am glad to have met her.Christa n Greg

  91. Don & Anne Kelly

    Dear Gary
    Don and I are just here remembering all the wonderful times at your cottage and on your boat with you and Verna. Verna was so good to so many of us. Her love for animals especially her cats make me smile. She did kind things for those that mattered to her. I have a lovely Christmas plaque that she gave to me many years ago that I hang on my wall each Christmas. I will think of her whenever I look at it.
    Gary, our home is always open to you. Thinking of you at this most difficult time!
    Love Don & Anne

  92. Joanne colp

    Gary.. we are so saddened to hear of Verna’s passing. The video is a beautiful tribute to Verna..it included everything she loved. We will always remember her smile and her laugh. Know that we are thinking of you at this time.

    Kevin and Joanne Colp

  93. Sheila and Jerry Feakes

    Gary we just heard about your great loss. We want to pass on our love and condolences to you. Verna was a great friend to so many and will be sincerely missed. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. May all the great memories that you have help you in the weeks to come.

  94. David and Lisa Moore

    Gary,

    We are very sorry for your loss, Verna was a very kind and gentle soul and we will remember her laughing all the time.

    Sincerely,
    Dave and Lisa Moore

  95. Philip and Linda Dagley

    Was shocked to hear of Verna passing. Was waiting for the cold I have to pass so I could go for a visit.It was good to see so many at the visitation. The video was great and brought back many memories of the childhood we spent together. she always had a smile and a kind word, she will be missed by all. Gary our thoughts are with you, always here for you. Linda and Philip.

  96. Glenda Long

    The South Shore has lost a beautiful angel. I called Verna my earth angel because she always took me under her wing.
    She stood by me throughout my own battle with cancer and I will be forever grateful to both Gary and Verna. I will miss her big smile and big laugh always. I am so grateful that I was able to visit with her in December. She put on a brave face to the very end. Don’t worry Gary she will still be watching over you. Always in my heart.

  97. Curtis & Nancy Daury

    Gary

    We are sorry to hear of Verna’s passing. She will be remembered as a generous and caring person. Remember all the good times to help get you through this difficult time. Take care.

  98. Ashley Schaffner

    Greif is love with no place to go.

    To say you will be missed by many is an understatement. I can say with certainty that you touched the lives of many with your beautiful heart and nurturing caring nature. Verna was a person I aspire to be, perfect balance of strong, independent, loving, caring, vivacious and full of life. She taught me more than one lesson, even when she thought I wasnt listening.

    Gary all my love goes out to you, I only know the difficulty I am experiencing knowing she has passed and cannot even begin to sympathize with the massive void you are experiencing. Just remember she wouldnt want you to be sad, she would be yelling at you to smarten up. Love you big guy xxo.

  99. Heather Cook (nee Lawrence)

    Gary,
    I have been thinking a lot about you in the time since Mom told me the sad news of Verna’s passing. I am very sorry for your loss … Verna was one of a kind, a kind heated, generous woman who would do anything she could to help. She had a real sense of fun, a great sense of humour, and a love of life!

  100. Barbara Bullen

    Dear Gary,

    We want to let you know how sad we were to hear of Vernas’ passing. Verna was a beautiful gift to this world and to you.
    Her acts of kindness will live on in the memories of many for years to come. When we loose someone we love it is a very painful time in our lives, that is the price we pay for loving and you and Verna made it obvious that much love was shared between the two of you. So blessed you are for that. So keep the memories alive, hold them close in your heart and let them help you get through those hard times. Remember her laugh, I know we will.

    Barb and Ron Bullen

  101. John Haughnz

    A great friend with a huge heart. Verna always worried about others and approached life with a smile and a laugh. I will miss her.

  102. Wanda Seldon

    Its been 4 years I miss you more every day as I troop on without your presense, phone calls and loving caring ways. Life is just not the same when you loose part of your existance. happy Angelversary beautiful ❤

  103. Paul Smith

    I know this is late, but just came across this now. Gary our deepest condolences and sympathy to you in the passing of Verna. She was a sweet soul always very considerate of others. Verna touched many hearts including ours. We are sorry for your loss. Paul and MaryLou Smith

  104. Wanda Seldon

    Here we are 4 years later and my heart still aches to hear your laugh, see your beautiful smile and have time with you. Time has brought me struggles but I feel you beside me encouraging me to face them , as you told me You would always be with me … a feeling I hope to always have. Happy Angelversary … missing you like crazy … my forever friend

  105. Wanda Seldon

    Here we are many years after, I still smell your perfume, hear your laughter, share your love of cats, gardening and decorating … everything is good … but my heart is still hit by waves of missing you. I am approaching the day that you jokingly said to me ” are you really going to marry that guy ? Yes and I will softly carry you with me on that day around my neck close to my heart where you will always be. You may not be with me on my day but I know you will send me a sign as always … forever loved and missed.

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