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Maureen MacKinnon posted a condolence
Friday, October 4, 2024
Dear Brian and Wendy, Lisa and Mike, and families. Words cannot express my sorrow at hearing of Veronica’s passing. She was such a special person to me, and so many others, as many of the tributes proclaim.
When Cathy and I became friends in Grade 2, Veronica became another mom to me, always cheerful, always wanting the best for me, providing a ‘safe harbour’.
My memories are of her singing along with the radio, and dancing in the kitchen when the tune and the mood struck… or in a gathering, “Come on Wilfred, just one more song!”… and her kebbi (Sp?) sooo delicious.
She loved everyone, especially children, and anyone who landed at your place on Landry Avenue was treated like family. I know I certainly was, as she let me stay at your place with Cathy probably more than I was home.
The last few years I trying to call at least twice a year… her birthday and on Cathy’s, and I had such a funny story to share with her about a Tom Jones concert that I thought was going to take place in Halifax… but sadly we didn’t get to share the laugh with me.
Veronica was one in a million and I wish I could be there to share the burden of your sadness, and the joy of knowing how well she was loved, because of the amazing person she was. Please know I am there with all of you in spirit.
Maureen
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Monica Smith posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
I was so saddened to hear this news! Veronica was a Mom to so many of Cathy’s friends (myself included). Heartfelt condolences to the whole family, it is indeed the end of a beautiful era. Heaven has another angel in the choir and she is now reunited with her dear Wilfred and of course Cathy. May they all rest in peace until we meet again. xo
Monica (nee Aucoin) and Dale Smith
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Marie & Anselm Doyle posted a condolence
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss-we were neighbours on Cameron Estates, and enjoyed their company and little chats. We are unable to attend Veronica's funeral as we have to attend a funeral in Halifax on Saturday for Anselm's sister-in-law. Marie & Anselm Doyle
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Marlene Webber posted a condolence
Thursday, September 26, 2024
In the 50s, when I was little, my mother worked in our family business so needed someone else to mind her kids. For me and my brother, that someone was Veronica Kyte, who moved in with us when she was just a girl of 16 herself, and barely 12 years older than me. As a child, I had no understanding of what it meant to be cook, house cleaner and child caregiver, especially as a teenager separated from her family most of the week. But Vee never complained, just worked her little heart out and took great care of us.
I was so attached to Vee that on her days off she’d often take me home with her, where I was welcomed and quickly integrated into her large, loving family. In particular, I took to her father, whom I called jiddah (grandfather in Syrian) and to Bernie and Patty, “the twins”. The boys loved playing tricks on me, and especially relished playing “poor us.” They’d do things like replace toilet paper with soup can wrappers, or they’d cry over who had to forego supper so I could eat. They were hilarious! When they weren’t yanking my chain, they were kind. Frequently in summer, jiddah and the twins would bus from the Pier and then from Ashby to our house near Rotary Park, which was then an undeveloped area. They’d collect me and we’d go exploring in the woods, gathering wild flowers, walking barefoot in streams and picking and eating berries.
Then, when I was a tween, along came Wilfred to disrupt my perfect little world. In order to appease me, he’d take me along on some of their dates. I can still picture sitting in the front seat (no bucket seats back then) all cozy between Wilf and Vee. We’d do something child friendly, such as a fair—which I’m sure was not what Wilf had in mind—where he’d be stuck spending his hard-earned money on treats for the spoiled brat. But he wanted to impress Vee, so I got the benefits. He wasn’t my favourite person when he took Vee away from us, i.e. married her. But I survived and he and I became pals.
Early in their marriage, Vee and Wilf lived in Sydney not far from where my family had moved. The Cormier home became my second home. I was crazy for their babies and was eventually allowed to babysit for Cathy and Brian. One time (well, to be honest, more than once but I only got caught once) I snuck my boyfriend (an older guy I was forbidden to see) into their place. A neighbour spotted us and reported me to Vee, who ratted me out to my parents. It took me a long time to forgive her for that, but Veronica, unlike me, was always a “good girl.”
She tried very hard to reform me, but apparently I was a lost cause! That said, I see so many ways in which Veronica, as my unconditionally loving second mom, as well as the Kyte values, had a huge impact on my life. Jiddah’s death gutted me.
After I left Sydney for university, I never went back without visiting Vee and Wilf, and sometimes staying with them in New Waterford. Just as “home” was my biological family, “home” was also Vee and Wilf.
For some baffling reason, Vee was allergic to making phone calls. Go figure! So it fell to me to stay in touch, which I did sporadically. I also visited and stayed with her at Parkland for a few days last summer, and by pure luck and chance spoke with her on one of her last good days in the week before she passed. She talked mostly about her deep gratitude for her devoted family, and for my brother, Laurie, who’s always been very attentive. Vee boasted about how lucky she was to have such great kids—including us in the brood--and she named everyone in Brian’s family and in Lisa’s. “Brian comes every day to visit me. Can you believe that Marl?”
Veronica may have felt blessed to have had the family she had, including her Kyte siblings of course, who we also discussed in out last phone call. But I rank myself as luckiest of all to have had her in my life. Rest in peace Vee! My love and condolences to her crew.
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Lisa ( Connors) Hanson posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
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Lisa (Mike) Brian (Wendy) and Families. Please except my sincere condolences on the passing of Veronica. Wilfred and Veronica will forever remain dear to my heart for the many years we spent driving them crazy on Landry Avenue. Veronica insisted on feeding us whenever we arrived to visit. Her Hello Dolly Squares are legendary. I can still see her pulling them out of the freezer as we walked through the door. She will be forever remembered and cherished in my heart. Both Veronica and Wilfred always made us feel welcome and loved. May she rest in peace with her beloved Wilfred.
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Carol Ann Sheppard-Taylor posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
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Brian, Lisa and Family~~Please accept our deepest sympathy on Veronica's peaceful passing. I'm so glad we made the trip to see her a month ago. We chatted, laughed and took crazy selfies! It was a wonderful visit with our dear friend. It goes without saying, after knowing her for over 45 years, I'll miss her. V's cabbage rolls and those Hello Dolly squares will never be forgotten! Even with her own recipe, her's were better! Rest in Eternal Peace Veronica. You and your friendship will truly be missed. Carol Ann and Manny
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Jimmy posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, September 22, 2024
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Brian, Lisa and family of Veronica. Our condolences to all of you. Veronica was a special lady and kind neighbor to us, especially to me when she would bake a banana bread with walnuts. I believe she sent them bi-weekly to me with a loving smile.... Take care, Jimmy and Tracey Nemis
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Madonna Spinazola posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, September 22, 2024
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My deepest condolences to Brian, Lisa and Family of the wonderful loving lady. I sure remember her cabbage rolls, and hello dolly squares as well as Veronica's laughter and fun loving ways. RIP Veronica, you leave us with happy memories and you will be missed by many. My love to Brian and Lisa.
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Roberta (Bobby)White posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, September 22, 2024
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Brian ,Lisa and all of Veronica’s family I send my deepest condolences and prayers.
Veronica was a lovely lady,very good neighbor who was missed when they moved.
She was in our Choir and will be remembered for her laughter and dancing at our parties.
Rest in peace Veronica .
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Muriel Blackwood, Donna, Karen & Judy posted a condolence
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Lisa, Brian and families on Veronica’s passing. We all remember her as a very friendly and thoughtful lady from our old neighbourhood. May she rest in peace.
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Kendra Coombes lit a candle
Saturday, September 21, 2024
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My deepest condolences to the Cormier family on your loss, my thoughts are with you at this time.
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Dale Kearney posted a condolence
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Another neighbor gone. Not too many left of the original neighborhood. Veronica was such a kind lady to all of us kids
May she rest in peace
Dale Kearney
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John White posted a condolence
Friday, September 20, 2024
My condolences to Brian, Lisa and family. Veronica was a very nice lady.
RIP.
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Aleah MacNeil posted a condolence
Friday, September 20, 2024
So sad to read this news.I met Veronica when Cathy dragged me home from school when we were in Grade Primary and from then on we were always able to chat and catch up.R.I.P. fine lady!
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Mary C. (Lasovski) MacPherson posted a condolence
Friday, September 20, 2024
So sorry to read of Veronica’s passing! V was such a sweetie, and I was always pleased whenever we had occasion to get together. She will be missed. God rest her dear soul and comfort all her mourning loved ones with happy memories!
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Brian Betts posted a condolence
Friday, September 20, 2024
Lisa we were very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing.There were always lots of laughing and good times whenever your folks came to Halifax for a visit. Thinking of you all. Brian and Susan
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Joanne Mackenzie lit a candle
Friday, September 20, 2024
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Brian, Lisa and families. Deepest condolences your way on the loss of your Mom. I have good memories with her teaching religion classes when we were younger. A sweet soul she was. RIP Veronica.
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Gabe And Linda Gazzola posted a condolence
Friday, September 20, 2024
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Veronica.She was a neighbor of mine for over twenty-five years.We had a special bond and could talk about anything.She was a beautiful lady and i will always remember her.I spoke with her a short while ago and i told her i loved her .She told me she loved me too.I will always cherish this special moment.Our thoughts and prayers are will you all at this time.
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Barb posted a condolence
Friday, September 20, 2024
Brian, Lisa and families, please accept our condolences in the loss of your mom. Veronica was a lovely lady and added kindness to the neighborhood. Let your memories help you through this journey to say goodbye. RIP Veronica. Bob and Barb (White) Warner
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Marie Conway posted a condolence
Friday, September 20, 2024
Deepest Sympathy to All of you ! Have Great Memories of Good Times and Sing Songs on Landry Ave!Thoughts and Prayers are with you Hugs Marie (Tortola) Conway Halifax
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deborah Mcneill lit a candle
Friday, September 20, 2024
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Lisa, so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Veronica was a wonderful lady. Lots of memories of her when the girls were all at your house, she was so full of fun!!. She is now reunited with your dad. Condolences to your whole family.
Deborah (Dwyer) McNeill
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Janice Davidson posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, September 20, 2024
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Brian, Lisa and families, we are so very sorry for your loss. Veronica was so special to our family, she was like our second mother. She made the BEST porkpies and always had some tucked away for me when she made a batch. Our hearts and thoughts are with you at this sad and difficult time. Janice and Keith
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Thursday, September 19, 2024
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