BORN

1953

DIED

2012

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2570 Danforth Ave

Toronto, Ontario

Frances Rafelton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 10, 2012.

Frances Ann Rafelton

SUNRISE
April 23, 1953
Toronto, Ontario

SUNSET
December 7, 2012
Toronto, Ontario

Suddenly at Sunnybrook Hospital on Friday, December 7, 2012 loving sister of Ruth Johnstone (Duncan) of Hamilton. Visitation on Friday, December 14th from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the GIFFEN-MACK FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION CENTRE, 2570 Danforth Ave., (at Main St. subway), 416-698-3121. Service in the chapel on Sunday, December 16th at 2 p.m. If desired, a donation may be made to Food Banks Canada. Condolences may be made at www.giffenmackdanforth.com

We Miss Thee

We miss thee from our home, dear.
We miss thee from thy place.
A shadow o'er our life is cast.
We miss the sunshine of thy face.
We miss thy kind and willing hand.
Thy fond and earnest care.
Our home is dark without thee.
We miss thee everywhere.
At rest

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December 24, 2012

Judy ApSimon-Moffatt

Thank you everyone for the kind words. As we all try to deal with our loss, it is helpful to read your comments and stories you have all shared. Thank you to everyone who came out to the service on December 16th. It was so nice to meet some of Frances' friends and former co workers, and hear how she has touched your lives,in sommany special ways. Frances was a special, kind, patient and thoughtful person. It was a pleasure to spend time with her and to have her visit with us. She was always so helpful, appreciative, and so easy to please. At the cottage she always enjoyed going for a boat ride with Drew. This summer I convinced her to go out in the canoe with me. It was her first time canoeing and she really enjoyed it. We had a great time in November making pizzas and muffins, and her creation, piña colada muffins (pineapple & coconut), were delicious. I will miss her company and all the games of scrabble we used to play. We were well matched opponents...always a close game. I will miss Frances dearly as I know you all will. Thinking of her fondly this Christmas. Again, it was nice to meet you all, and perhaps we will see you again at the internment on January 26th. It would be comforting to connect with you all again.

December 16, 2012

Carolyn and David ApSimon

Even though we only saw Frances on special occasions like our family BBQ, Christmas and the cottage on Lake Clear she was always smiling and willing to participate in our games and enjoy life. She will be remembered by all of us here and sorely missed. A kind sweet soul has left left us but will always be in our hearts and minds.
Carolyn and David ApSimon

December 14, 2012

MC

My thoughts and prayers are with you, at this time.

December 14, 2012

Judy Wu

Ruth and Duncan,
Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about. May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared with Frances comfort you now and in the days ahead.Our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow.
Judy, Bob, Heather and Harrison

December 13, 2012

Francis, we will miss you at the family gatherings here in Ottawa. We are glad we knew you and know you will be sadly missed.

Liz and Don Seguin

December 13, 2012

Barbara

My deepest condolenses to the Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

December 12, 2012

Judy Reid

I worked with Frances at Rogers and found her to be kind, caring and always with a smile. My deepest condolences go out to Frances' family and friends.

December 12, 2012

Ida D'Souza

Dear family of Frances.
Please accept my sincere and deepest condolences. Frances was my friend, my colleague and lunch time buddy. I will always remember her. May her soul rest in peace.

December 12, 2012

Rik Spence

Frances and family , only had the opportunity to see you (Frances) at the various family gatherings, cottage, summer barbeques, holidays and was so glad we had the chance to meet. You are so sweet and caring. At the barbeques you were never afraid to jump in and have fun, and you did, crochet and ball toss. We have lost a special person here on earth. But you live on in our hearts and minds, and the universe has gained a great soul.

December 12, 2012

Karen Hilliard

Dear Ruth and Duncan,
Thank you for sharing the wonderful pictures of Frances and the many happy times she spent with you, family and her friends. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Karen, Chris and Amy Hilliard

December 12, 2012

With great sadness I learned about Frances' passing. We worked together and working with her was always enjoyable and were professional. I will always remember her as a very sweet person and a (better) part of my professional life.
My deepest condolences to the whole family.
Irena Karczmarek

December 12, 2012

Robert Ball

My sincere and heart-felt condolences go out to Frances' family at this sad time. I will always remember Frances as a dedicated colleague and for quietly introducing me to the Toronto Trek Convention circuit. Frances,"the word is given - Warp Speed".

December 12, 2012

Patti Mitchell

Dear Frances Family
I would like to express my sincere condolences to the family. Frances was a very kind person who was so sweet to everyone,always wanting to help others ..I knew her from Rogers. She will be greatly missed. May she rest in peace

December 12, 2012

Joanne Penney

We are missing you greatly, even from a distance.

December 11, 2012

Lynda Hurdis

So very sorry to hear of your loss. Fran was a great asset to Toronto Trek/Polaris....can't believe it's been 18 years since we first met at the convention. She will be missed by all.

December 11, 2012

Judi Rutley

Dear Frances,

You will live on in the memories of your family and friends. May you rest in peace.

December 11, 2012

S L

Dear Family of Frances
I would like to express my sincere heart felt condolences to you . Frances was a quiet kind person who was soo sweet , I knew her when i first started at rogers over 21 years ago. She will be greatly missed. May she rest in peace. SL

December 10, 2012

Gaby Gaedecke

Ruth and family, I am so sorry. I know Frances will be sorely missed.
We too, in her former Toronto Trek family, will miss her wry humour and thoughtful conversation. She was unique, and deserved a full and satusfying life. Unfortunately her heart was stronger in spirit than in reality.
We won't forget her!

Gaby

December 10, 2012

Kathleen Anderson

How we deal with death is at least as important as how we deal with life.
-James Kirk, Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan

December 10, 2012

P W

May you rest in peace Frances.

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