Book of Memories for Wesley Howard ""Wes"" Lawrence

Story shared: Memories of Grandpa

Thu, 23 Jul 2015 17:46:45 EDT

My name is Mike Lawrence and I am one of grandpa’s grandchildren. I would like to say a few words on behalf of myself, my brother and my sister, Jeff and Nancy.

Our grandpa was a great man. When we think about him the words that come to mind are: hard working, caring, humorous, faithful, respectful, storyteller, and family man. These are just a few words that come to mind, but it seems impossible to summarize how great a person he was.

There are many memories we have of grandpa:

His love of sweets and desserts.

There was always a secrete stash of peppermints hidden in the cabinet under the good china. When those couldn’t be found there was always bread and honey.

Helping with the chores, such as throwing bales, shoveling manure, and driving the grain truck. For some reason these things never felt like work. We enjoyed helping grandpa whenever we could.

Mowing the lawn on the riding lawn mower and driving the old Ford truck. It was always a good time preparing his afternoon coffee and cookies with grandma and delivering it to him.

Watching the Blue Jays game after supper.

I wasn’t even a fan of baseball but with grandpa in the room it was very comforting and peaceful.

His love of card games and cribbage.

Grandpa loved winning and it was many years before we realized that he let us win.

Tending the garden.

For some reason the food from grandma and grandpa’s garden always tasted great.

Picking Raspberries.

Every time we eat one of these we will remember you and the serenity of the farm.

We are going to miss our grandpa’s smile, his wit and love. Although our hearts hurt we feel blessed we were able to have you for so long.

Thank you for being such as wonderful person to us and our family. We will always cherish the good feelings of our memories of you.

We all miss you and will love you always.

Condolence From Tom & Harriet Turnbull

Sun, 19 Jul 2015 20:59:20 EDT

Our sincere sympathy to all of Wes Lawrence family as we learn of his passing. Tom and Harriet Turnbull

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Grandma, Grandpa, Ethan, Jillian

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Grandma, Grandpa, Wyatt

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Grandma, Grandpa, Ethan

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Grandma, Grandpa, Wyatt

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Grandma, Grandpa, Mike, Carrie Wedding

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Grandma, Grandpa, Wyatt

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Grandma, Grandpa, Wyatt

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Grandpa and Nancy

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Grandma, Grandpa Dressed Up

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Grandpa, Reg, Nancy Wedding

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Coffee Time

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Grandpa, Grandma, Dad, Rita

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Grandpa, Rita

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Condolence From Reyanna Fehr (Lawrence)

Fri, 17 Jul 2015 14:57:32 EDT

I will miss you great grandpa, you were always a wonderful person who always brightened my day whenever I saw you. You loved your family very much and we all knew how much we meant to you. I hope you knew how much you meant to all of us. My condolences go out to the whole family during this hard time, I know that we can all get through this together.

Condolence From Reyanna Fehr (Lawrence)

Fri, 17 Jul 2015 14:51:21 EDT

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Story shared: Grandpa-in-law

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When Jennifer and I started dating it didn't take long for us to start heading out to Treherne to visit Grandma and Grandpa. I’ll always remember being welcomed with open arms and a firm handshake and "How's the world treating ya, young fella?"

Playing crib to best of 5 was always so much fun and I always liked to boast that when the two guys with the September 21^st birthdays teamed up, we were unbeatable.

“Raiding” Grandpas garden for rhubarb, strawberries, raspberries and whatever else he insisted we take as well sometimes made it a challenge to find room in the car for all of his generosity.

He always struck me as someone to aspire to be like should I ever reach the age of a nonagenarian. (I had to look that one up) The farm yard was always well tended with a beautiful flowerbed and bountiful vegetable garden. Never one to not do what needed to be done around the yard just because he was in his nineties. I even managed to get him on the back of my motorcycle, which at 88 years old at the time, I feel was pretty fearless.

I feel honoured to have been able to get to know him and spend as much time with him as I did with him.

Love from Dan Dawson, Jennifer Adair, Quinn, & Archer

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Church Choir

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Parents and the kids

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Big helpers on the farm.

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Christmas 1999

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Grandma, Grandpa, Tinker

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Christmas 1999

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Story shared: Grampa

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- Grampa Wes loved Cookies and Cake and Ice Cream. He loved Scotch Mints and Turtles chocolate candy.

- Grampa and I had a special relationship and shared interest in Blue Jays baseball & Farming.

- He adored his Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. He made a huge impression on my kids Jillian and Kolby. They were very lucky to have known him so long.

- I have clear memories of being a young kid and spending a lot of time at the farm all through my childhood. We used to deliver grain to the Pool elevator in Treherne together when I was no more than 6 years old.

- Last year we cut wood together on his farm and he helped me throw logs into the truck. He was so strong and active through all his life and into his mid 90's

- Grampa taught me my work ethic.

- He held Great Granddaughter Jillian when she was 1 week old. Jillian was his first Great Grandchild on Linda's side.

- He was very interested in Great Grandson Kolby's sports. Especially his hockey. Just this spring he told Kolby to win his final tournament and Kolby led his team to victory!
- He had a unique laugh. He loved to laugh and joke. I will never forget his laugh.

- He always asked about my work and gave me a lot of advice that I look back on and follow all the time. He was inspirational to me.

- He was an amazing man and we all admired him greatly. We are so grateful to have had this wonderful man as a role model for as long as we did.

We love you Grampa! We miss you but we know you are watching over us always.

Kevin, Jodee, Jillian & Kolby Adair

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Story shared: Grandpa

Thu, 16 Jul 2015 15:18:18 EDT

My Grandpa. Wes Lawrence. He was one of the kindest, sweetest souls to grace this earth. He was loved by many, family, friends and neighbours. My grandpa would light up any room with his heartwarming smile and joyful laugh. Over the years I spent a lot of time in Treherne with my Grandparents at the farm. Grandpa's farm was his pride and joy and, to me, it is the most special place on this earth and I am grateful to have so many fond memories there. Grandpa's zest for life was contagious and you couldn't help but feel happy and at peace in his presence. I'm so grateful that my 2 year old daughter who was born in Grandpa's 95th year also knew him this way. He was one of her favourite people, she talked about him often and always went to him with open arms for hugs and cuddles. My grandpa was famous for the "got your nose" game and he taught that to my daughter on one of our recent visits. She giggled and laughed and played "got your nose" all the way home. Grandpa taught me to dance, play crib and to care for plants and garden, but most of all he taught me about unconditional love and acceptance. Grandpa, may your beautiful soul shine bright. I miss you.

Condolence From Marj (Catt) Bennetts

Wed, 15 Jul 2015 16:52:25 EDT

Linda, Gary, Ken and Thelma, I'm so sorry to hear about Wes's passing. I will always remember his welcoming and friendly smile. A trip back to Manitoba always included checking in on your folks.

Condolence From MaryAnn Appleby

Wed, 15 Jul 2015 12:58:21 EDT

My heart goes out to Wes's fine family on their loss. He was a fantastic person--always ready with a joke or comment to brighten one's day. He was shopping in the co-op the last time I had the pleasure of chatting with him.Continue to make him proud in your lives and remember the good times and bad. Keep each other close. Take care--fom the "The Applebys"

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Story shared: Grandpa the Sweetie

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Grandpa was the sweetest person you will ever meet. He loved animals, and would catch and release bugs (especially ladybugs). Grandpa also had a sweet tooth. Some of my earliest memories are having coffee and cookies with grandpa. He taught me how to dip the cookies in the coffee to take them to the next level. Bread and honey was a staple dessert at most meals. At birthdays, Grandpa could be counted on to whisper "A little bit more" to the person serving ice cream when Grandma wasn't looking. Grandpa also loved peppermints, and would sneak them to us when our mom wasn't looking. At Christmas, Grandpa always had a box of Turtles out to share. :) If you have a story, please share it. I would love to read them. Thank you!

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Wes and his father and older brother.

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Wes and Thelma's Wedding Photo December 22, 1943

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August 2012

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July 1, 2015

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The farm.

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Spring of 2014 - 94 Years

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Grandpa on his 94th birthday.

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Linda's family taken for Grandpa's birthday in 2012. Three more great grandchildren were born since this photo.

Condolence From Darrell and Helen Catte

Mon, 13 Jul 2015 18:36:55 EDT

We are so sorry to hear the sad news about Uncle Wes and so grateful that Mum and I were able to visit with him on the farm in March. What an inspiration he was to everyone that knew him. We wish our most sincere condolences to Aunty Thelma, Ken, Gary and Linda.

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Condolence From Michael Lippens

Mon, 13 Jul 2015 16:25:15 EDT

To all of the Lawrence Family I want to express my sincere condolences. I always enjoyed Wes's company. He was a wise and witty man and will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

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