JACQUELINE ELIZABETH BENSON

Condolences & Memories (10 entries)

• My wonderful sister will be truly missed. I think back to her bright smile and great sense of humour. Growing up as a child she took me every where with her, when she moved out I was at her house as much as possible. I became little sister to all her friends. When our mother died, she filled that role instinctively. When her Nicki came along she gave me the biggest honour of being her Godmother. A pledge I have always taken seriously. When Kenny came along, and I lived do close by, we were together all the time. I have always had a special bond with him. We planned the kids birthday party's together and served as Co-chairs of The Special Events Committe at Lord Roberts, organized a bicycle safety course and a winter carnival, where we sang on stage with the band. Her kids friends all call me Auntie too, and I always felt part of the immediate family. I was at her side for graduations, showers, weddings and Christmases. I will continue to be there for her kids. I consider them her greatest gift to me. I love them with all my heart and couldn't any more if I had given birth to them myself. Jackie will be part of every occasion and will never be forgotten. I love you Jackie 💜 - Posted by: Kim (Sister) on: Mar 30, 2017

• I am so sorry for your loss. We spent many wonderful nights talking over the fence, enjoying a wee drink and the enjoyment of our kids. A wonderful neighbor and friend. xoxo - Posted by: Megan (Neighbor) on: Mar 29, 2017

• Please accept our sincere condolences for the passing of your sister. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Bonnie & Kevin Wirth and family (friends) on: Mar 27, 2017

• So very sorry for the loss of this very special person. I always was so grateful for her friendliness and consideration. Hope Jackie has given her Uncle Chris a big hug from me. You will be missed. - Posted by: Terrie Potter Hooper () on: Mar 27, 2017

• It's with a heavy heart to say goodbye to Jackie. She had a great sense of humour and mostly a very kind and devoted heart . My deepest condolences to her children and husband during this difficult time. Rest in peace Jackie, your friend Pauline. Sending hugs and prayers.🙏🏻 - Posted by: Pauline Feener (Co-worker@GWL) on: Mar 27, 2017

• I worked with Jackie for a number of years. She loved her family with all of her heart. I'm so sorry for your loss. Jackie will be missed. - Posted by: Leona Fonseca (work friend) on: Mar 27, 2017

• Jackie brought light to our neighbourhood and family. From nursery school through, our sons spent countless hours together. I remember the first day the boys graduated from recess in the kindergarten quad, to big recess with the Big kids in the field. We laughed as .. both overly protective moms who adored their boys... ran into each other lurking rather furtively around the outside of the schoolyard, looking for glimpses of the boys. Wanting to know there were no bullies around and ready to jump in like warriors if we observed anything untoward. So many halloweens .. birthdays at the Oasis... Kenny in the sun, Will hiding under a tree in the shade with a towel plus hat protecting him from the sun. Family barbecues at Labarriere park.. so many rich and laughter filled times. Jackie was always there with an ear if you needed to talk. Her door was always open to friends and children... and dogs. She will be dearly missed. Much love to Benny and Kenny and Nicki at this sad time. - Posted by: Shirley Grierson and family (Friend and neighbor ) on: Mar 25, 2017

• Cannot believe you have gone, you were the heart of the family even the extended one, will miss you very much,love to all your family and most of all to you. - Posted by: Sue Harrop (Cousin) on: Mar 25, 2017

• Sharing in your sorrow and praying you find peace and comfort in the beautiful memories. Kim - I loved hearing the stories you shared about your sister and I am so glad you were able to hold her hand and be there right till the end with her. Your words- your touch- your face - were some of her last moments and she took those things to heaven. You both deserved that. May your sister RIP. Stay strong. Be brave. Always here for you xo - Posted by: Kim (Friend) on: Mar 25, 2017

• Jackie was brave, funny, smart, and above all loving. She was immensely kind and loyal. I will always miss her. With all my heart, my condolences to her family and all who loved her. - Posted by: Pat (Friend) on: Mar 25, 2017