LYNN FOWLER

Condolences & Memories (9 entries)

• I just heard about Lynn’s passing — A year later. I’m sad I didn’t know. Lynn worked on my team at RBC. She taught me a lot about leadership and life. She was resilient, focused, funny, particular and caring. I loved coming to meet with her in her beautiful apartment which she kept so well. I loved hearing her stories and marvelled at how she managed her girls and her life. We actually went sailing one day. It was a highlight for me. I watched from the dock. She was extraordinary and I hope she knew the impact she made. My condolences to those who loved and miss her. - Posted by: Diana (Co worker and friend) on: Dec 18, 2020

• I met Lynn at Ellen Douglass she was a long time friend. - Posted by: Joyce Lancaster (Friend) on: Apr 14, 2020

• In 2003 as a Firefighter National Campaign Chairman for Muscular Dystrophy I met Lynn Fowler and Curtis Biggs who were going to be on the Campaign Team. But Lynn refused to be called a Poster Child. Far from it, she was a dynamic, intelligent, attractive, feisty young women. She became a wonderful friend and confidant. She taught me so many lessons. Here's just one. After the announcement of the 2003 Team in Victoria we had a dance/party. As the new Chairman I knew I would have to be the first one to ask Lynn to dance. I had never danced with someone in a wheelchair and didn't have a clue on what to do or how to approach it. I leaned over and said to Lynn, "when you're ready, I'd like to be the first one that you dance with". Lynn said "no problem. I'll ask you when I'm ready." A few minutes later, Lynn said, "would you like to dance", I said "sure" before realizing the music playing was a waltz. I little smile on her face showed me I was in for interesting times with her. Yes we danced, and I learned right then and have never forgotten that the wheelchair could never and did never, define her. My first Lynn Fowler lesson. The conversations we shared over the years are locked safely in my heart never to be opened again and never to be forgotten. Lynn's birthday was September 18th, mine December 18th. We would call to wish each other Happy Birthday and complain together how old we were getting. When she called me recently to share with me her news of her plans and the ultimate control over her life that she always wanted was now available to her, I sighed. She quickly scolded me for my reaction. All she wanted was my support. I realized the sigh was a selfishly act for me and my needs and not about her wishes. I wanted more time. It goes to show that Lynn Fowler even during our last conversation, was still teaching me things. I am going to miss those lessons. I love you Lynn, so very much and with tears in my eyes I want you to know I do support you but I will miss. Till we meet again my friend Lovingly Brian Dallin Victoria - Posted by: Brian Dallin (Friend) on: Nov 20, 2019

• i knew Lynn from Ellen Douglas School years ago and from camp when we where kids. Rest in Peace! - Posted by: larry leclaire (friend) on: Nov 15, 2019

• My wife and I have known Lynn since we were youngsters. We attended Lakeside Fresh Air Camp and Ellen Douglas School together. We also lived in the same downtown apartment block. Lynn will be missed. - Posted by: Joe Hearn (Friend ) on: Nov 15, 2019

• It is clear buy the other tributes that Lynn was a "lifelong" friend, the rarest of beings. We met at Red River Collegiate and along with friends Rick and Bob we have stayed in touch for 45 years. We called ourselves the "Class of '74. We had so many great times and created lasting memories with Lynn always in the center and shining like the sun that she was. An inspiration in Word and deed. We will always love you and keep you in our hearts. Celeste and the boys, Class of (19)74. - Posted by: Celeste M. Bryant (Friend) on: Nov 15, 2019

• Met Lynn in 1975 and was her roommate in Barbados at Half Moon beach hotel. It was Glenn Hutchinson who worked with her at Natural Resources that introduced us. We kept in touch for sometime and I had visited her a few times when she lived near Grant/Kenaston but over the years we lost touch. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. Gail - Posted by: Gail Kotowich (Friend from Selkirk area) on: Nov 15, 2019

• I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Lynn Fowler. She was a childhood friend. She was a great friend with a tremendous sense of humor. We had sleepovers & even tried to walk in the MD Walk-a-Thon. Our efforts were thwarted though when her wheel caught in a train track, Lynn went over & I sailed over her & her chair. Thanks to this mishap, Lynn had to get a false tooth. When we went to different high schools we drifted apart but I have kept up with Lynn's life as I could. - Posted by: Lynda Schmeichel (Friend) on: Nov 15, 2019

• I have so many fond memories of Lynn that I will cherish. I have known Lynn for 26 years as both an attendant and friend. I had the honor of traveling with her and sailing with her a few times. She always was an inspiration for me and shared the same passion for water. Working for her was not a job to me, I loved spending time with her and our many talks, she was more that a friend. She was a confidant and felt like a sister to me. I even fold my towels the way she liked them...She loved her family so much and spoke often about everyone. My sincerest condolences go out to all her family members, she was truly one of a kind that I will dearly miss. Sending you all warmest hugs. - Posted by: Cyndi Padoan (Attendant/Friend) on: Nov 15, 2019