I first met Doreen some 20 years ago, when I began bookkeeping work at Sage.  My first deed was to print the cheque run on the back of the cheques! It was an embarrassment, but, characteristically, Doreen was gracious about it and had faith in my competence.

Sage was my favourite client, because I could meet with Doreen and Trina every week. We kept each other company on our life's journey, through marriage, parenting, separation, personal growth, new directions - supporting each other, sharing troubles and triumphs. 

I admired Doreen's kind and welcoming nature, her generosity, her tenacity in pursuing fitness instructor training as a middle-aged woman.  I was looking forward to her company in growing old, comparing notes and leaning on each other.

Alas, this was not to be, as her life was cut short so abruptly and painfully.  Doreen's passing from this Earth makes it less warm and friendly. 

Sincere condolences to all family and friends who loved her, and keenly feel the void of her absence.  Blessings on her gentle soul.

My deepest condolences to you Mike, and your family. 
I just learned of Doreen's passing yesterday. After reading so much about her, she surely sounds like she was an extraordinary individual and full of life. You must have felt so blessed to have shared your life with her.
May she rest in peace.

An old colleague

So sorry to hear of your loss. May she rest in peace and hold on to all the memories. Sincerely Joan Cochrane -Lyle 

She was a great person and will be missed. Enjoyed our talks. Thoughts and prayers to her friends and family

Mark

It's only today that I learned of Doreen's passing. 
To Mike, Kevin and Kenny, I know that these last few months have been quite difficult, and I sincerely hope that the outpouring of love and appreciation we all had for Doreen will help, at least a little, alleviate the tears and sorrow. 
I'm sorry I wasn't able to express it in person, but please accept my deepest condolences for your profound loss.

I'm not sure what to say about the mother I have had all these years. She was the best! She put all her life into all that she did. Whether it was packing lunches for school, teaching me the importance of reading (she'd leave newspaper clippings on the kitchen table in the summer with comprehension questions), or exemplifying diligence in working at everything even sweeping the floor with excellence. She was a remarkable woman. A true joy to be around. The many comments testify that her life was constantly bringing new people in as friends and helping them to become better people at whatever their common goals were. Whether it was fitness, work, family life, she could be found helping people. I remember I could never finish a conversation or phone call with my mom without hearing "I love you, bye for now" or saying it repeatedly. It was as if she never wanted me to forget, so she repeated it over and over again.  
She will be missed greatly.  She left an impression on my life that I will be grateful for, for the rest of my life. 
I won't forget how much you loved me mom.  And I love you Mom, bye for now.

I got to know Doreen when I joined Sage Data Solutions back in 2016. It became quickly obvious that she was the glue that held the place together. I was amazed at the number of hats she wore in the organization and how she managed to juggle them all successfully.  She has left a big hole, not only in the organization but in some our personal lives as well.

She was a trusted colleague and friend who will be sorely missed. She was very generous with her time and willing to help anyone. I know some of my colleagues had known Doreen a very long time but I still feel honoured, and blessed, that I had her in my life for the last seven years.

To Mike and the family, please accept my sincere condolences on your loss.

There are many great memories of my time working with Doreen.  She was always there ready to lend a hand and give freely of her knowledge and expertise, and always with a smile.   And we stayed in touch.  I will miss her.   

We spoke a lot about the work she initiated and developed with her Down Syndrome class.  It meant a lot to her and the participants and their families.  It's a small example of Doreen's energy, enthusiasm and goodness.

Sincere condolences to Michael, Kevin, Kenny and all the family.

Making Halloween cupcakes with Cole and Nick at TJ's house!

Not the best picture but one of many amazing memories we have of time we shared.  We were so blessed to have Doreen as a member of our family and as a friend.  We will always remember her for her warm smile, positivity and how she brightened any room she was in.  We love her very much and will miss her dearly.   Our sincere condolences to Mike and all of her family.

There are no words to describe the loss of Doreen or how much her passing has effected us all.  The world was a much better place with her in it and although some days will be more difficult we have all been blessed to know this beautiful person.  You were a teacher who led through example and did everything you could to make people feel cared for by you.  The only thing giving me comfort through this is knowing that you are looking down on us watching and making sure we always do the right thing.  I love you mom and you will be missed immensely. Xoxo

My sincere condolences to all of you at this very sad time
Doreen was my fitness instructor at Canterbury Community Centre and we really missed her happy disposition  when she left 
                      Blessings to all of you in your grief. Marnie Baird

Bien que très loin je suis très peinée du départ de DOREEN
De tout coeur je suis avec vous 

Hier encore nous parlions d'elle de son sourire et sa joie de vivre
Je sais qu'elle va retrouver sa maman chérie  mais nous sommes un peu orphelins

Such an amazing memory of your special day marrying your wonderful man!💜

Words cannot describe the pain of loss of the best and kindest, selfless, person I have or will ever know.  I see you every day in everything around me and my heart is hurting so much. 💔
From that first 2hr phone conversation/ interview more than 22 years ago...never would I have imagined such an amazing connection, and meeting my bestest friend ever- sharing such an amazing life ride of laughs, tears, ups, downs, stories, mentoring , guidance, and support in every way imaginable. I feel so truly blessed to have had you in so much of my life, Dodee..Thank you also for the extended family and friends. I am so truly grateful and fortunate to have been able to have every weekday, and more, with you. 🙏 I love and miss you so much.💜
 My sincerest, deepest, condolences to the family, friends, acquaintances, and every single soul who has ever encountered this shining light. The world misses you so much, dear friend. Give mama a hug from me💐

We have lost our dear friend

 Doreen was one of the founders, and one of the key personnel in SageData.
Without Doreen, there would have been no SageData, no BassetPro, and no asset management and other systems for our clients.
We joked sometimes that John was the President, but that Doreen was the Boss.
That was always more true than we realized.
Doreen is sadly missed.

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Our sincere condolences to Mike, Doreen’s families, Mado and Rick, Marg and Jim, Sharon and her family.  We are with you in these difficult times.

Mado’s sister Monique and Maurice Labrèche.

She will be so dearly missed. I am so grateful for the time and memories that I have to share with her; she was a ray of light who could brighten any day and brought a smile to those she met. I am truly saddened by this news and my condolences to everyone feeling her loss♡

Kevin and Kenny  I am saddened to hear of the passing of your Mom .  she was  a  wonderful and fiercely  protective Mother  who always  put her children first.   I so fondly remember  when you boys were young and  either Adam or Andrew  would  spend the night and I would  swing by to pick them up   she would always invite me in and offer a tea. Whenever  or where ever I ran into to her  she would always greet me with a  smile and kind  words.  Know  words  can ever  take away the  pain of losing your Mom, however please know that I am here for you  what ever you need  just ask  take care of each other and know   that your  are both  two of  my favorite folks       Know that I am thinking of you at this sad and difficult time  Lee-Anne 

Drinkfest August 20, 2016.

Heartbreaking 💔 We will miss you Doreen.

The Giguere family.  xoxox


I will miss our times of laughing, traveling, getting ready for a party together. The laughs will go on. The traveling will continue. The gatherings at our home will continue. It will never be the same, however it will need to go on.  Time will tell who stops coming by. New faces and voices may arrive.  Again time will bring what it has. Movement. Never ending for those who are in it. You my dear are now free to watch time pass without worry. No rushing. You will never be late for anything again. Rest. Smile down on us. Watch our Grandchildren grow.  Watch your children and friends grow old and then. We will be with you. Laughing. Hugs girl. Give a BOB to Darlene please. Love you.

I will sincerely miss Doreen, she was always in a good mood, always smiling and always willing to help out in any way she could.  She was Holdens favorite person when he was a baby.  I remember when she dropped him back off to Kevin and I after having him for a weekend, and Holden had the most heart broken look on his face he loved his grandma to pieces!! I am sadden greatly by her passing she always made me feel so welcomed! My heart goes out to Kevin, and Kenny and Mike and the rest of the family.  The world has truly lost a bright light.

Jack and I are so very sorry for your loss. What a vivacious lovely lady that we will fondly remember through our best friends Cathy and Don. With deepest sympathies.

Doreen was the kindest sweetest soul on earth. She loved Mike and her family very much and devoted her life to both her work family and her real one, never taking much time for herself. 

She was a joy to work with, happily doing any job that needed doing and organizing all that needed organizing, through all the ups and downs of life. We shared so many good times together and helped each other through the bad, always coming out laughing and having solved the world's problems together.

The last time we spoke, it was pure joy and laughs of the time spent together. I will miss her so much. Sending much love to Mike and her family. xo
Patti
 

I was deeply saddened to hear about Doreen's passing. I went to high school with her and we stayed in touch on Facebook. My most heartfelt condolences to the family. She will be missed!

So very sorry to hear of Doreen's passing.  Not sure I've ever met a more positive, full of life, happy person.   Our world is now left with a hole difficult to fill.  Worked with Doreen for many years, assisting with her employer's benefit plan, and it was with absolute pleasure.  Sending my most sincere sympathies to Doreen's family and friends.  



To all of Doreen's family:

I am so very saddened to hear of your loss.
I met Doreen 8 years ago, as a fitness instructor in training.    She was my mentor and coach, the best imaginable ever, offering so much support and kindness.
Kind, loving, patient and positive are how I will always remember Doreen.   Plus, she was fun!  She was a favourite fitness instructor at our local community centre here in Hunt Club, because of her dedication and infectious energy.
Doreen was such a bright light in this world!
I wish you all comfort and strength in your own memories of Doreen. 

There are no words to express how deeply saddened and heart broken your passing has left me. You were one of the kindest, most giving, hard working, loving people I have ever known, and I am so proud to have shared a lifetime of that, as your sister.  You have left an enormous void in the hearts of so many people whose lives you touched. Life can be cruel. I will never understand how or why such a beautiful person met with such a harsh ending. I will love you forever, big sister. You are reunited with mom now. I hope you are both resting peacefully together. Until we meet again…. Love Cathy, your much younger sister. 💔😥

Dear Kenny and loved ones. I am sorry to hear this sad news about your beloved Doreen . I can see she was an incredible person admired and loved by many. She will be sorely missed UNTIL you meet again. May Jesus your Comforter be precious and real to you in your time of sorrow. He cares for you and is praying for you all. Roman's 8:34
 Love in Christ

It is with a heavy heart that I write this. Our sincere condolences to Doreen's family and friends.  We met Doreen when she had the idea of starting a fitness group for young women with down syndrome  at the Pinecrest Recreation Centre.  It took 2 minutes of meeting with Doreen and our daughter Julie was ready to start. Doreen's  enthusiasm was so contagious, and her commitment to this group so inspiring. The only spot available to them at the Centre was on a Friday night at dinner time when most people prefer to go home after a long work week. But not Doreen! Only big snow storms kept her away from her commitment to this group. She made every Friday night fitness session fun and packed with creative move ideas. Our daughter loved it and continued for many years, until the pandemic stopped everything. Doreen's kindness and positive spirit gave our daughter a lifelong love for fitness. 

Our condolences and prayers go out to all of Doreen's family and friends. She will always be remembered for her kindness, selfless, and optomistic nature. We will miss her laughter coming from the other side of our yard fence and we are always just a few steps away for any support you need Mike.
Gina, Adam and Daena Ingham

My thoughts and prayers for the family at this difficult time.
I met Doreen in the 1980's, when we were young and foolish. We lost touch, but reconnected again after 20+ years. She would beam when she talked about family. 
We have lost a bright light.





It is with a heavy heart that I reflect upon the memories I shared with Doreen. She was not only a colleague but also a kind and compassionate soul who touched my life in many ways. From the early stages of my career, she generously extended her support and guidance, offering me assistance both professionally and personally. Her willingness to help and her caring nature created a lasting impact on my life, and I am forever grateful for her presence.

- Bao Guo

I have know Doreen since 1965 and bounced her on my knee on many an occasion. She was always a cheerful little gal and was delighted when on the odd visit I would bring candies. Over the years she matured into a wonderful caring young lady with time for anyone that needed her. I'm sure that her family is as devastated by her lose as I am. RIP Doreen.

So sorry to hear about Doreens passing. I went all through highschool with her and remember her as a kind and funny friend.
Colleen Gougeon

Very sorry to hear. I worked with Doreen at Sage Data for several years and she was always a great professional and personal support. Kind, intelligent and caring. She always loved it when my wife stopped by with our young daughter. Doreen will be missed.

Trevor and Gail Wiley

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Doreen Garvin

December 4, 1959 – July 3, 2023

McEvoy-Shields Funeral Home & Chapel

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