Condolence From: Henry Walser Funeral Home Team
Condolence: As the year passes, we are remembering with you.
Henry Walser Funeral Home Team
Tuesday October 24, 2017
Condolence From: Cheryl and Tony Hopp
Condolence: A long hard fought battle with a very devastating and ugly disease but Cathy gave her all and always remained in control to the best of her ability making her own decisions regarding her care. That strength and determination is an example of who she was as a person and its to be admired.
Now as she rests in peace my prayers are for God to give Wayne Natalie Chris and family that strength and courage to go on with her safely tucked away in theirs hearts! Forever remembered until we meet again my friend!
Sunday October 30, 2016
Condolence From: Alexia Hughes
Condolence: Wayne, Mom and I were saddened by the news of Cathy's death. We will prayer for you and for her. We hope that you are comforted by friends and family and the remembrance of the time you had together.
Wednesday October 26, 2016
Condolence From: Darrell & Gaye Loree
Condolence: Wayne, Natalie & Chris. Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. We enjoyed very much your visit with us in MB and our times together in ON. Family was very important to Cathy. Take care.
Darrell & Gaye
Tuesday October 25, 2016
Condolence From: Garth & Lois Somers
Condolence: she is in a better place. I met Cathy as an young girl in Sunday School. As we went to different schools, it wasn't until we were in our twenties we really got together again. We lived together in Guelph for a number of years. Trouble seemed to find us but we had great memories. I live in B.C. now but over the years we saw each other when possible and nothing ever changed between us. That was just Cathy. Cathy, you made me laugh, was always an ear to listen to me and many others and had definite opinions on some subjects. You were loved by me and many others and will always be missed and in our hearts forever. Love Always!
Tuesday October 25, 2016
Condolence From: Brian Tippett and Brigid Hughes- Tippett
Condolence: We have known Cathy since she and Wayne began their time together. We know that Cathy made Wayne so happy since their beginning. Although we didn't always share the same view on things, we had the utmost respect for Cathy's tenacity and thirst for knowledge (even if it was as mundane as sourcing flooring!!). Cathy raised smart, beautiful children and be sure she will live on through you.
Tuesday October 25, 2016
Condolence From: Karin and Seth Gleissle
Condolence: I don't know if I should be crying or celebrating as I know Cathy is in a good place now, and she is no longer in pain, and there is no more need to stay up all night to find more interesting cures to try.
I am really happy to have known you Cathy, you had a great sense of humour and a strong work ethic. You made a good life for your kids and even if you were abit strict at times, they knew you loved them. I know Seth really had a good time going to Jungle Cat World camp with Chris when they were young. Thanks for the many times you invited us over for dinner and a swim, and we talked about anything and everything, and it was always a fun time.
I tried to encourage you often to go do something on that list of "I wish I did that" but you didn't lie to spend money, so I don't think you ever did anything just for yourself.
Cathy's biggest worry was that Chris and Nat would not be looked after if she had to leave them. She wanted them to get a good education and get meaningful jobs so they could look after themselves well. She was able to realize that dream and it was all she ever wanted.
Cathy had many lives it seemed as she kept defying the odds with this cancer, I had really thought she could live to receive a cure, but it didn't quite happen. But, our dear Cathy, you can rest now, knowing that your dream for your children came true. We will miss you here but look forward to seeing you again on the other side one day.
Karin and Seth
Tuesday October 25, 2016
Condolence From: Debra Handbury
Condolence: I met Cathy when I was about 8 years old. I was in foster care at the time and Cathy and her family befriended me when I really needed support. Cathy's strong will was evident back then and it served her well over her lifetime. Discussions with the Atchisons were always interesting and there was always laughter in the end even if we "agreed to disagree"! Cathy's life was not always "picture perfect", but she never let it get her down; she would pick herself up and move on to the next adventure. I have always admired her tenacity, her strength and her curiosity about the world around her. I will always remember travelling around Europe with her when we were in our early 20's. I was getting tired of going into EVERY museum we saw and EVERY old church or castle. Not Cathy; she did not want to miss one opportunity to see and explore something different. I feel blessed to have spent time with her over the years; we had a friendship that was timeless and could always pick up where we left off. I can't even imagine how much you will miss her. My deepest sympathies to her family at this time. Debra.
Monday October 24, 2016
Condolence From: Graf Family
Condolence: Natalie, Chris & Wayne, I have never met such a courageous, strong willed fighter such as Cath. We are deeply sorry for your loss. Always know you ARE loved by her. She is free & happy now; watching over you, until it's time to be together once again. May you always feel God's love & strength surrounding you.
Love Gary, Val & Leah Graf
There are no endings in life, only new beginnings.
Monday October 24, 2016
Condolence From: Barrie and Kate Lindsay
Condolence: Cathy has been a long time friend from the Belwood community. She had a one-of-a-kind personality. A great, somewhat quirky sense of humour and certainly entertaining and controversial conversations. We both knew Cathy as a teenager in our church community and have kept in touch over the years. She always seemed to find humour in different situations, even in her dealings with her illness and maintained a positive attiude. Our thoughts are with her and her family at this time. She will be missed. Barrie and Kate Lindsay
Sunday October 23, 2016
