Darlene Dupuis-Woelk
October 3, 2013
Peacefully after a brave battle with cancer at Victoria Hospital on Thursday, October 3rd, 2013 in her 55th year. Beloved wife of Derek. Cherished mother of Andre Dupuis (Erica) and step-mother of Jennifer Woelk and Jeff Woelk. Loving daughter of Bernice Ethier and the late Allan. Dear grandmother of Elijah, Dezarae, Alex, Ella and Ava. Survived by brothers Darwin Ethier (Katheryn), Dean Ethier, Dianne Rogers (Stewart) and many nieces and nephews. Lovingly remembered and missed by her large circle of friends and co-workers. Special thanks to the doctors, nurses, friends and family who supported her throughout her battle. Thank you also to the amazing staff at the Critical Care Trauma Centre at Victoria Hospital. The memorial service will be conducted at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Monday, October 7th, 2013 at 12:00 noon with visitation one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, donations to the London Health Sciences Foundation – Cancer Program would be appreciated.
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Today your love won. Darlene and Derek together again. We will now miss both of you. XO your sister always in heaven and on earth. Dianne 04/ 16
Today is Christmas 2014 and as usual we are missing you deeply. I can't believe you have you left us over a year ago. You will be having more company soon....Darwin are dear brother will be leaving us and joining you and Dad very soon. He has been fighting his battle for 9 long years and he has gotten tried and weak. Please greet him with open arms and take care of him. See you when the time is right. Love your sister with a broken heart!👭 Dianne
Derek and family: Darlene was a wonderful women full of life and energy and we will miss her greatly. We are thinking of you during this difficult time and please let us kow if there is anything we can do to help. Brandon and Katie
Dearest Andre: You have always been and like a brother to me. Darlene always opened her heart to me as a young child and always made me feel welcome. My deepest condolances to you and your family. May you know where ever she is, she is at peace and always around you. If you ever need anything, call your oldest sister (me Ashley) and I will be there. I love you Andre and my heart is with you. Love Ashley
Andre,my heart and soul goes out to you and your family. I may not have seen Darlene since you and my son Ryan were young boys but it seems like yesterday. Darlene was so kind and full of love and laughter. She will be missed greatly but never forgotten. I am sorry for your loss. Please remember you have and will always have your family here in Toronto. May she rest in peace. With love. Jodi
Andre, We are so very sorry for you and your family's loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, and please know even though we have not seen you in a while honey, we consider you family and WE ARE ALWAYS here for you unconditionally. There is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. Love you!
Erika and Andre and family...so sorry to hear of your loss, losing a mom is never easy. We only met a few times, but she was lovely lady with a beautiful smile!!! She will greatly be missed!!
Andre, my deepest sympathy and condolences go out to you and your family. Ryan has only told me wonderful and amazing things about Darlene and how important she was to him. My thoughts and prayers go to you.
Derek, I am so sorry for your loss. Darlene will be missed. I hope you can find comfort in family and friends.
The Ethier Family, Derek, Andre, and Families. words never seem right when saying Good Bye, My heart goes out to you and your family at this difficult time! I cannot think of our families and not remember all the good times we had when we were children. my family was your family, your family was mine. and through all of life's good and bad, we were always there in heart and soul. These past couple of years was wonderful getting reconnected again. and I know in my heart of hearts we will always be there. May your light always shine.... You will forever be missed and never forgotten. Michelle Hosier Worby and Family
Derek I am so sorry to have heard about Darlene. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Born all those years ago, unique as your fingerprints, the one and only, beautiful Darlene. Your entrance from Heaven and into our world was celebrated with great joy, now with saddened hearts we watch you go. I will see you again, but not yet, not yet. Affectionately , Marion - Sue - Jackie - Kathy - Joshua - Bill - & Rhona Passage selected from Kahlil Gibran: In the depth of your hopes and desires lies your silent knowledge of the beyond; And like seeds dreaming beneath the snow your heart dreams of spring. Trust the dreams, for in them is hidden the gate to eternity. For what is it to die but to stand naked in the wind and melt into the sun? And what is it to cease breathing, but to free the breath from its restless tides, that it may rise and expand and seek God unencumbered. And when the earth shall claim your limbs, then shall you truly dance.
Mrs. Ethier, Darwin, Dean, Dianne, Derek, Andre and your families, my heart goes out to you during this very difficult time. Dar, I will miss you! I can't think of you and your family and not think of the great times we had growing up. Your family was our family and our family was yours. We shared in our milestones both good and bad. I will never forget how you included me in your cool older crowd in high school and how you would refer to me as "your little sister through osmosis". You made sure everyone knew that too. You had such a presence with your beautiful smile and kindness. As we got older we were able to take our childhood friendship into an adult one which continued on until now. Ken and I have fond memories of the times we spent together. I will miss you my friend and know that just like you loved and protected those close to you during your life, you will continue to watch over us. We will love and cherish your memory forever. Until we meet again my friend! Love Dar, Ken, Brandon and Dana
Derek and family, We are thinking of you at this very sad time. Darlene has been such a big part of our lives for so many years and we miss her terribly. Darlene brought such fun and enthusiasm to everything and anything and leaves us with wonderful memories of vacations, family celebrations and impromptu gatherings. We miss our golfing buddy and dear friend, but the Lawrence-Woelk foursome will forever be in our thoughts and memories. Bill and Ruta xoxo
Derek, Andre and family. I am so shocked and saddened to learn of the loss of my dear friend and golfing buddy. She was such a wonderful, warm, giving and fun person to know and such a great Mom and Grandmom. I have had so many wonderful dinners and visits and afternoons of golf with Derek and Darlene. I will think of those times often as I am missing my friend. Stay strong Derek and Andre and cherish the time you were given with this special lady.
I really do not know what to say....It is not easy saying goodbye....so I won't! Darlene my truly wonderful sister I will see you again when the time is right.....You will always be with me in my heart and in my prayers. As I am sure about heaven, I am sure that Dad was there for you with open arms to help you home. Andre' , be strong !.....and in the same breath be a gentlemen, good father and provider.....continue to make your Mother smile when she watches over you and yours. Derek, I would like to thank you for loving my sister and being a wonderful friend and loving husband to her. You showed your stenght of love and commitment until her last moment. XOXO The 4th D....Dianne and my family Stewart and Charleigh
Darlene will be truly missed by her Brick Family as well as the entire Norbury family. her fantastic attitude, ready smile and caring for everybody around her was a terrific addition to anything she was part of. We will remember her fondly and continue to fight for a cure. Cancer takes way to much from us as a family and community. She will continue to be a shining example of why we have to find a solution. We will miss you Darlene
Derek & family. our thoughts and prayers are with you, and may god bless you and keep all your memories alive. cherish the good times there is never enough of them
Erika, Andre and family our hearts and prayers Are with you. Darlene was a wonderful, funny Special lady who will be sadly missed.
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Derek, My sincere condolences for your loss. We are thinking of you and Darlene and all your family at this difficult time. Alan, Theresa, Sam, Grace, and Farrell.
~ Alan Candy