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Kathleen Hazel Carr (nee Stevens)

February 19, 2013

Kay passed away peacefully at University Hospital on Tuesday, February 19th­, 2013 with family members by her side to end long periods of suffering. Kay was the beloved wife of Ron (Sam) for 51 happy years. Dear mother of Barbara (nee Shirtliff) (Dale) Pfile. Loved by grandchildren and great-grandchildren Kelly (Mitchell) Hall, Tyler, Chelsea, Lyndsay and Meaghan; Rick (Lynda) Pfile, Josh and Des; Kris (Laura) Pfile, Connor and Jessica; and Terry (Michelle) Pfile and Delaney. Kay was predeceased by parents Frank and Ethel Stevens, sisters Gwen (Rex Bishop), Maxine (Norman Abrams) and brother Lyle Stevens (Gertrude). She will be sadly missed by nieces Carolee Abrams, Shirley (Jerry) Smith, nephews Phillip (Joyce) Stevens and John (Anne) Abrams. Kay will also be remembered by several great-nieces and nephews. Kay will be lovingly missed by her step-children and grandchildren: Tom (Louise) Carr, Devon, J.J., William and Stephanie; Steve (Sheila) Carr, Richard and Scott; Ted Carr and daughter Kaylan (Ryan) O’Reilly; and Laura (Bruce) Rea. She will be fondly remembered by curlers of the London Curling Club where, after over 35 years of active curling, she sponsored Ladies Bonspiels with proceeds going to charity. She was also active at Sunningdale Golf & Country Club before physical problems prevented her from playing. Kay and Ron travelled extensively for 30 years, enjoying visits to Europe, Africa, Asia and Russia. Kay’s friendly ways, her cooperative, helpful actions, and her pleasant manner will be fondly spoken of by the many people whose lives she touched. Cremation has taken place. A service of remembrance will be held at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Friday, February 22nd, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. with visitation one hour prior to the service. Reception to follow at the Sunningdale Golf & Country Club. In lieu of flowers, donations to heart and cancer charities would be appreciated. Special thanks to all the nurses and doctors on the 4th floor, University Hospital, who looked after her so well in her final days.

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Dear Ron and family: We are saddened to learn of Kay's passing. You and she have been curling friends for many years. More recently, Kay has generously sponsored "Curl for a Cause" at London Curling Club. It was wonderful that both of you, and Barbara, could attend last year. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time of loss.

~ Bruce & Mary Lois Cooper

Dear Ron and family: We are saddened to learn of Kay's passing. You and she have been curling friends for many years. More recently, Kay has generously sponsored "Curl for a Cause" at London Curling Club. It was wonderful that both of you, and Barbara, could attend last year. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time of loss.

~ Bruce & Mary Lois Cooper

Dear Ron and family. It is with sadness we noted Kay's passing in today's paper. She was a beautiful lady with many talents. We recall at a social event a few years back what a good dancer she was and obviously from her obit, a stalwart curler. She will be missed by her many friends. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Alex and Emma Dobronyi

~ Alex and Emma Dobronyi

Dear Ron and family. It was with sadness that we learned of Kays passing. We will remember her as a fun loving and generous supporter of the London Curling Club. Our sympathies are with you.

~ Carol and Terry Moir.

Dear Mr. Carr, Mrs. Carr will be remembered by her strong will and determination. Mrs. Carr will be remembered by her loyalty and helpfulness. Mrs. Carr had style. She had a good life. Here's to you kid.

~ Karin and Nader Tchelebi plus family

Ron We want you to know that our thoughts are with you at this time even though we are not able to be there. We are in Alabama right now. Kay was such a fighter! She remained a fun and fiesty lady through all her problems with her beautiful earrings and flashing smile. We had many great times at partys at Medway. Remeber the day she got Max out on the dance floor with the stripper music playing. I have never had such a good laugh and such a good time. She is a lady who will always be remembered by all who knew her. You will have much to keep with of your life with her. Our condolences Max and Deirdre

~ deirdre and msx

Wherever she was and whatever she was doing, she always did it with spirit and energy and a marvelous sense of mischief. Much admired and always remembered.

~ Bob and Isobel

Mr. Carr (Ron), I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You were one of my favourite teachers (Geography) and of course, basketball coaches. Mrs. Carr would come to some of our basketball games. There was always a big smile and cheery "Hello" from her. She was our own personal adult cheer leader. Undoubtedly, you deeply feel the loss of this wonderful lady that you were privileged to have as a travelling partner through life. May God comfort you and yours in the present and in the future. Kingsley Abel

~ King Abel

Dear Barb, Dale and all your family, Been thinking of you at this sad and difficult time. So sorry for your loss but may you have peace in knowing you should have no regrets since you were the best of a family to her. Take good care. Joan Mitchell

~ Joan Mitchell

Condolences to the family of Kay Carr. I was a long-time curler with Kay, she was a great sport and I always enjoyed her stories that she used to tell and also her fine collection of earrings. Please accept our deepest condolences on her passing. A donation has been made to the Heart & Stroke and Foundation in her name.

~ Ruth & Al Prentice

Dear Barb,- Just home and have just read of your Mother's passing. Jamie joins with me in expressing to you and your family our condolences at the loss of your Mother. I have many fond memories of her when we were in school and fond memories of your Grandparents down at Port Stanley-----a cottage that friends of ours own now. You will miss your Mother terribly but I know you have many memories to treasure. Please convey our condolences to Sam . Thinking of you, Janet Latham Caskey.

~ Janet Caskey

(Donated to London Health Sciences Foundation - Cancer Centre)

~ Dave and Susan Moore

(Donated to London Health Sciences Foundation - Cancer Centre)

~ BRIAN & PATRICIACARRIER

(Donated to Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario)

~ Ernest LaPalme

(Donated to Heart & Stroke Foundation of Ontario)

~ Doug & Margaret Marshall

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