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Paula MacNeil posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Patricia and family, I am so very sorry for the passing of your husband and Dad. He certainly had a life well lived and from the few occasions I was in his presence with you Patricia - it was so evident that he adored you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Paula MacNeil
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Barbara Hicks lit a candle
Sunday, May 29, 2022
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To Patricia & Family - My deepest condolences to you and your family during this sad time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Your beautiful memories will sustain you throughout the years.
Thinking of you and sending love & hugs, Barb Hicks
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Ed & Wanda Fedora posted a condolence
Friday, May 27, 2022
Our sincere condolences to Patricia and family on the passing of Cordell. Although I didn't know him , it was always our thought that Patricia was married to somebody as special as herself. God bless.
Ed & Wanda Fedora
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Sheldon Nearing posted a condolence
Thursday, May 26, 2022
Our sincere condolences to the family of Cordell O’Brien from Sheldon and Sue Nearing.
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Jim and Lisa Jones posted a condolence
Saturday, May 21, 2022
Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Family.
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Pat Harasym posted a condolence
Saturday, May 21, 2022
Tricia and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Love,
Pat (Vassallo) Harasym
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Theresa E Edwards posted a condolence
Friday, May 20, 2022
Patricia and Family,
My heartfelt condolences on the death of Cordell. HE was an exceptional man. I was fortunate to have worked most of my career with him. He truly was an exemplary correctional officer and human being.
Theresa Edwards
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Ruth McGrath posted a condolence
Friday, May 20, 2022
Tricia and Family,
So sorry to hear of Cordell's passing. My condolences to you and all the family.
Ruth Moffatt McGrath
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Gina Vassallo posted a condolence
Friday, May 20, 2022
Dear Tricia, Caitlin, Liam, Brendan, Marli, Moragh, Aunt Patsy and all who knew and loved Cordell,
Please accept Kevin, Noah and my condolences. Every memory I have of Cordell, he is smiling, joking, laughing and emanating a true goodness, sincerity and integrity hard to come by in these times.
I remember driving around with him, Tricia and Andrea on visits to Dominion, trying not to be too annoying, hanging around with the "big kids". He was always so kind and warm and welcoming, with that big grin and sparkling eyes, making everyone around him feel so at ease and accepted and seen and respected.
Noah brings up Cordell still from time to time saying, "That tall man at your Aunt's house, who took me out to the backyard and showed me the pool? He was really nice." That kid has a good read on people. How lucky were we all to have known a soul like him, even just for one meeting, as he was memorable in a special kind of way so hard to define in words and in a way even a small child could sense.
Sending love and strength and prayers,
Gina Vassallo
“You will lose someone you can’t live without, and your heart will be badly broken, and the bad news is that you never completely get over the loss of your beloved. But this is also the good news. They live forever in your broken heart that doesn’t seal back up. And you come through. It’s like having a broken leg that never heals perfectly – that still hurts when the weather gets cold, but you learn to dance with the limp” – Anne Lamott
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Jack mackenzie posted a condolence
Thursday, May 19, 2022
Tricia,Sheila,Wanda, Sheldon. And to All your Family's . Words cannot describe how sad I was to hear Cordell has passed. He truly was a amazing man. I wish I could be there with you all at this time, but just not possible. I will be there in my mind, and for sure will be thinking of you all. He sure looks a lot like his father who also was a amazing man. I actually found tonight
Bernie will be there with your mother with open arms , you all are beautiful people with some amazing angels. I miss you all, and stay strong. Sweet Dreams Cordell, I will think of you often.
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Carol posted a condolence
Thursday, May 19, 2022
Grief, I’ve learned, is really just love. It’s all the love you want to give but cannot. All that unspent love gathers up in the corner of your eyes, the lump in your throat and in the hollow part of your chest Grief is just love with no place to go. -Jamie Anderson -
My deepest condolences to Tricia and family from your cousin
Carol (Vassallo) Elkoussy
from your cousin Carol (Vassallo) Elkoussy.
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Greg McNeil posted a condolence
Thursday, May 19, 2022
As a former colleague of Cordell, in life he gave us friendship, laughs, showed us competence in duties while always offering help without compensation. In passing Cordell gives us faith, by which he lived, knowing his empathy and kindness made the world a better place.
Rest In Peace my friend.
My Heartfelt Condolences to Tricia and family.
Greg McNeil
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Margaret MacLellan posted a condolence
Thursday, May 19, 2022
Wanda, and family...our deepest condolences on the loss of your brother, Cordell. May he Rest In Peace.
Margaret and Nick Maclellan
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Annette lit a candle
Thursday, May 19, 2022
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Trisha & Family, deepest Condolences to you all on this profound loss. I have only had the pleasure of really getting to know Cordell so well over the last 3yrs. I’m so grateful our life’s journeys had crossed. He was a joy & had an amazing gift to make others feel so special.
Your in my thoughts & prayers
Annette Nicoletti
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Melanie Garland posted a condolence
Thursday, May 19, 2022
Tricia,
Very sorry to learn of the passing of you husband.
Take care,
Melanie Garland
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Candi Singler posted a symbolic gesture
Thursday, May 19, 2022
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Tricia and family, my sincere condolences. I'm broken hearted for you all on such a great loss. Cordell was a sweet, fun loving gentleman who always made you smile no matter how you felt. His hijinks made a hard job manageable and helped all of us keep our sanity. Many times he shared your wonderful baking and also made many loaves of bread and popcorn for everyone at work. He was always willing to help in any way he could no matter what the circumstances. He was truly one of the best. Every time I see a bee I will think of him. Please take comfort in all your wonderful memories and the precious time you had with him. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten. RIP my friend.
Candi Singler
Co-worker & Friend
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Joan (Bruleigh) Martheleur posted a condolence
Thursday, May 19, 2022
Dear Patricia and family, my most sincere condolences on your tremendous loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joan(Bruleigh) & Bill Martheleur
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Sharon Gillis-Talbot lit a candle
Thursday, May 19, 2022
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Very saddened to hear of the loss of Cordell. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time
Danny Gillis
Sharon & Henry Talbot
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Bill Smith posted a condolence
Thursday, May 19, 2022
I had the good fortune to meet Cordell in my time as the Executive Director of Correctional Services. He clearly was an exceptional person both professionally and in his personal life. My sincere condolences to his entire family and to his Correctional Services colleagues, especially those at the CBCF.
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Francine Le Fort posted a condolence
Thursday, May 19, 2022
Our condolences to Tricia and the whole family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
"All Things Have One Meaning: Henceforth, all things have one meaning. You have one meaning. You will not die. Those whom you love---even if you believe them to be dead---will not die. That which is living and beautiful---from the finest blade of grass, to that fleeting moment when you have felt your body pulsing with life---will live for ever. Even suffering, even death has one meaning, becoming avenues of life. All things are alive. Because Christ is risen!" Cordell is truly alive in all your hearts!
Francine Le Fort and Gaëtan Forest
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Jeff Aucoin posted a condolence
Thursday, May 19, 2022
Words cannot describe the man Cordell O’Brien was. The world lost a great man. Thoughts and prayers to Tricia and family.
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Archie and Linda MacDonald lit a candle
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
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Tricia and family, sincere sympathy on Cordell’s passing. May God give you strength at this sad time and may Cordell Rest In Peace.
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Steve Hartigan posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
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So sorry to hear about the passing of Cordell. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. Steve and Leanna Hartigan
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Vinetta posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Our deepest condolences to all the family , our hearts go out to you all during this most difficult time ,,
Eric and Vinetta(Colosimo) Rockwell.
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Lee Ann Mazzocca posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Trish and family, our deep sympathy is sent to you and your family. Cordell was a gem, always had a chat as he was walking his two little doggos up Henry Street. He will truly be missed by many.
Ron and Lee Ann Mazzocca
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Percy MacKinnon posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Condolences to the family RIP.Cocky Percy MacKinnon fellow worker.CBCC.
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Lauri Ravanello posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
My deepest sympathies, Tricia, and family, on your most profound loss.
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John Windsor lit a candle
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
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Wanda, Sheila, Sheldon, Tricia and family - nothing can be said to ease the sorrow you must be feeling. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your families and friends. The spiritual realm must have needed some strong reinforcements to take such a wonderful human being from this place so soon before his time. It seems that Cordell left an indelible mark of goodness and kindness as his legacy; it doesn’t get better than that. Sincerely, Helen & Johnnie
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Karen, Paula, Colin and Kelly: posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Our sincerest condolences to Cordell's family on such a tremendous loss. Thinking of all of you during this very difficult and sad time.
Karen, Paula, Kelly and Colin (Buchanan)
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Cathy (Morrison) Toomey and family Gardiner Mines lit a candle
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
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Deepest condolences to the family and friends of Cordell. May the memories help you through this very sad time.
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wendie christoff posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Our deepest condolences to Cordell's family,thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Wendie & Wayne Christoff
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Elva Cuddihy posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Walter,Liam and I wish to express our condolences to your family. We surely respected Cordell and know he will be missed by so many. God Bless.
The Cuddihy Family.
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Kathy MacKillop posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
My deepest condolences to all who loved Cordell. My husband, Jim MacKillop, heldd the highest respect for Cordell and told many many stories of his kindness and love of life. May the wonderful memories give you peace.
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Fred Gillis posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Tricia and Family. We offer our Condolences on the loss of a wonderful Husband and Father. Cordell was a well respected gentleman who gave to both his Community and his Profession. May your wonderful memories offer you comfort during this difficult time. May he Rest In Peace.
Fred and Joanne Gillis
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Dan and Donna MacRury posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 18, 2022
Dear Tricia and family,
We are saddened to read that your beloved Cordell has passed away.
Thinking of you during this sad and difficult time.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Dan and Donna MacRury
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Donna Mullins posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Our sincere condolences to Sheila and Wanda and all the family. We were so sorry to hear Cordell passed. May your cherished memories give you all comfort and strength during this very difficult time.
Donna & Shelly Mullins
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Margie Lohnes posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
My deepest condolences to Cordell’s family. Cordell was a gentleman with a big heart, a cheerful personality, and a great sense of humour. He will be missed by many. I hope the memories you have made over the years will help you in the difficult days ahead and beyond. RIP Cordell.
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Blair Frison posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
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With deepest sympathy I would like to offer my sincere condolences to Cordell's family and friends. I got to know Cordell while attending RDHS and we graduated the same year. Ran into him years later and he immediately struck up a conversation and chatted about the old days. He never changed and was always fun to be around. Fly high Cordell.
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Hazel Richard Mcgrath posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Tricia and family, i am heartbroken and speechless. Cordell was truly a gem, one of a kind.He was the guy who taught me the best pranks, he was the guy i could count on to have tea with me but most of all you could just count on him.. for a laugh, for a hug when you walked into the jail and for his huge smile. But you guys know all that. I am truly sorry for your loss. It is a huge loss to this world l
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Dave & Nicole MacNeil posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Dear Tricia and family. We can not begin to imagine how it feels to be going through this terrible loss. Cordell helped me in ways I could never fully explain. Being a Gardiner boy he took me under his wing when I started at CBCF and helped guide me for over 20 years. He was my friend and I hold him in the highest regard. He was a man ,father , husband and an officer that other men could only aspire to be like. His laugh and positive attitude was not only infectious but made such a change in so many people’s lives. I will miss you COB, your friend forever - Finlay
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Bruce Gouthro posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
To the O'Brien and MacNeil families; So sorry to hear this news. My deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one.
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Brenda Mackinnon posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Our deepest condolences to Cordell's family and friends, thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely Daniel and Brenda Mackinnon
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Joe Prestara lit a candle
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
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Dear Tricia, Caitlin, Brendan and Liam... thoughts and support are sent to you all. Cordell was someone, who I instantly gravitated to, when I met him at work. We shared more laughs and silliness, than I can even explain. His cheerful personality and genuine kindness, were refreshing, in a workplace that is often more negative than positive. I considered him a friend, as he was there for me, outside of work as well, helping with a project or whatever you needed. Cordell lived life to the fullest and set an example we should all follow. Those of us left without him, suffer a tremendous loss.... but I am fortunate to have known him and his memory will remain with me always.
Joe Prestara
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Bill Mac Pherson posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Gen and i would like to pass on our heart felt sorry on hearing this sad news.Cordell indeed was a fine man.Our hearts and prayers are with you and all your family.Rest in peace and soar with the angels.
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Mike and Corrine Mischiek posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
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Anyone who ever met Cordell knew right away what kind of man he was. The obituary said it all. He was a true gentleman and to Patricia, his children, his siblings and his mother in law, I know how terribly you will miss him. I also know that you all realize there is no more pain. We grieve for what WE have lost, but remember that HE is in a much better place. God’s strength be with all of you in the coming days and months ahead. God bless.
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Diana O'Brien posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Our deepest sympathy on Cordell's passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.RIP Cordell
Greg/Diana O'Brien
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Mary Pat Tompkins posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
My deepest sympathies to all on such a great loss.
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Karen Foye posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
I was so sorry and shocked to hear of Cordell’s passing. I worked with Cordell at the Port Hawkesbury Justice Centre. We were so sad for us but so happy for Cordell when he got transferred to Sydney…our huge loss. He was a wonderful guy to work with. Whenever he was covering my court (Family Division) and I was Court Reporting I knew court would always run smoothly, and of course it did! Cordell always had time to chat, do anything you asked or offered to do something that would make my job easier. I’ve worked with many people over the years and not many left a mark like Cordell did. Sending my deepest condolences and will keep Cordell and his loved ones in my thoughts and prayers. Rest In Peace Cordell.
Karen Foye
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Carol Ann Gavel posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
My deepest sympathy on Cordell’s passing. I worked with Cordell years ago at the CBCF. He was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. He will be missed immensely. May you, his family take comfort in your fond and loving memories of him. May he Rest In Peace.
Carol Ann Gavel
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Rita Ulrich (London, Ontario) posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
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My deepest sympathy to all of the family on the loss of Cordell. I remember him as a child and, even then, he was such a kind person. After my dad died he would come to our door and offer to shovel our driveway for mom -- always trying to refuse payment for his work. May he rest in peace and may his memory be a comfort to all during this difficult time. (Rita Ulrich - London, Ontario)
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Carys Wood posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Tricia and family: our deepest condolences for such a loss, we keep you all in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.
With love,
Carys Wood and the
staff and Board of CBDC Cumberland
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Gena Mac Dermid-Gosse posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Tricia and Family: Cordell was certainly a bright light in all our days at the CBCF. Having been on shift with him for many years I witnessed and enjoyed many pranks and jokes. He always so lovingly talked about you Trish and Proudly spoke of the accomplishments of his children. Many stories about sneaking downstairs at 3 am for some delicious squares (half a pan)you had made and a glass of milk. We feel so blessed to have had the time with him that we did and cherish all our memoires. let those wonderful memories guide you through this difficult time. Until we meet again
Gena Mac Dermid-Gosse and Jim Gosse
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Bill & Rose MacNeil posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
To Tricia and family our sincerest condolences. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Bill & Rose
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Laurie McIntyre posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Oh Wanda and Sheila and all the family - sending condolences and so much love your way. so very very sad - may he rest easy in paradise
Laurie McIntyre (Ontario)
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Read Johnston posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
Patricia and family: Our deepest sympathies go out to you. I have many memories that I will cherish for the rest of my life, I am truly going to miss that infectious smile and that wonderful since of humor that would brighten anyone's day . I'll miss you "bud"
Read and Linda Johnston
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