Wendy (nee Harrison) Launchbury
Died: March 12, 2013 | Place: University Hospital
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LAUNCHBURY, Wendy (nee Harrison)…
It is with profound sadness that the family announces the passing of their Wendy, at University Hospital, London, ON, on Tuesday, March 12, 2013, in her 61st year. Beloved wife of Wayne MacNeil, cherished daughter of Joan and the late Abby Harrison, loving friend of Alicia and Brodie MacNeil of Mississauga, dear sister of Tracey and Jill. She will be missed by her three nieces, Shannon, Sarah, Taryn, her nephew Harrison and her aunt Audrey Smith. A graduate of Loyola University, Wendy pursued a career as project manager with Bell Canada. Her passions included home decorating, her canine companions and music. Friends will be received by the family from 7-9 pm on Monday, March 18, 2013, at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. The funeral service will be held in the funeral home chapel on Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at 1:00pm. Cremation with a private interment at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to London Regional Cancer Program, 747 Baseline Road East, London, ON N6C 2R6. Online condolences, memories and photographs may be shared at www.amgfh.com
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Wayne, your smiling face, your constant presence and your support must have meant so much to Wendy during her time at UH and before. Your face across the hall was a shining light for us as we faced this parallel journey. Our good wishes for special memories and time for rest are heartfelt. Our good wishes to you and your family and our thoughts are with Wendy and with you. Thanks for the chocolate.
Take good care, Wayne.
Nancy and John
Joyce’s grandkids
We cherish your memory Wendy.
You live in our hearts. We ask God to send comfort and peace for you. Wayne and Wendy and family
Blessings and love,
Wray and Marlene
Taken from us far to soon , we will truly miss those special times spent together enjoying a great evening , full of lively debate , exceptional food , and sipping on a glass of chilled red wine .
Wendy , you will always be remembered in our thoughts as a vibrant , caring and loving sister and friend , and although you are at peace , your memory will always live on in our hearts .
Know you will be deeply missed but never forgotten ,and we will continue to celebrate your life until we meet again .
Our very deepest condolences to Joan,Tracey&Family on Wendy’s passing into our dear Lord’s arms.While Wendy leaves you prematurely,we trust that all the great memories you shared throughout the years will be of some consolation during these very difficult and challenging times,however,knowing that Wendy is at now at Peace will also be of some help to reflect on her
Presence with you in spirit and to release Wendy to a well deserved peace in a better Place.
With Love&Affection Bob&Lil
graham.
Wayne, we really appreciated our conversations during our parallel time at UH. What a great photo of Wendy. We hope the memories help ease this time and bring smiles. Our thoughts are with you during this time of such transition.
Throughout our years at Bell Canada, Wendy was a colleague and good friend. I have so many great memeories of times we would get together for lunch and spend an afternoon laughing about funny things that we experienced in our personal lives and careers. I remember with a smile, a girls weekend in the 80s, where we all drank great wine and danced to the oldies! She was so much fun.
I am so sad to hear this news;I will miss her.
My deepest sympathies to the family.
Our heartfelt condolences to your family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you.
Jill, Brian and family,
May the memories of your beautiful Wendy comfort you and bring you peace during this very difficult time. With Sympathy, Damian, Daniela and family.
Wendy and I were friends when we were both starting our careers at Bell Canada. We shared lots of laughs both in the office and outside it. I still have a soufflé dish that she left behind after a dinner party and I think of her every time I use it.
I give my heartfelt condolences to Wendy’s family.
Dear Aunt Joan, Tracey, and Jill,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I treasure my childhood memories of times spent with Wendy and all of you. My thoughts are with you and all of Wendy’s family at this sad time.
Linda
My Dearest Wendy,
“”Thanks for the memories.”
At1 year old, in your first pair of jeans.Flying alone to London to visit me,you looked like a princess.Dog sitting in Halton at the “5 star “.Wearing Nanny’s mink stole.Airing the family wash at school ,trips to Arizona.
Most of all thanks for being my Maid of honour and for being a part of my life.
Love forever,
Aunt Audrey (Aubie)
Aunt Joan, Tracey and Jill. In my memory we are all together in Montreal in our living room, celebrating Christmas together. I will always remember Wendy as the older, more sophisticated cousin with the beautiful smile. You are in my thoughts and my heart at this sad, difficult time.
My sincere condolences to Wayne, Joan, Tracy and Jill. Wendy and I shared many years of experiences, escapades and wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you.
I worked with Wendy at Bell Canada in Toronto. We became friends and I always considered her a wonderful mentor. She was so much fun and will be missed by all. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy to all of Wendy’s family and friends.
Our heartfelt condolences to Wayne, Joan and family at this trying time. Our prayers are with you as we remember Wendy. Rod & Lana Smith
I was truly saddened to hear about the loss of Wendy. I was lucky to have been her friend growing up in Beaconsfield.
Dear Tracey and family. I was very sad to learn the news of Wendy’s passing. I have many great memories of working with Wendy at Bell Mobility. She was also so kind at sharing her knowledge as I was learning the business. She always had an encouraging word and a wonderful sense of humour. We had many good laughs going to conferences, sharing horse stories or getting by day to day. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. God Bless. Sandra
I am really sorry to hear of Wendy’s passing. I had the pleasure of working for both her and her father. Wendy was so supportive when I was going through a lot of personal issues and I have never forgotten her. She will be missed by everyone.
Family is family, no matter how distant our homes may be. Many years have passed since Wendy and I along with Jill and Tracey were in the same room, however, your loss Wendy is felt beyond those years and space. My condolences to Wayne and families of Wendy, to cousin Joan Harrison in her loss.Rest in peace, cousin.
Wayne, on behalf of the entire Oelke family I would like to express our deepest sympathies for your loss. I didn’t know Wendy however I do know how important you were to each other these past 15 years. Our thoughts and prayers are with both of you.
It has been many years since we visited you, Joan, at your “new” house in Beaconsfield. I remember the day well! I recognised Wendy’s face when I saw her picture. Even though we have been separated by time and distance, family memories are forever! It is sad when a family member passes too quickly! My thoughts and prayers are with you all and my wishes that happy memories of your time together will give you strength and hope for the future.
I had the pleasure of working at Bell Canada with Wendy when she first started as a University Student manager.
Wendy was a wonderful person, always smiling and laughing. She will be missed terribly.
Please accept our deepest condolences.
Liz & Rob Wright
We are so sad that you are gone. Be at peace with God. Only the good dye young! Xo
So sorry to hear of a high school classmate’s passing. My sympathy goes out to her family and friends.
My most sincere condolences go to Wendy’s family.
I knew Wendy at Beaconsfield High School. We were in the same home room in grades 8, 10, and 11 as well as in some courses together. I remember Wendy’s wonderful smile and I remember Wendy as a cheerful, helpful, athletic, and kind person. A great lose at such a young age. May she rest in peace.
So terribly sorry to hear of Wendy’s passing. I remember her fondly from Bell Canada – a mentor for some, a great friend to many, and a smile for all. It was a privilege to know her, to work with her and to have her as a friend. Wendy – you will be missed. My sincere condolences to your family.
Joan,Tracy & Jill
It was with much saddness I heard of Wendy’s death. I worked many years with Wendy and we had a close friendship.She was a special lady. Memories of weekend camping trips,progressive dinner parties and lots of laughs.
Our heart and thoughts are with you,at this time.
Bill & Wanda Grevatt
There are special people that you think of when you reflect on your career at BEll. Wendy was one of those people. I had the joy of working with her in the 80’s -she was always thoughtful, intelligent and fun to be with. My condolences to her family. Gone too soon.
I am so sorry to hear about Wendy’s passing. Although I haven’t seen Wendy the last few years I still remember her with fond and fun memories.
we have many fond memeories of Wendy as we were such close friends of her mother and spent many winters in flordia with the family.
i am sure we met you Wayne and know you were a devoted husband. May she rest in peace after the struggle she has gone through