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| Name: | Ariana Fortier |
| E-mail address: | arianabanana13@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Erin is truly a child of God sent into our lives. She is so spiritual and inspirational,and truly a wonderful example for all christians. Erin shows how God is there even in our darkest hours, and that in the end we truly do find peace. To me, it appears that Erin lived her life to the fullest. She never gave up, never gave in, and always walked on with her head held high. Erin raised awareness for cancer reasearch, with her P.U.S.H braclettes and the bear hug. Erin made a huge impact on both people she knew and the ones she didn't. Erin is an angel. |
| Name: | Marilyn Fleet |
| E-mail address: | fleetster@rogers.com |
| Comments: | My sincerest and deepest sympathies go out to the Gannon family, as well as to all of Erin's many friends. I was very saddened to learn of Erin's passing from Ms. Grant. I had the pleasure of having Erin in my grade 8 French and English classes. She had such a beautiful soul that shone through in everything she did. I remember her bright smile and how her eyes shone when she smiled. She was always surrounded by her friends and I know she is sadly missed by all who knew and loved her dearly.
I am impressed as I read Erin's web page to see her smiling through what must have been such a difficult time. It just goes to show what a truly amazing person she was. I will never forget Erin and also Ali. I feel as though I am the one learning from them right now, not the other way around-learning that faith and trust in God can and does make the hardest trials bearable. I know that Erin and Ali are in Heaven, watching over us. May God Bless your family. I will continue to pray for Erin and you, as well as Ali and the Narbaitz Family. May God continue to give you strength as you mourn the loss of your most precious Erin. Sincerely, Marilyn Fleet |
| Name: | Courtney |
| Comments: | God Bless Erin.
May all that she did, all that she was, inspire us, and remind us of the holiness we must strive for daily. I pray that you are dancing on clouds with Christ, Erin. You will never be forgotten. |
| Name: | Yvonne and Armand Allard |
| E-mail address: | Allard@rogers.com |
| Comments: | For someone so young, you've made an impact on many people's lives. Now I see how God can send his word through individuals. You've made your family and friends proud of your achievements and influence.
May God bless you and give us the strength to have a strong faith like the one you had. |
| Name: | Kieran McDonald |
| E-mail address: | hockey_pro19@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Dear Gannans,
Erin has inspired me to be a better person. She has also tought me to live life to it's fullest.I hope you get through your time of sorrow. Sincerly,Kieran McDonald |
| Name: | Kim Troupe |
| E-mail address: | kimtroupe@hotmail.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.geocities.com/kimtroupe214 |
| Comments: | I herd about what happened and wanted to say Im sorry. I have met Erin but it was a long time ago. My sister amanda danced with her at combray dance school a long time ago and she was also sad about the news. Erins story has touched many people and still will. I want to let all erins family know that im sorry and that in thinking about you. |
| Name: | Tiana |
| E-mail address: | tntdancer@sympatico.com |
| Comments: | To the Gannons
I never meat Erin but heard of how wonderful she was. I am sorry for your loss. Erin had alot of strength and courage, and is now out of pain with God were she belonges. |
| Name: | Courtney Wilson |
| E-mail address: | courtney_w91@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Erin, I never got the chance to meet you personally, however I have been touched by you. You were an extremly strong person. You lived every day as if there was no end. Though we will miss you dearly. We know that you're up in heaven beside God, watching over us all.
Love always Xo Courtney Xo |
| Name: | BOB FISHER |
| E-mail address: | rfisheris@rogers.com |
| Comments: | Erin
I never met you,in fact I had never heard about you until I read about the Group Hug in the paper. I have 2 teenage daughters around your age and was very impressed amd moved with what I had read about you, that my wife and I visited your web site. Your family must have been so proud of you -you were a beautiful child with a strong will and from what I can see an awesome personality. When I think of what pain you have suffered I sometimes feel guilty fir having two healthly children .But I know you would not want me to feel that way, but to love them as your family do you. |
| Name: | BOB FISHER |
| E-mail address: | rfisheris@rogers.com |
| Comments: | Erin
I never met you,in fact I had never heard about you until I read about the Group Hug in the paper. I have 2 teenage daughters around your age and was very impressed amd moved with what I had read about you, that my wife and I visited your web site. Your family must have been so proud of you -you were a beautiful child with a strong will and from what I can see an awesome personality. When I think of what pain you have suffered I sometimes feel guilty fir having two healthly children .But I know you would not want me to feel that way, but to love them as your family do you. |
| Name: | JeanneKathleen |
| E-mail address: | Jeanne_Kathleen@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | "Give me a sign to carry on
And let me know you're ok I reach up to the cloud you ride To make me feel like you would stay" Erin, I never had the pleasure of knowing you personally but you were a truly amazing person. The world is a little dimmer without it's shining star.... |
| Name: | Sue Aires |
| E-mail address: | saires14@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | I wasnt fortunate enough to have met this beautiful person but have heard about her through those that did. I am a fellow St.Matts Tiger (class of 98) and feel absolutely proud that our school has continued to be blessed with the presence of amazing individuals such as Erin. I heard about the Bear Hug Event and about Erin and began to read her website. You may not be here on earth with us but I know you can see all the amazing things people have and continue to say about you on here. Although I did not personally know you Erin I feel as though I did. Your spirit was and remains strong and beautiful. After having read your website, my good friend and I were completely touched by your strength, courage, love of life, determiniation and ESPECIALLY by your faith in God. Erin- YOU have helped put life back into perspective for us as well as many. As many of those who knew and loved you have said...you may not physically be here with us but your spirit lives on....we TRULY HAVE BEEN BLESSED WITH A BEAUTIFUL ANGEL!!!
To the Gannon Family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you during these difficult times but I know that you will succeed because you must have been blessed with just as much faith and strength as Erin was! |
| Name: | MICHAEL |
| E-mail address: | goingwithin_2@yahoo.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.geocities.com/goingwithin2004/index |
| Comments: | i have never been touched like i have been from this site and storie . i pray that the holy spirit brings peace to all involved , and just know in your heart that there is no death only change . god bless you all . goingwithin_2 |
| Name: | Cara (St. Matthew High graduate) |
| Comments: | Erin,
Reading about your journey has made me re-evaluate what is really important in life....kindness, friendship and family. Thank you for that. May you rest in peace. "You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains; You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas; I am strong, when I am on your shoulders; You raise me up: To more than I can be" |
| Name: | Jade Bond |
| E-mail address: | baby_dolphin13@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Hey Everyone... I would just like to say that we lost a friend but gained an angel!!! |
| Name: | kelsey |
| E-mail address: | adavan_16@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | hi,erin my name is kelsey i am 12 years old...ppl think i acted 20,lol,any way i can`t say i no how u feel but i kinnda do i have been comming in and out of the hospital since i was 2 years old i have cystic fibroses(i no weird name)any way i want to tell your family i am very srry for there loss,i lost my sister to cancer as well,well i just wanted to tell your family that they have 101% of my support keep on smiling(l) |
| Name: | Wally |
| E-mail address: | wvalic@sudbury.falconbridge.com |
| Comments: | And in the end,
the love you take, is equal to the love you make. |
| Name: | Daniel Philippe |
| E-mail address: | danstar27@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Thank you for the inspiration you have and will be giving to many people of all ages. You are a true ANGEL! |
| Name: | Allan & Genny Morris |
| E-mail address: | amorris.cfp@shaw.ca |
| Comments: | Please accept our most sincere condolences. Only knowing her through her website, she was truly a remarkable young lady and inspiration to many. |
| Name: | Ndidi Anozie |
| Comments: | I never knew Erin, and only heard of her amazing story on Friday...but after going through her site and seeing how much of an amazing girl she was...I feel like I miss her.
Hy heart goes out to her friends, family and to all those who were touched by her amazing heart and spirit. Erin's story has really helped me to evaluate my own life and see things in a different light. It fills me with so much sadness to know that she's gone...but at the sametime I'm happy to know she is safe with God. God Bless |
| Name: | Marilyn Baskey |
| E-mail address: | maridon@rogers.com |
| Comments: | Hello Mary & Family
I just took a few minutes to visit Erin's website and I was blowed away by her passion for life and her amazing faith in God and his plans for her short yet so meaningful life. I was reminded of my sister Shirley who passed away 3 years ago of Breast Cancer at the age of 46. She too had a tremendous amount of faith in God. She wrote in her journal on a daily basis up until a few days before she died and thought it is difficult to read her journals at times it is also therapeutic. I hope you and your family find comfort in knowing how much Erin has touched so many lives and her words live on through her website. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you being your life without Erin but remember her spirit is with you always. May God help you through this time of sorrow. Sincerely. Marilyn |
| Name: | Kris |
| Comments: | To Erin's family,
Erin was and still is such an inspiration to me, she's an inspiration to so many people. I didn't know her personally, but we exchanged a few e-mails. Whenever I got an e-mail from her I just felt so calm and I felt like I could do anything. She was such a beautiful and strong young woman. It's so depressing to see someone like that go, but God must have needed her for something. I know the mourning process is long and hard, but just remember how much of an impact your daughter, sister, cousin, neice, etc... made on so many lives. |
| Name: | Jen |
| Comments: | I found these lyrics and thought this part suited what i want to say
I wish that I could hold you now I wish that I could touch you now I wish that I could talk to you Be with you somehow I know you're in a better place And you know I can see your face I know you're smiling down on me Saying everything's okay And if I never leave this life I'll see you again someday R. Kelly...I wish |
| Name: | Megan |
| Comments: | I am the older sister of Liana's best friend and though I did not know Erin very well I have known enough of her to realise what a loss the world has taken by losing such a beautiful person. We will all miss you so much Erin, as can be seen by the overwhleming amount of comments on this webpage which I have just gotten up the courage and stamina to read. You have touched all of our lives in such a way that you will never be forgotten. I am praying for you and your family every night as I have been for the past couple years. God Bless you and your family. |
| Name: | tamara |
| E-mail address: | eyes_of_an_angel_22@hotmail.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://books.dreambok.com/eemg/main.html |
| Comments: | Hey erin,
i didn't know u well, but i heard u were a great person,after reading your website i wanted to meet you, but i never got the chance, but now i know your in a much better place, not sufering from pain and not crying, i hope you rest in peace:) tamara |
| Name: | Lindsay Gwyer |
| E-mail address: | superfly_1818@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Hey E-lim! We all miss you, but I know you're happy right now with God, no more suffering. I hope you like how we managed to get Diet Coke mentioned in more than one article about you. I bet you're rolling your eyes and laughing at us right now in heaven. Where ever I go I know I'll always have the most beautiful angel watching over me. Thanks for everything Erin. I love you forever.
~Lindz |
| Name: | Ashley Blackwood |
| E-mail address: | ashley_wood@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | You'll always be in my heart! |
| Name: | Gabrielle |
| Comments: | Erin i hope u are in no pain anymore!! U r very special always remeber that! |
| Name: | katie s |
| Comments: | I did not know Erin, but i would just like to say to all her friends and family that Erin is ok now, she's with God. Free of all harm and pain. She's in a better place now. I will pray for her and her family every night from now on. Thank you for your time,
Katie |
| Name: | Joanna |
| E-mail address: | jojo_sportygurl@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | To: the Gannon family
All though, I did not know Erin personnally, i know that she was a strong, woman who battled hard against cancer. I am sorry for your loss, but Erin now rests peacefully in Heaven. May God be with you during your time of greif. |
| Name: | Joanna |
| E-mail address: | jojo_sportygurl@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | To: the Gannon family
All though, I did not know Erin personnally, i know that she was a strong, woman who battled hard against cancer. I am sorry for your loss, but Erin now rests peacefully in Heaven. May God be with you during your time of greif. |
| Name: | Alanna Harvey |
| E-mail address: | telus_piggy |
| Comments: | I feel touched by how full of life Erin was, even in her condition. She lived each day as if it would never end. She was a real angel living on earth and we were all blessed to have known her, seen her, or even read about her. Erin is most definetly at the side of God, sitting with him and talking with him. She'll now be able to watch everyone she loved grow up and comfort them through her spirit. The impression Erin has made in only the past 3 years since she was diagnosed with her cancer has been incredible. No one will forget her I'm sure. But for the Gannan family, remember that death is the first step to eternal happiness. You may be away from her now, but soon enough you will be with her forever in Heaven. Life never ends, it just starts over.
With all my love and blessings, Alanna Harvey. |
| Name: | Theresa LeBane |
| E-mail address: | theresa_lebane@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Hey Bud! We'll miss you, but it's good to know you're drinking your pulp-free orange juice out of a real glass way up there. God carried you throughout your suffering here on Earth, and now you can finally rest in His arms for eternity. Thanks for being a true friend. Love Always, Tree. |
| Name: | Rhiannon Renaud |
| E-mail address: | rhiannonrenaud@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | I would just like to say how sorry I am to the Gannon family. I didn't know Erin personally, but we both went to Leadership Camp together and I could tell it was a place that she loved. You didn't even need to know Erin personally for her to have an impact on your life. She has been an inspiration to so many people. She truly is an angel of God and will be missed. Thanks for giving people so much hope Erin.
Love, Rhiannon Renaud * The Pain Passes, But The Beauty Remains * |
| Name: | Jessica Bonacci |
| Comments: | I personaly did not know erin. ALthough i took part in the production, " A midsummer nights dream" along with erin and was able to see her dance with grace, beauty and confidence. I guess i coudl write a million pages about my thoughts and prayers concerning her...i know a million would not ease the pain her family and friends have endured, i wish it could. The strenght she demonstrated for everyone was incredible, its been said by many, a thousand times before and will never lose its meaning. She was stronger then many people could ever imagine being..she was strong for not only herself as well as everyone around her. Although i wasnt fortunate enought to have known erin.. i am fortunate enough to be close to somone with whome erin was close with as well.She has passed on love filled memories and days of laughter to that person, which will remain in their hearts forever. I wish i could thank erin for being so strong. i wish i could thank erin for being such an important aspiration in so many peoples lives..but i would like to thank her family for brining such an amazing person into a world full of pain and suffering and allowing us to put aside our thoughts or anger, frustration, tears and pain of the everyday world to breath and realize that life is worth much more. Rest peacefully in heaven erin. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Thanks for being so strong. |
| Name: | Rachel Cimon |
| E-mail address: | syco_skier06@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Erin,
I never knew you but I only heard good thing. When I had first heard of you in seventh grade I felt the greatest sympathy for you and your entire family. To me your battle was an amazing and inspirational one. You never gave up and that made you one of the strongest people I know. I lost a loved one to cancer when I was seven years old and I can remember everything they went through. So for you to go through all of what you did was astonishing.At this moment you are probably looking down on all of your family, friends and supporters...and all of us right now are thinking of you and your amazing life. Liana, when I met you this year I didnt know that your Erin's sister but after a few days I found out but you looked happy and full of joy just like your sister. Erin's story is ... well I don't know because words can't explain it. I wish the Ganon family the best in the ENTIRE world. Be strong and know that every single person loves and prays for your family. Erin.. rest in peace and we love you. ~*~ Rachel~*~ |
| Name: | kelly boag |
| E-mail address: | kelly_boag10@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | erin,
i didn't know you but after reading over your website i feel like if i have known you for the longest time. By just reading your website you have tought me many things like how important life really is and that you should savor every moment of it with loved ones, and to never give up hope no matter what might happen. I now u are in a better place now a place where u wont suffer any more. The only thing that might be wrong about goin to heaven is leaving your loved ones behind. But they will always know that you will always be there for them smiling back from heaven. I will never forget you and you will always be in my prayers. Always be strong Gannon family. P.U.S.H Lotz of love, ~Kelly Boag~ |
| Name: | Jp |
| E-mail address: | snow_board8@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Hey Erin,
I know that you are in Heaven smiling down on all of your "fans"/friends and since you are in heaven we all know that you are not suffering or being in pain so let you suol Rest In Peace. |
| Name: | Erika and Alyssa |
| E-mail address: | erikam85@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Erin,
You were a very spiritual girl and we admire your faith in God. We know you are now in heaven and are happy that you are no longer suffering. We read your Christmas Eve Miracle and found it very inspiring. We know you are smiling down at the world below you. We will pray for your family and give them sympathy because they had to loose such an amazing woman. The world will miss you,Erin. |
| Name: | Andrew |
| E-mail address: | kilgour_Andrew@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | i know you're in heaven smiling looking at us all, and were looking back knowing that your fight was worth it! R.I.P and to your family i give my condolences. Andrew K
Thank you erin for the memories and leadership. |
| Name: | Paula Londero |
| E-mail address: | rlondero@rogers.com |
| Comments: | May you be at rest now up in heaven, you were a very couragous young girl. You were also an inspiaration for other people with cancer as well. |
| Name: | katrina |
| Comments: | I was told of this site and decided to visit it. As i look at all the pictures and her stories, i am amazed and inspired. Erin said that miracles do happen and i believe. Erin was put onto the Earth for a reason and she inspired everyone. Miracles do happen; Erin is proof of that. I am in gratitude for this site because it helped me look at the smaller things in life and helped me appreciate them. Erin will never be forgotten. Thank you! |
| Name: | Barbara McLaren |
| E-mail address: | barbara.mclaren@sympatico.ca |
| Comments: | Dear loved ones of Erin
Thank you for leaving the website up...I read the obituary in Thurs. paper and was drawn to look up the site. There is still a pulse of Erin's spirit there.....the fact that she had come to the realization that God can do anything.....and miracles do happen. Not always the way we would write the script but in God's way. Her spirit that shines from the photo's she had selected, the sense of peace that her experience in God's presense gave to her, the ability to touch others still......all these are miracles. I cannot relate to the death of a child or sister but I can to the loss....I lost my mother when I was six and that was over fifty years ago. Her spirit still remains within me and I give thanks for her life. Erin will never leave you and has left you the gift of her indominable spirit....in spite of all that she went through she was still reaching out to others, sure in the knowledge of God's love and unafraid of what death would bring. Sending you showers of blessings and may the touch of God's hand start the healing of loss. Love Barbara |
| Name: | Dominique |
| E-mail address: | horse_155@hotmail.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://horsenmusic.com |
| Comments: | Erin,
I know you'll won't be able to read this, but i will say it anyway, After clicking and looking over some things in your website, you changed my toughts completely about life, you told me that i should cherrish every minute of my life with the people I love. Because we are only here for so little time, and some people aren't as lucky as some of us. I wish i knew you sooner. I go to St-Matts but i wished i did know you i just didn't take my time to figure you out and now it's too late in a way..... but i will NEVER forget you Erin...I never will. you'll make an awesome angel. R.I.P PEACE, LOVE, & HOPE, Dominique, 12 years old P.S. ALL of my prayers our with you Erin's family. May GOD's strenght be with you. Erin's strenght will be with you. I KNOW it!!! |
| Name: | Stephanie Edwards |
| Comments: | Dear Erin,
I know u wont be able to read this but i still want to say this. i didn't know u personally but u have touched my life deeply like so many other lives and u will be deeply missed. I share my condolances with the Gannon family and u will be in mine and many other peoples prayers and thoughts. I wish i had the chance to meet u because so many people hav told me so many wonderful things about u but i guess i will never know u and see ur smiling face. So i leave saying R.I.P. Erin and i know u will with a smile. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~Stephanie~{~@~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ |
| Name: | Katie Kruk |
| E-mail address: | katie_kruk41@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | To the Gannon family:
I'm writing again to say that i'm very sorry for your loss. Just stay strong and remember that she faught with all her might and now she is pain free and in a better place right now. She will always watch over you and everyone else. She will always be spreading her joy and her laughter, her smile and her kindness. Erin was an insperation to evryone and even for those that did not know her they were touched by her as well. Each and everyone of us feels very sorry and feels that they are 100% with you. I as well as many others are praying for you and Erin. Erin was one of a kind and she didn't feel smypathy for herself. She would just carry on with the day. She would always have a smile on. Every person weather they knew her or not, she touched them and and their life and she also incouraged them to never give up. She taught evryone that leson. Erin is going to be teribly missed by all! I give you my love and prayers: Katie Kruk |
| Name: | Stephanie Sabourin |
| E-mail address: | gemini_steph09@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Dear Erin, I know that you can't read this right now because you've past away, but I'd still like to say a few words. I go to the same school as you did and I have to tell you that you've inspired so many people! Especially me! I have now read your whole website and all of your stories have made me belive in God even more than I did before. I hope that the 106 000$$ we've raised helps to figure out the cause of cancer. I didn't know you at all but I've heard so many good things about you that it's hard to believe that you weren't an amazing person! I love how you wrote about you're little talk with God and what you saw when you thought you were dead! That was amazing because I know that everyone has wondered at least once in their life of what heaven is actually like and if it exists. I bet that you're not feeling any pain at all, now that you're in heaven! Thank you for everything you've taught me and everyone else! You've taught us a great story that we will some day tell to our children and grand children and I believe that God has brought you in and out of this world to teach us exactly that, and you've done a great job! Everytime I pray, I'll think of you. Love always, Stephanie Sabourin |
| Name: | Tyson Hinz |
| E-mail address: | bball_playa_0013@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Dear Gannon Family,
i did not now Erin or ever have the chance to talk with her but i know that she was a very strong kind person. She was a great inspiration to all of St.Matts and she will be dearly missed. Stay Strong, you are in my prayers Tyson hinz |
| Name: | JEN |
| E-mail address: | JENNY_9898@HOTMAIL.COM |
| Comments: | I JSUT WANTED TO SAY THAT I LOVE ALL OF THE PICTURES AND MESSGES THEY REALLY TOUCHED ME. |
| Name: | Gayane |
| Comments: | RIP! i wish i had known about you sooner so that i could send u a email! But i feel and i know that u r EXTREMLY happy in heaven now! RIP and all the best to your family from me! |
| Name: | Ashley Duarte |
| Comments: | Erin you were an inspiration to all of us.
~God Only Picks the Prettiest Flowers~ I pray for you everyday, hoping that your at peace,I hope you know that you have a made a difference in my life and A LOT more. Love Always xoxo |
| Name: | Chris Reid |
| Comments: | I attended Erin's funeral today, it was so sad to see such an amazing person go, but what I think was even sadder is that I never really got to know her. For the past 2 and a half years everyone was telling me how great Erin was, and ever since then I have been looking up to her. She was my role model. Erin was the strongest person I’ve ever seen. The way she would come to school and see her friends even when she was sick, I knew I could never do that in a million years. What Erin didn't know was that she inspired me. She inspired me to be a better person. I know now to never give up even when the odds look low, because that’s what Erin did, and for that Erin, you will always be #1 in my books. Thank you Erin. I hope that you are looking out for all your family and friends in this time of sorrow, may you rest in peace. |
| Name: | Lyse & Gilles Chartrand |
| E-mail address: | lyse_chartrand@carleton.ca |
| Comments: | To the Gannon Family:
Please accept our most heartfelt condolences on the loss of your beautiful Erin. Your family has been in our thoughts and prayers for the past week. We are Karine Chartrand's parents and participated in the Bear Hug Event last Friday. We certainly felt the energy and love generated by Erin's colleagues at St. Matthew's and were proud to be able to attend. We understand what a difficult journey this has been for you all and share in your grief. We also believe that both Erin and Karine are now angels looking out for both our families. The Chartrand Family. |
| Name: | Erin |
| Comments: | Erin, you brought hope and faith to everyone around through your love and your strong outlook on life. You will be missed by all but never forgotten. You and your spirit are so much more than words can describe. You are such an inspiration and a role model to young and old. Through out your 18 short years you accomplished so much, and the world was a better place with you here. Leanna - stay strong, and to the Gannon family, my thoughts are with you everyday. ~p.u.s.h.~ |
| Name: | pam |
| E-mail address: | pamgreen577@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | erin was my peer helper this year, and she was great. she would always come into the class with a smile on, even when she was in the weel chair. she told us not to give up. Erin inspired me to get into more things and to work really hard in school. we all cared for her and miss her, but the good thing is shes not in pain anymore, shes in heaven, and she taught everyone she knew an important lesson. to never give up. Erin made it to the end of the bear hug when the final totals were in. without the bear hug and all the support from the school, she wouldnt have mde it this far and neither would we. |
| Name: | Meana |
| E-mail address: | meana_franco_2005@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Erin was always fun and loving,
Erin was always a fighter, Erin was always there for others, Erin has fought a terrible fight with cancer, Erin has lost, Erin is gone, Erin will be in our hearts forever, We will be with the Gannon family through their greiving, We will not loose the fight, We will win the battle for Erin. ~Erin Gannon~ -Loving sister -Amazing daughter -loyal friend -incredible student -beautiful angel ~~Meana Franco~~ |
| Name: | Janik Shannon |
| Comments: | Dear Gannon Family,
I didn't know your daughter but I came here to pay my respects. I am so sorry about what happened to you daughter... it's so awful, when I read it I felt so sad and told myself I could never bear the happening to someone I knew. With lots of love, Janik |
| Name: | Nadine Audette |
| E-mail address: | Nadine_97@hotmail.com |
| Name: | rinoa |
| Comments: | wow...it's so weird looking at your site...knowing your dead. it's so strange....and it's not fair. you had so much to go. sooo much to still experience.. |
| Name: | Jenna Baggs |
| E-mail address: | xox_boo85_xox@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Dear Gannon family,
I'm very saddened to hear of your loss. Erin was an amazing girl. I admired her strength and courage throughout her entire battle. Although I graduated from St Matt's in @003, I was able to get to know Erin through friends, and as well my brother Kyle. Whenever I happened to be at the school visiting old friends on a day off from college, I always saw Erin, happy and smiling...ALL the time. She was a great role model for all of us and she will be dearly missed, but forever in our hearts. Jenna Baggs |
| Name: | Mrs. Stewart's Grade 4 Class |
| E-mail address: | slrayner75@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Our Grade 4 class has visited your website, Erin. It has been an inspiration to us all. You are a role model for many young people today. You have touched the hearts of many people and we know you are a beautiful angel in heaven.
Thomas D'Arcy McGee School Grade 4 Class |
| Name: | Carole McGuire |
| E-mail address: | cmcguire@rogers.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://someday thanks to your example. |
| Comments: | What a legacy for one so young! The other night on the news I saw, and half-heard about, the gigantic bear hug. "What a neat kid!" I commented, and that was that. Reading an obituary a very young beautiful face stares out from the black and white columns and it is Erin Gannon, the neat kid. Thankfully, I am directed to this web site. I wish I had known you Erin!
Perhaps Erin's work is not finished. Perhaps people like me will come upon her writings and take hope from her thoughts and the courage she models. I have only just found her - I need time to read what she has written, enjoy the other places on the 'net that she found helpful and to just be with her. I hope that, if anyone reads this, they will tell her parents how she has touched a fellow traveller today but most of all I hope that this site can somehow remain, for as long as possible, in tact and shining. Thank you Erin and I look forward to enjoying what you so generously have shared in these pages. Carole McGuire Ottawa, Ontario. |
| Name: | Eleanor Coleman |
| E-mail address: | shady_characters@yahoo.ca |
| Comments: | The sadness of loss and the pain of grief will fade but the love and memory of your lovely young girl will grow and live with you forever.
My thoughts and love are with her and you today, tomorrow and always. E |
| Name: | Sarah-Beth |
| Comments: | Erin,
You really have affected my life and the lives of many others. So many people who have never even met you have been inspired by your story! I feel so fortunate to be able to say that I did know you. You were awesome. Thank you for living life to the fullest. xo s-b My thoughts and prayers go out to Erin's family and friends. |
| Name: | Tim |
| Comments: | Dear Erin and Family,
May the joy and peace of the resurrection be with all of you! Erin was and still is a blessing to all of us. Words can't describe it. And I am sure she is sending blessings down on us right now! All of you are in my prayers. God bless! Tim |
| Name: | The Leslie family |
| E-mail address: | lleslie000@sympatico.ca |
| Comments: | Erin,
You embraced life fully. You were an amazing individual. You were so brave and courageous and you touched the hearts of an entire community. You will be so missed. Our son Matt was so blessed to have known you. To the Gannon family may God's love tenderly soothe your grieving hearts. Wishing you comfort at this most difficult time. God bless. The Leslies |
| Name: | Holly Champagne |
| E-mail address: | adah_dove@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Dear Gannon family,
I wanted to let you know that Erin means so much to everyone!!! And because she does things should be as perfect as they can be. The poem i wrote for her is from the gut of my heart...and i realized there is a typo...This is how it should be..... Angel From the Snow ~~You were always a fighter, when others would not fight dancing in colours, rays of morning light Soft sun kisses, came from your honest eyes a smile so warm, in which gloomy days could not rise Compassion for life, led us to prayer and hope finding ways to come together, of better ways to cope Time is endless, to follow your driving lead God had a mission, and you have done his deed The flower that blooms today, is yours to hold and keep placed in your hands, where the willows no longer weep As one of Gods children, your love continues to grow you are an angel Erin, an angel that we all came to cherish and know~~ Love Holly May God Bless and Guide us all |
| Name: | Peter Dodge |
| Comments: | Erin, and family,
Erin, you have really affected the lives of so many people. It is impossible for me to really step back and see the big picture of what you have done. And I really, truly believe that the fundraiser is just beginning to scratch the surface of how you have helped others. You had a strength of character that I have never had. You were always able to hold onto your faith and your hopes, and it is so hard for so many people to do so in the face of such adversity. Not only did you continue, but you continued ahead, undaunted. I don't think that there is a person at St Matt's that hasn't been touched by your journey. And I know could you only be so, you would be here among us physically, continuing to root us on. Even still, you are with us in spirit, and in memory. Even for myself, and I only really got a glimpse of you in one of my classes, you have had a deep impact. I'll openly admit that I am a bit of a social outcast here in the school, and yet you saw beyond that and would talk to me. That fact in and of itself is one of the reasons why your memory will always live on with me. You were always so strong, even when things were down, even when you didn't get as high a mark as you wanted. You took it all in stride and really just enjoyed life. You may not have realized it Erin, but you have really become a role model for so many people at the school, and that includes myself. When I felt I had little to believe in, when I felt low, I looked to how you forged ahead in life, even with the doomsaying doctors saying you would die. You gave me something to believe in - someone to believe in. That takes a special strength of character; you were truly one in a million, and I and the entire community will miss you. It is sad that your story had to end so tragically, and I feel for your pain and the loss of you family. Yet, at the same time, I know that which breeds destruction has also bred creation; looking around I see such an outpouring of sadness and joy and rememberance. Even in your death, you have not only helped to better the community you lived in, but you have helped the community reach out within itself, as well. I am sure your family looks to your memory and you the path you took, and can take pride in it. Your memory will always remain, and I will always pray that you look down from the heavens, and bless me and the community with the strength and endurance you always had. As a final thought, I put together a couple of memorial pictures for you. I know you will see them, somehow, and I hope you like them, for that is all that matters. Perhaps my little contribution can help you relive the outdoors which you always enjoyed so much. http://www.liquidfirestudios.com/erin.png http://www.liquidfirestudios.com/Erin_woods.png - Peter Dodge |
| Name: | henry |
| E-mail address: | projecthenry@gmail.com |
| Comments: | hey erin,
i really dont know what to say but i wish i had got to know you. im very sorry for you loss but reading your journal tells me you are soo sweet and strong. you didnt really complain about anything but talk about the happy sides in life. |
| Name: | Jeremy |
| E-mail address: | biblegeekintraining@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Erin,
I have to admit, I was holding back before. Until I knelt and put my hand on your casket, you had always seemed that distant . Now I know who you are. Thank you and may you live forever... Jeremy |
| Name: | Jordon Fleck |
| E-mail address: | to_god_through_mary@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Thank you so much for everything Erin. You have been a true inspiration to me and a real blessing in my life. I will never forget you. |
| Name: | Alex Parenteau |
| E-mail address: | whatsmyaddy@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Thank you Erin, for being such an inspiration to myself and to so many others! God bless you! |
| Name: | Nancy Kay |
| E-mail address: | nanner@rogers.com |
| Comments: | Hi, I never knew Erin that well but I knew her sister and dad. Liana and I played soccer together and her dad coached us. Well one morning i guess Erin, being the talented soccer player that she was, was dragged out to help us. There was something in particular i was having troubles with and she told me not worry about it and kept me going. My heart goes out to her family and I am deeply saddened by her death. She was a great person. Her and her family will be in my prayers - Nancy |
| Name: | Connie |
| E-mail address: | conduff@sympatico.ca |
| Comments: | To Erin's Family, Thank you for sharing Erin's journey with so many people. She has touched so many of us. The life-faith lessons shared have produced graces which have had a "ripple effect". The world is a better place because of her life. Thank you. |
| Name: | Megan |
| Comments: | I never met Erin but I heard of the things she did for the community and the schoool and how she influenced so many. I know that Erin is now in heaven with God and that she's no longer in pain. Erin will continue to live on throught uears because of the impact she's made on the people around her. She has truly made skid marks on planet earth.
God looked upon his garden, and saw and empty space, and then he looked upon the earth and saw your smiling face, he put his arms around you, and lifted you to rest, God's garden must be beautiful for he only takes the best. Always loved and forever remembered! |
| Name: | Julia |
| Comments: | Erin will always be greatly missed by everyone who ever met her and even those who didn't. Her love and faith was truly an inspiration. I will never forget you Erin! You've inspired me to be a better person. I know that now you're up in Heaven smiling down on all of us! |
| Name: | Marc R. Wood |
| E-mail address: | marcrwood@rogers.com |
| Comments: | Erin,
Life here is a test. We know what we need to do. You did it well and we will see you in Heaven. God's blessings to your family. Marc <>< |
| Name: | John Shea |
| E-mail address: | johnshea_1@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Hi my name is John Shea and I am the President of the Student Council at Cairine Wilson HS. I recently heard about the St Matthew Bear hug in honour of you and I was moved by this. I would just like for you to know that the hearts of Students of Cairine Wilson go out to you, and you will be in our prayers. Your schools bear hug has inspired our school to do our own cancer fundraiser. Relay for Life takes place at the end of May and I am hoping with the money raised through our event that we'll be one step closer to beating cancer. Once again my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Yours Truly John Shea |
| Name: | Sean Ashfield |
| E-mail address: | seanothan_22@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Erin, you will always be missed. I know you're in Heaven right now smiling down on all of us. You blessed our school and our community with your high spirits and love. You will always be remembered. Say "Hi" to Ali for me.
-Sean Ashfield |
| Name: | Ashley |
| E-mail address: | gap_girl21@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Unfortunatly, I never got to meet Erin. But I'm sure I can speak for everyone when I say that her story touched all of us in many ways. She fought a battle that many people, including myself, may not have had the strengh to fight. Although I did not know Erin, I feel like everyone in our community was there fighting the battle with her. When the news of her passing away was told, I watched the mood of everyone around me change. It was like everyone had just lost not only a fellow student, but a friend. She held on for a long time, but she reached a point where she was ready to go and now she has gone on to a better place where she will be able to be happy, and one day we will all be able to be with her there. Erin, your strength has inspired all of us, and if anything, i wish you could have held on to get better. R.I.P |
| Name: | Taryn |
| Comments: | Erin was such an amazing person... the strongest person I have ever met. I believe she is in a better place because of the faith she had and the faith your whole family has. I wish the Gannon family the strenght to get through this hard time. Liana keep your head up. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. |
| Name: | Heather Martin |
| E-mail address: | sapphirestar_16@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | To Erin's family and friends:
I would like to extend my deepest condolences. Erin seemed to be a wonderful person and she will be missed! You are in my prayers. |
| Name: | Alexa Tholl |
| E-mail address: | AlexaTholl@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | I did no Erin, And i do no Lianna. I wasnt great friends with Erin but i did get a few chances to converse with her. I would like to let her family no that just because she isn't here in body dosn't mean that she isnt here in spirit.She was a Heroic person.She was such a GREAT person, she always had a smile on her face( and i bet she still does), she always tried to make people feel great.She will be enormously missed!!
LOVE ALEXA |
| Name: | Sylvia Fitzgibbon |
| E-mail address: | sylv2001@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | I never met Erin but I do know that she was a very kind person because even though she had her illness i once saw her at school having a party with the kids that she was Peer helper for. That inspired me greatly because I saw that she was still trying to live a normal life threw all her suffering and she was still helping others. Erin is now in paradise. I know that because i have great faith in the Lord that if someone goes threw that much suffering he or she is deffinitly going to go up to him. Be strong Gannon family! You know that everyone is here for you. |
| Name: | Irina Braslavskaia |
| Comments: | My condolences to the Gannon family for the loss of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you. |
| Name: | KB |
| Comments: | Erin was an amazing young woman and she'll definitely be missed.
R.I.P. |
| Name: | Nick Moran |
| E-mail address: | morann@student.ednet.ns.ca |
| Comments: | Hi my name is nick and i am very sorry to hear that Erin has died i heard from my freind meghan lagrandear in her school anyway just wanted to say im sorry to hear the bad news and hope you all get over this tough time and get on with life.
Nick |
| Name: | Mackenzie Graham |
| Homepage URL: | http://To Mr. and Mrs. Gannon |
| Comments: | I only knew Erin from school(i am in grade 8 at st.matts)and my sister knew erin very well(brittany graham) i am very sorry for your loss and i know how much erin will be missed at st. matt's
sincerly mackenzie |
| Name: | Connor Muldoon |
| E-mail address: | atticus_bass@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Erin, you were an amazing person, who brought together one community. Your life has been such an inspiration for us all, and will remain so forever. You will always be in our prayers and thoughts, and I know that you are with the good Lord right now smiling down on us all. We will never forget you Erin
Thank You for everything you have done rest in peace Connor |
| Name: | Katie Kruk |
| E-mail address: | katie_kruk41@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | You are an inspiration to all of us!!!
I know you will always be there for me!!! I will always keep you in my prayers...as well as your family!!! I will keep on fighting and never give up...just how you have done!!! I will miss you very much as I already do!!! And I will never forget you!!! Love and prayers:Katie |
| Name: | Kathy |
| E-mail address: | geiger@lawyer.com |
| Comments: | I read Erin's courageous story in the Citizen today. My prayers are with her family and friends. She has touched so many lives - including mine, now, and I thank her for that. |
| Name: | Stephanie D |
| E-mail address: | helokittyobsessed@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | I just want to say again that Erin Gannon is a great person. I wish i could have met her but unfortunately i didn't. I know Erin won't be reading this down on earth but i do hope she will know what i want to say here is from my heart and that she sees it from heaven. Erin you were a great inspiration not only for our lives but for many who are inflicted by cancer and you kept us going out in the cold on that bear hug day. I wish you are enjoying heaven on your sunst beah just as you said in your story. Although you are out of suffereing and are in paradise i will still pray for you and your family. God Bless! |
| Name: | Peter Abercrombie & Family |
| E-mail address: | abercrp@tc.gc.ca |
| Comments: | Erin, we are so sorry your time with us was so short. We know you will always be near to our hearts. May God Bless You.
To the Gannon family, our deepest sympathies and all of our love. |
| Name: | RYAN FAMILY |
| E-mail address: | C.PIZZO@TELESAT.CA |
| Comments: | Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gannon family. Our sincerest condolences for the loss of your loved one. Erin is definitely at a better place where there is no pain, no hurt but only love.
Ryan Family |
| Name: | Shauna Chartrand |
| E-mail address: | shauna_chartrand@hc-sc.gc.ca |
| Comments: | My condolences to Erin’s family and friends. Having recently lost my sister (in-law), Karine (23), to cancer I realize that there is nothing that can be said to take away the pain and sorrow during this difficult time. Just know that each day really does get better with time so stay strong. She is not alone and more importantly, not in pain. I have attached a poem (Karine loved it), which was included in Karine's “Celebration of Life”.
I'M FREE Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free I'm following the path God laid for me. I took His hand when I heard him call; I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way; I found that place at the close of day. If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared a laugh, a kiss; Ah yes, these things, I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life's been full, I savoured much; Good friends, good times, a loved ones touch. Perhaps my time seems all to brief; Don't lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me, God wanted me now, from pain I’m free. |
| Name: | Mark Couturier |
| E-mail address: | markcouturier@lycos.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.geocities.com/habsrules/home.html |
| Comments: | God Bless your soul! Thanks for sharing your story with us. The Bear Hug was a blast!
Mark Couturier Teacher Lester B. Pearson Catholic High School |
| Name: | The ring Family |
| E-mail address: | larryring@rogers.com |
| Comments: | Chris and family,
I would like to pass on condolences from the Ring Family ( Scott, Kyle, Kellie, Sue and Larry)concerning the passing of your beautiful daughter. Our family has become good friends over the last couple of years with the Meuse family ( Uncle Jim)as my daughter plays soccer with Erin's cousin Monica.We have been kept apprised of Erin's situation through Jim Meuse and although it is a sad day when a young person leaves our world , it has been nothing short of amazing how Erin has touched so many lives. Her spirit will live forever ! My sons are Grade 7 students at St. Matt's and were part of the Bear Hug Cancer Fund Raiser which took place on April 23. They were inspired by Erin and will always remember her !! Be strong and be proud ! |
| Name: | rebs |
| Comments: | you are in a better place now, sweety.
to your friends and family, my condolences. rest in peace. |
| Name: | The Barone Family |
| E-mail address: | carolyn.barone@sympatico.ca |
| Comments: | In a life so short, to be able to accomplish so much in the way you have touched and influenced the lives of an entire community - that is truly a gift. Our thoughts and prayers for the Gannon family for their loss. |
| Name: | Eric Lunn |
| E-mail address: | eric.lunn@sympatico.ca |
| Comments: | I'm Liam Gallagher's father and I have been touched by your struggle. |
| Name: | Ryan Family |
| E-mail address: | c.pizzo@telesat.ca |
| Comments: | With our condolences to the Gannon family for the loss of a loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great sadness. |
| Name: | Jeremy |
| E-mail address: | jatkinson@storm.ca |
| Comments: | My deepest sympathies to the Gannon family... Pat, you hang in there bro, Ok... and Clare, be strong for lianna's sake!
The man who follows Jesus All the days of his life Who picks up his cross and walks with his God A glorious inheritance awaits him at the end When he will know and see his true father and the pearl of great price is in is grasp So as for me I will press on in running the race with my eyes fixed on Jesus who inspires and perfects my faith I will fight the good fight with all my heart and soul 'til the day that I'm with Jesus the day I'm finally home the day that I have won the crown He will approach the throne of heaven with Jesus at his side the father will rise and say welcome home you're a good and faithful servant come in and take your reward the battle's done now come and take your rest So as for me I will press on in running the race with my eyes fixed on Jesus who inspires and perfects my faith I will fight the good fight with all my heart and soul 'til the day that I'm with Jesus the day I'm finally home the day that I have won the crown The heavens will resound with the thunder of praise the angels and saints will shout for joy and the Father will dance for his son has come home another warrior returned from the fight another victory for the lamb of God So as for me I will press on in running the race with my eyes fixed on Jesus who inspires and perfects my faith I will fight the good fight with all my heart and soul 'til the day that I'm with Jesus the day I'm finally home the day that I have won the crown This song has been coursing through my mind these last 3 days. I pray that it brings you comfort and reminds you that Erin is in a much better place now, although her memory will live forever on this Earth. God Bless Jeremy |
| Name: | Jason & Peter Lui |
| Comments: | Our condolences to the Gannon family.
Although we did not know Erin personally, we know soccer is her game. Now that your are with our LORD, "PLAY ON". You are free to play but don't forget to pick up the whistle when there is a chance. You will be remembered. Yours in Soccer Hornets Referee-In-Chief |
| Name: | Erin T |
| Comments: | I did not know Erin, but I read about her life and death in the Ottawa Sun. This then moved me to take a look at her website. What an amazing girl. We all could learn a lot from her. To the family, my deepest sympathy is with you at this time. To Erin-RIP.
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| Name: | Marie-Andree Parent |
| E-mail address: | mafparent@aol.com |
| Comments: | Hi,
I read about Erin's courage and faith in today's Citizen. I am 57 years old and have 2 sisters (48 & 53) who have cancer (breast spreading to bones). I wish my sisters had Erin's faith. I pray that they, like Erin, get to know the Lord personally. It would help them so much. To Erin's parents: May God grant you the serenity to continue your pilgrimmage without Erin. Your sister in Christ! Marie-Andree Parent |
| Name: | Catherine Jerry |
| E-mail address: | flieger@istar.ca |
| Comments: | Just a short poem I have written for a person who has inspired my children, both attend St. Matts, and who has given me even deeper faith.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all Path The path that you must follow, though not always smooth. Is scattered with the tiny pebbles, of those that hold you dear. In memory of Erin Gannon April 26, 2004 |
| Name: | Linda Vien |
| E-mail address: | viene178@rogers.com |
| Comments: | I recently signed your guestbook and I did not know that you were gone to be with Jesus. What a graduation!! A place where there is no pain,tears or anguish. I sincerely feel for your family though, with your loss to them. If they have the same faith as you they know you are in wonderful hands with your creator and look forward to joining you one day. Love from a fellow Christian, Linda |
| Name: | Linda Vien |
| E-mail address: | viene178@rogers.com |
| Comments: | I am really glad that you have faith in God. My mom recently died of breast cancer that spread everywhere within one year. She was an awesome Christian too. She knew where she was going when she died. Faith helps you deal as it did her. |
| Name: | Miranda |
| Comments: | Erin, I would like to thank you for your testimony throughout everything you did. It was truly an inspiration and even though I didn't know you, I feel touched by what you went through and I thank you for making my faith in God stronger. May you be remembered in everyone's hearts and minds forever. God Bless you and Keep you. |
| Name: | Madeleine |
| E-mail address: | tepenga1@aol.com |
| Comments: | Erin, I read of your life and death in The Ottawa Citizen today. You were, indeed, a very special person, as you seemed to always remain cheerful. You shared your life with all who knew you, and they were very fortunate people. You are now on the final journey....I'm sure it will be one well worth taking, for at the end you will meet with your Creator who will enfold you in His arms.
To Erin's family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. God lent you one of His children for a time....you did well by her and now she has returned to her Heavenly Father. Madeleine |
| Name: | Jen Greene |
| E-mail address: | shawnandjen@rogers.com |
| Comments: | From one Gloucester Hornets soccer family to another, please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your daughter. We can only hope that you find comfort in your family, friends and faith.
Jen Greene, Shawn Goudie, Owen and Faith Goudie |
| Name: | Kathleen & Doug Hayes |
| E-mail address: | dkmshayes@rogers.com |
| Comments: | I didn’t know Erin at all, but my husband and myself would like to send our sincere condolences to the parents and siblings of Erin. We prayed for her in our chapel at St. Margaret Mary’s chapel in Cumberland, where her photo was displayed. I was really saddened at the death of such a lovely young woman and can only imagine the pain of losing a child. God bless you all through this tough time.
Kathleen & Doug Hayes |
| Name: | Laura |
| Comments: | I learned of Erin's death at the Cumbrae studios this week. All of us - even those who did not know Erin well - are deeply saddened by this loss and wish to offer our deepest sympathies to the Gannon family and friends. Erin was a delightful presence to have among us, and she will be sadly missed. |
| Name: | John P. Schmied |
| E-mail address: | john.schmied@tdsb.on.ca |
| Comments: | My condolences to everyone who knew or was touched by Erin.
Dealing with the death of loved ones is always difficult, no matter that they may have passed to a higher and better place, were relieved of suffering or after having lived a long and happy life. That death is a fact of life provides only partial compensation for the loss of companionship we as humans feel. May you grieve peaceably and briefly, and forever recall the joy and love that Erin brought to your lives. John |
| Name: | Dureen Coade |
| E-mail address: | d_coade@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | Dear Erin,
May the Lord say to you when you get to the Heavenly gates, "Erin, your sins are forgiven, you have loved much, welcome into My Kingdom." God's love, Dureen Coade |
| Name: | Tony Ashfield |
| E-mail address: | ashfielda@isaf-hq.nato.int |
| Comments: | To the Gannon Family - Mary, Chris, Liana, Pat and Shawn,
Greatly saddened by the news and send most sincere sympathies to all of you. In reading messages in Erin's Dreambook, many speak of how she embraced life and God and led by example. She undoubtedly found her example in you, and we now have all been blessed by her message. As a Family, you have been a shinning example to the parrish and community. Erin, From up above in Heaven where God's mercy and splendor now fill your heart, you no doubt can witness the human and spiritual legacy that you have imprinted upon friends and family. You have blessed us all with your gift of hope, courage, and above all, faith. Heaven is surely a better place - for you are it's newest Angel. My prayers are with you, Tony, Kabul, Afghanistan. |
| Name: | kt and roger bertrand |
| E-mail address: | ktalbga@aol.com |
| Comments: | Roger's neice, Shereen, sent us this link with the news that your young daughter has died after a fight with cancer. I am saddened by your loss, but I am thankful to have been invited to her website. She was a beautiful girl and I know the world is a better place having had her in it, if just for a little while.If you keep all of her dreams in mind as you live the rest of your lives,I think she would be happy.
kt and roger bertrand...SW Georgia, USA |
| Name: | Marc La Haye & Family |
| Comments: | To the Gannon Family, we offer you our deepest sympathies on this saddest of occasions.
Our thoughts are with you in the hopes that you will soon find the strength to overcome your untimely and senseless loss. Reading a number of excerpts from her web site, it is apparent that she has and will continue to encouragingly inspire many others in their fight with this menacing illness. Having meet and spoken to Erin on only on a few occasions, most of which on the soccer pitch, I will especially remember her for her excellent demeanor, courage and determination. |
| Name: | Alexandra Bolton |
| E-mail address: | rockbolton@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | I did not know Erin personally, but I heard so much about her through my cousin Theresa, who was one of Erin's best friends. Through all of Theresa's stories, I heard about this funny, brave amazing girl who seemed to have such a love of life, and she definitley knew how to live it. The pictures on this website speak volumes about the person she was - easygoing with a beautiful smile. I especially like the picture of her and her friend Ciara, when they were on the cruise, looking confused beside a sign that read "Please do not put feet on wall". That was awesome!
Lots of love to Erin's family and friends. Erin, I hope you are in a happy, peaceful place. |
| Name: | Dale Corley |
| E-mail address: | corley_dale@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Erin, I know you are with us all right now, *out of sight but never out of mind* you have been an inspiration to all of us, even those who didn't know you. I read your guestbook entries and you have touched so many people in so many ways. ways which you may never understand. you have taught us all a very special lesson. Thank you so much for that. We are all very blessed to have had your company and companionship. We all have lost a friend, but heaven gained an Angel. |
| Name: | L |
| Comments: | I'm so sorry. RIP. |
| Name: | Jenna Yantha |
| Comments: | Hi,
Well I wrote a message earlier but I don't know if it was received. Erin was a great girl and many ways. She will be in my heart anyways. One of my friends Chantelle wanted me to give you her condolescences as well. I will always love your Erin. She made my life very interesting. She is in heaven right now looking over us all. We love you Erin and always will. |
| Name: | Lindsay Hercus-Cahill |
| E-mail address: | canterbury_vocal@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Erin was a very special girl who touched a lot of people. I danced with her from the time we were 4 years old, and she always brought energy and enthusiasm to her dancing. When she was accepted to the National Ballet School, everyone was so proud of her, because she deserved that honour more than anyone else. I know that giving up dancing was one of the hardest things she ever had to do, but she got the strength she needed from God. Everyone will always remember her for the wonderful spirit and love of life she had. She will never be forgotten!
God Bless you Erin! |
| Name: | Firma & Wayne French |
| E-mail address: | firma1@sosdigital.ca |
| Comments: | Our prayers have been with your family ever since we received the news that Erin was soon to pass on. Can
you imagine how she felt as God held her in His arms. She was, from what we have heard, a beautiful example of God's love to you, your family, the world around her and God Himself. You may not be able to see her as a body, but you will feel her presence. Our thoughts are with you. |
| Name: | Becky |
| E-mail address: | becky091877@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Dear Erin,
You do not know me, but I found your Livejournal through a link from another friend. You were a brave young woman, and from your pictures, I can tell you touch many lives. Rest in peace. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "Do not stand at my grave and weep; I am not there. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush; I am the swift uplifting rush; Of quite birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry: I am not there. I did not die." (anon) |
| Name: | Jess |
| Comments: | Erin, you were an inspiration to everyone around you. One of the strongest people i know..you had an amazing outlook on life, always having a smile on your face! Your one of a kind! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...Your always in our hearts. |
| Name: | Erin P. |
| Comments: | This is all so very surreal. I pray you are at peace.
Erin P. |
| Name: | Amanda |
| Comments: | I did not know Erin in real life, but came across her journal through a cancer support group. She was a truly amazing, inspirational girl, and my heart and deepest sympathies go out to the Gannon family. She will always be beautiful and now she can dance in heaven. |
| Name: | Marshall Addis |
| E-mail address: | titanium_bones@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Hi, you never knew me but I heard about what happened to you from some of your friends, I know your never gonna get to read this. But I was looking at your site and I find that your a very smart girl and you had alot to live for!, I'm sorry that our Lord had to take you at such an early age........you will always be remembered, you have great friends |
| Name: | Ruth Rennicks White |
| E-mail address: | white7075@rogers.com |
| Comments: | Mary and family, I cannot say in words what a honour and privilege it has been to watch Erin walk thru this journey. Your family and Erin are an inspiration to many and yet we are all so very sadden by the loss of a beautiful, young, courageous girl. God is truly blessed to have Erin in his presence. May God's strength carry you through the next steps that you take as a family.
Ruth |
| Name: | laurie |
| E-mail address: | raggaza69@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | What is this mystery that men call death?
Our Friend before us lies, In all save breath She seems the same as yesterday. Her face so like to live, so calm, bears not a trace of that great change which all of us so dread, I gaze on her and say: she is not dead but sleeps, and soon she will arise and take us by the hand.I know she will awake and smile on us as she did yesterday, and she will have some gentle words to say, some kindly deed to do, for loving thought She is not dead. such souls forever live in boundless measure of the love they give Laurie c. ( My prayers are with the gannon family as they live through these hard times of morning)*~WE HAVE LOST A FREIND SISTER DAUGHTER GRAND DAUGHTER....BUT WE HAVE GAINED AN ANGEL~* |
| Name: | Chantal Carriere |
| Comments: | Dear Gannon family,
I am obviously only one of the countless people who was deeply saddened to hear the news of Erin's passing. She was remarkably kind, bright, strong, talented, courageous and truly a beautiful person, both inside and out. She has, and continues to be, an inspiration to us all... she has touched so many hearts. Among her overwhelming qualities, Erin was also blessed with a wonderful family. Mr. and Mrs. Gannon, my sincere sympathies. Liana, the girls and I are thinking of you. Much love, Chantal |
| Name: | Marie-Eve |
| E-mail address: | amuse_toi123@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | I did not know Erin very well, but we did have Philosophy class together for a short time last semester. What I remember most about her was the obvious strength and love for life she expressed in the way she interacted with the people around her and how much she cared about her friends, and how much they cared about her in return. She always had a smile on her face and laughed out loud even though some days I know it must have been the hardest thing to do, to keep her head up high above the obstacle that stood in her way. I know that she is at peace at last & craddled in the arms of God. I truly admire her everlasting courage and strength. She will be missed by so many. My condolences to her family and friends.
~Marie-Eve |
| Name: | Krystal |
| E-mail address: | krys_albert@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | I danced with Erin a few years back and she was such a kind person and a talented dancer. My prayers are with her family.Stay strong. |
| Name: | Katie |
| Comments: | My deepest sympathy goes out to all of your family. I never knew Erin, but I've heard about her, through the bear hug and now after reading and enjoying her incredible website. I'm glad she had a beautiful smiling face in every single picture. She seemed to be a very inpirational girl. I've had many loses in my family to cancer and I know what it's like to lose a loved one. My prayers are with you. Erin you'll be missed. Soar with the angels. -Katie |
| Name: | Angelo Baptista & Family |
| E-mail address: | abaptista1087&rogers.com |
| Comments: | We simply wish to convey our deepest sympathy to the Gannon family. |
| Name: | Brenna Dufour |
| Comments: | Dear Gannon Family,
Though I only had the pleasure to meet Erin this year, her life has touched mine in a way that words can't explain. To think of Erin and her battle inspires me. She has and will always be remebered as someone who kept faith and believed in times of despair. Her life, though short lived, as done so much good and will continue to do good for years to come. " Death is more universal than life; everyone dies but not everyone lives." Erin lived. I find peace in that. I believe that God only gives us what we can handle. He knew Erin was strong and would follow his path. Now she has entered his kingdom and will live forever. My thougths and prayers are with you. With love Brenna Dufour |
| Name: | Juliana Siok |
| E-mail address: | julzzrulz_bubbles@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | You were and inspiration to everyone who had ever heard of you, let alone met you! My prayers are with you and your family. You'll be missed by many. It's calming to know that you are in a better place, surrounded by God's angel. I love you babe! In Christ,
~Julzz<>< |
| Name: | Judy Stone |
| E-mail address: | pjstone@rogers.com |
| Name: | Peter McGregor |
| E-mail address: | mc_pete67@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | To the Gannon family: my thoughts and prayers are with you - with my deepest sympathy, thank you for the light your daughter had within her soul. It will never go out. I posted the following on my LiveJournal the day Erin died.
Sometime this afternoon, after a long, tireless struggle with cancer, Erin Gannon passed away. I didn't know Erin very well but I'll reflect on what I DO know about her and then some thoughts on life and death. Bear with me. Erin rocked my socks. I think her most "you rock" moment was when I first heard she had cancer. When everyone first heard she had cancer. People would say things to console her and stuff but she kept a brave face through the whole thing. She acted as if it was nothing and that she would get through it no matter what. Staring down at that brave face while she sat at the cafeteria table you could see the fear in her eyes as to what she was about to undertake, but the smile forced you to disbelieve the eyes and believe with her. My second moment was at Leadership Camp. I was senior leader and Loran, SB, myself and all the leaders were very concentrated to make sure she had a great time. This was shortly after she recieved word she had the disease. She fit in without a hitch and after it all, she knew she was a fighter and she knew she could battle anything. With that came the introduction of the P.U.S.H. bracelets. (Pray Until Something Happens)... the school raised tons and tons of money for cancer research and the Candlelighters. The school prayed, the communtity prayed, the little old ladies in church prayed. We all tried our hardest to make sure Erin might have a chance at pulling through. The light: news that Erin's cancer is in remission. Then came the play. "A Midsummer Night's Dream"... I remember being Puck and sitting in my little trap door box whose lid I forgot to shut. Erin would look down at me in the hole while she danced and wink at me. Way to concentrate on your performance. HAHA - I'm kidding girl, you know I love you. You danced your ass off... we had faith. Then I graduated and I only recieved updates on Erin from my friends who were fairly close to her. Updates that her condition was getting worse and that her cancer had returned. Then came news of the St Matt's bear hug for cancer research. They raised over $60,000 for Candlelighters Kids with Cancer and for cancer research beating the old Ontario High School record for money raised and a Guiness Book record for the world's largest Bear Hug. Then last night, driving home from dropping off Jess R. with Kim, Kim C. told me that Erin was told she had 3 or 4 days to live. And today she died. Accomplishments are good no matter what they are. They make you feel good, they make others feel good and above all, they boost the energy you have and those around you. But what if your greatest accomplishment was your dying and your death. Now now, before people get mad at me, read on... Erin, like Ali and other kids with cancer, accomplished the most in their dying and death. They forced the community to come together, not to mourn, but to celebrate and for a good cause. If these kids weren't sacrificing their lives, would our community have raised over $60,000 for Candlelighters? No. If these kids weren't dying, would we have the Ali-a-Thon BBQ, dunk tank, pie throwing, etc etc to raise money for cancer? No. How is it that something so tragic as cancer and death can really bring out the best in people? How is it that one fragle, little girl in a wheelchair can be the motivation behind an annual BBQ? How is it that another fragile little girl can pull a community together for one HUGE hug? The bigger question is: How do these little girls keep smiling and laughing through the whole process as if nothing is wrong? They're brave, that's why. They know they are accomplishing more than they could ever imagine. In their death, a community mourns and lives. In their death, a community can love. In their death, people are helped. Erin: you accomplished the most by giving the biggest sacrifice. Ali: you gave the world while giving your life. For this girls, you will never be forgotten. |
| Name: | Kim.S |
| Comments: | Erin,
You were and still are a truely amazing person! Through your strengh and courage you have tought me more then you could possibly imagine and not only about life but also about myself. I will never forget you or all the memories we've shared. You shall always be remebered by all due to your incredible personality. I will miss you so much!!!!! I'll see you in heaven (I know your there!!!). LOVE YOU! Rest in peace. Your friend (now and forever), xoxoxox Kim.S xoxoxox |
| Name: | Catherine |
| Comments: | Erin, you lived life to the fullest and you will always be an inspiration to others. Though I never knew you personnally, I have heard many wonderful things about you from students and teachers that knew you. In your 18 years, you have done things that some people will never have the opportunity to experience in their lives. I am sad that you are gone, but I know now that you are out of your pain now with God in heaven.
God bless your family, especially during this hard time. |
| Name: | Katie McGregor |
| Comments: | Erin was and still is a true inspiration to us all. Her strength, compassion, smile, positive attitude and courage will never be forgotten. Erin's legacy will be remembered forever.
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal." May God be with the Gannon Family in their time of sorrow. With heartfelt sympathy, Katie McGregor |
| Name: | Song lyrics |
| Comments: | Through the wind and the rain,
She stands hard as a stone, In a world that she can't rise above, But her dreams give her wings, And she flies to a place where she's loved, Concrete angel. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ And I'd give up forever to touch you 'Cause I know that you feel me somehow You're the closest to heaven that I'll ever be And I don't want to go home right now And all I can taste is this moment And all I can breathe is your life 'Cause sooner or later it's over I just don't want to miss you tonight ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Little darling, it's been a long cold lonely winter Little darling, it feels like years since it's been here Here comes the sun, here comes the sun and I say it's all right Little darling, the smiles returning to their faces Little darling, it seems like years since it's been here Here comes the sun, here comes the sun and I say it's all right Little darling, I feel that ice is slowly melting Little darling, it seems like years since it's been clear Here comes the sun and it's all right |
| Name: | J |
| Comments: | Erin, you were always there to cheer everyone up when they were down. Being group at Net retreats helped me to know you better and your courage and strength is truly admirable. PUSH. You will always be in my prayers.
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| Name: | Elizabeth Sanford |
| Comments: | I think that you were definatly a survivor, even though you passed away, you are still in are hearts and also in a better place now. All the pain you have been through is gone and I'm so sad. Two days ago I got my Hep. B shot and my arm still hurts. I can't imagine what you went through. I made you a bear and wrote a special peom (that rhymes) just for you. I'm so sorry.
God Bless You Erin. |
| Name: | Heather Simpson |
| Comments: | I only really met Erin once, but I would see her at Mass and she was always in our prayers. Her death is being felt by the entire parish, and she and her family are in my prayers. May she rest in peace. |
| Name: | Eric Montgrain |
| E-mail address: | lsme.montgrain@rogers.com |
| Comments: | Although I didn't know Erin, based on things people have said about her she must have been a very special person. It is such a shame that someone so young and someone who has accomplished so much in her short life has passed away. But I know that she is no longer suffering, now in the kingdom of God and craddled in the Lord's arms. |
| Name: | Alex |
| E-mail address: | alexredmond@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Dear Gannon family,
I personaly did not know Erin, but I also go to St. Matts and have heard so many amazing stories about her, from staff and her friends. Her life has really taught me and thousands, to never give up, she took one for the team in the best way possible. I am very sorry for your loss, even if we didnt know her she will be sorrowly missed because of the inspiration and hope she gave us <:( |