Kathleen Ellen GORDON

BEAUCHAMP, Kathleen Ellen. Gentle, generous, funny, vibrant and caring Kay (Gran!) will be greatly missed by many friends, neighbours and her family; Jane, David & Sylvia, grandchildren Chris & Alex, god-daughter Joanne as well as Sue & Marcel, Carmen, Madeleine, Edie & Jim, nieces & nephews and numerous cousins. All will always have fond memories of the many gatherings hosted by Kay & Paul in the beloved home built by Paul & his many assistants. Friends and relations in England, Australia and across Canada will cherish memories of childhood and visits, as well as the many letters and cards sent by a faithful and fascinating correspondent. We will all celebrate the life of a cheerful and courageous woman who provided inspiration and support to us all. A memorial service will be held on Saturday October 27, 2007 at 11 a.m. at St Andrew's United Church, Chateauguay. The family wishes to thank the staff of Centre Hospitalier Anna-Laberge Medical-1est as well as all Kay's physicians for their excellent care, professionalism, dedication and kindness. Donations, in lieu of flowers, can be made to Montreal Children's Hospital Foundation, St. Andrews, La Maison Au Diapason, a new palliative care centre, being constructed in Bromont or a charity of your choice. Kathleen Ellen Gordon Beauchamp passed away peacefully October 4, 2007 at the age of eighty-eight from the complications of a stroke. She was pre-deceased by Paul Rudolphe Beauchamp, her husband of 59 years in 2003. Published in the Montreal Gazette on 10/20/2007