Obituary
Our world has lost a bit of its lustre, but the next has gained a beautiful bright star. It is with heavy hearts the family of Suzanne “Sue” Joan Marie Thorne-Buckley, loving wife of William “Bill” Buckley announces her passing at Bobby’s Hospice on February 1st, 2021, after a fierce fight with GBM: a truly vicious beast.
Born in Corner Brook, NL November 10, 1958, she is the daughter of Faith (Kennedy) Thorne and the late Arthur Thorne.
In addition to her devoted husband Bill, she is survived by her adoring daughter Jennifer Greene (Mike Meier); stepchildren Catherine, Will, and Alex Buckley; cherished grandchildren Rhys, Brooks and Maddox Meier; sisters Denise Henry and Jane Thorne; many cousins, nieces, and nephews; and an abundance of friends.
Sue was born happy; her childhood was filled with fun and adventure. She was a tomboy often found tinkering with her “Dowdy”, or helping out on the neighbour’s farm. People were drawn to her and her smile. Anyone who met her was instantly a friend. As she grew, the number of hearts she touched somehow outnumbered the pairs of shoes she accumulated.
Sue was a devoted mother, wife, sister, and friend; but there was no role she loved more than “Neena”. She treasured her grandchildren, embracing every moment with them. She always had a cheerful disposition and always made those around her feel their entire selves light up in a smile. She made friends everywhere she went, whether during her travels, at Rockwood Park, with customers and co-workers at the office, or even on her quick (almost daily) run to the grocery store….she seemed to break up her errands so she had a reason to get out amongst people, thriving on the energy of community.
The past decade of her life was overflowing with adventure and pure joy. She and Bill (“Bampy” to their grandchildren) were always living life to its fullest. Often outdoors, golfing, skiing, and hiking – even deep into the woods and sometimes getting lost, but never feeling lost as long as they were with each other. She loved travelling near and far, and was truly one to enjoy the journey, not simply the destination.
Her home was always where the get-togethers happened, planned and unplanned. Somehow she could throw together a delicious meal in no time, whether it be for 5 people or 15. She always hosted the birthday parties and made the most delicious cakes as she was a fantastic baker, which she had infinite patience for. Although, she was not necessarily patient in general: there was just too much to do and explore. Always on the go, when she set her mind to a task, her hands were magic. This patience was expressed in her sewing, as she was a beautifully talented seamstress. She could sew anything from beautiful grad dresses to Halloween costumes.
Her generosity was surpassed only by her thoughtfulness. She had a knack for giving the best gifts and always knowing what would make you feel special. She continued to mail her daughter care packages until she returned home from studying away in her late 20’s, and then never visited her grandboys without a little something thoughtful, even when they lived but 12 minutes away.
Sue absolutely came alive when music was playing, especially live performances. She was the mom who spent hours on the phone hitting redial for concert tickets for her daughter and her friends, then taking them on road trips, having as much fun as the kids… or possible even more, as she took such pleasure in theirs. When her daughter was young, Sue’s basement was everyone’s basement, and her car was anyone’s ride home.
The void left by Sue can never be filled; however, if we all try to do one extra act of kindness each day, perhaps we can come close to filling it.
Arrangements are under the care of Fundy Funeral Home, Saint John (646-2424).
There will be no visitation, but an intimate celebration of life will be held Sunday February 7th, 2021 at 2 p.m. for invited guests only. Her service will be live streamed here at www.oneroomstreaming.com/view/authorise.php?k=161247539099168.
Sue’s family has made a donation to Bobby’s Hospice in her honour – to express their limitless gratitude for the care and love they showed Sue, her family, and her friends. In lieu of flowers, for those who would like to make a donation in Sue’s memory, please support the research to destroy glioblastoma with the Gord Downie Fund for Brain Cancer Research online at donate.sunnybrook.ca/gord.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Suzanne Joan Marie Thorne-Buckley November 10 1958 February 1 2021 (age 62)..
Death notice for the town of: Saint-John, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick