Mary-Anne Cracknell
Died: April 12, 2006 | Place: London Health Sciences Centre - University Hospital
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CRACKNELL:
At London Health Sciences Centre, University Campus on Wednesday, April 12th 2006 Mary-Anne (McKenzie) Cracknell of London in her 68th year. Loving wife of Reverend Lloyd G. Cracknell. Dear mother of Gregory Cracknell and his fiancee Sheilagh McDonald of Woodstock and Mary Cracknell of London. Special grandmother of Jamie-Lee Cracknell Bosenberry. Dear sister-in-law of Arthur and Lenore Cracknell of Thamesville, and Phyllis Cracknell of Sarnia. Also survived by Jamie-Lee’s father Brian Bosenberry, her brother Brent and her sister Stacey Bosenberry; her many nieces and nephews, a host of friends and colleagues. Predeceased by her brother Fraser McKenzie, a missionary who died in Africa in 1977. Mary-Anne was a kindergarten teacher for 26 years at Northdale, Byron Northview and Knollwood Park Public Schools. She was a friend to all, who loved life, devoting her talents to improving the quality of life for countless students, fellow teachers, church members and neighbours. Her baking skills will be remembered by many who received a pie or cookies at both happy and sad times. The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 7-9pm Sunday and Monday at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London ON. Funeral Service will be conducted at St. James Westminster Anglican Church, 115 Askin Street (near Wortley Road) London ON on Tuesday, April 18th at 11am with Archdeacon Ken Anderson and Right Reverend Bruce Howe officiating. Cremation with interment of cremated remains in Mayhew-Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Thamesville. As an expression of sympathy memorial donations may be made to the C.N.I.B. London Chapter, 749 Baseline Road East, London ON N6C 2R6 or the charity of your choice. (On line condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca)
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My heartfelt condolences on the passing of Mary-Anne.
Always a friendly, caring person, I’m certain she touched the hearts of anyone who knew her and will be greatly missed.
May God comfort those she has left behind. My thoughts
and sympathy are with you at this time.
We were very sorry to hear the sad news about Mary-Anne.
Although we only met Mary-Anne, Loyd and Jamie-Lee once with Greg and Shielagh they were an extremely nice family and we were glad we had the opportunity to meet Mary-Anne. Our thoughts are with you.
Love
Doreen and Les.
We were very sorry to hear of the home-going of Mrs. Cracknell. Her Mother babysat my Mother (Beth Wood Carleton) in Winnepeg many years ago. Mrs. McKenzie spoke often of Mary-Anne’s wonderful spirit and care for her students. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Greg, Sheilagh and Family,
Sincere sympathies on the passing of your beloved Mother. Our thougths and prayers are with you at this time.
Gerald & Sherri
Melissa Schweitzer
Mary-Anne was always a joy to be around and even though I hadnt seen her for many years , I would think of her fondly when reflecting back to earlier family gatherings.
She always made one feel welcome and worthy.
We will miss her.
Barry (re Fred)
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Mary-Anne. She was always such a lively and friendly person. We will remember her as a wonderful lady. Sincerly Ken and Kathy West.
We are so sorry to hear of Mary-Anne Passing We loved serving the both of you. Mary-Anne always was a joy to talk to in the store or in our smoking corner. Lloyd we will look after you with the most upmost care , hope to see you real soon. Melonie Customer Service Manager and Anne Produce Mgr,
I am very sad to hear of Mrs Cracknells’ passing. She was far more than just my teacher, she was a friend and meant a lot to my family. She was a Christmas Angel and my birthday buddy. I think of her often, and I will miss her.
On my last trip home I had a wonderful visit with her and was able to introduce her to my husband, which meant so much to me.
I will not be able to attend the service but instead I will go to Kelseys’ for lunch.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Rev. Cracknell.
Love Alicia
Dear Greg and Family;
There are no perfect words to give during this time, but please know that we are all with you and are praying for you and your family. Our faith teaches us that it does not just end here, and we will be reunited with our loved ones and also be embaraced by the love of CHRIST.
Our love with all of you again
Marika and Family
Mrs Cracknell was my kindergarten teacher years and years ago at Knollwood Park P.S . I have been a nurse at Parkwood Hosp for the last 15 years and I would see her bringing in food for a patient that was a member of her church. I was amazed that she remembered me ( im now 46) and she was so happy that I was doing well at work and in my family life. I know how much that patient looked forward to her coming up with her wonderful home cooked meals. I really believe that everything you need to learn you learn in kindergarten and I feel that everything she taught me I have carried with me all these years. Kindness ,compassion ,caring for one and other, these are the important things she taught me. I am truly sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathy,
Heather Clarke
Dear Greg, Sheilagh and family,
Although we were never able to meet your mother/grandmother, we were able to read the wonderful things that people had written about her and realize what pleasure we have missed out on. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dear Greg and Sheilagh,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I know how hard it is to lose your mother and there are no words that I can say to ease your pain, other than I will be thinking of all of you and I love you and wish I was there to help you through this sad time.
Dear Lloyd.
We shall miss sitting across from Mary-Anne at Church. She was so special and had such a warm sparkle. We are thinking of you in your sorrow and may the love of family and friends comfort you.
Marg and Keith
Mrs. Cracknell was my Kindergarten Teacher at Knollwood, and through the many years she has always held a special place in my heart. No matter how many years went by when you met her she remembered who you were and made you feel so special. Her kindness and beautiful soul will be so missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Our sincere sympathy at the loss of Mary Ann, all three of our children had her as their teacher at Knollwood Park School, she was a friend to all especially her special way with children. Ross and I had met her many times in stores or on the street and she always had time to stop and talk she will truly be miss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
My sincere condolences to you, Lloyd on the passing of your beloved Mary-Anne. It is never easy to say the crrect ‘things’, but with you strength of faith it may be easier for you than most.
God bless you in your exteme loss.
Bob Stuart
Dear Father Cracknell and family:
Your wife, Mary-Anne is someone that I will always remember very fondly. Her smile lit up a room and I always looked very forward to going to Sunday school to hear her sing and lead us during our song time. She was very kind and spirited. She was a large part of our lives, during our childhood growing up at St.Jude’s. I remember her always looking so nice every Sunday and saying good bye after each service with the biggest smile.
I am sorry to hear about her passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Lawrence (now Maloney)
We were saddened to read the news of Mary-Anne’s passing. Our memories of her are fond as we remember the times we saw her smiling face at St. Judes church . Our deepest condolences to Father Cracknell and all of your many loved ones at this difficult time.
Father Cracknell and Family,
My memories of Mrs. Cracknell were always sunshine..I recall being a child at St.Judes Church and always looking forward to greeting you and Mrs. Cracknell before church service. I always felt a sense of peace and happiness when she entered a room. I am very saddened to hear that she has passed, and send my prayers and thoughts for you and your family.
Michelle Gray (McMullin)
I will alway rember when I stopped out front in the bus Mary-Anne would say I’m paying your wages now get going an I would say in return wish I had a job in teaching it would be like being retired. That the whitty things Mary-Anne was noted for.May God Bless you Lloyd and your family.Jim & Diane Pargeter
Lloyd,
I was sorry to hear of your wife’s passing. Please accept my condolences. I would like to hear from you when you get around to feeling like talking…perhaps we could have lunch. We live in London too. 471-4320
The Staff of the Royal Bank wish to express our sympathy to Mary-Anne’s family and friends. She had a special way, that warmed the hearts of overyone who knew her. May your own memories be a comfort to you now, and throughout the days ahead. With deepest sympathy, you have our prayers, and you are in our thoughts. Staff of the Royal Bank
To the Cracknell family-
I am so very sorry for your loss. Though I never had the opportunity to meet Mary-Anne, it is evident she was a lovely person who touched many, many people in a very special way. You are all very blessed to have had such a lovely lady for a mother, wife, grandmother. Again, my deepest condolences and may God’s love surround you and guide you through this.
With love and prayers, Elisa Graham
Mrs. Cracknell taught us both in 1981 and 1984, and just a few months ago she was still asking about how we were doing 20+ years later. She will always be remembered for that love and care she took in her students and friends. She was very happy to hear that I (Kendra) am back at school to become a teacher, and I can only hope to be half as good as she was. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. It’s a comfort to know that she is in Heaven with her father. God Bless.
On behalf of the Pettigrew family, we extend our prayers and deepest sympathy to the Cracknell family on the loss of Mary Ann. Although our paths have not crossed for many years, we remember our past association, with both children and parents, with fondness and hope that the coming weeks and months will bring peace and comfort to you all and memories of many happy times spent with family, friends, and those who shared a common thread on the great stage of life.
We sincerely hope that the knowledge that others care will bring you comfort at this difficult time.
Lloyd and family
I am vey saddened by your loss. Mary-Anne was always such a cheerful bright light in many peoples lives and I will remember her as such.
Mary was my very dear 1st cousin. We did not get to see each other very often, because we lived in Minneapolis. Our mother’s were sisters. We would take turns calling each other after our moms were gone. I did not know about her passing until a week ago. I am really going to miss our chats. Mary was such a sweet person, and really cared for people. Our sympathy to you Lloyd. I am so glad we got to have lunch with the two of you in Florida that time we were both there at the same time. I feel like I have lost the ‘sister’that I never had.
God Bless a wonderful cousin and friend. I will miss her!
Dear Greg, I know it’s been a long time ago but I’ve just come across your mom obituary and I’m truly sorry to hear of her passing . You may not remember but I think of you often and wonder how your doing. Take care my friend