Obituary - Ian Bishop

Dear Pat, Jaquiline, Stephen and family

We are all so saddened to hear of Ian’s passing. He holds a special place in all of our hearts. He had a heart of gold and a beautiful soul. He will be truly missed on this earth. We are all thinking of you at this time.

Love
Kevin, Patty, Jennifer, Jodi and Dylan Henderson

My Sincere Condolences To Your Family Pat & Jacqueline. RIP IAN

May you find strength and solace during this difficult time. Ian was such a beautiful soul. We had such a short time together, but his impact will last for generations. We share your pain. My deepest condolences from my entire family to yours. I adored that man. I thought of him often. I always will. God speed my friend. He spoke French with my daughter on a sunny day on our deck this summer. He was so gentle guiding her and comforting. It’s was the most beautiful memory I have of him.

à tout le monde, à tous mes amis, je vous aime, je dois partir. Now you are set free.

I love you, Until we meet again my friend.

Dear Jacquie and Pat,
I’m so sorry to hear about Ian’s passing. He was a great friend growing up and would always make us laugh. Sending my sincere condolences to you and your extended family.
Danielle

Pat, Jackie and family:
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your son, Ian. Condolences to you all and know that you are in my thoughts.

My heart goes out to your family. We know the depth of a loss of a son.

Condolences to your family

Sincere sympathies in the loss of your dear son.
Robert & Doris Wutzke

Oh, Pat. My heart breaks for you and your family. May you find peace in all the beautiful memories you have of your precious son.

We are saddened to hear of Ian's passing. He was a great young man and have fond memories of when he worked for us. Sending our deepest condolences as you all navigate through this very difficult time

I am deeply saddened to hear of Ian's passing. We met a few times at my daughter's home and Ian impressed me with his kindness, sweet nature and humor. My sincere condolences to his family.

Jackie, Pat & Family, we are saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved son, brother, brother-in-law & uncle, Ian. May his memory be a blessing to all that knew him.

I can only offer my prayers that Ian is at rest.

Pat and family, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your son. So sorry for your loss.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Will & Lynne

Dear Pat - I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of your son Ian. Although we’ve not met, I can only imagine what a great guy he was, with you and Jackie as his parents…life does not prepare you for such a shock and sadness, as Herb and Marilyn can attest to. Sending sincere condolences to you and Jackie and your family.
From Nansy and Bruce Arneson

Pat Jackie, Stephen and family. My heart is truly broken to hear such sad news. I am so very sorry for the loss of Ian. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cindy, I and family would like to pass on our sincere condolences to the family.
Pat, Jackie, Steven and family, you will be in our thoughts and prayers thru this difficult time.
Tom and Cindy Strain

Dear Pat & Jackie,
I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved Ian. May the treasured memories you have help to ease your heartache. Sending you much love.
Heather Koch & family

Dear Pat, Jaqueline and Family,
Our sincere condolences with the sudden passing of your son Ian.
We are very sorry for your loss and wishing you much strength in these difficult days and time to come.
Jake and Ria

Pat and Jacquie,
Heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Terry and Diane Fukami

Pat, Jacqueline and family,
Our sympathy to you all with the loss of your precious Ian. Keep your many good memories close to your heart. Take care…..Jacquie & Terry

Pat and Jacque and Stephen, I am so sad to hear about the passing of you son and brother Ian. I wish that I could find the right words to ease your loss.

Pat, Jackie and Stephen,

Ian was a kind and gentle soul. His ability to spread joy through laughter was remarkable. I will treasure the memories I have of growing up with him.
I am incredibly sorry for your loss and will be thinking of you all during this difficult time.

Greg

Our sincere condolences in your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dearest Pat, Jackie, Stephen and family,
We were heartbroken and shocked to hear of the loss of your dearest Ian. He was a gentle soul. He was always very attentive, sincere and kind. He will be sorely missed by all those who knew and loved him. We know you have many beautiful memories with your boys, and that love never ends.
Our sincerest of condolences,
Joanne, Sylvain, Daniel and Eric Bellefeuille

Pat and family. Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your son.

Our sincere condolences to the Bishop family.
Dr. Ken Blair
Rev. James Farrell

Our hearts and thoughts are with you as you learn to cope with the loss of your precious son. We are sending sincere condolences to the entire family and hope that you gain strength from all those who support you at this difficult time.
John & Marilyn

Dear Jackie,
I am so sorry to hear of your son's passing. My heart breaks for you. Sending you and your family love, light, healing and strength. From all of us here at Canadian Mental Health Association and Caregiver Connections.

Dear Pat, Jacqueline & family
We are heartbroken to hear of your sons passing. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to all of you at this sad time. May you cherish all your wonderful memories.
Sincerely, Rod & Deb Nelson

Jackie, Pat, Stephen and family, I'm so sorry to hear about Ian. Babysitting both Ian and Stephen so many years ago was a joy. Love to you all in this sad time.
Tannis

Ian was a true friend. He was the kindest, biggest hearted, gentlest soul, and I'm grateful I got to know him.
I'm sending love, peace and healing to Pat, Jackie, Stephen and the family.

Dear Jackie
My heart hurts for you, Pat and your family. Hang on to whatever strengths you have used in the past. My deepest sympathy to all of you. Will keep you in my prayers.

Very sorry for your loss.
Kelly and Judy

Pat, Jackie, and Stephen and family: we are so sorry to hear about Ian's death and send you our condolences. We have good memories of our times together when the four boys were in swim club and were often grouped together as the "young guys." Besides a common name, both Ian's shared a good sense of humour and were fun kids. We hope these and other good memories will help you through this very sad time.
-Keith, Val, Eric, and Ian Walker

Dearest Pat, Jacqueline, Stephen and family, We express our deepest sympathy to all of you for the loss of your son and brother, IAN. He was a handsome young boy when you would bring him to the bank. May his memories live in your hearts forever as he watches over all of you till you meet again. Prayers at this most difficult time. Merle and Jim

Jackie and Pat

My deepest sympathy for the great loss of Ian. You are in my thoughts.

So sorry to hear of Ian’s passing. My memories of him growing up are of a kind boy with a gentle soul. My thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.

Meghan

Jacquie, Pat and family

Sincerely sorry to hear of Ian’s passing. Our hearts are with you.

Our sincere condolences to all the family. Thoughts and prayers with you all.

Jackie, Pat, Stephen, Eva & boys
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Ian had a sparkle as such a kind and passionate soul. His brought much joy to our family. Sending love to each of you.

To Pat and Jacquie and family,
We were saddened to hear of your family's loss.
May all your happy memories help ease this burden of sorrow.
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Bruce and Carla Robertson and family

Jackie, Pat and family-
Sincere condolences on the loss of Ian. May the support of others bring comfort at this difficult time .

Dear Jackie and Pat. Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your son Ian. It is such an unfortunate tragedy to lose a child. We wish you and family courage during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with you.

I am so sorry to hear the news. Please accept my most sincere condolences to the family. Ian seemed like a gentle soul and he was a pleasure to work with.

Jackie and Pat, Stephen and Ava and boys, Barrie Thompson -- my heart breaks when I think of the loss of your son, brother and brother-in-law. Ian was a sweet gemtle and conpassionate friend. I will miss him forever. This world has lost another special person.

We were very sorry to hear of Ian’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences. Marion & Dennis Radke

To Jacquie and family: I want to send my deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May God bless you and give you comfort.

Dear Pat and Jackie,
We're sending you and yours comforting hugs and feelings for true peace to come.
So saddened by the news of Ian's passing. Wishing you serenity and strength.
Most sincerely,
Arlene and Gary

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest condolences.

Our hearts were truly saddened to hear of Ian's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all and sending prayers for comfort and healing.

Our most sincere condolences. I cannot imagine the pain and grief of losing a child. Hang in there, Joel and June

Dear Jackie, Pat, Stephen and family, My thoughts are with you all as you process your grief and loss of Ian. I am truly saddened but will keep my fond memories of sweet, caring and deeply sensitive Ian with me. May you find peace and comfort in your healing and good memories. With love and hugs, Mimi

Pat and Jacquie and family: Sincere and heartfelt condolences on the loss of your son.
Clarence and Carol Barton

My sincerest condolences to your family.

Dear Pat, Jacquie and Steven,
We are so heartbroken for you at this tragic loss. Ian was a fine young man. I ( Cathy) would see him visiting with grampa Claude at Riverview. He had a tender heart and was sensitive to life and death. I sensed that very much. May his soul rest in peace. May you find comfort in the love of Jesus Christ and know His presence all around you.
Dan and Cathy Smith

Dear Pat & family,
Our hearts go out to you at this most difficult time.
We send healing prayers & comforting hugs.
We are so very sorry for your loss.

Thinking of you as you grieve the loss of your son. In healing, we hope happy memories will give you comfort and bring more smiles than tears. Take care

Jackie, Pat, Stephen and family. Our whole family is deeply sadden about the news of Ian’s passing. He was such a great young man and I have many fond memories of both Ian as a child and as a beautiful young man. Ian’s had such a great sole and a kind and gentle nature that ran very deep. We are holding all of you in our thoughts and prayers. May you find solace in knowing how highly people regarded Ian. Sincerest and deepest sympathy’s to your family.

Pat, Jacquie & family, we are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in your memories and the love and support of family and friends.

Pat, Jacqueline and family:
We are sorry for your loss.
Condolences to all from
Theo and Regina Krooshoop

Dear Pat, Jackie, Stephen, Eva and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Ian's passing. His kind heart was evident to everyone who was blessed to know him.
You are in our hearts.
Vern, Sherri Fedor and Amanda, Jennilynne and Devon

Pat and Jackie, We are sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the happy times you shared with Ian give you comfort each day to come. Joseph and Margriet.

We were devastated to learn of Ian’s passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies at the loss of such a wonderful young man and know that we are holding you in our hearts at this sad time. We have such fond memories of him and know he will be deeply missed.

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you. Where there is grief there is love. Stuart and Cathy Murray.

Pat and Jackie
Our thoughts are with you.
Heartfelt condolences on the loss of Ian.

So sorry for your loss. He was so young and gone to soon. My deepest sympathy

Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Jackie, Pat and Stephen—
Please accept our empathy, and our profound sympathies.

Sending our heartfelt sympathy to all of you in the loss of your beloved Ian. Though gone way too soon, may the knowledge that Ian is at peace help to ease your broken hearts. We will keep you in our prayers. Jim & Shelly MacPhail & family

We are so sorry to hear of Ian's passing; he was such a kind, considerate, and appreciative young man. May your memories of him bring you comfort. Thinking of you at this time and extending our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Sincerely,
Doug and Deanna Brodoway

Patrick,Jackie and family, my deepest condolences on your loss. There are no words to express my sorrow on your behalf,but know that you are in my prayers and in my thoughts.

On behalf of our family I am sending our deepest condolences to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all today, and always.

So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tom, Heather and Katherine Smithson

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Ian. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. My sincere sympathy.

Jackie, Pat, Steve and family
There are no words that can ever express the deep sorrow that you feel. Gone too soon….Ian was and will always hold a “special” place in my heart.
Hopefully, with all the support of friends and family, you can begin to focus on the many, many fond memories. Ian was such a kind and caring young man. He shall be missed by many.

Pat, Jacqueline and family,
We are so sorry to hear the sad news of the loss of your son.
It is such a sad time, our thoughts are with you and your family.

Pat, Jacqueline and family,

Our deepest sympathies to you on the passing of your son and family member Ian. It’s impossible to imagine the grief you are going through.

Norm Hopkins

Pat, Jackie, and Stephen,
I am so sorry for your loss. Ian was a great friend growing up and I will always cherish the many memories of his fun and kindness. He will be missed but not forgotten.

Garrett

Our deepest condolences to you, Pat and Jackie. Jesus said in Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all of you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” He is saying draw close to me, draw your strength from me and allow my Spirit to work in and through you.
Our love, hugs and prayers for you both, Robyn and Brian

So sorry to hear this, Ian was a good guy with a good heart who always meant well. He will be missed, lots of love.

Pat and Jacque
My heart goes out to you for the loss of Ian. Sending my thoughts and prayers for your peace and comfort. That is a beautiful message on his card.
Andrew

Dear Bishop Family,

I’m heartbroken to hear of Ian’s passing. He was a kind, caring and loving man.

He was like a brother to Robyn; a permanent fixture in the Westgarth household. His love for Preston was evident - it was only fitting he’d be chosen as his Godfather.

In the months leading up to his passing, Ian and I became very close. He would stop over at Robyn’s when I was babysitting and we would talk about life, his struggles and his dreams. One thing that was always clear: He loved you all very much and wanted so bad to be “normal.”

I’m so sorry you are all going through this heartache. No parent should out live their child and no sibling should have their time cut short with one another.

Please know that we are here for you all. Steve, having lost a brother suddenly, I remember the pain; the feeling that there’s a piece of your heart that is missing.

Jackie and Pat, my dad and mom know what it’s like to get the call that no parent ever wants to receive.

Because of the special friendship that Ian and Robyn shared, you all have become like family to us as well, so please, never hesitate to call us. We want to honour your time to grieve as a family, but will be here if/when you're ready.

Sending you all our deepest love and sympathy during this extraordinary terrible time.

Love,

The Westgarths

Pat and Jacqueline, please accept my sincere condolences and know I am thinking of you and your family.

Pat & Jackie, there are no words. It is a cruel world. We will hold you up in our prayers for strength as time passes on. God Bless, Randy & Trish Fai

Dear Pat, Jacquie, & family - So sorry to learn of the passing of your loving son, Ian. May beautiful memories take place of your deep sorrow!
You are in our thoughts & prayers. Take care of each other! Love & Hugs, Loen & Ron Fahselt

Ian's Family,

My sincere condolences to you all. Ian is one of the most kind, compassionate, and genuine people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. My family and I will keep you in our thoughts during this difficult time.

Karri Muller and family

I am so sorry to hear about Ian’s passing. He was such a kind and caring soul who gave the best hugs! I will cherish the memories we had with him in high school. Thinking of your family during this incredibly difficult time!
-Whitney Kambeitz

Pat, Jackie & family... so sorry on the loss of your son, Ian. Sending prayers and strength during this sad time. Take care.

Pat and Jacqueline. We are sorry to hear of your son's passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

Dear Pat, Jackie and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of Ian’s passing, please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers in this very difficult time. We truly understand how difficult it is to lose a child, in saying that may you find comfort in all of your memories of a special son. Hugs to you all!
Love Robin and Connie

Pat, Jackie, Stephen, Eva, Leonard & Jean,
We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of your son, brother, brother-in-law & uncle Ian.
Our hearts break for you and we wish you all comfort & strength.
Please know we will keep you in our thoughts & prayers.
Love,
Gary & Shelley

Ian was a humanitarian and a great friend and I will miss him a lot!

Bishop Family,

I have thought over and over about the words to write to you during this time. I can not imagine your grief and I hope somehow you find comfort in the words of people who love Ian and care for you

As many have said- and it speaks to who he was. Ian was so gentle. He was loving, kind and tender hearted.

There are no hugs that can ever match his embrace and squeeze (and hugs that led to a pick up and twirl around). His twinkly eyes/ that first big burst of laughter he’d have when something hit him that was funny.

He wore his heart on his sleeve. He spoke to me always with an open mind and without judgement. He talked about the people that meant so much to him and how proud he was of their accomplishments. An admirable characteristic that not many possess

When we were younger on a band trip he found an injured squirrel he’d brought into his room to care for. That’s who he was and that’s who we loved so deeply - who else would ever think to do such a thing.

He came to my home a few weeks ago and I have replayed that over and over in my mind. I could see he was hurting. I am angry that I let so much time go in-between that contact. But I am so grateful that he pushed himself to be here despite his hurt inside. It felt that no time had passed between us and I will hold onto that last embrace/ that big burst of laughter and I love you forever.

We offer our condolences and best wishes to the family and friends of Ian. May your memories of the good times that you enjoyed with Ian be a blessing.

Wilton and Pat Thorsteinson

What more can be said... This is a very, very sad time and my prayers are with all of you.

Dear Pat, Jacqueline & family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your son's passing. My heart breaks for you. Sending you and your family my deepest condolences.
Gail

Ian's Family,

My sincere condolences to you all. Ian is one of the most kind, compassionate, and genuine people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. My family and I will keep you in our thoughts during this difficult time.

Karri Muller (Hnetka) and family

Pat, Jackie & family,
There are no words to express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. My heart goes out to all of you at this sad time.
Kathy Nixdorf

Dear Pat & Jackie & family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our sincere & heartfelt sympathy.
Richard & Gladys Harty

Pat, Jacqueline and family,
Don and I send our deepest condolences on the loss of your dear son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lynn Chisholm

With heartfelt sympathy,
Don & Jeannine Thompson

Harold and I would Like to express our sincerest and heartfelt sympathies as you mourn the loss of Ian. Ian helped us with our solar system and we could see the kind, honest and sincere young man he was.
We are thinking of you Pat, Jackie and family, and hope the memories of times shared may be a source of comfort and peace.

Pat & Family.....
So so sorry to hear of the loss of your son and brother. Know that we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

So very sorry to hear of Ian's passing. Please know our thoughts are with you.

Dear Pat, Jacquie, and Stephen,
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of Ian. I was out of the country or I would have been at the funeral.

I only knew Ian as a child. He was one of the sweetest and most personable kids I’d ever met. He was always ready for a conversation with the adults on the court. One thing I remember particularly is how he loved to go over to the “pond” to catch little critters. He had snakes, frogs and whatever else he could find.
I also remember he and Stephen babysitting our boys who were younger.

I pray for you all at this difficult time and hope Ian is at peace.
Love,
Gail and Pat Lawrence.

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Jacqueline and Pat,
I don't know what to do to make this not true about Ian. Does that even make sense. I am so sorry for your sudden loss. Please know I am thinking about both of you and sending virtual hugs.
Lori Stolz

Our deepest sympathy to the Bishop family in the loss of your son, Ian. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Precious moments!
Joe & Bev Thacker

Dear Jackie, Pat, Stephen and family, we send the our sincere condolences.

Pat and Jackie we are so sorry to hear of Ian’s passing and there are not enough words to make the sadness go away. We will keep you in our hearts and in our thoughts.

Pat and family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. This is the most difficult thing you will deal with in life - losing a child or young person much too soon!
Marge Ensminger, Curtis & Jan, Sheri, Kenton & Brady

We are very saddened to learn of the passing of Ian. We hold you close in our thoughts and offer our heart-felt condolences at this difficult time.

It made me sad to see one of my dearest students leaving before me.
Jackie and Pat, You have my sincere condolences. I cry when I thing of it.

Sending our deepest sympathies to you and your family. No words to adequately express our condolences.
Thinking of you all at this sad time.

Leah Ann and Gordon
High River, Alberta

Jackie, Pat, Stephen and family...our very deepest sympathy to you all. It was absolutely heartbreaking to hear the news of Ian's passing. Please know we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Doug and Laurel Lamarche

My deepest condolences to you & your family Pat. It is a shock to lose a child & very difficult times are ahead. 😞

Dear Pat, Jackie and family.
The loss of your son Ian must be devastating. We send our deepest sympathies to you all.

Dear Pat, Jackie, Stephen and family,
Bill and I are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of your precious Ian. At such a painful time we hope you know you are in our hearts. May happy memories help to ease your pain and give you strength going forward.
Our sincere condolences,
Joan and Bill Anhorn

Pat, Jacquie, Stephen and family,
We just heard of Ian's passing. How devastated you all must be. Both the boys were such great role models for Connor and Kiara as they were growing up just across the Court. Politeness, consideration and kindness were always so evident. We hope, in time, that your precious memories of Ian will bring you comfort. Please accept our sincere condolences.

Our sincere condolences on the passing of your son.

Rob and Stephanie

Pat & Jacqueline & Family,
Our sincere condolences in the loss of your Son. May your memories comfort you & bring strength to you in difficult days ahead.
Ron Thorson & Family

I just learned of Ian’s passing and I’m truly sorry for your loss. I only met Ian a few times but his gentleness and kindness made an impression on my heart. Know he touched the lives of many. Prayers for comfort in your grief.

Pat and J
What can be said at a time like this... words seem hardly adequate. Just know that the Westgarth family loved Ian and we share in your grief.
We hope you find peace as time passes.

We were so very sorry to hear about Ian and would like to offer our sincerest condolences. He was such a beautiful person with a smile and huge heart. He always made time to talk and reminisce about AMAC days and what was going on in his life. He truly will be missed 💗

Pat & Jacqueline,

My condolences with the loss of your son.

Dear Pat and Jacqui,
I was devastated to learn this heartbreaking news from Sandy McIntyre. My deepest condolences. I will be thinking of you and your family and I hope your good memories of Ian will bring you some solace in the coming year. I’m so very sorry.

Sean

Pat, Jackie, Stephen and family,
Our deepest condolences on your loss. You are in our thoughts.

We are deeply saddened to hear of Ian's passing. We met Ian through our son, who lived in MH for a while. Ian’s kindness, sweet nature and humor, helped us through some tough times. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Ian’s spirit lives on.