Wednesday, December 16, 2020
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In Memory of Randy Bennett
I would like to say a few words about Randy as a personal tribute.
I met Randy as partner to my sister-in-law Denise. Randy was a dedicated partner to Denise. He was always there for her. For 20 + years they shared everything together. Now they are together in Heaven.
Randy expressed his love through actions. He always seemed to be able to draw upon boundless energy with extreme kindness to others.
I was so shocked to find out Randy had cancer. It was painful. I kept positive thoughts.
We visited Randy at Perth hospital. I snuck some chocolate kisses through hospital security to Randy. He was very pleased and ate four in a row! He always loved snack foods - chips, peanuts, popcorn and chocolate. He made sure Doug and I had some of those chocolate kisses, that day, for our travels back to Ottawa. Randy always thought of others.
That day, in the hospital, he looked like he was totally accepting of his fate and the end was near. Even though we didn’t say it out loud, I knew it was a last goodbye.
Death suddenly snatched him away. Even though we enjoyed some great moments, I still feel like I didn’t tell him of my true appreciation.
Randy set the perfect example of kindness, attentiveness and thoughtfulness.
Someone so special can never be forgotten. Randy is present in our hearts.
I am thinking of his family and share their sorrow.
Cheryl Dupuis