JUNE ISABEL SEDLESKI (CHAMBERS)

Condolences & Memories (10 entries)

• It's sad to know that this wonderful woman will no longer come to her back fence for a chat about our gardens, children, and many other topics. Our son Darren also went to Auntie June's for her kind and expert care. It was a very good experience for him. Michael became an older brother who would watch out for him when he started school. Our sympathies to all her children and their families at this time of loss and remembrance. Donna-Mae and Edward Burgener (neighbours) - Posted by: Donna-Mae and Edward Burgener (Neighbours) on: Jan 22, 2014

• Aunty June was one of the kindest people I have ever met. She was an "auntie" for our son, Sean, and many other children. We always felt comfortable, knowing that our children were cared for as one of her own. She had endless patience, and spent time with the children, providing interesting activities and making special treats for them. Everyone felt like they were part of her wonderful family. Even when we visited years later, we felt like we were coming home. Many Thanks, Auntie June. You will not be forgotten. - Posted by: Gina and Chris Petty (Friend) on: Jan 21, 2014

• We will miss Grandma June, her warmth, humour and inviting personality. Love. Eb & Liz - Posted by: Mr. & Mrs. Eberhard Friedle (in-laws to grandson (Andrew)) on: Jan 20, 2014

• I am so sorry to hear that Auntie June has passed. Auntie June & Uncle Ed were great neighbours to my parents Pat & John Funk who lived on Hedges Bay until 1971. She looked after me for many years, some of my best childhood memories were with Auntie June. Memories such as watching my cartoons while she was knitting, dipping my toasted peanut butter sandwich into my “Chocolate Muck” that she made me every day on the stove, doing arts and crafts, watching the train go by from the backyard, and when I heard the theme song of “Coronation Street” I knew it was time for my nap. I used to get so excited when I knew Bonnie (daughter) was coming home from school and I’d get to play with her for awhile until I had to go home. Auntie June & Uncle Ed treated me like one of their own. Unfortunately we moved away in ’71 and my sister Pam didn’t have the opportunity to have such a wonderful caregiver as I did. Auntie June was not just a sitter, she was also my Godmother and I couldn’t have asked for a better caring, loving, gentle, kind hearted woman to be just that. She truly was a Godmother sent from the Heavens above. Many thanks for all the loving years that she had given me. Always loved, Sharon (Funk) Hughes - Posted by: Sharon Hughes () on: Jan 17, 2014

• Once Melanie and Michelle were at Auntie June’s, we could confidently go to our workplaces. Not only did she provide our girls with comfort, security and delicious food, but she gave them even more valuable lessons in kindness, sharing, and fair play, values that they have carried with them and for which we are eternally grateful. We will always remember Auntie June’s warm smile, her positive outlook, her humour, and her kind heart. She was always there for all of us. Rest in peace, Auntie June. - Posted by: Deanne and Charles Paragg (Friends) on: Jan 17, 2014

• We are so sad that "Auntie' June has passed...she was caregiver for our 2 oldest children, Joelle and Kristian. She was the best! Our kids loved her to bits and were always excited to go to her home. She had a special bond with them and all her daycare kids. They still talk so fondly about Auntie June. We will always be grateful to your mother for her loving care and her warm friendship. Love from the Regnier Family. - Posted by: Carole and John Regnier (friend) on: Jan 17, 2014

• I was very sorry to hear of Auntie June's passing. Auntie June looked after my sister, Michelle, and I for much of our childhood years. Some of my most favorite childhood memories involve times spent with Auntie June and Uncle Eddie. Many afternoons were spent playing with the other children in her care, and with her grandkids, Kristian and Andrew. Whether we were making pictures or crafts, playing games, watching a cartoon, or sharing our favorite "ants on a log" snack, Auntie June made us feel at home. As I got older, my love for arts, crafts, and gardening continued to grow under Auntie June's influence. I will always remember Auntie June as a caring, thoughtful, warm, loving, and kind-hearted woman who welcomed us into her home, and treated us like part of her family. - Posted by: Melanie Paragg (friend, and one of her former childcare children) on: Jan 16, 2014

• Our family lived next to the Sedleskis on Hollingsworth Avenue for many years! Couldn't have asked for better neighbours or friends! My mother Ailsa Heap and June enjoyed many "fence chats" and occasionally got in a tea house too! We enjoyed watching her grandchildren grow up and sharing some raspberries with them. So sorry to hear of her passing. With deepest sympathy to her family, from all the Heap family (Jane Romaniuk) - Posted by: Jane Romaniuk ((former neghbour and friend)) on: Jan 16, 2014

• We went to elementary school together at MacFarlene and high school in Inwood. When we went to Inwood School Joyce Enberg, June and myself stayed with Evelyn & Andy Lavender, Marion and Diane. Those were wonderful years - I have great memories of our time together. - Posted by: Helen Kletke (Friend) on: Jan 15, 2014

• June and Ed were our neighbours when we lived on Hedges Bay in the 70s (my parents are Kel and Jean Henry). We spent a lot of time with June and she always made me feel special and welcome. She was such a warm, kind lady who was so full of joy. Although I haven't seen her for years, I think about her often and she will be missed. - Posted by: Karla Henry (King) (former neighbour) on: Jan 15, 2014