MARC WILLIAM HARRISON

Condolences & Memories (34 entries)

• One year ago today the world lost a special soul. We knew you were sick, you never showed us how sick because you never gave up ...I remain in awe of your strength. Over the past year we have all been reminded of how special Marc was, not only from our own memories of Marc but those that have been shared by many people we don't even know. That is a true testimony to how special Marc was - he touched many people. It's hard to believe that a year has passed since this terrible day ...while the shock of your passing has dulled, the pain remains the same. I hope you are having a good time up there Marc and I know you are still a Leafs fan - hopefully Dad and Ken are still ribbing you about that. PS. I finally have a stainless steel BBQ grill and can now relate to your obsession with keeping it clean :) . Till we meet again ....Gone but never forgotten. - Posted by: Jeff McCartney (Uncle, brother, friend ) on: May 28, 2016

• I am Giving blood today for the 85th time but this time it is a special donation given in remembrance of my friend Marc Harrison,whose life we will celebrate today,a great husband,father,and friend. Marc was always a great support to me at RBC and remained a good friend even after the careers we both loved were cut short for health reasons. I remember all the laughs, advice and at times inappropriate humour that we shared ,but mostly I will remember Marc's understanding, compassion for others and his willingness to help. Marc was a true friend that you could depend on to lift you up even through his own pain. I know Marc often had to rest for days to meet me or others for lunch or a beer. I remember one day I invited Marc over for scooter races on Kilkenny. We even cruised by Jack Neima's house. I won but the challenge was rigged as Marc chose the smaller of my two mobility scooters. I had hoped Marc would get a scooter to take his children for walks etc but sadly I was a poor salesman in this regard and Marc did not want to appear to have given in. Marc's life was a gift and I feel very fortunate that he chose to share a small part of it with me. I will miss your smile Marc,the one so wide you knew it was genuine,....that chuckle and your hearty laugh but mostly Marc I shall miss your true friendship. Rest in peace good friend. I shall miss you - Wes - Posted by: Wesley Hazlitt (Friend and RBC Co-worker) on: Jul 15, 2015

• I am saddened by the loss of a fine man and caring father who repeatedly showed me humour, dignity and class in the face of personal adversity. I will miss him - Posted by: Wade Glew (physician and friend) on: Jul 15, 2015

• Thinking of you on this day as you celebrate Marc's life and sending you love and strength as you go through this day. Extending my sympathies to Marg and Garth and Marc's family and friends. - Posted by: Debbie Hargrove (Friend of Marg and Garth) on: Jul 15, 2015

• It's impossible to believe that Marc is not with us now. There were so many times when he was very sick but his strong will to live always brought him through it. That was expected this time again. Marc tried to be at every family event. Sometimes we could tell that he was suffering but he enjoyed seeing all his family ( especially his cousins) so much that he would persevere. He would get into excited conversations and he seemed to perk up. Marc and I had a common love of gardening. He enjoyed touring my yard and talking about the many plants. Since it was easy to dig up little roots to share with him, I would see lots of my plants flourishing in his yard. He laughed when he told me that his dog never left his side when he worked. That demonstrated Marc's gentle, loving nature to me. We miss him so much and our hearts ache to see his loved ones in so much pain with his passing. - Posted by: Betty Broadhurst (Aunt) on: Jul 10, 2015

• Although we only met Mark a few times, we know that he touched so many lives. Wishing all his family and friends that God may comfort and strengthen you during this time and surround you with love and peace. - Posted by: Brenda & Gerry Van Huizen (cousins) on: Jul 09, 2015

• Marc is a beautiful soul that blessed our lives, leaving love and fond memories. His biggest pride and source of strength was in the love of his family and friends. His gentleness, humour, and kindness had a rare sincerity; he will be forever missed. Hugs and love to all who grieve him. - Posted by: Calista (Cousin) on: Jul 08, 2015

• We are so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with Audrey, the children and all the family. - Posted by: Lidia, Bruce, Kayla and Claire Holliday () on: Jul 08, 2015

• Audrey, Sydney and Mackenzie I wanted to send our thoughts and prayers to you and all of Marc's family. Please know that we are always there if you need us. The Harrison's have always meant so much to the Kalyta family. - Posted by: Jamie Kalyta (cousin) on: Jul 08, 2015

• Dear Audrey and Family - I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine the pain you have to go through. My thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Andrea Dubois Yuen (friend) on: Jun 29, 2015

• My deepest sympathy to Audrey, Sydney, Mackenzie and the rest of Marc's family. I worked with Marc at RBC Southdale. He was an amazing young man; bright, always helpful & hard working with such an incredible sense of humour. He was also quiet, caring and patient. I appreciated his loyalty to the Maple Leafs. He was a special person and has left us far too soon. My thoughts & prayers are with his entire family during this difficult time. - Posted by: Gwenda Templeton (former colleague ) on: Jun 16, 2015

• Audrey and family,We are so sorry for your loss, all for our thoughts and prayers are with you! - Posted by: Middleditch,Roland,McDonald family. (clients) on: Jun 15, 2015

• Dear Audrey and family, I don't know what to say Audrey except I am truly sorry for your and the girls loss. Marc was one of the bravest men I have known. Our paths crossed more than once over these past years. Your life together is testament to the true meaning of courage. Both of you walked this journey together with dignity and grace. God bless you and your daughters. Love Susan Amundsen - Posted by: Susan Amundsen (friend) on: Jun 13, 2015

• I'm saddened and shocked to hear of Marc's passing. I worked with Marc at several RBC locations in Winnipeg many years ago. He was such a nice young man and a hard worker,my sympathies to his family - Posted by: Val Casavant (Friend) on: Jun 13, 2015

• Me and my dad shared a love for music🎵 I started taking lessons and I loved it and my dad did too! When I would play he would ask me if I could teach him the song I was playing I would say yes! He would pick up the guitar and try to play🎵 The truth is he was better then me! I kept asking for an electric guitar he was fine with it but my mom wasn't ! So one night we convinced her and we ordered my guitar online! When it arrived I pulled it out stated playing he used to always give me corrections about the rythym or whatever! Anyway we both loved music🎵 One night I was doing my guitar homework witch was listening to songs an then finding genre. Before he sided he left me a list of songs that I should listen to so at his celebration of life we will be playing the list of songs he left me! Lots of ACDC our favorite band! - Posted by: Mackenzie Harrison (Daughter) on: Jun 13, 2015

• My dad was a hero to me! He is my inspiration in life. I have now realized that I've taken things for granted such as his stories. Whenever he would tell his story again I would wish that he wouldn't and now that he's gone I miss his stories so much. I will never forget him ever in my life! - Posted by: Mackenzie (Daughter ) on: Jun 11, 2015

• When Marc was born I loved to run him all over the neighborhood in his stroller. I wanted everyone to think he was mine! He was such a beautiful baby, inside and out. He was blonde and blue eyed and had the sunniest disposition. As he got older and played hockey, I was in the stand cheering him on every chance I got. I think it was a bit embarrassing for him as I was extremely loud especially if someone did him wrong...but true to Marc's nature he didn't complain. When I had my daughters' Marc was quick to buy Leaf jersey's and show them how to play mini-sticks and of course to become die-hard Leaf fans! Marc should have been a teacher. He could teach anything to anyone, as he could think outside the box. If you couldn't learn it one way he showed you another way. As others have said Marc's family was everything to him. He was an outstanding father and husband , very dedicated to them all. He was so proud of each of them. He could see each of their gifts and often spoke so warmly about them. He had the best sense of humour and made us laugh every time we were together. He was quick-witted and very intelligent. My heart is broken as this young man never, ever complained about his illness, just taking it in stride, always the biggest smile to greet us. I miss him so much. Rest in Peace Marc. Love you to pieces! - Posted by: Maureen McCartney (Aunt) on: Jun 08, 2015

• It is such a shock to hear of Marc's passing. Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with his family. I had not seen Marc in many years since moving out of Winnipeg, but have shared his Southpark renditions many times over the years with others. He made crazy "sense" of that show along with Trent on Saturday mornings and made working on weekends an enjoyable event. I have often shared those memories with others....always making me pause to remember what a great "family" we had at RBC Osborne and Walker. Marc, you will be sadly missed. - Posted by: Diana (and Rudy) Fries (Previous colleague at RBC Osborne and Walker) on: Jun 08, 2015

• Expressing Heartfelt Sympathy and offering a prayer, that god above will comfort you and ease the loss you bear. - Posted by: Barb Klassen (Heintz) (Cousin) on: Jun 08, 2015

• Audrey and family. We are so sorry for your loss of Marc. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this extremely difficult time as you move forward. - Posted by: Chad Anderson (friend) on: Jun 07, 2015

• We are sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you. - Posted by: Bryan & Margo Bishop (Friends of Alan & Bonnie kPrime t) on: Jun 05, 2015

• Our hearts go out to all Marc's family members. "We never lose the people love, they become immortal through us. They continue to live in our hearts & minds. They participate in our every act, idea and decision. No one will ever replace them, and in spite of the pain we are richer for all the years invested in them. Because of them we have so much more to bring to our present relationships, and all those to come." - Posted by: Sandra & Jim Antosko (cousin to Marc's Mother Margie) on: Jun 04, 2015

• Dear Audrey and family. We are so sad and sorry for your great loss of Marc. Our thoughts, prayers and hearts are with you at this time and as you move forward. Our deepest sympathies to you❤️ - Posted by: Bonnie and Scott Reid (Friend) on: Jun 04, 2015

• We are deeply saddened by Marc's sudden passing. We will miss seeing him every day. He was always so kind to us. Always willing to lend a helping hand. We miss you Marc... - Posted by: Lori David Chante and Shayla (Neighbors) on: Jun 03, 2015

• I will always remember Marc as a gentle soul. His smile and laughter were something you couldn't miss. He loved his family dearly and was loved immensely in return. Marc will be sadly missed by everyone's life he touched. Lori - Posted by: Lori Kalyta-Lowe (cousin) on: Jun 03, 2015

• My sincerest and most heartfelt condolences to Audrey and Sydney and Mackenzie. Our whole family is so sad to hear this tragic news. We always felt you beautiful ladies were Marc's strength and joy and the best reason to get up every morning. We wish you love and peace, and know that you are in our hearts. - Posted by: Heather den Boer (Family friend) on: Jun 03, 2015

• Audrey, Sydney, and Mackenzie, our hearts are breaking as we keep you in our thoughts and prayers. When I think of your dad girls, the first words that come to mind are kindness and courage. He only ever spoke of all of you with pride and love. He will be forever missed! Sending love, strength and prayers your way. xo - Posted by: Kristen Mcdowell Lucas and family () on: Jun 03, 2015

• I just wanted to give my sincere condolences to Audrey and the family. - Posted by: Adele and Shawn Grenier (former co-worker of Shawn) on: Jun 03, 2015

• Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. We share our sincere condolences to Marc’s entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during these difficult times. Our dearest friend Marc has left way too soon; someone so special, like Marc can never be forgotten. - Posted by: Claeys Family ( Darell, Rosa and Christina) (friends) on: Jun 03, 2015

• Dear Harrison family, On behalf of Crohn's and Colitis Canada we express deep sympathy in your loss. Our thoughts are with you during your time of need. If there is anything we can do to help please feel free to contact our local office at 204-235-0891. Yours truly, The staff at Crohn's and Colitis Canada - Posted by: Lasha Talman (Development Coordinator - Crohn's and Colitis Canada) on: Jun 03, 2015

• What sad news. Marc was so easy to work with and so funny! He was never without a crazy gesture or joke or something goofy to share. And a diehard leaf fan as well. You will be missed by everyone. Stu Eckert - Posted by: stuart eckert (friend) on: Jun 03, 2015

• I was introduced to Marc through his cousin, my friend Michael Hughes. For a few years we were roommates before either of us got married. We were also great friends, he knew how to have a good time. He certainly was a great golfer, while I always brought my handicap, I made sure to leave my ego at home whenever we played a round. I can also attest to his lifelong passion for the Leafs. When Toronto came to play the Jets we would go to a game. For one night our friendship was put on hold while each of us cheered heartily for the opposite team. One thing was for sure, somebody went home mad! Now I just look back and laugh! Marc was the best kind of friend, and I will miss him tremendously. - Posted by: Glenn Doerksen (Friend) on: Jun 03, 2015

• My thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this very difficult time. Mark was an amazing person and he will be missed greatly by everyone he came in contact with! He had many many friends here at RBC! He loved people and always made others feel special! He enjoyed making people laugh! Even when he wasn't always feeling his best, he never for a moment let on to others! He made the best out of every situation! He was always more interested in hearing about others! I will always remember hearing him talking about his beloved Leafs and that silly show South Park! Most of us didn't get it, but Mark and his colleague would laugh and laugh! They thought it was hillarious! I have and will continue to be reminded of Mark in a fond way everytime that silly show comes on! I had the privledge of working with Mark in 2 different locations! We worked together for 5 years at RBC's Osborne & Walker branch and then he liked to tease me that I followed him to the RBC Contact Center! We all have so many fond memories of Mark. I remember the day Mark shared he was going to be a Dad for the 1st time! He was so excited! You could tell this was one of the happiest days of his life! He was so proud of his daughters and always loved to talk about what they were doing! He was proud to share their milestone - from taking their first step to their first words! There was nothing more important to him and I know he will continue be with them! Knowing your husband and father is in the hearts and prayers of others, hopefully this helps through this time of sorrow. Our deepest dympathy for your loss. - Posted by: Tracy McDonald (Co-worker) on: Jun 03, 2015

• Audrey, Sydney and Mackenzie, I am truly heartbroken over your loss. My deepest condolences to all of you. May his memory be eternal. - Posted by: Apostolopoulos Family (Friend) on: Jun 03, 2015