Susan Lockie (1962-2008)
Sue, a very close friend of mine, passed away on Tuesday (05/06/2008) due to complications to her treatment for breast cancer.
Here is the link to her memorial service page (link).
And here are my thoughts for my dear departed friend. We miss you already.
Cheerful, caring, courageous, loving, supportive, fun, determined, friend.
These all describe what Sue means to us.
It is with the utmost of sadness that we must say goodbye to Sue so soon. We have had the great privilege of becoming the best of friends with Sue and her family over the last 5 years. We couldn’t have asked for anyone more thoughtful and honest as Sue was.
In the face of adversity, Sue never slowed down. If anything she pushed harder and faster with every challenge she faced. We could all take lesson in her strength and courage. Sue poured every ounce into what she did and we can only hope that we carry on her lessons with us.
Sue never talked about a day when she wouldn’t be here. Many times we felt that it may be denial of the fact that she may not be here tomorrow. But after getting to know her, that sense that we would always have her with us grew as she convinced us that her condition would not shorten our time together. She was going to beat it. She was going to be here for all of us. It wasn’t denial; it was a determination to not let it affect the way we all live our lives. We respect and admire her outlook on life. She lived every day to the fullest and planned for the many happy days yet to come.
Sue leaves much behind, but we don’t think she would want us to be consumed by her loss. She leaves behind friendships that were made to last a lifetime, memories to talk about for years to come, and a spirit for all of us to strive to live up to. We know we are a better and stronger family by finding such a friend. We have come to learn what real courage and friendship is all about, and for that we thank you.
Our thoughts are with Scott and Sheldon as they cope with this. We continue to offer every ounce of our friendship to help you through this. Many happy days are still to come and I know we’ll be there with you through the good and bad times.
So today marks a new day in our journey as a family, but with us we bring along your memory and the friendship we’ve shared with you. You are already missed, and will be missed for the rest of our lives. Thank you for all you have given us and everyone you’ve touched.
Love always,
Your Friends
Phil, Bobbie Jo, Andrew and Rachel
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