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Oliver and June Brooks posted a condolence
Sunday, October 1, 2017
We offer our deep sympathy on the passing of Mrs. Shaw (as we knew her). However know that her legacy will carry on.
Robert Shaw, one of Mrs. Rose Shaw sons, and myself both attended Wolmer’s Boys School in Kingston, Jamaica. We first met in 2nd form and became life long friends. Through that relationship I had the good fortune to know the Shaw family.
The Shaw family opened their home at 39 Upper Waterloo Rd and welcomed a myriad of youngsters to their residence, at all times, for various friendly activities. Back then I did not give much thought to that. It seemed to be just the natural order of things. Looking back however I recognize that they were extraordinarily generous and welcoming.
The Shaw’s residence included a grass tennis court in as their front lawn. We were honored when Mrs. Shaw, from time to time left off from her household activities and hit some balls with us. However the “court” served for much more than tennis. In cricket season it served as the premier ground for friendly games with boys from the neighborhood and sometimes representative players from Wolmers who had heard about “Upper Waterloo Rd.” In football season the “court” morphed into a pitch where we practiced taking shots on an improvised goal and a hapless pickup goalkeeper. Later at the Shaw parties tables were set on the “tennis court” were we could take a break in between dances in their living room
Also to be mentioned is the Shaw’s garage. Mr. and Mrs. Shaw ceded the luxury of parking their car there as the garage housed a table tennis table. Many a happy hour was spent there just “knocking” to groove our skills before engaging in some keenly contested sets.
As I remember it Mrs. Shaw was very much at home while all theses activities were on going. A remarkable thing about her, at least to me, was that she gave us space. She had faith in us to organize our own games, ensure fair play and to enjoy the activity at our natural skill level. Far different from the “helicopter parenting” that I observe today. I do believe Mrs.’ Shaw’s way helped develop positive attributes in us.
I look back with gratitude to the friendship of the Shaw’s and the times I spent at their home experiencing the camaraderie of sporting activity or just hanging around. Also since I was never that good it seems to me that, but for them, I may never have had the opportunity to engage in and enjoy the range f sporting activity allied with friendship that I experienced at their home.
Mrs. Shaw and family – thank you so much. God bless
Oliver and June Brooks
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Howard and Nadine Gallimore posted a condolence
Saturday, September 23, 2017
My sincere condolences to Michael, Helen, Annette and the entire Shaw family.
Mrs. Shaw was a very special person, and was a big part of my childhood. We lived next door to the Shaw’s for many years on Upper Waterloo Road in Jamaica. Memories of Mrs. Shaw abound. She was a warm, compassionate and gentle soul. I remember her as:
• An athlete.
• A Pianist.
• A Homemaker
• An organizer of fabulous birthday parties.
• Welcoming to a large number of the neighbourhood kids.
The Shaw’s had a Tennis court on part of their front lawn, and I still remember being one of the ball boys when she played Tennis.
She was my first Piano teacher when I was about 6 or 7. Although I was not a good student and preferred to be playing outside, she was always patient and understanding.
Mrs. Shaw used to make an amazing Chocolate fudge and would add fresh Peppermint from the bush just outside Robert and Michael’s room. Delicious, especially when washed down with her homemade lemonade from the Lime tree in the backyard. Better still when chased with some of her cookies.
She would include “The Gang” whenever homemade Ice cream was being made, as we took turns cranking the handle. Of course we are all waiting fe a sample.
For Birthday parties, Mrs. Shaw would hand write clues on a small piece of paper, and then pin them to the underside of leaves for the “Treasure Hunt”. All the kids looked forward to this with anticipation and relish.
I remember Mrs. Shaw as an avid follower of “Dr. Paul”, which was a soap opera that was played on the radio back in the 1950’s or early 1960’s.
The Shaw’s home was always a home away from home, and was a focal point for us as kids when we would go exploring the neighbourhood. She will be missed but never forgotten.
Although Nadine and I are unable to attend the memorial service we will be with you in spirit.
Love
Howard and Bernardine Gallimore
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Amanda Bardowell posted a condolence
Friday, September 22, 2017
I will never forget the dolly clothes, the cookies we baked and decorated, the cakes we iced, the Christmases we shared. Now you're gone to a better place, and I have the happy memories from my childhood, to never forget you.
love always,
Amanda Victoria Shaw-Bardowell
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Howard Gallimore donated to ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF ONTARIO
Thursday, September 21, 2017
In Loving memory of Rosalind Shaw
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Sandra Dear posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
The two people whom I have known the longest, 71 years, are Aunt Rose and Annette. She was so very kind to me. How do I condense what I remember about Aunt Rose? Here’s a highlight - once, she played for me alone her favourite piece – Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata.
She was not only a homemaker, that undervalued label, she was an entrepreneur. At one time or another, she had a dressmaking project out of her home in Kingston, even in her eighties in Scarborough, she did alterations and was an Avon consultant; during the WWII, she hand painted and sold watercolour greeting cards; she made and sold plaster ornaments; she taught piano and played tennis and ping pong.
As if that were not enough, she found the time to sew her children’s clothes, including the ballet costumes for the girls, and get them to the ballet classes after school. She organized tennis tournaments for her friends. She organized sports day competitions for the kids on the street in the summer holidays; organized plays and had “evenings” for the parents where we kids put on several plays, probably written by her, costumes made by her, of course.
When we were lickle, lickle, she read to us what she called the funnies (comics) which came in the English Sunday newspaper and ‘splained them to all of us, packed up around her on the glider on the verandah, teaching us to laugh. She took us, packing up the car, to Cable Hut Beach or Roselle Beach in St. Thomas after church on Sundays, where lemonade and sandwiches miraculously appeared. Oh, the cookie jar was never empty of her sugar cookies. Oh, she was the person to whom people came to confide their troubles. And she found time to be a wife and have five kids, and be a close sister to Lucille and favourite aunt to Rosie; and adopt all the kids on the street and appoint herself their entertainment director. I’m sure she did not get much sleep; and therein, perhaps, lies an explanation of what was to come.
She taught and encouraged Annette and me to sew, still a major activity of both our lives. We entered the Easter Bonnet contest at St. Luke’s one year, and we won, first and second (first was a live yellow baby chicken tied down onto the hat we made, and no, it did not doodle), second prize was our bun and cheese hat. If you are Jamaican, you know what that is.
One of my most painful moments in recent years was seeing her looking intently at Annette and me, one then the other, her expression saying I know these people but who are they?
I can still hear her little musical laugh. You can hear it in that Moonlight Sonata. Quoting from a Bette Midler song, she was the wind beneath so many wings!
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Susie & Wayne Dear lit a candle
Sunday, September 17, 2017
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Rosemarie Goad lit a candle
Sunday, September 17, 2017
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Dear Cousins,
Sharing in your sorrow with love and fond memories of my lovely aunt and mentor who will live in my heart forever.
As a tribute to Aunt Rose and to you who cared for her as she slowly faded away, below are the words of "The Best" (author unknown):
God saw you getting tired
And a cure was not to be
So He put His arms around you
And whispered "Come to Me".
With tearful eyes I watched you
And saw you pass away
Although I loved you dearly
I could not make you stay.
A Golden Heart stopped beating
Hard working hands to rest
God broke my heart to prove to me
He only takes The Best.
With deepest sympathy. Rest in peace, Aunt Rose.
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Jacqui Dear posted a condolence
Sunday, September 17, 2017
My sincere condolences to you, Annette and to Helen, Michael and the whole family. Your mother was indeed a lady and such a warm and cheerful person. May she rest in peace.
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David and Joanne Karram lit a candle
Friday, September 15, 2017
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The light of love never dies!
David and Joanne (Karram)
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David and Joanne Karram posted a condolence
Friday, September 15, 2017
Hello, Dear Family of Rose,
Our hearts are with you at this difficult time of sadness in saying good-bye. You are all very special people, and we know your Mom had a very special part in this. I can remember the beautiful smile she had and the thoughtfulness on her face when a question was asked. Her quietness and gentle voice were very wonderful gifts she shared whenever I saw her, and she always conveyed a sense of warm welcome.
Although we cannot be at her memorial service, we are very much with you in spirit.
With our love and prayers,
Dave and Joanne (Karram)
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Friday, September 15, 2017
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