In Loving Memory of Barbara P

Barb and Jenny
CelticFest Parade, March 2011

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Barbara P on January 18. Barbara was a beloved member of the NPIDA family and mom to young dancers Jenny and Sami. While at NPIDA, Barb and her husband Dave were active volunteers, helping with the annual Ceili, St. Pat's shows and more. Barb will be sorely missed by the entire NPIDA family and all those who knew her.

Dave has provided Nora with the following link to a campaign on "GoFundMe", which is underway to support Barb's family. Please click HERE for a direct link.

From the GoFundMe website:

On Sunday, January 18th Barbara Parker lost a hard fought battle with cancer. Despite beating breast cancer in the spring of 2014, she lost her battle. Barb was always a fighter and we know her family will do the same to make it through this incredibly difficult time. Barb leaves behind two beautiful daughters that will continue her legacy and let her amazing smile live on. Through donations we hope to alleviate some of the financial pressure on her family.

Dave, Jenny, Sami and Barb's extended family - we offer our heartfelt sympathy and support. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

- Thank you to Gillian S for the beautiful photo.

Memorial Service Details

The family of the late Lisa Thon (mom of NPIDA dancers Alannah and Veronica) have confirmed details of a memorial service for Lisa. It will take place as follows:

Date: Saturday November 19
Time: 1:00PM; reception to follow
Location: St. Catherine's Anglican Church, 1058 Ridgewood Drive, North Vancouver.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lion's Gate Hospital Chemotherapy Unit, or to the trust fund established for Lisa's daughters at any branch of the North Shore Credit Union (account  # 93021568).

For additional information:
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/vancouversun/obituary.aspx?n=lisa-marlene-casley-thon&pid=154465881&fhid=5857

Photo from Google Images.

Family Trust Account Information

In follow up to the post below, Andrea C has provided the following information about a family trust account which has been set up at the North Shore Credit Union for the family of the late Lisa Thon.

The name of the account is: The Casley Family Trust in Memory of Lisa Thon.
The account number is: 93021568.
Donations can be made at any branch of the North Shore Credit Union.

In Loving Memory of Lisa T

Lisa with daughters Alannah and Veronica

Alannah and Lisa at the Victoria Feis, May 2011

Alannah and Lisa in Victoria, May 2011

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lisa T yesterday. Lisa was a beloved member of the NPIDA family, and mom to Alannah and Veronica C. Below is a note from Lisa's family:

Alannah, Veronica and our Dad, Cal, are very sad to tell everyone in the Nora Pickett Irish Dance community that our Mom (wife), Lisa has passed away. We want to thank everyone for all of their good wishes, support and friendship. We are grateful for the thoughtful and caring kindness that we have received and will rely on that in the days ahead.

The family is in the process of setting up a trust fund for Cal and the girls through the North Shore Credit Union, as well as getting information for possible donations to the Chemotherapy Unit at Lions Gate Hospital, should people prefer. Please check back in the coming days for more details.

EBIDS would also like to advise that 100% of all proceeds received at the Halloween Haunted House (Saturday October 29 at the NPIDA studio - see post below) will be donated to the trust fund.

Alannah, Veronica, Cal and extended family - you are in our thoughts and prayers.

- Photos provided by Lisa's family.