On March 19, 2020, this world said goodbye to a kind, sensitive and generous soul as Caroline slipped into the waiting arms of her Mom Sylvia, Dad Pentti and brother Randy who have already passed before her. She leaves a saddened family to grieve her: husband and soulmate Donald Berthiaume, brother Rick, and sisters Joanne (Wit Lysakowski), Christine, Karen and Nancy (Ed Jessop). Missing her are her niece Renée and nephew Clayton. Caroline had a special place in her heart for her step grandchildren Danick, Patrick, Maxx and Rock. She loved furry critters, and her Toby awaits her over the rainbow bridge. Caroline was a person of strong faith who faced her challenges with courage and humility and lived a life of great charity. Her faith translated into action as she was always touched by others’ hardships. She sought to help in whatever way she could, be it from fundraising to provide education for less fortunate in India, to supporting those closer to home and in the neighbourhood. She didn’t shy away from enlisting help from family and friends to help her do so! She was especially mindful of parents, siblings and relatives, in particular aunt Denise. Selfless kindness is indeed her legacy. She will visit us in all those places where she left her heart print. Your expressions of affection and condolences are appreciated. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Northern Cancer Research Foundation or the Maison McCulloch Hospice would be equally appreciated. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
My deepest love and sympathy for the loss of Caroline. She shared her love and kindness through her friendship with me. I am forever grateful for her friendship. Lots of love and prayers.
April 1, 2020
To Don and Caroline’s family,
Please accept my sincere condolences as you grieve Caroline’s death. I had the pleasure of working with Caroline at Contact North in the late 90s where her work ethic, precision and excellent language skills in French and English were so appreciated. We reconnected over the last few years and enjoyed pleasant chats over coffee. I am grateful that her faith and her strong connections to family eased her wnd of life journey.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Cawley Caruso
March 26, 2020
Condolences from my family to yours brother.
March 23, 2020
Trop tôt!! Merci de tout le beau et le bien que tu as apporté en ce monde!
March 21, 2020
So sorry for your loss, may God and all his Angels be with you all.
March 21, 2020
Caroline always took the time to keep in touch, since highschool. She was a true friend. We always looked forward to our summer visits with Don and Caroline. You will be truly missed!
March 21, 2020
We are very sorry for your loss of Caroline. The last condolence I posted was from the Brandon family. Linda, Brenda, Debi and Kevin.
March 21, 2020
Mes plus sincères sympathies à Don et toute la famille. Mes pensées et prières sont avec vous lors de ces moments si difficiles.
March 21, 2020
I sure met some good people in my life and you and Don were some of them. Please Rest In Peace
March 21, 2020
Karen et Nancy: je suis tellement désolée pour votre énorme perte.
March 21, 2020
Heartfelt condolences and prayers.
March 20, 2020
Caroline, ce n’est qu’une année que j’ai travaillé avec toi à Windsor. Que ton esprit continue à communier avec les nôtres qui te rejoindront un jour.
And to all who knew her, we can remain in communion of spirit, since we will be together not only one day, but still now. Donald, may life continue to bless you and all those you hold dear to your heart.
March 20, 2020
Hello Don:
Please accept my hearfelt condolences upon this loss.
The comments in the obituary about Caroline’s faith touched me for I know that they are true. I was blessed to have experienced first-hand the depth of her belief and trust in God.
You, Caroline and the other members of your family have been and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers during this sad and difficult time.
March 20, 2020
Sending our love and wishes for peace and comfort in your grief.
March 20, 2020
Our deepest condolences go out to the whole family, especially our former neighbour and friend Karen and brother Rick.
March 20, 2020
Don, our deepest condolences for the loss of Caroline.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
March 20, 2020
Condolences to all Caroline’s Family. May the memories you shared together with her bring you peace ❤️
March 20, 2020