Erin Doherty
1974 - 2019
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Sandra Dancey(Star City) posted a condolence
Monday, March 4, 2019
Big hugs from our house to yours Shawn. You two packed a lot into a short time, and you handled it all with class(and funny comments on the side). I will forever remember Erin eating a carrot fat end first in my store across the hall from yours, her many “Auntie Pam” stories and the passion with which she would tell them, and the fact that her glass was always at least half full. We are all better people for having known her.
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Janell Mogus (Kelly, Flynn and Angel Indy)(Vienna, VA) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
My deepest sympathies to Erin's family. I met Erin through Facebook in our love of dogs. Erin was the kindest and most compassionate person. When we lost our Collie, Indy, I received the most beautiful letter, from him, sent from the Rainbow Bridge. Erin was the writer and compassionate person behind this gift of love. I already knew Erin to be a kind-hearted dog mom and friend, and this gift, just touched me beyond words. I don't know if Erin ever knew the true impact of her Rainbow Bridge letters, but she touched the hearts and souls of so many friends. My heart goes out to Shawn and Karma and their family. Erin was taken from this world too soon. And if there is any solace to be found, I hope it can be found in the fact that she's with Holly, Spook and Banjo. God bless you friend. Peace and comfort be with you Shawn and Karma.
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Tram Nguyen (Hercules)(Gainesville, Fl) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 26, 2019
I met Erin on Facebook through the mutual love for giant dogs. Erin was one of the most positive person I have ever known. With all the up and down in her life both health and financial, Erin always met them with a smile. We spent so many night chatting on Facebook and I felt like she knew me better than some of my real life friend. The world lost one of the most lovable person. My deepest condolences to Shawn, Karma and the family. Holly (as I fondly called her Hollywood because of her dramatics) please take care of your momma until we can all meet. See you again one day my friend.
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Fred and Betty Jean Bjornson(Elfros) posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2019
Our deepest sympathies to Erin’s family. When Kevin was diagnosed as Type 1 diabetic Bonnie and Steve were so kind and visited our home to help us deal with a diabetic child. It was so appreciated. We realize that as they grow up and go about their own lives we are still the concerned parent. I didn’t know Erin personally but did enjoy her when we met at Mainstreet Stylists. She will be missed. God bless.
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Kathryn Kudron(Sequim, Washington) posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2019
While I never met Erin in person, we do share sisters (Karma is Deena's littermate). And so we share a love of dogs. But more than that, I realized the light, the humor, the love Erin had for just about everyone & everything as she helped Holly, then Karma, write on Facebook. I never once knew how ill she was until I read the end of Holly's book. She was determined to live life to the fullest until the end. And she did. To Karma and Shawn & family - My heartfelt sympathies on your loss of such a person. Look up at night, though. She will be the brightest star up there.
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Cathy Musselman(Tisdale) posted a condolence
Sunday, February 24, 2019
I was lucky enough to work with Erin at the Elementary school in Tisdale. She was such a compassionate person who cared deeply for the people she worked with, her family, and her fur babies. I am so sorry for your loss.
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Shasta Tweidt(Wadena, Sask.) posted a condolence
Saturday, February 23, 2019
Erin and I first became friends while working at MDSI 2005-2007. We shared a very similar humor, passion for dogs and could visit for hours and never run out of things to talk about. We both enjoyed playing practical jokes on our boss,(Erin's mother Bonnie.) On several occassions, we had been mistaken as sisters, as we both had red hair and we always played along with it. I can still hear your laughter... Deeply missed and always in our thoughts. Oxoxo
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Shasta Tweidt(Wadena, Sask.) posted a condolence
Saturday, February 23, 2019
Erin and I first became friends while working at MDSI 2005-2007. We shared a very similar humor, passion for dogs and could visit for hours and never run out of things to talk about. We both enjoyed playing practical jokes on our boss,(Erin's mother Bonnie.) On several occassions, we had been mistaken as sisters, as we both had red hair and we always played along with it. I can still hear your laughter... Deeply missed and always in our thoughts. Oxoxo
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Ryan Townend(Calgary AB) posted a condolence
Friday, February 22, 2019
When we were kids, we would never have thought this is how the story would end. We went from crayons and recess to adulthood in a blink of an eye. You went your way and I went mine. Even though we didn’t talk often we stay connected. This fall the world brought us back together. We laughed. We cried. We knew our time together was coming to an end. And just as you said, that day came. You told me that I could find you at Rainbow Bridge and you would take care of everyone over there. You promised it wasn’t a goodbye but a see you later dear friend and that you would always be there watching out. So my dear friend, this is not goodbye. It’s I’ll see you later and meet you at Rainbow Bridge.
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Brendalyn Wallen(Margo,Sask.) posted a condolence
Thursday, February 21, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with Erin’s family, may your beautiful memories sustain you through the difficult time
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Marti Lowder(Fayetteville, Arkansas) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
I met Erin through close friends on Facebook. She was a standout among some truly awesome people. Her sense of humor and loving-compassion, mixed with sarcasm, enabled her to interpret and write of her furkids thoughts and actions in such a way that the reader “knew” the dog! The truth is, those who knew Holly and Karma got a glimpse of the genius that was Erin. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten.❤️❤️❤️
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Megan Hughes(Reno, NV) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
I never met Erin in person. We connected through dogs and a mutual friend. She told me the story of how our puppy was originally meant to be hers, until her health got in the way. So, I shared his pictures and stories as he’s grown up, and he became our special connection. I was shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. Gentle soul, rest free. You will be missed.
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Marno and Gloria Hultin(Red Deer, Alberta) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
So sorry to hear of Erin’s passing. Our condolences to all of you.
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Rachael Parker(Oklahoma) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
I knew Wein for many years via Facebook and our mutual love of dogs, I knew she had health issues but did not realize how they had progressed, she was much too young to have gone through all she has, but I hope she knew how many lives she touched. May god be with you my friend.. you were loved.
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Jane Satek(Maurice town, NJ) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
The world has lost the brightest of lights. Until we meet again my friend.
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Tammy & Jeff(Wadena) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Our deepest Sympathies to the family and friends of a wonderful person. I met Erin in school we hung out at the library as I was writing a story for a writing contest. We served on the Health Club together and sometimes she joined us in that room for lunch. Many years after school we reconnected when my Mom started dialysis and my Dad was in Pleasant View with her Grandmother. We shared many a laugh and chat on so many things. She loved her dogs and she was a brave , strong person!! Rest in Peace my friend .
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Jacque Patterson(Glendale Arizona) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Erin I so miss you. We met on Facebook through the love of Saint Bernard's. You helped our rescue one year with proceeds from your annual Saints calendar that you worked so hard on to help the rescues. Our rescue Saints will never be able to thank you enough for your kindness to them. There were days I didn't want to smile but I couldn't resist a smile and a laugh when I read one of Holly's or Karma's adventures. Shawn, thank you for carrying on Erin's work and helping her friends and hopefully you heal from the loss of Erin. She was a truly wonderful lady.
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Sue and Terry German( ) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with your families at this sad time.
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Tracy Parker(Hayward, CA) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Like many others, I met Erin through FaceBook. Even though we never met "in person", I treasured her friendship, her wit, her sense of humor and her never ending dedication to helping others. I know that she is without pain; for that I am grateful. I also know that her family will miss her daily presence. I'm sending my love and hope that time will help to soften the sorrow. Erin has left a bit of herself with all of us.
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Megan Hughes(Reno, NV) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
I never met Erin in person. We connected through dogs and a mutual friend. She told me the story of how our puppy was originally meant to be hers, until her health got in the way. So, I shared his pictures and stories as he’s grown up, and he became our special connection. I was shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. Gentle soul, rest free. You will be missed.
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Eveline Phillips(Palmer Alaska) posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
Erin was our best and longest Facebook friend. We shared her stories from life on the farm to moving to Wadena and so much more. Her intelligence and wit made her such a fun person to talk to! Her advice on dog and life related issues will be missed by many. I so regret not ever being able to meet her in person. My deepest condolences go out to Shawn and family. You have lost a tremendous person. One day, we will all race around in the golf cart on the big farm at the Rainbow Bridge.
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Cindy Collins(Reno, NV) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
I too met Erin first through Facebook. We shared a huge love for dogs, especially Saint Bernards. When I first came to Winnipeg to visit,Erin drove all the way there to meet me and love on Sara Grant's puppies, River and Sonny Boy. As the years went by, I enjoyed many long chats with Erin. She was an amazing old soul, full of love and generosity and laughter and quick wit. She will be missed by many. My sincere condolences to her family. An angel has left this earth.
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Lucia Craighead(Salem, Virginia) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Erin is, and always will be my true friend. I met her on facebook years ago. Although I never met her in person, I had an instant connection. Some way, some how, she was able to reach her hand out across the miles, and touch my heart. There she will stay forever. Erin, much younger than me, taught me the joy of a kind word, a happy heart, and pure bravery. I am so blessed to call her my friend. "Such a sweet soul will never be forgotten!" I love you, Erin! Auntie Lucia
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Niamh Quirke(Ireland) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Such a wonderful person who had such a big heart to all friends on Facebook. Her stories on fb made so many people laugh. Our mutual friend Mary McCaffrey spoke with such love for Erin and what a good friend she was to everyone. All the advice she had given to everyone. Rest In Peace.
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Lorraine Sobchyshyn(Wadena) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Erin's passing. She was a lovely, kind, courageous woman. I cannot be at the service tomorrow, but my heart will be with you all. The Museum Board asked me to express condolences on their behalf as well. Erin will be remembered.
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jamie(georgia) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
i met Erin on FB through a mutal friend when i was told to ask her about kidney issues. she became my go to medical venting person..oh the talks we had were sometimes brutal. i am going to miss the middle of the night chats when neither of us could sleep. she deemed Karma & CJ to be saint retards when they were puppies and into everything. the term stuck through other puppies i have gotten since then. she will akways be that one in a lifetime friend who no matter what she was going through she made everyone else feel special & loved! pure unconditional love & respect for all her friends. i truly admire her strenght & positive outlook no matter what. i am going to miss you every day Erin. love you always! proud to call you my friend
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Jordan craner(Orillia Ontario) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
We were so sorry to hear of Erins passing. We met Erin through Facebook talking about our Saint Bernards. Erin was a loving and caring person. To Shawn, Karma and family are deepest condolences. Rest in peace Erin. Love Always. Jordan Glenda and Doubledown.
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Grant & Llona Sundholm(Wadena) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Our deepest sympathies to the family at this time.
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Mary McCaffrey(Tralee, Kerry, Ireland) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Dear Karma, Shawn and all of Erin’s family and friends, I am 5937 kilometers away in Kerry, Ireland writing this. It is 9pm and every day since I met Erin and Holly I log in to Facebook first thing at this time to check the posts from Wadena. Needless to say I met Erin through dogs, what other was would we know Erin. It was about 7 years ago and I stumbled on a dog post. But it was a while before she accepted my friend request. She was cautious about accepting random requests but I was determined. In becoming a Facebook friend with Erin I won a lottery. She was a truly genuine, kind, down to earth “ pull no punches” kind of person. Back then she had Holly, Banjo, Spook and Annie Horse .......and Shawn . I had Molly and Sam. Straight away I knew with her names and gorgeous hair colour there was Irish blood and we talked about all those things. I know she loved the fact that she was Irish ☘️. Erin was always there to give really good advice about dog problems- better than any vet sometimes. She was there for support each time Molly was sick and especially when Molly ages 2 died from heart failure. She even helped Molly write me a letter. Again Sam died. No one but Erin really understood I felt. Erin was amazing, selfless, generous with her time and herself and always there for people. She never used her poor health as a crutch, it was actually ages before I even knew. Erin be painfree and happy with all your pets at the Bridge. I know you will look down on Shawn and Karma and guide Karma. We are all sad now but we all have amazing positive and happy memories. Wadena must be a sadder place without our beautiful Erin. Until we meet properly some day Mary, Eevie and Kaiser. Xxxxxx Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone
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Pam Lawson(Cameron Tx) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
I was very sad to hear of Erin's passing. She so loved her husband and her furbabies. I will so miss her talking about about Holly and Karma. If I was having a bad day I would look up what Holly would be into. RIP Erin!!!
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Margi Currie(Easton Pa) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Erin had such a wonderful, giving nature. We met through our love of dogs and she was a dear friend everyday. She will be missed by all.
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Theresa (Molly Rickels)(Ohio) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Oh Erin the world lost a bright light but heaven gained an Angel. We are all so glad you are at The Bridge now with all of our fur babies. You my friend are blessed and thank you for the wonderful memories. Saint paws and kisses ❤️
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Maurie Trewhella & Bianca Plasschaert(Fife Lake, Michigan) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Erin will be remembered in our hearts forever. She was such a wonderful person!
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Sara Grant(Winnipeg) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
I must say firstly, I love the picture you used for Erin. That was a fond memory at a dog show in Brandon. She loved the dog shows. Erin and I became friends through our love of dogs. She contacted me regarding being a mentor for showing and possible breeding of her Holly . She drove in to Winnipeg with Holly and we met and chatted and instantly connected. Through the years we have laughed and cried, shared stories of our lives ups and downs. we meet people for many reasons but I know I met Erin to learn about struggles, patience, and how to celebrate victories however small. I shall miss her phone calls, our weekend dog show getaways , and her warm smile. Rest In Peace dear friend until we meet again. Goodbyes are not forever Goodbyes are not the end They simply mean I’ll miss you until we meet again Sara G
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Jan R Emsweller(Terre Haute, Indiana) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Erin will be sadly missed by so many... She touched ours hearts in everything she did.. Her kindness and love for each other and especially the love she held for all animals. She made me laugh so many times with her humorous stories of her fur babies. She had such an artistic flair in her writing..I admired her for that... And when she felt pain or sadness we felt that also along with her.. She was a special friend to everyone with the heart of gold.. RIP Erin Doherty I wish it did not have to end...but now you can run free from pain and join your babies..sadness and tears have flowed throughout the world now because you are greatly missed by family, friends, and animals. God speed my loving friend....RIP.
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Stephanie Hannan(Wollongong Australia) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Erin Doherty had a wonderful gift of making us feel all feel truly special. We had Erin and many of our hearts are richer for her friendship I know that I’m truly blest as knowing and having her for a very close friend. I’m richer in far many ways than I could ever have imagined. God bless and God speed. Rest In Peace my dearest friend
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Robbin Lee McKnight Sneddon(Forked River, New Jersey, USA) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Although I only knew Erin via Facebook, I could feel her loving, sweet personality shine across the miles. She was so very kind and giving. We met via our mutual love of animals, especially our dogs. I used to get a kick out of the name of her dog, Banjo--I thought it was such a terrific & unique name (besides the name of my favorite instrument). Erin was such an unassuming lady that I never knew she was having health challenges, until about a year ago. Erin, we all miss you terribly, but we are at the same time very grateful that you are no longer suffering, and that you can once again be with your dear fur-kids who passed before you. RIP, dear friend. We will all see you again, one fine day. With much love & blessings from the Sneddon Pack & Their People
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Sara Grant(Winnipeg) posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 19, 2019
I must say firstly, I love the picture you used for Erin. That was a fond memory at a dog show in Brandon. She loved the dog shows. Erin and I became friends through our love of dogs. She contacted me regarding being a mentor for showing and possible breeding of her Holly . She drove in to Winnipeg with Holly and we met and chatted and instantly connected. Through the years we have laughed and cried, shared stories of our lives ups and downs. we meet people for many reasons but I know I met Erin to learn about struggles, patience, and how to celebrate victories however small. I shall miss her phone calls, our weekend dog show getaways , and her warm smile. Rest In Peace dear friend until we meet again. Goodbyes are not forever Goodbyes are not the end They simply mean I’ll miss you until we meet again Sara G
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Faye Skaalrud(Wadena) posted a condolence
Sunday, February 17, 2019
Thoughts and prayers to family ✨
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Joanna Thomas (Stone)(Wales (UK)) posted a condolence
Sunday, February 17, 2019
This is such devastating news. Erin was a big part of my year in Wadena and I will always hold her in my heart. I am thankful we were able to reconnect via social media as it allowed us to remain in touch even though we were worlds apart. My heart is with all the family at this time. I only wish I could be with you xx RIP my sweet friend. Until we meet again ❤
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Joanna Thomas (Stone)(Wales (UK)) posted a condolence
Sunday, February 17, 2019
This is such devastating news. Erin was a big part of my year in Wadena and I will always hold her in my heart. I am thankful we were able to reconnect via social media as it allowed us to remain in touch even though we were worlds apart. My heart is with all the family at this time. I only wish I could be with you xx RIP my sweet friend. Until we meet again ❤
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Crystal Steer(Kindersley) posted a condolence
Sunday, February 17, 2019
To Erin's family I am so sorry for your loss. Erin was always fun to be around and took me under her wing when I was the new girl in Wadena and continued to take me under her wing. She was an amazing human being and i will miss our chats every once in awhile RIP Beautiful thank you for everything.
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Ashley Korolchuk(Wadena) posted a condolence
Sunday, February 17, 2019
I’m so sorry for your families loss. I will miss Erin very much. I always looked forward to her coming in with stories about her crazy puppies, the love and patience she had for them was one of a kind ❤️ She was a very particular client she liked her red hair, bright, but not *glowing* (her words) when she walks out in the sun. We hit the perfect formula and never veered to far from it.She always parted her hair for me because she did it better and would check,double check, and triple check that the sides of her bob matched. I always stood back and let her do her thing, the suspense always killed me if I had given her the perfect hair cut or not! I am so glad I was able to meet Erin after moving here, I will miss really miss seeing her. My bobs got much better after she started coming to me and I am very thankful for that!
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Tania Maryniak(Calgary) posted a condolence
Sunday, February 17, 2019
To Erin’s family: my heart breaks for you all. Please know that I am thinking of you and remembering Erin’s laugh (usually at something Meaghan said or did whilst driving ‘the duck’ up and down Main St). I pray that time will ease your sorrow and you will find the good memories outshine the sadness.
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Narfason's Funeral Chapel & Crematorium
Wednesday, February 20, 2019
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