Condolence From: Marianne Micallef
Condolence: Dear Grethen and family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Beth was a tremendous person and friend. We all loved her. I will never forget our friendship and all of the times we shared working together at Huron. I will forever remember Beth's kindness, joyful spirit and giving heart. Heartfelt thoughts go out to you in this time of sorrow.
All my love,
Marianne
Tuesday January 16, 2018
Condolence From: Zavi Lerman
Condolence: Beth was an incredible teacher! I met her when I first started teaching. She was full of light and always had the perfect positive wisdom to share. I wish her family and friends much strength during an unimaginably difficult time.
Tuesday January 09, 2018
Condolence From: carmen Spiteri-Johnson
Condolence: My sincerest condolences go out to the Ferkranus/Dewhirst families. I had the pleasure of working with Beth (and Gretchen) while on staff at Huron Heights SS. My thoughts are with all of you at this most difficult time.
Monday January 08, 2018
Condolence From: Margaret Black
Condolence: Although i did not know Beth personally, I worked with her mother, Gretchen, teaching nursing at Seneca College several years ago. We reconnected at Evelyn Sanders' funeral where one of Beth's triplet sisters led the service. My heart goes out to all of the extended family in your loss. May God be with you through this very sad time.
Marg Black
Monday January 08, 2018
Condolence From: Mary-Jo Lemme
Condolence: I am so very shocked and deeply saddened by the news of Beth's passing. I am also very sorry to have missed her celebration of life. My thoughts and prayers are with the Dewhurst and Ferkranus families.
Sunday January 07, 2018
Condolence From: Andrew Dolha
Condolence: My condolences to all the family on such a sad loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Sunday January 07, 2018
Condolence From: Karen MacGregor Labelle
Condolence: I have so many lovely memories of Beth and the entire Dewhirst family since preschool while growing up in Bradford. Beth radiated goodness and kindness. Please accept my most sincere condolences at such a difficult time. My heart goes out to all of you. Karen MacGregor Labelle
Sunday January 07, 2018
Condolence From: Jane Wakelin
Condolence: I met Beth through my dear friend, Tara and attended one of her, Erin, and Kit's Kindness Workshops. Her spirit and energy were infectious. The funeral service today was a wonderful tribute to a wonderful woman who touched so many lives. Her legacy will live on and the kindness boomerang she created will never stop. Thank you, Beth, for inspiring so many and showing us how to live with passion, kindness, and truth. May you rest in peace.
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Tanja Randoja
Condolence: Beth had a way of making each of us feel special and appreciated, while also inspiring us to be ever better. My thoughts and prayers go out to Beth's entire family (especially Derek, Emma and Isabelle; Gretchen and Dick; Kate, Kit and Erin; and Edith and Chuck) and her wide circle of friends, including her Huron family. May we all draw comfort from our cherished memories of her, and from each other. Lets continue to give hugs freely, love one another unconditionally, smile warmly, compliment others frequently, laugh and dance. She shall forever be in our hearts. OX
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Wendy
Condolence: I had met Beth when she only temping as a Drama teacher at Bradford high. Not only was she amazing and fun to be with, but she was really down to earth. My dearest consonances go out to her family, she will be dearly missed.
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: The Kagawa Family
Condolence: Although Ms. Ferkranus never taught our daughter Julianna, as part of the Arts Huron Family, we had the pleasure of getting to know her through the various events, performances and Heida awards ceremonies. She made quite an impression on us all. We wanted her loving family to know how much we appreciated her spirit and enthusiasm for her work and for her students. She will be so greatly missed but we will smile every time we think of her.
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Kerry (Dyer) Shillito
Condolence: I am so so sorry for your loss. I am an old friend from choir school camp. I have such wonderful and special memories of Beth from that time. What a beautiful person she was and what fun we all had at choir school camp. My heart goes out to all the sisters and the loved ones she has left behind. Kit, Erin - you and your family are all in my thoughts prayers during this difficult time. Much much love, Kerry
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Ron and Christine orr
Condolence: To the extended Dewhurst family
I know there is not one of you not hurting but I also know the circle of your family s love will always stay strong and Beth is just somewhere else completing your circle
With all the love and respect to you all
Thank you for sharing her with us
Ron and Christine orr
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Blanche Beube
Condolence: Dear Kate and Alec and extended family, I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy and condolences on this day , such a sad day. I am so sorry I will not be able to make it to Beth's funeral. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Blanche
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Elizabeth Steers and Helen Mainprize
Condolence: So shocked to hear about Beth. We wish you our deepest sympathy on such a sad day. So sorry we will not make it to Beths funeral. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended family.
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Michelle Marriott
Condolence: Ms. Ferkranus was such a dedicated teacher in the Arts Hurons program. She taught my daughter (Angela Marriott, Class of 2017). She developed my daughter's love for performance and was influential in Angela's pursuit of performance acting at Ryerson University. My son William Marriott (grade 10) was also very fond of Ms. Frekranus and is very sad by her passing. She will be greatly missed by all.
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Sarah Caranci
Condolence: Dearest Kit, my heart goes out to you. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending so much love and light, Sarah.
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Michael Franchino
Condolence: My most sincere condolences. My thoughts and prayers go out to her siblings and family during this sad time. Beth will be greatly missed at Huron Heights.
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: The Heyerdahl Diplock family
Condolence: There are no words to properly express our condolences, and no way for us to truly share your grief and loss. Still, we are so very sorry, and send you love and sympathy and wishes for fuller, happier times.
Kirsten, Rob, Calvin, and Thomas (Jackie Swaisland's godson)
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Marilyn Look
Condolence: I am so sorry for your loss.
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Jan Morrison
Condolence: I was so sad to hear of Beth’s passing. She was an extraordinary, gifted teacher, in fact the best student teacher I ever had. More importantly perhaps, she was kindness and generosity personified, always willing to lend a hand with that glorious smile on her beautiful face. My thoughts are with her family and friends. She will be lovingly remembered always.
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Kerrie Fulton
Condolence: So sending love and light to you all! you are all beautiful people and a beautiful family! I am honored to have shared a little piece of your Beth and have many beautiful memories from our Guatemala trip that will live on forever!...holding you all up in prayers peace, Kerrie, (Danny) and Nick Fulton
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Amy Wright
Condolence: It is always difficult to know what to say when such devastating things happen in life. My heart goes out to all of you. Gretchen coordinated the food at my husband's funeral last month. Sad enough to lose a spouse, but to lose a child is unimaginable. Your strong faith should help you during the months ahead.
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Vikki Neldner
Condolence: My deepest sympathy to all the family. Keeping you in my heart and prayers. Vikki,xox (Australia)
Saturday January 06, 2018
Condolence From: Ruth Anne Clubine
Condolence: My sincerest condolences to your entire family. The last time I saw Beth she shared some fond memories of my mother (Shirley Clubine) she had. Beth was a wonderful person. May God give you strength. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Hank & Betty Lou Vanderpost
Condolence: Dick, Gretchen, Derek and family:
As old Bradford friends of the Dewhirst family, we would like to send our deepest sympathy to the entire family at this very sad time. We first met Kate and the triplets at Bradford Nursery School approx. 40 years ago.
May God hold you in the palm of His hand as you go forward in the days and weeks to follow.
With Love & Hugs
Hank & Betty Lou Vanderpost
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Sara Macleod
Condolence: I was very saddened to hear that the beautiful Beth had passed away so suddenly. She was so full of life and had such a sparkle every time I saw her with Kit at the psychic fairs where I first met them both and continued to see them over ten or more years. I saw a quote after I heard of your loss "She was one of the rare ones, so effortlessly herself, and the world loved her for it." My heart and prayers are with the family.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Carole Rayman
Condolence: Our sincerest condolences to the entire family.We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
From Safdar, Carole and family.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Duncan Watson
Condolence: Derrick, I don’t know if you remember me or not. I lived next door to Oma and Opa in Thornhill.
I am so sorry to hear about your wife. May God give you and your family comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Meehan family
Condolence: Our deepest condolences to your family at this time. From Kayla and the Meehan family.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Grace Sokolow
Condolence: so sad to have lost such a beautiful soul. Its such an honor to have met you, spoke to you and feel your pure positivity. Your passion for others is one to remember. With all my heart I thank you for teaching me, for inspiring me and many others.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Charlotte French
Condolence: There are no words....... Love to you all, Charlotte
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Jane L
Condolence: Mr & Mrs Dewhirst, Kate, Erin, Kit and family: I am absolutely heartbroken with you. Sending you love and hugs. xo
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Cheryl Stoltz
Condolence: My family came up with one word to describe Beth, and that word was “goodness”. Working together with her with students who had special challenges, I don’t ever remember her seeing anything but the good side of a child. She has a special aura about her that just radiated, and I don’t know anyone who didn’t feel it. Both of my children loved having her as a teacher and they carry with them her teachings. Derek, Emma and Isabelle, you should know that her words and kindness will be carried on through them and other students. Beth loved all of her family very much, and our hearts go out to all of you. Gretchen and Dick although a parent’s grief may ease but never end you have so much to be proud of in Beth’s life. And you have made me and all who know you proud, too, because we can see so much of you both in Beth’s character, sense of humor, and the many miracles she achieved throughout her life. Kate, Kit and Erin your sister’s loss will remain with you for you whole life — just like she was supposed to. I know from experience that siblings have the disadvantage that there is less social recognition of the loss as an important one, but it is. You will work through your grief in your own time, and Beth will be with you in your heart to support you as you do that, when other forget to. Her death may never make any sense, but please remember that you had a unique relationship with Beth, as she did with you, and her influence on you made you who you are as much as your influence on her. You are all in our prayers.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Elayne Horner
Condolence: To Gretchen,Dick.family & friends. Such profound shock & sadness to hear of Beth's illness & sudden passing. She will be sorely missed by all whose lives she touched. My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this unimaginable time.Warmest regards, Laney
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Catharine Pepper
Condolence: Maurice and I send you our condolences--it was sad to read about losing such a vital sister, teacher and daughter. I have fond memories of the young triplets and your wonderful coping and teaching skills Gretchen. Catharine
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Dr. Richard Collis and Staff
Condolence: We are so deeply saddened to hear of Beth's passing. She was such a wonderful and kind person with a big heart. Our sincere condolences and thoughts go out to Derek, Emma, Isabelle, and all of Beth's family.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Lorne Taylor
Condolence: Derek....very sorry to hear about Beth. My deepest sympathy to your and your entire family. LT
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Anne and John Bolster
Condolence: We were shocked and saddened to hear of the sudden illness and death of Beth who we had known and loved through her association with our own Parish church of St. James the Apostle in Sharon. Beth was a vibrant and loving person and will be sorely missed by us all. We will always remember her bright smile and loving heart. Our love, prayers and condolences are extended to her family at this sad time.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Jenny T
Condolence: Holding the Dewhirst girls and your families in my heart today and singing some choir music for Beth. Hugs.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Deborah Austring
Condolence: I am so sorry to hear of Beth’s passing. I did not work with her long, but I do remember her ever present smile and warm greetings. To her family, friends and Huron community, please accept my deepest condolences.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Amy Neutel Graham
Condolence: I was so so sad to read about Beths passing. I have very fond memories of the Ferkranus clan from grade school, and have kept up with your lives a bit through Facebook. I was shocked first to see that Beth had gotten sick so quickly and then passed, there is not a whole lot to say to comfort people in this time, it is such a tragedy. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers, and i hope God can give you some of His peace to get through the next few months. Peace, Amy.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Angela Thomas
Condolence: I was so saddened when I heard of Beth's passing. I don't think anyone who grew up in Bradford cannot help but smile and have fond memories when they think of Beth, Erin and Kit. Always quick with a smile and a hello. My deepest condolences to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Angela (Fleming) Thomas
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Tabetha
Condolence: I knew Beth and her sisters Kit and Erin through the Sears Drama Festival in high school. They always added so much fun to the annual week. My sincere condolences to Beth's family and friends. They world has lost an amazing soul.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Tarah Wright
Condolence: It has been a long time since I have had the pleasure of seeing anyone in the "Dewhirst Clan", but you all have a very special place in my heart and I am very saddened to hear of the loss of Beth. Mr. and Mrs. Dewhirst, Kate, Kit and Erin - my thoughts are with you, and your incredibly loving family. Warmly, Tarah
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Connie Keeler
Condolence: I am deeply sorry to hear of Beth's passing. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Tricia McRae
Condolence: You were an inspiration to my daughter in drama, she suffered with so much anxiety yet you were able to get her to perform even at the last minute. She conquered something we never thought she would and that sensitivity and kindness you had is such a great loss and will be missed so very much ” I am so very sorry you had to leave us so soon, you have made a difference in so many peoples lives.
Friday January 05, 2018
Condolence From: Lois and Peter Derrick
Condolence: Dear Derek, Emma and Isabelle, dear Kate, Kit and Erin, dear Gretchen and Dick, in the short time that we came to know Beth through the St James community, we came to see and welcome the love and joy that she brought to her encounters with others. Our broken hearts go out to you in sympathy and love. Be assured that we continue to stand beside you in prayer as you walk this difficult path.
May your love for each other be a balm upon your wounded souls, may you be a comfort to each other as you hold your memories of Beth close and share them with each other. There is healing in the telling of the story and in the acid tears of grief.
In Christ there is no past, present or future.
Yours sincerely
Lois and Peter Derrick
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Melanie
Condolence: It has been many years since I have seen Beth and while the news of her passing was crushing to hear, it also flooded me with memories that warmed my heart. Beth and her sisters, Kit and Erin, were simply "the triplets" to so many people, but I had the pleasure of becoming friends with them during a time when they were discovering how special each of them were on their own. The same strength and magic they had as a set of triplets could also be split up and sent in three different directions to have an even greater impact on the people around them. In hearing about the things Beth had taken on over the years, I see that the special strength and magic carried on impacting those around her.
I have never had the chance to meet her children but I was there when she first met Derek and it makes me happy to see how much she loved being a wife and a mom. Derek, you and your girls are in my thoughts.
Mr. and Mrs. Dewhirst, Kate, Erin, and Kit... I don't pretend to know how you feel but I want you to know I am thinking about all of you. I know that you will take care of each other as you go through this heartbreaking time.
With much love and heartfelt condolences,
Melanie Rood
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Anne Irvine
Condolence: Beth was an integral part of the Huron family and it was my good fortune to work with her. She was a compassionate teacher who cared deeply about her students' well being. She was a wonderful role model. Her strength and positive attitude were an inspiration to both staff and students. Beth was a team player and whenever I spoke to her about someone in need, she would never hesitate to provide that "little extra" touch to support. Thank you Beth for making a difference. You will be greatly missed but always remembered for your gentleness and kind giving heart.
To her family please accept my sincerest condolences.
Anne Irvine
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Holly scott
Condolence: My sencerist condolences. She was a great teacher and will be very much missed.
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Fraschetti/Greenwood Family
Condolence: Beth was the current drama teacher of our twin daughters and taught our son in the drama program the last two years. Beth made a safe place for our children to discover themselves and gently called them out of their comfort zones to grow. What more could you ask for in a teacher? Our children adored her. Thank you, Beth, for giving all the loveliness you had to your work and your relationships. You made the world a better place. I have no doubt that you have planted a seed in our children to carry on your good work. Thank you Huron for welcoming such wonderful teachers into the school community.
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Karen Dance
Condolence: Our family is deeply saddened by the news of Beth's passing. Her relationship with our family started, and continued to grow through our connection at Trinity Anglican Church in Bradford. Her ready smile and generous spirit was always felt each time we saw her. Her special connection to our son Stuart as one of his godmothers, continued to be something she cherished, even more so, when she could say a quick "hello" to him in the halls of Huron.
We feel a hole that she has left behind, and send all our thoughts, love, and prayers to her family at this very difficult time.
Karen, Paul, Liam, and Stuart Dance
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Angela Hart (Annand)
Condolence: Beth was an amazing women and I was saddened to hear of her passing. My sincere condolences go out to all of her friends and family. May she rest and peace. Taken to soon
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Stephanie Forgie
Condolence: Dear Mrs. Ferkranus and family,
Thank you so much for teaching my children. Teaching is relationships and you were great at that! Gracie & Hannah thought the world of you. Your passing is weighing heavy. I hope your family will find comfort in this passage written by a former Newmarket student from Pickering College almost 100 years ago. You are all in our thoughts.
"Night falls on all, yet our high thoughts, our holy devotions, and our steadfast loves shall live from age to age, from eternity to eternity. They shall not die, though all else sink into decay and oblivion. For they are woven of an immortal texture that the breath of forgetfulness may never mar." ~Bayne Cummer 1927.
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Diane Vroom
Condolence: Although I only saw Beth at family gatherings she was always very kind and mingled easily with all present. She had a lovable, smiling and happy face; just like the picture you posted!! Her quick demise makes it seem so unreal! My heart is so sad for all who love Beth and will miss her sweet presence in their life. My sincere condolences.
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Susan. Bill and Jamie Foster
Condolence: We are all so sad to hear of Ms. Ferkranus passing away. As parents of an Arts Huron drama student, we came to know Ms. Ferkranus at the Studio Cabaret performances put on by the students. She had an undeniably warm and wonderful rapport with the students and you could see the respect they all had for her. Our school community will not be the same without her. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family at this very difficult time.
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Lori Stone
Condolence: I was devastated to hear of the tragic loss of Beth. I have had the privilege of working with Beth at Huron. She was a constant inspiration to all that she came across and brought the best out of all that interacted with her. She always made you feel amazing and appreciated...I will personally miss her heart filled hugs that she was always willing to share. On a bad day all I needed to do was find Beth. Instantly her smile and hugs made me feel like everything in the world was better.
Beth was a loving mom. She often told me how blessed she was with the best family ever. As a twin I feel especially for her loving sisters as there is a bond between twins like no other.
My heart felt condolences to you all during this difficult time. Remember her as she was cherished. She made a difference and the world is a better place for having had her in it. Memories live forever in us all.
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Jennifer Jeffries (Greer)
Condolence: The Dewhirst Girls were always so much fun to be around, and you just knew they were going to leave their mark in this world. Beth was always such a positive force, and when I heard she became a teacher, I was not surprised. Beth, may you rest in peace, knowing that you were an inspiration to your students, a testament to your beautiful family, and are fondly remembered by the community of Bradford and Newmarket.
Jennifer Jeffries (Greer)
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Jessica
Condolence: I am sorry for the loss of an amazing lady! I used to see her around Huron A LOT and she would always have a smile on her face and that made me smile. God her in great hands now. Miss you Mrs. Ferkranus! 💜
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Kaylyn Walden
Condolence: So sorry to hear the loss of such an amazing woman. May she rest in peace and her legacy and positivity live on.
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Gord and Iris Marriott, Shannon Lee and Thom Marriott
Condolence:
We were so saddened to hear of the sudden passing of beautiful Beth. It has been unbelievable news and we are sending heartfelt thoughts, prayers and love for each of you. During this unimaginable time, please know that we are thinking of you day by day and hoping that you are sustained through comforting support from the members of your family and all your many friends.
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Jennifer Romero
Condolence: While vacationing in Panama with my family, I was shocked and absolutely devastated to hear my dear friend Beth, who I began teaching with, passed away. Memories of our monthly family dinners before kids, of our pregnancies and comparing stretch marks😂, of our walks at lunch ... Most of all I remember talking to her on the phone after her first go with radiation - Beth the Fighter and her words still resonate: “God only gives you what you can handle.”
After kids and changing departments, we saw one another less and less; it was those occasional meeting in the hallways of Huron that became treasured as I got to see Beth’s warm smile and her full-of-love-hugs❤️ We spoke of family and adventures and future plans and all the craziness of the day would disappear in our less those 5-minute chats.
I will miss my dear friend who taught me to cherish family and friendships that much more and although nothing lasts forever, the light we share with others in a smile, in a hug, in kindness - can forever change a person. Heaven becomes that much more heavenly as we lose an Angel here on earth. I know Beth will always look over her family as she treasured them the most😇 ‘Til we meet again my friend⭐️ I shall miss your smile
With Love and fond memories,
Jennifer, Steve, Mikayla and Maisyn
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Alexandra Cilic and David O’Donnell
Condolence: Our deepest condolences go out to all of Beth’s family. Our dear Bethie will be forever remembered and cherished in our hearts. Beth made everyone feel like a member of her family. She left all who knew her forever changed and inspired by her strength, compassion, wisdom and love. We were all blessed to know her and to have her in our lives. We wish the family strength through their faith, family and all of us who are honoured to be their friends. The halls of Huron Heights will forever resound with her laughter and her beautiful presence.
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: Bob & Jean Low
Condolence: We are so saddened for everyone. She was truly an inspirational, loving person. We feel blessed to have known and taught her. Love to all of you. We will continue to think of you and keep you in our prayers. Bob & Jean
Thursday January 04, 2018
Condolence From: John & Cheryl Cannon
Condolence: Deeply saddened to hear of Ms. Ferkranus' passing. She was a wonderful teacher to our daughter Elizabeth and a her kindness and compassion will be greatly missed. Sending our love to the family.
Thursday January 04, 2018