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    Celebrating the life of

    Rev. Dr Desmond John NEIL

    Family and friends

    As we journey through our lifetime experiences We meet many varied personalities who attract us Through diverse, and even unknown reasons. Some stay with us, most go on for as we grow in maturity Our needs and our wants become more knowing and refined. But rarely, and only if your Destiny so decrees You will meet the one who truly enriches you, A person so empathetic to your inner self as to seem ... more

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    Aug 2010Northern Ontario, Canada

    Michael Semchison Desi on the shores of Wawa Lake, Wawa, in the Algoma Region of Northern Ontario. From a small town himself, he fell in love with the sounds of silence and the peacefulness of this wonderful place near the northeastern shores of great Lake Superior. His quote " I could live here for the rest of my days. " A fitting memory as we approach the 5th. anniversary of his walk on the Spirit Road.

    19 Jun 2016

    Michael Semchison Chapleau Ontario

    19 Jun 2016

    Michael Semchison

    19 Jun 2016

    Michael Semchison Malahat Vancouver Is.

    19 Jun 2016

    Michael Semchison

    19 Jun 2016

    Michael Semchison Vancouver Island

    19 Jun 2016

    Michael Semchison Nudgee Heights

    πŸ•― Carol Sanders lit a candle An honour and absolute joy to have known and shared such precious memories with Des, who became my dear brother and always in my heart.

    Carol Sanders19 Jun 2016

    🌷 Michael Semchison gave a flower Today I thought of you again, for the thousandth time. And as the Sun lights the day sky, so too will you light my heart forever. Thank you for the best years of our lives, here's to us DJ .. always. 1997-2016 life companions and best friends.

    Michael Semchison19 Jun 2016
    19 Jun 2016

    Michael Semchison Stanley Park, Vancouver

    🌷 Joanna Richardson gave a flower An honour and pleasure to have shared delightful moments with such a kind man who had a wonderful sense of humour. Never forgotten

    Joanna Richardson19 Jun 2016

    πŸ•― Michael Semchison lit a candle Thank you for sharing the best years of our lives .. with companionship, love, honor, respect and dignity .. and for giving yourself the courage to finally be completely fulfilled. Met beside a shining sea, I knew you and you knew me. Here's to us Desi .. always.

    Michael Semchison19 Jun 2016

    πŸ•― Michael Semchison lit a candle In his own unique way, this Sinatra classic sums up how Desmond lived his life, especially the last 19 years. Bless you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1t8kAbUg4t4

    Michael Semchison20 Jun 2016

    Posting this for Denis & Barbara Bertrand of Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. " It was our pleasure to meet Des in 2010 on his trip to Canada with our lifelong friend Michael. We so enjoyed his gentle demeanor, great sense of humor and his genuine respect and care for those closest to him, plus those he met along the way. We extend our deepest symp...

    Michael Semchison25 Jun 2016

    From Donna Kobil-Brant & Don Brant in Oakville, Canada. We met Des when he came to Canada with Mike in 2010. He was a man with humor and a gentle, wise way about him. Being a friend and long time companion of Mike we knew he had to be a very special person in so many other ways as well. We were very sorry to hear of his struggle with his illne...

    Michael Semchison27 Jun 2016

    From Kevin A. McDonald, Toronto, Canada Dear Mike, so sorry to hear that Des' has passed. I enjoyed meeting him when you came to Toronto and I saw how happy the two of you were together. You were blessed to share so many loving years with each other. You made wonderful memories and they will carry you through.

    Michael Semchison27 Jun 2016

    🌷 Michael Semchison gave a flower From Linda Boag-Moores, Ontario, Canada. My deepest sympathy Mike. There are no words I can say that will make this any easier. I have walked this road and I do know the pain of losing someone who was such a large part of your life. You'll heal in your own timeline but I know that the loss of special people ne...

    Michael Semchison3 Jul 2016

    πŸ•― Michael Semchison lit a candle Posting from Lynne Wright and partner Chris. β€œMay your Spirit Walk be blessed with the dignity and warmth that was a gift of yours during your Earth Walk, and may the fires of your ancestors burn as bright as Father Sun with the joy and celebration of reunion and acceptance; thank you for letting us provide a hav...

    Michael Semchison9 Jul 2016

    🌷 Michael Semchison gave a flower From Lynne and Chris, Forest Lake, Brisbane, Queensland. Rest in peace dear friend, it was a joy and honor to have known you and all that you were.

    Michael Semchison9 Jul 2016
    11 Jul 2016

    Michael Semchison Picking Blueberries Lk. Superior Canda

    μ—μŠ€λ” κΉ€. Hello dear. my name is Esther from Korea. I've been looking for Desmond for a long time.I really want to see his family because I remeber lo...
    11 Jul 2016

    Michael Semchison Memorial 11/07/16

    From: Desmond Neil Sent: Monday, May 04, 2015 7:31 AM To: Michael (ICE3) Subject: Coming home soon Hi Mikey: It won't be long now before I am at home and back in my true place of being which is to be right beside you bound together by the unbreakable bonds of love and affection reinforced by the physical interaction of our two bodies, all ...

    Michael Semchison6 Aug 2016

    πŸ•― Carol Sanders lit a candle I will miss sending you a silly Santa message this year, or a silly Elf Yourself Video, I will miss wishing you the best of the season via Skype as you sit beside Michael, I will miss your quiet gentle way and your brilliant smile, but I will never miss the special love you brought into our family for it is with me ev...

    Carol Sanders22 Dec 2016
    24 Dec 2016

    Michael Semchison

    27 Dec 2016

    Michael Semchison

    Michael S. Old Woman Bay, Lk. Superior, Aug. 2010
    27 Dec 2016

    Michael Semchison

    Michael S. Toronto Intl. Airport 2010 - heading north.

    πŸ•― Michael Semchison lit a candle One year ago today, a wondrous light passed from this realm to another. With honor and respect in gentle grace I thank you for the most amazing years of my life. Carrying Desmond John in my heart - until we meet again.

    Michael Semchison11 Jun 2017

    🌷 Carol Sanders gave a flower Remembering this beautiful, gentle man, who touched our lives and our hearts. May you watch down upon us and smile with the brilliance of your soul. Remember we will carry you with us, no matter where we are, for eternity. Soon Michael and I can share a toast with you in this special place you loved.

    Carol Sanders11 Jun 2017
    11 Jun 2017

    Michael Semchison

    17 Jul 2017

    Michael Semchison

    17 Jul 2017

    Michael Semchison

    17 Jul 2017

    Michael Semchison Desi with Gabby at Mutdapilly - homecoming day.

    17 Jul 2017

    Michael Semchison Never too late to be who you are .. and be surprised at who you see at Mardi Gras .. loved it.

    🌷 Michael Semchison gave a flower You are in my heart and walk with me every day .. demileo.

    Michael Semchison17 Jul 2017
    17 Jul 2017

    Michael Semchison

    🌷 Joanna Richardson gave a flower In our hearts forever

    Joanna Richardson23 Nov 2017

    🌷 Michael Semchison gave a flower A single flower given .. remembering.

    Michael Semchison23 Nov 2017
    18 Dec 2017

    Michael Semchison Desi's first photo with Santa, we had this taken in the Myer Centre, Brisbane in 2001.

    26 Dec 2017

    Michael Semchison

    3 Apr 2018

    Michael Semchison

    3 Apr 2018

    Michael Semchison

    🌷 Michael Semchison gave a flower Today I thought of you again for the thousandth time .. and will again tomorrow and always. June 11 2016 - June 11 2018 two years passed.

    Michael Semchison11 Jun 2018
    11 Jun 2018

    Michael Semchison Today I thought of you again for the thousandth time .. as I will tomorrow and always. Two years passed.

    Michael S. Desi's devoted companion at BRQH, Becky joined him in spirit in early 2019.

    πŸ•― Michael Semchison lit a candle In my heart and mind everyday.

    Michael Semchison15 Sep 2018
    27 Dec 2018

    Michael Semchison In Memorium

    Michael S. Now travelling together again Desi and my sister Carol Ann. They had a great love and respect for each other.
    Michael S. Passings - Des 2016 Carol 2018
    28 Feb 2019

    Michael Semchison

    Michael S. 2017 Birthday Memorial dinner at Buffalo Run
    28 Feb 2019

    Michael Semchison

    Michael S. Desi's last birthday memorial at home at Buffalo Run in Walloon. June 28, 2017.
    11 Jun 2019

    Michael Semchison

    4 Jul 2019

    Michael Semchison

    πŸ•― μ—μŠ€λ” κΉ€ lit a candle Hello dear. My name is Esther from Korea. I've been looking for Desmond for a long time. My friend in Korea is really want to see his family because when Desmond stayed in Korea he was loved from Desmond. He remember love from Desmond. The guy who are looking for desmond is 'Jeong il Park' Mr park siad, never been forgotten...

    μ—μŠ€λ” κΉ€10 Sep 2019

    🌷 Michael Semchison gave a flower In loving embrace with gentle grace .. yesterday, today, tomorrow and always. Coming home .. coming home.

    Michael Semchison10 Sep 2019
    6 Oct 2019

    Michael Semchison

    19 Dec 2019

    Michael Semchison Four years since your last Yuletide, Solstice, Christmas celebration, but always here in Spirit and our hearts forever.

    10 Jun 2020

    Michael Semchison The Sacred Four

    Michael S. It has been four years since you made your Spirit Walk mita cante .. each and every day you are remembered and held close in my heart and th...
    18 Aug 2020

    Michael Semchison

    24 Dec 2020

    Michael Semchison

    Michael S. Carried in the hearts and memories of those who loved and knew you.
    2021

    Michael Semchison Anniversary celebration evening. We had dinner at Byblos on the Brisbane River at Hamilton Reach, 2003

    11 Jun 2021Brisbane, QLD, Australia

    Michael Semchison Honoring the 5th. Anniversary of Desmond's passing with this joyful photo of taken on one of our annual anniversary celebrations in Brisbane, Australia. That wondrous, joyful smile which lives on in the hearts of all who knew him.