Our great friend Rebecca lost her beloved sister last week. The Todd family send their deepest sympathies and know that we are all thinking of you. Here is the obituary that Rebecca passed on to me.
Sarasota, FL ...After a courageous battle with cancer, Lynn Marie Bajema passed away, September 18, in her home, and was welcomed into everlasting life with our Lord.
She was born November 16, 1954, in Whitinsville, MA, and moved to Sarasota in 1998.
She is survived by her husband, Roger Bajema, the love of her life for 39 years, and her chocolate lab, Cosmo.
She was the daughter of Harry and Ethel Wiersma of Naples, FL, and cherished daughter-in-law of Gladys Bajema and the late John Bajema of Whitinsville. She is also survived by her brother, Larry Wiersma, and his wife, Donna, of Sutton; sister, Debra Harpie, and her husband, Rian, of Miami, FL; sister, Rebecca Wiersma, of Treasure Beach, Jamaica; brother-in-law, Jeff Bajema, and his wife, Pam, of Whitinsville; and the late brother-in-law Dr. Robert Bajema of Whitinsville; four nephews, one niece, and one great niece, all in MA.
Lynn will always be remembered for her incredible zest for life, generous heart, sense of humor and devotion to her faith, family and friends. She loved and exceled at anything outdoors; hiking, water sports,gardening and playing with Cosmo. She loved to cook, and was an exceptional artist with painting, pottery, interior design, and she had a flair for always adding the right touch to everything she did. She thrived on giving to others, and will be greatly missed by family and friends, because if you knew Lynn, you loved Lynn.
A private celebration of her life will be held at a later date, with burial in Pine Grove Cemetery, Whitinsville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Southeastern Guide Dogs, 4210 77th Street, Palmetto, FL, 34277, or to the Preston Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke, DUMC 3624, Durham, NC 27710/ attn. Ellen Stainback.
I'm sorry to hear of your loss Rebecca.
Which Rebecca? Is this Rebecca at TB NET??
My heartfelt condolences to you and all your family, Partner. Though I was never fortunate enough to meet Lynn, I've enjoyed hearing you tell stories about her seeing your face light up when talking about your sister. You represent her well.
I had the pleasure of meeting Lynn when the divas made a swoop through Florida a couple of years ago..a generous soul who will always live in the hearts of her loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Rebecca and your family.
Rebecca, please accept my heartfelt sympathies on this sad occasion. I am close to others who have lost a sibling, so I imagine your grief. Stay strong.
My sincere condolence to Rebecca on the passing of her beloved sister.I have always said my next trip to TB I will make it my duty to meet you,to put a face to the person that has done so many good for our community.
My prayers are with you, and I know with all the friends you have made there you will have them to help you through this difficult time.
God Bless.
So VERY Sorry, Rebecca.
Sympathy is in order beloved sister Rebecca.Enjoy the treasured sentiments of your sis as she transition.May the love you share in and around TB rebounds to console you at this time and always.
Extending deepest sympathy
for you and the rest of the family in your loss.
And hoping, too that comfort and peace
May come to you.
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear,
just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
Rebecca you have been there for all of us in Treasure Beach and beyond and I would like to express my condolences to you and your fanily on your loss at this time. Until one comes face to face with such a loss, the pain cannot be explained.
Keep the faith and I know lots of prayers are going up for you at this time.
Our heart felt sympathy, to Rebecca on the passing of her dear sister.
My condolences to you and your family
So sorry to hear this Rebecca, know you have our condolances and are inour prayers.
My sincere condolences to you and your family Rebecca. May you all find comfort in the good times you have shared.
Rebecca and family our heartfelt condolences at this time of your loss, but the lord will
give you all the strength to go through this moment, it's not easy but you have fond memories of your beloved sis.
Rebecca...observing only briefly that special resemblance of you in union with your mother and father at this years Calabash Fest, and sensing the loving empathy that seems to be a family trait, I can only imagine the strains and concentration you encountered to keep your sister's vitality strong and alive...as she will always be in all future occasions when your entwined stories are re-told.
You and your family are in our thoughts and devotions, at this time of profound loss, and with so many smiles beamed in your direction we hope to keep you feeling blessedly buoyant, respected and illuminated on whatever paths we share.
Truly it is in the darkness
that one finds the light, so
when we are in sorrow,
then this light is nearest of
all to us.
-Meister Eckhart
We wish to offer our thoughts and prayers to Rebecca and her family. Find comfort in the knowledge of a life everlasting.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Rebecca.
I would like to thank all who have brought comfort to myself and my family, especially my parents, during this very sad time. Once again, this community has overwhelmed me with kindness, love, and spiritual strength.
I would especially like to thank the Treasure Tours team for surrounding me with their love and support.
And as my dear friend Celeste said, "Lynn is no longer bound to a body that is no longer serving her free spirit." For this reason and my family's strong faith we rejoice amongst our tears.
My deepest sympathy goes out to Rebbecca and her family on the passing of their love ones.
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness.
With sincere sympathy,may you find peace
and love in the memories you cherish.
Rebecca,
Sending thoughts, love and hugs to you and your family at your loss. I am so very sorry to read this news.
Shauna, Nigel,Darion, Mom, Dad n Aunty
Sending sympathy during your loss.
My sympathy to you & the rest of ur family on the lost of a dear loved one. Hope you all will find comfort knowing Jesus is in the midst of your sorrow, and He has a shoulder to lean on...God bless you all!!
The Sandy Bank Primary would like to express our heart felt sympathy to Rebecca on the passing of her dear sister.You are in our hearts and prayers.