Contributions to the tribute of Sophie Sharon Ryall

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Gail Szautner posted a condolence

Friday, February 12, 2021

This is from Gail Szautner. I am Frances’s youngest daughter of Sophie’s oldest sister. I remember fondly our visit to St Andrews in 1997 when Sophie and Norman hosted us at Tara Manor. The hospitality was wonderful and so appreciated. I haddent seen Aunt Sophie and uncle Norman since I was a child which made it so good to connect with them. Such a great woman. Our condolences

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Angela Parlee posted a condolence

Thursday, October 15, 2020

Sophie was one of the coolest ladies I have ever met and cared for, she was a diva through and through, loved her so much for it! I’ve learned so much from this incredible woman, her zest, passion and friendship will never be forgotten...rest peacefully Sophie, was a pleasure getting to know you, and caring for you..thinking of all of you at this most difficult time. Angela

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Melanie Posted Oct 15, 2020 at 7:18 PM

Thank you so much Angela. She was indeed a queen, and so full of life. She will be deeply missed. ~The Ryall family

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Curtis & Lori Burley posted a condolence

Thursday, October 15, 2020

Lonnie, Jared & Family, We were saddened to hear of the loss of your mother and grandmother. Please accept our sincerest condolences. Thinking of you all.

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The Foley Family posted a condolence

Thursday, October 15, 2020

Jared, Jen, Brayden, Sophie and family, We are sorry for your loss. Praying for the family.

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Christina Marr posted a condolence

Thursday, October 15, 2020

Sophie was a a beautiful lady that I had the absolutely pleasure caring for at Embassy Hall. Love and prayers sent to the entire Ryall Family at this difficult time.

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Melanie Posted Oct 15, 2020 at 7:19 PM

Thank you Christina. And thank you for caring for our mom.

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Jade Posted Oct 15, 2020 at 7:47 PM

Christina, your care and affection for our mom shone through every time I saw you with her. It was so comforting to see. Thank you and to all the staff at Shannex.

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Bob & Val Leislar posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

We were shocked and dismayed to hear of of Sophia's passing. We have many, many fond memories of visits with her at Tara Manor and at her residence in Quispamsis. Our deepest condolences go out to the whole family in this sad time. Bob & Val Leislar

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Melanie Posted Oct 15, 2020 at 7:21 PM

Dear Bob and Val. Aunt Sophie always loved your visits. Thank you for brightening her life.

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Anna Allen uploaded photo(s)

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

I will miss Sophie so much !! I loved hearing her stories of her life growing up, and her life advice. She was hip, and trendy right until the end. No way was she letting that grey come out. ❤

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Melanie Posted Oct 15, 2020 at 7:22 PM

Dear Anna, she would have loved having her hair done that day. Growing up she was the most beautiful and impeccably dressed woman I ever knew. Thanks again.

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Jade Posted Oct 15, 2020 at 7:32 PM

Anna, I LOVED this photo of my mom's hair in braids! It made me smile and laugh out loud. We are so grateful for the care, attention and affection she received from all the staff at Shannex. Thank you!

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Elizabeth Cooney posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Condolences to her family. Mrs. Ryall was a lovely woman and entrepreneur whom I was happy to spend time with in St.Andrews Whomever wrote this beautiful Obituary of this lovely woman captured her grace and spirit to a T. Well done Rest In Peace Mrs. Ryall of Tara Manor. Elizabeth Cooney.

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Melanie Posted Oct 15, 2020 at 7:27 PM

Thank you Elizabeth. Our Mom always enjoyed your company and certainly she was the spirit of Tara. She will be very missed.

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Sue Delong posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

I was deeply saddened to hear that Sophie had passed. She was so spirited!! I had a real fondness for her and felt quite privileged to get to know her for the years I was at Embassy. Sending much love to all her family for giving us the opportunity to care for her God bless. Sue Delong

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Melanie Posted Oct 15, 2020 at 7:28 PM

Dear Sue. Thank you for all the years that you and everyone at Embassy Hall cared for our Mom. She loved all of you.

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Bonny Culley posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

To the family My heartfelt sympathies for the loss of your dear mom. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I knew your mom as Sharon and I worked at Shannex as a PSW for over 5 years. Your mom was a wonderful lady with a huge personality and I always enjoyed spending time with her. She was always so complimentary and we had some wonderful conversations. May she Rest In Peace...and God Bless you all!

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Melanie Posted Oct 15, 2020 at 7:30 PM

Thank you Bonny. You describe it so well. She was indeed a huge personality. She'd have loved that description. And thank you for caring for her.

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Brigitte Clavette posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

I truly enjoyed working for this classy lady. I spent two summers as a server at Tara Manor. We had to give excellent service. Long black skirts, crisp white shirts. I loved how the music blared as we prepped the dining room for evening service. Her sense of humour was great. She was so elegant. One hot evening after a full house had been served and all the guests had retired, she invited me to jump in the pool for a swim, and since I had no bathing suit, she turned off the lights, and we had a great refreshing swim under the stars. Rest in peace, Mrs. Ryall.

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Melanie Posted Oct 15, 2020 at 7:33 PM

Thank you Brigitte. Those summer days running the dining room, packed with guests, piano playing, and service to a T were some of her best years. She was in her element dressing impeccably and running a tight operation. The family remembers your time at Tara with great fondness. And a lights out swim on a summer night would have been right up her alley!

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Ian Holland posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Sophie,was a remarkable lady with such a great spirit that I will never forget. Working as the restorative lpn at Embassy hall i remember Sophie never refused a chance to exercise or walk.She was always ready to push herself forward.Giving up was not an option. I will never forget her spirit, humor,and the conversations we had about a variety of topics from food to exercise to world affairs. Sophie you will be greatly missed rest in peace.

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Melanie Posted Oct 15, 2020 at 7:35 PM

Thank you Ian. The day she passed we are told she went to the walking bar in the hallway and was insisting she wanted to do some squats! She was such a character. Thanks for all your care of her.

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Jade Posted Oct 15, 2020 at 7:41 PM

Ian, I heard that as recently as last Thursday evening she wanted to do her squats at the bar before bed. Giving in or giving up was never an option for her! Many thanks to you and Jen B for your work with her.

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Wednesday, October 14, 2020

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The family of Sophie Sharon Ryall uploaded a photo

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Sophie Sharon Ryall

1927 - 2020