Doreen Kane
August 5, 1960 to October 22, 2020
Obituary
Passed away peacefully on October 22, 2020, Doreen Kane, aged 60 years.
Predeceased by her parents Elizabeth and Cecil Kane, and brother Gordon Kane. Left to mourn with loving memories are her sisters Pauline (Robert Pomeroy) and Janet (Brian Collins); brothers Kevin (Betty), Lloyd (Linda), Robert (Joanne) and David; sister-in-law Dianne Kane; and, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, co-workers and neighbours.
Having retired from a professional career, Doreen was an avid gardener who took great pride in her beautiful garden. She also thoroughly enjoyed quilting and crafting with friends and family, and gifted special quilts and projects to charities.
Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held for her loving family only from Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Monday, October 26 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A private funeral service will take place at St. Michael’s and All Angels on Tuesday, October 27 at 2 p.m. for family only. Please register with Carla Riggs in order to attend. Donations in Doreen’s memory may be made to Iris Kirby House.
Hi Lloyd, my condolences to you, your daughters and the rest of your family. Doreen looks very much like you!
Sincerely
Basil Walsh
Dear Janet and Brian. Our heartfelt condolences on your loss. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Puglisevich family
To Polly, Bob & the Kane Family: So very sorry to read of Doreen’s passing at such a young age especially. I know you have lots & lots of great memories and family celebrations shared with Doreen over the years and I know these will bring you smiles in days to come. It’s never easy to loose a sister – our Grace is gone 30 years this year on Oct. 22nd! There are lots of angels sharing times together and watching over all of us! Know you are in our thoughts & prayers. God Bless!
Lloyd, Peter and I were very sorry to hear of your sister’s passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Elizabeth
My deepest condolences to the Kane family. Even through all the sadness, I’ll remember Doreen’s smile. I’ll also remember the touch of class she brought to celebrations in the library. It was just one of the ways she let people know they mattered. She will be missed.
I was so saddened and shocked to hear of Doreen’s passing. I grew up just 2 doors down from Doreen. She and my sister Laurie we buddies lol. Doreen was such a great neighbor to my parents when I moved away. She was always out chatting with the neighbors and always made sure she said hello to them when they were sitting out. I remember a couple years ago when I was home, she said she spent the whole day raking leaves. I remember joking with her and saying, ” that’s because you haven’t shut up chatting with everyone” haha, rake a bit, chat for 20 minutes haha. She loved to chat and that’s what made the neighborhood so special. She will be greatly missed for sure. I hope your in a better place Doreen. RIP
Kevin and Betty
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
I am very sad & shocked to hear of Doreen’s passing. Although I have not seen her in many years, I have wonderful memories of our times together in Junior High & High School! We shared many laughs & good times together! Deepest sympathy on your loss!!
Rest In Peace Doreen!
TO the Kane Family;
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Doreen’s passing. I grew up on Smith Avenue and have many fond memories of our childhood years. Over the years it was always nice to return to Smith Ave and see Doreen with a smile and a wave hello. My sincerest condolences to everyone.
Cathy Lantos
This is such sad news. Please accept my sincere condolances. Prayers and thoughts are with Doreen’s family at this most difficult time.
Lynne Loveys,
Wolfville, NS
Deepest condolences to the Kane family. I worked with Doreen for a number of years at the QE II Library and she was by my side through some of the most difficulty times of my life….Prayers and thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Rest in Peace Doreen.
Condolences to all the Kane Family at this difficult time. Bob was my next neighbour for years, Janet and I went to school together and Kevin has a home in our park in Florida. I would have loved to drop by but totally understand the situation, please know that my prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Doreen and her mother were our neighbours on Smith avenue for almost ten years. I remember her love for gardening. At the time, I was trying to tame a back garden full of flowers, Doreen and I shared many a chat about the state of our gardens.
My sincere best wishes to her friends and family. I know Doreen will be missed.
Jonathan Crowe
The Kane Family,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Doreen. We have very fond memories of Doreen growing up together on Smith Avenue. As we grew older, we grew apart but we still saw each other on occasion, tooted the horn gave a smile and a wave coming or going on Smith Avenue. We will miss Doreen .
My deepest sympathy to the Kane family.
Doreen was my neighbour for the past 30 years.
We enjoyed many neighbourly get-togethers of which Doreen was a big part.
She will be sadly missed .
I have known Doreen since she was a young lady. We often called each other “only Doreen” and I was “ only Linda”. But there was nothing “only” about Doreen! She always had a ready smile and a quick wit. We found her to be kind and generous. Her Christmas decorating skills are unsurpassed. We always looked forward to seeing what Doreen and Janet created every Christmas. She knew her own mind and shared her expertise and stories. Doreen even helped decorate and serve for our son’s wedding rehearsal party. She wasn’t one to seek attention but she sure deserved it many times. Our condolences from us and our two families here in Ottawa to Janet, Brian and family. And as well to the whole Kane families. Thoughts and prayers to all.
So sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. I knew Doreen at Memorial University and have to say that she was such a nice person. She always had time for a chat and her sense of humor and quick wit was amazing. Doreen will be missed by all that knew her. My deepest condolences to the Kane family, her friends and colleagues. Rest in Peace Doreen.
Bob, Joanne and family. So sorry to learn about Doreen*s. passing:( Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Harry & Patsy(Ivany) Bartlett
My sincere condolences to the Kane family. I only knew Doreen for a few years but in that time was very happy to know her. Doreen was my “boss” at the Library, but she didn’t act like one. She became a friend and we shared a lot of laughs together. When she came to my office door with a certain pose with one arm hooked into the other, leaning to one side, I knew she was there for the long haul – she had a story to tell. She had a great sense of humour. I am so saddened by Doreen’s passing and I hope you find comfort in the many stories you’ll share about Doreen. I am very sorry for your loss.
So sorry to learn of Doreen’s passing. I always found her to be great to work with and she had a terrific sense of humor as so many others have mentioned. A very nice person. My condolences to the family.
Please accept my Sincere Sympathy. May She rest in Peace
To the Kane family. Today is a very sad day. I worked alongside Doreen in several capacities but most recently as a colleague on the Joint Managers team.. I have fond memories of meetings over “tea” where we enjoyed the odd chuckle but still managed to get to the task at hand.. Condolences to all. Rest in peace, Doreen.
To Doreen’s family, I was saddened to hear of the passing of Doreen and send you each my deepest condolence. Doreen and I were childhood friends on Smith Ave. She was a witty, kind and thoughtful person and looked out for her neighbours. She will be deeply missed. So sorry for your loss.
Kevin, So sorry to hear of your sister Doreen’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.
I’m so sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. I met Doreen early in my career with Memorial and we had numerous chats over the years. She was a very kind, caring person with a quick wit and great charm. My sincere condolences to all of Doreen’s family.
I am shocked and so saddened to see this. I worked with Doreen initially as the HR Advisor to the QEII when we first transitioned to that model, and off and on again over the years. With my changes in positions, she was always willing to help and offer her insight. She was also a great cheerleader to me personally. We had lunch together several times a year to get away from work and just chat. She always spoke so lovingly of her family. My condolences to all of you. Such a huge loss for everyone.
Sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. I worked with her many years ago at Extension Service.. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Denise Burke
I am saddened deeply to hear of Doreen’s passing. I worked with Doreen at the QEII Library for many, many years. Doreen always had a great sense of humor, was always a great listener and was there to help wherever she could. Her friendship and guidance were appreciated so much, I will never forget her.
Rest in peace Doreen
Condolences to Doreen’s family ,. So sorry for your loss. We hung out well over 30 years ago and also enjoyed crafting projects with friends .So young . RIP Doreen
The Kane Family
I am so sorry to hear Doreen passed away so quickly. We had become close friends, especially since her retirement. She was a very caring and loving person, I will really miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Shirley Merils
Janet and family,
So sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Very sorry and shocked to hear of Doreen’s passing. Lots of fond memories of us growing up on Smith Avenue. My condolences to the family. So sad.
Kane Family,
Please accept our sincere condolences on Doreens passing. May she rest in peace.
So sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Doreen.
Janet and family.
So deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your baby sister. I remember her well from visits to your family home on Smith Avenue and St. Michael’s school. Cherish your memories and that will help to keep her close.
Janet and family.
So deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your baby sister. I remember her well from visits to your family home on Smith Avenue and St. Michael’s school. Cherish your memories and that will help to keep her close.
Karen (Andrews) Evans
Kevin, Betty, and other family members.
Please accept my sincere condolences on your sisters passing. While I did not know her personally,, the comments and messages speak volumes of her wonderful attitude…May she Rest In Peace!!!,
Janet and family,
We’re so very sorry for your great loss. Our condolences to you all.
The loss of a loved one is never easy. Wishing you strength and peace during this hard time.
On behalf of Captain Jamie Hill, the staff and all ranks of Mount Pearl #4507 Company, we extend our sincere and deepest sympathy to you and your family. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.
We are deeply saddened by Doreen’s passing. I have so many great memories – I’ll never forget her.
So very sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. It’s been 40 years or more since I visited your house but I remember it as always being busy and fun! Even then Doreen was always laughing and very funny….actually you all were! Another taken too young!
Sincere condolences to Doreen’s family.. I worked with Doreen at the QEII Library.. We would often have our coffee break together and chat and have a few laughs. We still kept in touch after her retirement. I was very fortunate to have her as a co-worker and a friend. Rest in peace Doreen.
Dear Janet, Brian and family,
I was shocked to read of Doreen’s passing. I think of my time at Extension Service and our connections there, much later at the QEII library, and then as a connection thru you both. I remember her smile, laugh and seemingly perpetual good humour. It was always a pleasure to see her. My deepest condolences to you all.
The Kane Family
Surprised to hear of Doreen’s passing. Knew her from my time at MUN Library. Condolences to all at this difficult time.
Joyce ANDREWS
So sorry to hear of the passing of Doreen. I worked at QEll Library with Doreen and had many a chat with her about our mom’s. She was taken way too soon and too young. RIP Doreen.
To the Kane family
I am so sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing and wish to express my condolences to all of you. So young, so sad. I know your memories of Doreen will help you in the coming days.
I will keep Doreen and the Kane family in my prayers.
I offer my condolences to Doreen’s family.
I worked with Doreen for many years and she was the backbone of the office with a great sense of humour and a laugh I recall clearly. She always tackled difficult problems with energy and wit.
Janet, Pauline, Carla and family. I am so sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. My sincere condolences to you all.
My sincere condolence to the family I had the pleasure to meet Doreen and her Mom several years ago and they both made a lasting impression on me such beautiful souls God speed she with the angels now, God Bless, take care Madonna Power
So sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. I worked at the QEII with Doreen for many years. During those years we had many chats especially about our moms. My sincere sympathy to all of her family. May precious memories help you all in in the days ahead.
Sincere condolences to Doreens family. We had lots of chats and laughs at the library. May Doreen Rest In Peace and rise in glory.
Kevin, Pauline and all of the Kane family so sorry to hear of your baby sister’s passing, condolences to all, rest in Peace Doreen
Janet and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your sister’s passing. May happy memories of time spent together sustain you in your time of sorrow.
With sympathy, Tom and Judy Prim
Kevin, Betty and Doreen’s extended family
It was with much sadness I learned through C.L.B. news that your loving sister had passed away.
My memory took me back to Smith Avenue where I too had resided for years, Enjoying many happy days. Please accept my sincerest condolences, and may Doreen rest in peace and rise in glory
Adrian Heffernan
On behalf of Memorial University Libraries, where Doreen worked for many years, I extend our deepest sympathies to Doreen’s family and friends. I worked briefly with Doreen and have fond memories of her laughter and how she found the humour in what was a very stressful job. Her colleagues, when remembering Doreen, noted the professionalism with which she approached her responsibilities and how she made time to listen to everyone. She always thought about what was best for each person she worked with and she often put the person and their needs before her own. She is gone much too quickly and she will be missed by all who worked with her.
My deepest sympathies go out to the Kane family. I worked with Doreen at Extension Service, And we stayed in contact over the years
My deepest sympathies are sent to the Kane family. Years ago when Doreen was leaving Extension Service at MUN and then go on to many successful years at Memorial, I was fortunate enough to be her replacement at Extension. She left big shoes to fill. Over the years we had opportunities to interact and when we retired we were part of a group of other retirees who met once a month for breakfast. I thoroughly enjoyed our times together and I’m saddened when I think Doreen won’t be there. Rest In Peace Doreen.
Kevin, sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. I met her through working at MUN and through my sister Delores. Who worked with her. Our.condolences. to you and the family. May she RIP.
Janet and Brian and family. Libby and I are sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. We would like to be there with you at this time and understand that is not possible. Take care.
To the Kane family, I am so sorry and saddened to learn of Doreen’s passing. She was a really nice person and I have so many fond memories of my friendship with Doreen. My sincere condolences.
To all the Kane family, we are so sorry to hear that Doreen has passed away. She was a lovely person and much loved by her family and friends. Sadly gone too soon and too young. Take care., love from the Ford family.
It was a shock to me to learn of Doreen’s illness and sudden passing. My thoughts and condolences go out to her family. She was quite a mainstay in the Queen Elizabeth II Library , and I enjoyed working with her for 20 years. Her contributions were many, both large and small, and her good humor provided for a pleasant work environment. I am very saddened by her passing. She is gone much too soon.
The kane family I was so shocked to hear about doreens passing. I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Doreen at mun for many years. She was a very beautiful person and will be missed terribly. She had a great sense of humor. It was a pleasure to have known her. RIP Doreen.
Bob and Joanne and family
So sorry to hear of your sister Doreen’s passing .
Thoughts and prayers to you all at this difficult time.
Paul and Therese Kelly
Bob and Joanne and family, we are so sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing.. I (Dorothy) worked with Doreen at Mun Extension many years ago. I remember well the fun times we had and the many lunch hours spent on Churchill Square. I will cherish those memories forever. I’ve thought of her often over the years and it saddens me to hear this news. Our hearts go out to you all.
Dorothy and Don French
Janet and family, so sorry to hear of your sister, Doreen’s passing.. Hopefully, the pain you feel today will be replaced by the wonderful pleasant memories you have of her.
So sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing away. I worked with Doreen at Extension Services. We had lots of fun times those many years ago. Our paths crossed over the years and we could pick up where we left off. May she Rest In Peace. I extend my Sincere condolences to Kevin and all Doreen’s Family and Friends.
So sorry for the families loss we went to United Junior High together . Such a nice lady.
I was sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. I worked with Doreen at MUN Extension Services many years ago and I have so many fond memories of fun times with her. My sincere sympathy to the Kane family
Kevin, sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. I met her through working at MUN of course. My condolences. to you and the family.
Dear Janet,
So sorry to hear of your sister’s ‘s death. Hope this time of sadness will pass and you’ll be left with wonderful, warm memories of Doreen.
Warmest Regards,
Greg and Mary
Kevin, so sorry to hear of your sister’s passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you and all family members at this time, GOD bless..
Janet, Brian and the Kane family
I was saddened to hear of Doreen’s passing. I have fond memories of her at your home and cabin when we hung out together in our school aged years. . Paul and I are thinking about you at this difficult time and we hope you can take comfort in all the happy memories. you have of her..
Kevin & the Kane Family:-
We are so sorry to learn of your sisters passing. Please accept our sincere condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad and difficult time.
I would like to extern my deepest sympathy to the Kane family. I worked with Doreen at Memorial for many years – first when she worked in Human Resources and then on recruitment matters when she worked in the Library. We continued our friendship at the monthly breakfast at Smitty’s a group of us retired folks enjoyed. Doreen was such a kind, caring person with a good sense of humour. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing
She was a wonderful person
Very talented and a great sense of humour
To the Kane family
I extend my deepest sympathies
I was so shocked and so very saddened to hear of Doreen’s passing. My sincere condolences to Doreen’s family.
Doreen was so very kind to me , and we shared a few chuckles, warm memories.
Doreen was such a lovely person.
I am so sorry for your loss.
I worked with Doreen for 10 years, always appreciating her honesty and pragmatism in getting work done while respecting individual needs and privacy. We kept in touch by text after her retirement and we connected when I was in town. I will miss her. My heart is sad at the loss of a very special person.
Dave: Jeff and I wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time. Please know that our door is always open and you are welcome to stop by any time.
To the Kane Family,
Sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. I worked at Memorial with Kevin and met with Doreen a few times over the years. Doreen was a really nice and caring person. My condolences to her family and friends.
To Doreen’s family
I was Saddened and shocked to hear the news of Doreen’s passing
I worked with Doreen for a short period of time but knew her over her career working at MUN
She was a wonderful friend
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time of your lives
RIP my beautiful friend
To The Kane Family: So sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. I remember the little girl who had such a zest for life when Gord and I were hanging out together in the 1960s. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Jerry Noseworthy
So sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. I am still in shock that she passed so suddenly. I was the HR Advisor for the Library for a number of years and worked closely with her during that time. We had a great working relationship and got along really well. She was a really nice person and I enjoyed the many chats we had about family and friends. She always spoke so highly of her family. My condolences to all her family and friends. May she Rest In Peace.
Dear Doreen’s family and friends , Please accept my love , prayers and condolences on the passing away of Doreen . A beautiful fine lady ! Rest In Peace Doreen! Blessings ! Gloria Baird
I was saddened to learn of Doreen’s passing. Although it’s been many years since I saw her, I have so many wonderful memories growing up with Doreen on Smith Avenue. Please accept my sincerest sympathy. Godspeed.
Fly high with the Angels, Doreen. Your kindness and wit will never be forgotten.
Sincere heartfelt condolences to all of her family and colleagues of the QEII Library.
Rest In Peace my friend.
Paulette Noseworthy
So sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing.
Sending our deepest condolences to Joanne and Bob and the Kane family.
So sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. Deepest condolences to the Kane family. Thinking of you all at this very sad time.
Ruby and Derek French
I remember fondly many chats about many things when I worked at the QEII. She had such a wicked sense of humour! My condolences to all who mourn her passing. My heart goes out to each of you.
Bob, Joanne and Kane Family. So sorry to here of Doreen’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Rick Bowering and Dianna Peddle
Bob, Joanne and family, we are so sorry to hear your very sad news of Doreen’s passing. You are in our prayers and thinking of you at this very sad time…
I am still in shock after hearing of Doreen’s passing. We worked together for many years. Her professionalism and friendship will always stay with me. She had such a jovial side to her. I will miss her. My deepest condolences to her family. She went to young.
Sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing. She was a co-worker and a friend. My thoughts are with you all at this time. I will miss her.
My condolences to Doreen’s family. I met Doreen a few years ago through a mutual friend and was lucky enough to have spent some social time with her. She was such a gentle and pleasant lady.
So sorry to the hear the news of Doreen’s passing. It seems to be just yesterday that we graduated high school but also hard to believe how long ago it was that we met when we were at Aunt Loretta’s and Uncle Eric’s cabin…just next door . My sincerest condolences.
Bob & Joanne & Kane family.
So sorry & sad to hear of the sudden passing of Doreen.
A beautiful person. My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Take care &
Stay safe
Love
Nanny Phyllis.
So sad to hear of Doreen’s passing.
I worked with Doreen and was proud to have her as a friend. We shared many enjoyable lunches since retiring. We also shared a love of quilting and exchanged pictures of our latest projects.
I will miss her lovely smile and wonderful laugh .
Deepest sympathy to the family,
Jill Charlebois
So sorry to hear of Doreen’s passing.
She was a great neighbor to our dad Fred Young.
No words can express the sadness I am feeling upon receiving the news of Doreen’s passing, my life long friend of 50 plus years. I have so many wonderful memories of our friendship that will become more precious. Even though I am away from Newfoundland for 27 years our friendship never faded, We always kept in touch and I made it my mission that whenever I went home that we got together and reminisced. I feel like I have loss a member of my own family. My condolences to the entire Kane Family. May she rest and peace.
My sincerest condolences to Doreen’s family. She loved you all very much.
I worked with Doreen for almost 20 years and I know that many (me included) will miss her friendship, humor and quick wit. She was a talented seamstress, gardener, chef, baker and could do pretty much anything she set her mind to. Godspeed Doreen, you will be missed.