We love you Marcia

[IrieStar]

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Even though I only chatted with Marcia a couple of times, I considered her the "Mom" of the board because she always was very helpful, informative and tactful. We will all miss her very deeply and we should find comfort to know that she is in a much better & peaceful place than we could ever imagine.

[mountaingal]

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This was posted today on the intranet site for the government office where Marcia worked:

IN MEMORIUM (TORONTO): Marcia Davidson, an inspirational colleague to so many of us, passed away on July 14, 2003.

Many of you knew Marcia as the User Centre Co-ordinator with the Technology & Business Solutions Branch (TBSB) at 400 University Avenue. She was a proud information technology professional, which was evident in the organizational and creative abilities she brought to her work in TBSB. Prior to joining IT, Marcia worked with the former Organizational Development Branch of the Ministry of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation.

Originally from Jamaica, Marcia never forgot her roots. She promoted her heritage with tremendous enthusiasm and simply loved, as she wrote, “All things Jamaican.” Many of us have had the fortune of experiencing a little bit of Jamaica through her personality, demeanour, creativity, determination and most of all, through her powerful smile.

Marcia was guided by a philosophy based on personal growth through introspection and altruism. She often expressed her philosophy through messages which she wrote herself and from quotes from individuals whom she admired. Many of you will remember the footer of Marcia’s e-mail messages, which always contained an inspirational thought for the reader. Here are some examples taken from her biography:

"Success can be its own undoing. It can breed complacency, false pride and personal under-development. These are the enemies of self-esteem and of excellence." – Marcia Davidson

"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then is not an act, but a habit."– Aristotle

Marcia was from a large family and had many friends from all over, including Georgia, London (UK), New York, Toronto area and of course, Jamaica. She never missed a family gathering or a special occasion and if necessary, created occasions to bring her family together. In May, she travelled to Atlanta to spend a couple of weeks with her brother and in early July, celebrated her birthday with family all around her. To attest to Marcia’s love of celebrations with family and friends, she has left them with a legacy of photographs and memories, which were shared at her visitation.

We are all richer for having known Marcia and we will miss her.

There was a link to this thread, to her bio on the Jamaicans.com Contributors page, and to her obituary published in the Globe and Mail. There was also a beautiful picture of her just as she looked the last time I spoke to her. It caught at my heart...

[coffeegyal]

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Condolences to Marcia's family and to the ja.com family. I've been away for a bit & just returned to this news. Wasn't able to write anything about it for several hours. Marcia was very special & gave very special encouragement. This thread is just a small indication of how many lives she touched and how many people are better for having known her, whether in person or online. 'Bye, Marcia. Thank you.

[dewdrop]

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I am so sorry to hear of Marcia's passing.I will pray for her family and all her friends who are experiencing pain at her loss to this community.

[Guest]

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Sweet Dreams Marcia

The smile on your face tells me so much
That you are sitting with angels, saints and such
Exchanging a story and singing a song
Of your walk here on earth even though not for long

You’ve touch those around you
Both those near and far
And it seems that they’ve touched you
That smile tells it all

So dream sweet dear Marcia
Your work here is done
The Master has called you
Your battle has been won.

[SistahD]

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(((((Compry))))) Your talent equalls your love! Beautiful words!

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[Hush Darlin]

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AMEN to that Compry
It is a very beautiful poem and its befitting of Marcia.

[Guest]

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(((SistahD))), (((Sweetsopp))), I went to viewing tonight. She has a smile on her face and I can't get that image out of mind. She seems so peaceful as if she's dreaming about something wonderful.

[CompryMon]

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I had never interacted with her on the board..or met her in person but i sure felt her words on jamaicans.com. I extend my heartfelt condolences to her family and friends. May you rest in eternal peace.

Marcia R.I.P

[tonirand]

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Originally posted by Compry:
[qb] Sweet Dreams Marcia


You’ve touch those around you
Both those near and far
And it seems that they’ve touched you
That smile tells it all

[/qb]

**sigh**

[Red Ants]

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Rest in Peace dearest Marcia.

[MiGranny]

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I have been away from the board for awhile with my own troubles. My own troubles now pales in comparison! Marcia gone from this place? I had no idea she was even sick. When she resigned, I was shocked but thought how draining her position was and that she needed a rest. I can't imagine this place without her. I have never met Marcia but I considered her to be the guiding force on this board.

Marcia, I will miss you lady. May you rest in a sweet and wonderful place.

[Ochigal]

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Compry Honey...me a beg you please....tap mekin me cry!!! [img]/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif[/img]

Lovely words though...truley lovely words.

I have to stop reading this thread at work.

[Guest]

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Originally posted by Ochigal:
[qb] Compry Honey...me a beg you please....tap mekin me cry!!! [img]/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif[/img]

Lovely words though...truley lovely words.

I have to stop reading this thread at work. [/qb]

(((Ochigal))), I didn't mean to make you cry although I have to admit, I was crying when I was writing it.

[Ochigal]

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((((Compry))))