Tina Seminara
April 17th, 2020
Tina Seminara, a cherished daughter, beloved sister, adored aunt, great-auntie and friend to so many around the world — you are desperately missed. Your vivacious personality, infectious giggle and zest for life will always be remembered. Can’t imagine life without you. You are and always will be missed. Celebration of Life later this year.
In Lieu of flowers, donations in honour of Tina can be made to either the SPCA or the Osoyoos Desert Sun Counselling & Resource Center.
You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence for the family.
Messages:
Angie and Mary...I have been shocked and haunted by this terrible news for almost a year now. I am so sorry that I will never see her smiling face again. I am grateful for the time we had together and for her encouragement to go back to school and become a lawyer. I have some photos I would like to forward and even a little super 8 clip of Tina playing baseball for Air Ontario. Please let me know where to send these. Hugs, Peter
My sincere condolences to Tina's family and friends. I worked with Tina while living in Hawaii. She was amazing and will be dearly missed. She did so much for Hawaii and those involved with the hospitality industry. She will truly be missed.
So many names from our childhood and later years. It is very kind of each one of you to have made time to honour my sister. I miss her dearly. Denise and Steve, how lovely to see your names! I think of you often and still have photos of a carnival we held! FOIPPA laws prevent me from accessing any of the emails attached to your posts....I wish I could thank each one of you in person. Angie
Dear Angela ... I’m shocked and really sad to hear about Tina. It must be so hard. I remember as a kid, playing at the corner of Maple & Water Street by the crosswalk. You two girls would sometimes be there - and Denise too. Maybe we were all around 6-8 years old? I didn’t know that Tina was in Osoyoos. I’m in Penticton - often - these past few years. So I know Osoyoos well. Anyway, I’m thinking of you. Both you & your mom are in my prayers.
Mrs Seminara and Angela, it is three months after Tina’s untimely passing, and I just had a feeling I should you folks up as I knew you were near Penticton, where I’m I going to visit in a few weeks. This is crushing news to me, and my heart goes out to you and your family. I cannot believe this has happened to a childhood friend. I will always remember the fun times on Cedar and Maple Streets of our youth, and I picture Tina as the fun and vivacious child she was, always up for an adventure. My deepest condolences to you. I know this is hard
Mary and Angela: I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Tina. My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Rest In Peace Tina! Mary Hanlon
Words are clumsy at the best of times. My wife Trish and having lived in Osoyoos for 10 years came to know Tina through the yoga and meditation classes she so wonderfully offered town residence & valley guests. She will always be remembered by us. We were saddened at the news of her untimely passing. White light to you, your family and friends.
I wanted to come by and thank all of you for sharing your memories and kind thoughts about Tina.....yes, Ann, those memories at the dairy barn at U of G are my favourites as well. Every day I wake up to a world where my sister is no longer here. We take comfort knowing she is safe in the arms of Jesus, but that doesn't take away the pain of our walk down here. Thank you one and all.... we can't get addresses to write you all personally (new FOIPPA laws) so this is the best we can do!
Mary, l am Norma Nestor's daughter. I have fond memories of your friendship with Mom. I offer blessings of comfort, peace and treasured memories to you and your family.
My dear friends, I was so saddened to hear of Tina’s passing and devastated to know what you would all be going through. May your many wonderful memories of happier times get you through this very trying time. I can’t imagine what it would be like to loose a daughter and sister. Please know Murray and I pray daily for all of you. God bless you all.
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My heart is broken by this devastating loss of a beautiful woman who was so sadly taken from her family, friends and community by a most incomprehensible act of violence. The sparkle of her eyes, the brightness of her smile, the goodness of her soul will forever be etched in our hearts. May you rest in peace my dearest friend.
To the Family of Tina I send sincere condolences. I just now came across this news of Tina's passing and I am saddened by it. I attended school at St. Paul's on Forest St with Tina and Angela. My God how the years have passed. I haven't had any contact with Tina in over 40 years, but I could never forget her infectious smile and friendly nature. My hope is that she continues to make those around her smile and laugh and that the cherished memories you have help you all in this time of grief. Rest in Peace Tina, and God Bless you all.
Mary and Angela....sooo sorry about Tina. Please know my prayers and thought are with you and your families. May God bless you with His peace and loving arms.
To my sister Mary , neice Angela & family my love and prayers are with you! My heart is with you now and always! Love Isabel xxz
To the family and friends of Tina, I offer my heartfelt condolences. I met Tina on Anarchist Mountain outside of Osoyoos, BC where we both built houses a decade ago. She was so friendly at a time when my husband and I knew no one in the area. She was always helping folks out with that beautiful smile. I am devastated over these events and can only imagine what you are all going through. You are in my prayers
Aunt Mary, Angela & family, Our hearts are with you all during this most unimaginable time. Have faith that God and your memories will carry you through. Our beautiful, forever memory of Tina will be of her dancing in the grass with our girls at your home in Guelph. XO
Angela and family, my heartfelt condolences to all of you with the passing of Tina. I have fond memories of my friendship with Tina throughout high school and when we lived together while attending Fanshawe College. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Warmest regards.
Aunt Mary, Angela and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Oh , how we wish we could be with you .Tina was one of a kind. Her zest for life, her laugh, her smile , she is missed by many! We are sending all our love and support to you all. God bless . Rest In Peace Tina .
Mrs Seminara, Angela and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. I to,have very fond memories of Tina-even if it was a long time ago. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in pease,Tina
Mrs. Seminara, Angela and family, I am sending you all my deepest sympathy, at this extremely difficult time. Know that you and Tina are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourselves and may your wonderful memories help ease the days ahead. Jo-Ann Foster
My condolences to the whole family. Tina was loved by so many. Always smiling. She will be missed. May she Rest In Peace
I will miss Tina dearly, she was a great colleague & friend. She always had the time to talk & listen and give advice. I will always remember her beautiful & infectious smile! My sincere condolences, thoughts & prayers are with her mother & sister & family. I know you are suffering her loss, just know that you have the support of many during this difficult time. Sending you many hugs & my your beautiful memories of Tina provide you with some comfort. ❤️
Aunt Mary ,Angela and family. I was so saddened to hear of Tina’s passing. Please know you are all In our prayers and thoughts. Much love and hugs to you all.
Dear Angela and family: I am so sorry to hear the news of Tina's passing. Trying to accept such a sudden loss seems impossible ... incomprehensible ... truly unbearable. I heard of it from another student in our high school class, just as we were sharing a photo from our COR retreat in high school. (Did you go on COR yourself, Angela? I have the photo if you would like it). Angela, I not only send my condolences, but more importantly, at this time, I want to leave you with a very happy memory of Tina: I remember you both so well. I remember when you, Tina, myself and my sister, would go and play in the dairy barns at University of Guelph. Four little girls jumping about in the hayloft, playing with the kittens. My favorite was a tabby with one eye. I seem to recall your Dad working at the University and that's how we got access. I think it only lasted a summer before someone in Admin found out there were a bunch of little girls playing in the barns around the cattle and up in the loft. Can't believe we got away with it as long as we did! Honestly, Angela, to this day, that is one of my favorite childhood memories. I remember us playing at your house, and you and Tina at ours. I remember all four of us also starting at St. Paul's wearing uniforms, in a school that didn't require uniforms! Remember that? In the days, weeks, months and years ahead, you'll be flooded with so many memories of Tina, and your lives together. I am praying -- PRAYING -- that you know at this moment, that all of us who knew Tina, are thinking of all the good times with her -- and you. And that in time, this is mostly what you'll remember yourself ... good times. Sending my deepest condolences and fondest memories ... Ann Cavanaugh (from the top of Maple Street!)
Aunt Mary,Angela and family. We are thinking of you all and wish we could be with you. We will always remember Tina's smile. When she came to Newfoundland for a visit she was so loving, cheerful, and fun to be around. She stole our hearts! God Bless you all! Rest in peace Tina.
Peter: thank you for your kind words. I have left a message on FB; would love to connect. I often wondered if Tina had any contact with you after you left BC. I covet any pictures et al of my sister. These would be much appreciated. Angie