In Celebration of

Barbara "Barb" Stewart

May 15, 1957 -  November 12, 2019

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Barb Stewart (Baechler). She was born in Goderich, Ontario and grew up in North Vancouver, British Columbia. She was predeceased by her parents Burt & Zeta Baechler. Barb is survived by her loving husband Greg Devitt and their two children Bryant & Jessica. Also lovingly remembered by her sister Laurie (Terry), brothers Jim (Judy) and John (Connie). She will never be forgotten by her nephews Brent (Judith), Jeff (Monica), Sean, Maxim and nieces Michelle, Makenna, Maya and Evelyn. Barb’s career in the airline industry spanned over 40 years. Her strong work ethic was recognized by her peers at Wardair, Canadian Airline, Hudson General & Air Transat where she held positions including Station Manager, Toronto, Senior Director, Airports & Senior Director, Procurement. Barb retired and spend the last few years building her dream homes in Tiny, Ontario and in Tambor, Costa Rica where she fell in love with the country and the people. Her family and her friends in the airlines will always remember Barb for her smile, her genuine friendship and helpful attitude to others. Barb we will miss you! Pura Vida!

A Celebration of Barb’s life will be held at Air Transat Hangar #4, (2450 Derry Road East, Mississauga). On Saturday December 7, 2019 from 1-4 p.m., with remembrances & tributes at 2 p.m.

PARKING INFORMATION

Due to the very limited parking available on-site we ask & encourage people to carpool, Uber or use public transit for their transportation needs. We will be offering shuttle service from Malton Go Transit Station, located just east of Airport Road on Derry Road from the hours of 1-4 p.m. (Hangar #4 Shuttle). We strongly encourage using the shuttle service as this will allow the members of the immediate family, event staff, and their vehicles use of the available parking on-site.

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Brian Beaton (Friend)

Entered November 24, 2019 from Clairville New Brunswick

Greg;

As mentioned in our talk and with my note. I once again forward to you and your family my deepest heartfelt condolences on the passing of Barb.

Our friendship goes back many years. Our friendship with Elaine and I, You and Barb goes back a few years. A great friendship that continued post Canadian and post my retirement from Air Canada and the Union. I will always remember buying her Suzuki Sidekick from her back in 93. To which I used for my two plus years in YVR and another 4 years in YHZ, driven by my son while he attended DAL.

Bruce Watson and myself drove that Sidekick for two years, thanks to Barb. A win win for us all.

And Barb and I had worked together Union/Company on a few occasions. She, always had that lovely smile and great laugh. Our Meetings were professional and personal. Wonderful. I will miss her

Many life long memories made and banked. I am here for you Greg, anytime. Respectfully, Brian

Camille Forest (Working with Barb as I was Supervisor, Central Baggage Department in Dorval)

Entered November 25, 2019 from Ste-Thérèse

I have always been impressed by her professionalism and the way she took care of the people around her. I have had the chance to spent four days in Cuba with her and a big Transat team, going there to train our people. Seeing her laugh with people while working just so hard day and night, was spectacular. I kept writing to her every year for her birthday until she retired from the company, even if I was then away from T.S. Please rest in peace dear Barb. You will always be a Great Woman for me.

Dothlyn Davis (Former Co worker)

Entered November 25, 2019 from Toronto

Condolences goes out to Barb's family she was always kind and full of joy whenever we spoke. Her love of Costa Rica was very evident in the way she spoke about it. Over the years I was privileged to facilitate her various trip

Dean McCunn (Friend and colleague)

Entered November 25, 2019 from Vancouver BC

I have nothing but fond memories of working with Barb. Unbelievable work ethic, supportive and a great sense of humour. As much as she loved her work, she always spoke more lovingly of Greg and the kids. I know she had dreams of Costa Rica and didn't realize that Barb and Greg ended up residing there. I shared many a glass of wine and laughs with Barb. My thoughts and prayers to Greg and the family.♥️

Carol Fines (Friend and former colleague)

Entered November 25, 2019 from Liverpool Nova Scotia

Gone but never forgotten. Lots of fun and fond memories! Rest In Peace dear Barb ! My sincere condolences to all her family and friends, she was a wonderful mentor and not too bad a golfer lol😘

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