Katja KESSIN

Katja (MacLeod) Kessin, PhD February 7, 1959 - April 1, 2006 It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Katja Kessin, beloved mother of Darcy-Jonas, Katrina and Audrey; daughter of Ernst and Eva Daszkowski; sister of Petra, Joachim and Alexandra; and best friend of Sara. Katja moved from Hamburg, Germany in 1979 and made Montreal her home. Artist and teacher at Concordia University, she was much loved by her students. The power of Katja's paintings reflected her unique vision. She lived life to its fullest and is an inspiration to all who knew her. Katja will be greatly missed by her children and Darcy MacLeod. She will be remembered as a wonderful mother and devoted friend. A service will be held on Friday, April 7 at 10:30 a.m. at Rosedale-Queen Mary United Church, 6870, rue de Terrebonne, NDG. Katja volunteered her time at Auberge Transition. Through her artwork, she was able to help many women and children heal from the effects of abuse. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Auberge Transition C.P. 266 Succ. NDG, Montreal, Quebec, H4A 3P6, 514-481-0495 Do not stand at my grave and weep; I am not there. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn rain. When you wake in the morning hush, I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circling flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry; I am not there, I did not die. Published in the Montreal Gazette on 4/5/2006