Comments on: Burns Supper Lifesavers (For a’ That)

By: Pat Crowe

Pat Crowe — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 22:23:42 +0000

I have just now read the accounts of my sister of the efforts that she and Colin performed that evening beyond the skirl of the pipes and toasts.

I have read the acknowledgements and praises towards Kelly and Colin. I too am a nurse and have performed CPR and know from personal experience that not all outcomes are as positive as this. I encourage everyone who has been touched by this event,to tell their friends, relatrives and neighbours this story and its happy end and promote the need for all people, young and old, to become educated in CPR and first aid.

I hope the gentleman has recovered, has returned home and is in the care of his obviously loving family as I write this wee note.

In closing, I would also like to publically state that I am very proud of Kelly, my sister and of Colin for acting quickly and decisively in this crisis situation.

Regards and best wishes to all,

Patrick Crowe

By: John Gray

John Gray — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:05:45 +0000

I am one of the many nephews of the gentleman you saved. Our family cannot thank you enough for saving his life. Aunt Janet and Uncle Lawrence are “simply the best” and I wish uncle a speedy recovery.

My brother David also sends his thanks and gratitude for all that has been done for him.

Love from John, Geraldine, Rachel, Stephanie and Victoria.

By: Kelly Crowe

Kelly Crowe — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:25:12 +0000

No problem Walter, I’m glad to hear it…I’ll pass some information through Colin.

By: Walter Vaughan

Walter Vaughan — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 05:52:26 +0000

Hi Kelly,We had an executive meeting last night and you will be happy to know that the executive of Branch 66 passed the purchase of a defibrillator and CPR training.I have been put in charge of looking after this as a member of the executive. I would like to discuss this further with you and colin if possible,can you please contact me through my e-mail address which I believe you have.

Yours in Comradeship

Walter Vaughan
Sgt. at Arms
Youth Education Chairman
Branch 66

By: Kelly Crowe

Kelly Crowe — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 05:22:11 +0000

I just wanted to let everyone know that we have read your all of your comments and appreciate your good wishes…my Mom is good at keeping me informed when you write! Thanks for reaching out to us, it is very kind of you all.

Warm Regards,
Kelly and Colin

By: Jacqueline Brown

Jacqueline Brown — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 22:24:30 +0000

Hi, Kelly & Colin.
Having been agnuished over the sad news of my uncles ill health, this has had such an impact on the whole family, I’m so delighted that you guys were there, in the right place at the right time you knew what to do and you did it so well.
My parents Ian and Theresa are very gratefull to you both, as are Jacqueline, Derek, Gary, and extended family.
From the family: we would like to offer thanks to the friends of “Auntie Net” and “Uncle Lawrence” who are offering them huge support. The Brown Family Scotland XXX

By: tom walsh

tom walsh — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 01:31:38 +0000

my name is tom walsh and I am a colleage of larry giffin as we are both in the same colour party
I would also like to express my heartfelt thanks for the marvelous work that colin and kelly performed on that fateful night without their wonderful expertise I am sure the result would have been total heartbreak for their family once again from all the members of branch 66 colour party and comrades of the branch thanks from all of us
yours tom walsh
1st vice president branch 66 royal canadian legion

By: Gordon R

Gordon R — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 19:09:10 +0000

Kelly And Colin,I am the oldest grandson to the gentleman who’s life you saved at the Burns celebration. I too would like to thank you both from the bottom of my heart for your heroic actions you both took to save my grandfathers life. I could not image a world without him here. My grandfather still has so much to do in life and because of you he can. Like my sister said he is a very important part of our lives and now he continues to be because of the two of you. I will never forget that night or the names of the two heroes who saved his life. Colin and Kelly will always remain heroes in the eyes of my family and I.

Thank you both very much.

Gordon.

By: Shirley Crowe

Shirley Crowe — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 14:37:34 +0000

Good Morning Kelly.
Your dad and I are so very proud of you. Last Tuesday I mentioned your experience to my Sweet Adeline Chorus. They were totally impressed and our Director Maureen asked if anyone in the chorus had CPR training. Almost half of the ladies raised their hands so that made us feel safer. All the best and keep up the good work.

Love to both you and Colin

Mom and Dad Crowe

By: Nicola R

Nicola R — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 04:28:39 +0000

Kelly and Colin, I am the eldest grandchild to the gentleman who’s life you saved. There will never be any words that I or my family could express to show the gratefuliness, graditude and appreciation for your presence at Branch 66 Burns celebration. Your willingness to assist in a crisis not only saved the life of one gentleman, but the lives of all of us who would be lost without him. You have saved one of the most important men in my life and for this I will be forever in your debt,

All the best and many Thanks,

Nicola.