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Seema Lynn Duggal - Obituary

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of Seema Lynn Duggal on February 20, 2018. Seema left us peacefully at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto, ON, surrounded by family who will miss her immensely.Seema will be deeply cherished and missed by her common-law husband of 8 years, Terry O'Grady, her mother Sudesh Duggal, her sister Reema Duggal, her nephews Vikram Lal and Hari Lal and her brother in law Prashant Lal. She is predeceased by her father, Harbans Duggal.Born in Moncton, New Brunswick on March 15, 1967, Seema grew up in Riverview, New Brunswick. She attended Riverview High School and went to St. Mary’s University and New Brunswick Community College, studying Business. She worked for many years in the tech industry, including working for Compaq and IBM. She had just a started a great new job at Diabetes Canada.Seema brought a smile to everyone’s face, loved to laugh, was a loyal friend, and was a joy to be around.Seema successfully managed Type 1 diabetes for 47 of her almost 51 years of life, and was a great champion in the search for a cure for this disease that affects almost 11 million Canadians.In lieu of flowers, the family would welcome donations to be made in Seema Duggal’s name to Diabetes Canada.In lieu of condolences, we would kindly ask that you propose a toast to Seema – about the best you remember of her.

Memories

Bonnie Starzomski | 22-May-2018
Sudesh, I recently heard of Seema's passing, and I am very sorry for your loss. Losing a child is something none of us expects. I hope that your sweet memories of her will help to ease your grief.Mandi Hickman | 06-Mar-2018
I wish to send my deepest condolences to my cousin Terry and to all of Seema’s friends and family. I didn’t know Seema well, however, I will always remember her beautiful smile and welcoming personality. May she Rest In Peace.Terry Mardini | 01-Mar-2018
Seema and I were colleagues at IBM Canada in 1999/2000. I learned of her passing early this morning through a mutual friend. I am deeply saddened by this news. Seema was always positive. and with a beautiful smile. She was passionate about work, professional and was always ready to give advice. She spoke openly about her diabetes, which I really admired and respected. She was a natural leader with great ideas. My deepest condolences to the Duggal family and Mr. Terry O'Grady. RIP dear Seema.Nitin Thukral | 28-Feb-2018
I had the pleasure of working with Seema at IBM Canada. I admired her positivity and caring attitude, and I will miss her warm smile. My thoughts and prayers are with Seema's family and loved ones through this difficult time.Cindy MacCallum | 26-Feb-2018
I remember lots of fun times and great conversations with Seema. My heart and thoughts are with you all.Alka Issar | 26-Feb-2018
Seema was a confident and caring person. Our deepest condolences to Reema and the whole family! Our prayers are with you in this difficult time.John MacDonald | 26-Feb-2018
Reema and Family. Our deepest sympathies on a life lost too young. It has been many years since I was introduced to your little sister but I recall her big smile and laugh. John and Beatrice MacDonaldDebi King | 26-Feb-2018
As the Receptionist here for Diabetes Canada, I got to know Seema rather briefly but she left an impression on me right from when she came in for her interviews.
She was very friendly and talkative with me, which I liked. We chatted about Diabetes and some of the things that we go through with that (her with Type 1 and myself with Type 2). I know that she was very happy here and I feel very privileged to have gotten to know her even that brief period of time. My heart goes out to all her family and friends.Vimlesh & Ajit Gautam | 26-Feb-2018
We knew Seema from her schooldays. She was very independent and confident young girl. she always knew what she wanted, in spite of her medical condition she went after it and achieved what she wanted. We express our sincere and deepest sympathy to Sudesh and her family. May God give you strength and courage to bear this tremendous loss. Regards, Vimlesh & Ajit GautamValerie and Judy O'Grady | 26-Feb-2018
I have spent the last two weeks trying to be there for my son as he faces the greatest tragedy he has ever known. As I sit at home this evening before Seema's service, I am reflecting on the short time that we have known Seema. She came into Terry's life while Judy and I were living in the east coast. By the time I met Seema, they had been together for two years already. Terry fell very hard for Seema almost immediately.
They really were each other's best friend. They supported each other through many difficult times. As a couple, they each accepted and respected the other, their very diverse families and supported each other's family members when it was needed. I will very much miss the sparkle that Seema brought to my son's eye. Thank you Seema for letting my son know how worthy he is of love. - Valerie (Mom)
Seema, you are deeply missed and will be deeply cherished for all that you brought to Terry and our family.. Fly strong girl and come back to us anew. - JudyPaul & Suman MIller | 25-Feb-2018
Seema always had a smile and kind words to share. She always made time for us especially when we travelled to Moncton long time ago. We consider ourselves lucky to have share time with her. We will miss you.Melissa & Simon Patterson | 25-Feb-2018
I know there are no words to take away the pain and sadness of losing Seema. Instead my message is a celebration and thank you to Seema for all the joy, happiness, friendship, memories and love she brought to my big brothers life. She was his best friend, his soul mate and I know she will live on in his memories. I have lived abroad for many years but both my husband and I had the pleasure of getting to know and spending time with Seema each time we returned home. Seema and Terry always welcomed us into their home. Seema was warm, gracious, friendly and in Irish terms "great craic!". As family she was full of life, love and fiercely competitive; a perfect match for my big brother. My sincere condolences to Seema's loved ones. Thank you to Seema for loving my brother and being part of our lives and family. You will forever be missed and loved.Ghansham & Usha Amin | 25-Feb-2018
Known Seema when she was young and growing up in Moncton. Our prayer to give strength to the family to go through this difficult time. May god rest her soul in peace.Moolchand and Madhu Mehra | 25-Feb-2018
Very sad news. We shared time with her family in Moncton, and saw her growing as a beautiful adult from the very first day of her life. She shall be missed by all near and dear ones. Our deepest condolences to Mother Sudesh for this irreparable loss.Anita & Pandurang Ashrit | 25-Feb-2018
Very saddened to learn of Seema’s passing away at a young age. We mostly knew her through Sudesh’s eyes. Our heartfelt condolences to Sudesh & family. May all the sweet memories of Seema help you in this difficult moment.Naren and Susan Srivastava | 25-Feb-2018
So sad. So sad.
Knew her whole life from Moncton. Our deepest condolences to Sudesh.Peter & Barbara Flynn | 24-Feb-2018
Our family met Seema as a young girl growing up in Riverview. I provided child -care for Seema for a several years. Seema was always smiling; a polite and a precious child. Our oldest daughter, Tamara, (France) continued through school together until graduation remaining friends on Facebook until Seema’s passing. Tamara and I reminisced about Seema today......sweet, intelligent, strong in the face of adversity, caring and loving. Our deepest sympathy to her family and partner. Fly with the angels, Seema. Rest in peace knowing your time on earth was well done.Ela Morrison | 24-Feb-2018
Seema and Reema always like my little sisters even though we have not spent much time together in recent years. Sudesh my auntie. Harbans my uncle. Love you all. As little girls Seema loved to play with my barbie dolls. I know she is in a better place now. Love to you too her husband whom I have not meet.Scott McElman | 24-Feb-2018
I have known Seema her whole life. We were born on the same day, same hospital, hours apart. We walked to our first day of school together for Grade 1 at Cleveland Elementary. She always called me her big brother, and I would respond back that she was my little sister. As students at Saint Mary’s University, we used to prank people we met, by telling them that we were actually twins, and laughed when they looked at us with surprise.
Our paths diverged many years ago, but through technology, we would still make an effort to wish each other Happy Birthday. This March 15th, I’ll toast her with a fine 18 year old Scotch I’m sure she would have appreciated. Cheers little sis, you will be missed.Lisa Robichaud | 24-Feb-2018
I knew Seema as a child in Riverview as her mom was my grade 6 teacher. She was always smiling and happy! So sorry to hear this news. Sending my love and prayers to her mom and sister!Paul Nielsen | 23-Feb-2018
We had a bond that comes from being able to understand each other deeply. She knew how to understand my challenges and she sought me out for counsel on so many of her challenges. You will all understand that I said to her one day "Seema, when you have a date picking you up at 7:30 and when he knocks on the door at 7:32, the first thing out of your mouth really shouldn't be "you said 7:30"". Seema had an attention to detail that was key to her own satisfaction and dissatisfaction in so many others in the world. Not in a judgy way, but it was at odds with who she was and I loved her for who she was and how she changed me. Miss you Seema. PaulJohn Reidy | 23-Feb-2018
I only got to know Seema briefly during her too short time here at Diabetes Canada. What I did learn was her enthusiasm and good nature as well as her belief in what we are doing and excitement about her part in it. She left a big impression in a short time. She will be missed. Our condolences to her husband and mother on this premature loss.Susan Clarke | 23-Feb-2018
Sad to hear the news that Seema passed away. I am sorry for your loss. She will be remembered by her grad class of 1985. I had the opportunity to see her at our last reunion in 2015. Always a positive smiling person. I'm so sorry for all of you.Billy Welch | 22-Feb-2018
The prettiest (and damn smartest) girl on Berkley Dr. Prayers to your loved ones. Rest well and I know you will be embracing your new journey. XxxxxDavid McCluskey | 22-Feb-2018
RIP Seema. You always had a happy smile. Your Mom was one of my favourite teachers in Riverview too. Condolences to Reema, Mom and family.Deanna LeBlanc | 22-Feb-2018
I was truly saddened to hear of the unexpected passing of Seema. Her and I were childhood friends brought together by our Cleveland Avenue/Frank L. Bowser teacher mothers. I learned first hand about diabetes when she took a reaction and needed orange juice I remember being so inquisitive and her being so patient with me with all my questions. She was a kind and gentle friend. Please accept my sincere condolences Mrs. Duggal and Reema and the rest of your family. I will be thinking of you in the days to come through this difficult time. Deanna LeBlanc, Riverview, NB.