EFFIE VIOLET ISFORD

Condolences & Memories (2 entries)

• This is my eulogy to my Mother Effie that I never got to say in person because there wasn’t a service for her.. be that as it may .. Dear Mom, ❤️ Childhood memories are mixed in with Dad as we were fortunate to have both parents doing their best to raise us. Some of the memories that stand out for me is coming home from school and seeing a freshly baked pie or cake sitting on the counter. I remember mom driving us to school in her Rambler. I remember the fun times when we worked with her at Southwood golf and country club. My first real job. Mom's organizational skills were apparent at home and at work because things always ran smoothly when she was in her element. And then the next thing you know, it’s Mom being there to help me through the trials and tribulations of being a young mother and wife. I will cherish the years we lived together on and off in Newfoundland and all the love and support and guidance she gave me. My children .. make that all Mom’s grandchildren .. were blessed with unconditional love and attention from their Grandmother who clearly enjoyed spending time with them through their growing years right into adulthood. Being a great grandchild, Aiden was a special joy for my Mom and we both enjoyed the same antics with him we remembered doing when my kids were small. She relished what time she could with him. The same could be said for all her great grandchildren. I don’t recall as a child mom being a religious person. It was only years later when mom had the opportunity, I believe, to spend more time with her sister Emily, that mom developed more of a connection to the church. I think it was spiritually gratifying to her and it brought the two sisters closer together. Years later, as mom became an active member of Westminster United, I had the pleasure of accompanying mom to service periodically, moreso as her independence waned. It was a great comfort to her to still attend services and I believe she enjoyed greeting the regular members in attendance. Even though I’m not a religious person, I appreciated this time with my mother and still to this day I enjoy listening to the hymns that we both knew from over the years. These last few years have been challenging for Mom as her health declined and for me ( and Louise ) as caregivers. But through it all, playing these hymns for Mom has been a source of joy and comfort, for mom and for me. The additional Eddie Arnold or Jim Reeves or even Harry Hibbs song also brought a smile to mom‘s face as I’m sure they evoked happy memories from years past. Dear mom, For as long as I can remember, you have been by my side. To give me support To give me help For as long as I can remember, you have always been the person I looked up to. So much of what I have become is because of you and I want you to know that I appreciate you, thank you and will always love you. Life doesn’t come with a manual. It comes with a mother. - Posted by: lois isfjord (Daughter ) on: Dec 28, 2024

• Effie was a huge part of our lives growing up. Her and Henry were a wonderful couple. Our families spent lots of time together when we were young. They raised a wonderful family together and their home was always welcoming to others. Our Deepest Sympathy to all of her family on the loss of such a great lady. Heaven has gained a special person. Hugs to all of you❤️ - Posted by: Sue Golke Defoort (Family Friend ) on: Dec 28, 2024