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EDNA FORTIER
Born: Nov 14, 1924
Date of Passing: Oct 18, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryEDNA FORTIER Edna Fortier left this life peacefully on October 18, 2012 after living many years with illness in dignity and grace. Born November 14, 1924, in Emerson, MB where she grew up on a Depression-era farm with her parents (Albert and Hulda deceased (d)), her sisters (Della, Martha (d)), and her brothers (Walter (d) and Cliff (Mary)). A woman who sought learning wherever she could find it, she eventually left to work for the Manitoba Telephone System as operator in Roland and Morden, MB. Her arrival in Pine Falls in 1951 changed her life. With encouragement from friends (Son and Donalda (d)) she met and married Thomas deBlois Fortier and went on to have three daughters: Verla (sons Max and Jesse); Patricia (Paul D.); and Gail (Paul V., children Blythe and Tommy). Her home was welcome and joyous even as she nursed Tom through his long illness. She cared in their last days for her mother, Hulda, and her father-in-law, Tom Fortier Senior. She also offered a home to Gail and her children in the first years of their new lives. She was close to her nieces (Elaine (Dale), Lorraine (d)) and nephews (Ronnie (d) (Marie), Dennis (Margaret), Greg (d), Larry (Doris). Her Annapolis Royal, NS family included Tom's adopted' brother Ray (Eileen). Her adventurous spirit led her to happy travels in Kenya, India, Central America, the USA and every festival in Manitoba. A constant friend to neighbour and stranger, her selfless acts of kindness were many. As Mom and Nana, she was a model to her children and her children's children of generosity, strength and love. Edna also gave to her community of Pine Falls, being life member of the Royal Canadian Legion, past president of the Curling Club, first woman member of the Church of the Advent vestry, member and former Worthy Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star, as well as volunteering in the hospital and in the personal care home. Contributions can be made in her name to the Sunnywood Personal Care Home, the Pine Falls District Health Foundation, the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Manitoba or the Alzheimer's Society of Canada. Our gratitude goes to all who supported her including friends, the home care ladies and the extraordinary staff at the Sunnywood Personal Care Home. A Christian who was unafraid of death, may she be restored and rejoicing now. All will be welcome at a memorial service to celebrate her life at 11:00 a.m. December 20, 2012 in the Pine Falls United Church. Cards and letters will be received at her former address and post box. SOBERING FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM, Beausejour 268-3510 or MB Toll Free 1-877-776-2220 www.soberingfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 27, 2012
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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I will always remember Edna has a pillar in the community of Pine Falls and also in the Church of Advent in Pine Falls. She was always there for her family and and there every Sunday in the same pew at our church. I always think of you as I drive by your house. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. - Posted by: Judy Fenez (Neighbor) on: Dec 14, 2012
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Mrs. Fortier was definitely a good person.I have many childhood memories of her, growing up. One that stands out in my mind,is when her daughter Verla was running for Winter Carnival Queen in Pine Falls. They were selling tickets with proceeds going to PFRA,and the candidate with the most tickets sold,won! Well,Mrs. Fortier was offering a prize of five doLlars to whomever helped sell the most tickets,and me,being the ever-determined kid,sold the most....and all in ONE NIGHT! I remember going into Mrs.Fortier's kitchen to proudly warm up,and handed in my tickets and money,and collected my well-earned five dollars!! Thanks for the memory,friend.Rest Well....until we meet again! Xo - Posted by: Lynda Miller (Sawchyn) (a kid from town) on: Oct 27, 2012
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My deepest sympathies - I often saw your mother in the nursing home when I went to see my Aunt Frances and thought of you all often (especially you Verla). I have many good memories of your mother from our younger years. She was always so glad to welcome me into your home and I always enjoyed my visits there. No matter how much you are prepared for our parent's deaths we are never fully prepared. It is still emotional and sad for the end. You were very lucky to have a mom like yours and I think of you all often. I would love to hear from you sometime Verla - it would be nice to chat again. Thinking of you all. - Posted by: Margaret (Manson) Smeall (Friend of the family) on: Oct 27, 2012
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Edna was alway a bright light sitting in her pew and singing EVERY hymn with such feeling. I have a plant in my garden she graciously shared with me and will treasure it all the more. Rest peacefully Edna. God bless you - Posted by: Nancy and Don Robson (friend from Church of the Advent) on: Oct 27, 2012