IVY MARJORIE EDWARDS (BILLINGS)

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IVY MARJORIE EDWARDS (BILLINGS) Peacefully, with her two boys sitting faithfully by her side, Ivy Edwards (Mum, Nanny, Great-Nanny) passed away at Stonewall Hospital in Stonewall, Manitoba on April 18, 2018, just two weeks past her 104th birthday. Ivy is lovingly remembered by her two sons, Daryl (Val) and Larry (Joyce); grandchildren, Michael, Dawn (Ron), Murray (Erin), Joel (Julie), Lani (Ben), Kara (Troy), Cory (Kathryn), Scott (Kristen) and Codi (Ian); and 22 great-grandchildren, cousin Shirley Lockhart and family, and numerous friends, including Cycelia Lazarowich and Muriel Lillies. She is predeceased by her parents, Archie and Mary Billings; her husband Cecil; and special friend Donna Jensen. Ivy was born on March 30, 1914, in Stonewall, where she lived all of her long, full life. She was the only child of Archie and Mary, who passed away in 1969 and 1949 respectively. She married the love of her life, Cecil, in 1942, and they raised their two boys while Cec worked for Land Titles in Winnipeg. Ivy also worked for Manitoba Telephone System at various times throughout her life. Shortly after Cec passed away in 1972, grandchildren began to pop into existence, and Ivy began her new role as "Nanny", a title that she wore devotedly for the rest of her life. She moved into Stonewall Lions Manor in 1989, where she enjoyed the company of many friends. Per Ivy's wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no funeral service. Instead, her family will celebrate her long life and cherish their memories of her daunting spirit at a private celebration in the summer. Flowers are gratefully declined, if anyone so desires, please make a donation to a charity of their choice in her name. At this time, the family wishes to thank Dr. Pinniger for his professional and dedicated care of Ivy's health over many years, as well as the many nurses and committed staff at Stonewall Hospital during her last few days. We would also like to acknowledge Michelle Loehmer and the compassionate home care staff working out of Lions Manor for looking after Ivy for many years. Rest well, Mum, Nanny, Great-Nanny. You will be missed, and we will always remember you. Even if you could never keep our names straight. Ken Loehmer Funeral Services 204-886-0404

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 21, 2018