ANDREA GAIL SABEL

Condolences & Memories (10 entries)

• Andie, my cousin and best friend, We were so lucky to grow up in a close-knit family. Birthdays, holiday celebrations and our annual summer vacations were always enjoyed together. I can see us at Bemidji, running down the grassy hill from the silo to the beach, where we played in the water all day. If the day was rainy, we would play rummy in the lodge, with Grandpa George. He always won! As we got older, we had many family picnics at Grand Beach, Winnipeg Beach or Gimli. We had lots of fun and Grandma's Gil's great cookies. Your birthday parties were epic- Grandma Gil's cookies and a Jeanie's cake! Christmas dinner would find either Barry and Lynn or you and I laughing uncontrollably and getting the punishment of doing the dishes. We would insist on watching Scrooge, even though we were frightened and had nightmares. Our lives were so interwoven- dance lessons, skating and tobogganing in the winter and riding our bikes in the summer. Sleep-overs were frequent and we delighted in making random phone calls to inquire if the fridge was running. When we got an affirmative answer, we would suggest they go out and catch it! We would then flop on the bed in a fit of hysterical laughter. When Lynn and Richard married, we were both so excited to be bridesmaids. As teens, we became Beatlemaniacs, We started attending community club dances and loved our Winnipeg bands. When it was time for our weddings, we were maids of honor for each other. When you and Gord returned from Thunder Bay, we lived close to each other in Charleswood. Those were busy days, as we worked while raising our kids. We both worked at Children's Hospital and managed to see each other for coffee and often got together to take the kids on outings on the weekends. I have very fond memories of good times at your cottage. I think you were a miracle worker as you managed to raise two amazing kids who didn't have sibling squabbles. I wish I knew how you accomplished that!! You were a wonderful wife to Gord and a great mother to Marla and Chris. When the kids were grown, you and Lynn and I had a wonderful cruise together. I was so proud of you when you ventured into the ocean to romp with the sting rays. You had always been nervous of the water and you were so brave to conquer your fears and enjoy the experience. You showed the same bravery as you faced your illness, You would tell me the clinical situation as it changed over time but you never complained about the effects you were experiencing, You were so brave, Andie. You loved your children so much and were so happy to have your beautiful granddaughters. I miss our visits, emails and phone calls. You and Lynn have always treated me as another sister and I have been so fortunate to have such a loving relationship with you both. I have loved you dearly my whole life and I feel that in some way, we will be reunited in spirit. You are one of God's good people and will be missed by all your family and friends. Love always, Val - Posted by: Valerie Blank (cousin) on: Sep 23, 2024

• Our sincere sympathy to Andie's family. We got to know her through her sister Lynn and brother-in-law Richard and their family. We become good friends over the months and years as we got to know her better and as we encouraged her on her cancer walk. I will miss her and our telephone conversations. She was a very sweet person!! - Posted by: Glenna Berger and Herb (Friend) on: Sep 06, 2024

• Dear Gord & Family: So very sorry to hear of Andie’s passing. Andie was besties with my sister Barb Hollyoake and I did know her over the years thru this connection. I got to know her well when we both started our cancer journey’s at around the same time. Andie was a lovely human being and is going to be sorely missed. Big hugs to you all. - Posted by: Iris Goertzen (Friend & Sister Barb Hollyoake) on: Sep 04, 2024

• Gord, Marla, Chris, Lynne, Richard and families: Jim and I send our condolences, love and hugs for your loss of Andie. She was a true friend. We met while working at Children’s Hospital, when we were 19. We always kept in touch and even more so after we retired. Andie always thought of others and would worry for you and with you. Also, we had many, many laughs and some tears together over the years. She was frank and honest and loving. She loved her family and talked about them so often. I will miss her so much. Love you, girl❤️❤️ - Posted by: Jim and Valerie French (Friends) on: Sep 04, 2024

• Our hearts go out to Gord, Marla, Trevor, Audrey, Chris, Allison, Helene, as well as dear Lynne, Richard and all your family. Andie and I have known each other since we were 11 or 12 years old. We’ve had many fits of laughter and great times together over the years. She was always by my side through tough times and celebrations too. We were not only best friends, but like sisters too. I know when my time comes, I’ll see you in heaven dear Andie. 🌸🌺🪻🌻🌷🌸🌹 - Posted by: Cheryl and Bill Wright (Friends for ever.) on: Aug 31, 2024

• Dear Gord and family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences. - Posted by: Bob Neufeld (Friend) on: Aug 31, 2024

• Dear Gord, I was deeply saddened to read of Andie’s passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family. God Bless. Jim Sheidow St. Albert, AB. - Posted by: Jim Sheidow (Old “Best” friend from Neil Ave.) on: Aug 31, 2024

• Gord and family, so sorry you lost Andrea. Deepest Condolences from Rena and I. - Posted by: Jim Toews (Friend ) on: Aug 31, 2024

• Sincere condolences, Gord and family. - Posted by: Stan Penner (Friend of Gord) on: Aug 31, 2024

• My Sincere Sympathy to you Gord, Marla. Chris and Lynn and families. I will miss our almost daily (lengthy) phone visits. Andie was always so caring about everyone around her. Because her spiritual beliefs and mine were so similar, we will meet again my friend. Love Judy. - Posted by: Judy Klimack (Friend) on: Aug 31, 2024