Edith Ambrose

Edith Ambrose (nee Vier)

Peacefully on June 26, 2003, Edith Ambrose passed away at home just short of her 85th birthday.

Predeceased by her husband, William, on June 1, 2002.  She will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by her children, Patricia (Milt), Rodney (Mariam), Linda (Ken), Donald and Dianne (Lawrence), her 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.  She is also survived by one sister-in-law and by her late husband's sister and 3 brothers as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Born in Winnipeg, MB, Edith enjoyed her early years on the farm at Starbuck, MB.  Mom was the last of her family, having been predeceased by her mother Lillian, her father Herbert and all of her 15 siblings.

In life Mom was a loving wife and mother, staying at home until all her children were into their teenage years.  The baked bread, cakes, cookies, and pastries were something to look forward to.  At this time Mom began a particularly enjoyable part of her life, working as a nurses aide at the Treherne District Hospital.  Her time there was cut short by an untimely fall while enjoying her winter pastime, curling, which left her with a replacement hip which limited her mobility.

Married to a musician, Mom enjoyed country music.  She showed a surprising enthusiasm for watching hockey, baseball, curling and the occasional wrestling match on TV.  She enjoyed the weekly community bingo games and the musical entertainment at the Lodge.

Edith and Bill made their home in Rathwell, MB for over 50 years where they enjoyed the friendships and camaraderie of the small community.  In later years they spent many enjoyable winters in Mesa, Arizona where they developed many long term friendships and enjoyed many jam sessions and shuffleboard games along with the odd trip to Las Vegas.

In his taking the Lord was gracious, for, as with her late husband, Mom sat in her favorite chair in the morning and quietly passed into the eternal hereafter to join Dad.

With respect to her wishes, cremation has taken place.  A celebration of her life service will be held on Wednesday July 2, 2003 at 2 p.m. in the Rathwell Memorial Hall, with Reverend Jim Penhale officiating.  A reception with family and friends to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory, to a charity of choice would be appreciated.

Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements.  Phone 248-2201 or 1-888-400-2326.