ANABELLE MARIA DELAINE (PARANI) SARIA

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ANABELLE MARIA DELAINE (PARANI) SARIA December 25, 2006 March 22, 2007 Anabelle Maria Delaine (Parani) Saria was welcomed into heaven on Thursday, March 22, 2007 following a lifelong illness. Her final days were spent surrounded by loved ones that Anabelle had touched in a big way throughout her short, yet very memorable life. She is now our little angel who will continue to inspire us and give us strength from heaven above. Anabelle's life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by her understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. Her beautiful gaze and gentle smile could melt the hearts of those around her. Anabelle's most commanding trait would be her beautiful head of hair; it offered such amazement to those who first met her. Although Anabelle's illness made her appear frail, she possessed strength, perseverance, and an ability to overcome incredible odds and physical challenges. With her courage she taught us that each day is a blessing and an opportunity to create lasting memories. It's been an honor to share her experience with others and we take pride that our little angel has been a source of inspiration for others. Anabelle leaves behind many wonderful caregivers that provided love and support that enhanced her quality of life. Anabelle's love extends to the wonderful staff at the Variety Children's Heart Centre especially her cardiologist, Dr. Soni and her nurses Lea and Amber who will always have a special place in our hearts because of their continued dedication, love and support. Anabelle's love also extends to her heart surgeon Dr. Rebeyka and to the doctors, nurses and staff of the NICU and PICU at the Stollery Children's Hospital in Edmonton where she spent the first six weeks of her life to undergo and recover from heart surgery. Anabelle's love extends to the doctors, nurses and staff of the CK5 unit at the Children's Hospital of Winnipeg, Health Sciences Centre where she completed her recovery upon her return from Edmonton. And lastly Anabelle's love extends to the doctors, nurses and staff of the Emergency Department at the Children's Hospital who were with her during her final moments. Anabelle is survived by her loving parents, Darrell and Adelaine Saria; paternal grandparents Celso and Erlinda Saria; maternal grandparents Tony and Cora Parani; paternal great-grandmother Aurea Parani; aunts Darlene (Dwayne), and Daisy (Michaelangelo); uncles Collin and Calvin; cousins Destinee, Dezirae and Amaya. She will also be missed by many relatives and friends who have supported her on her journey. Lamay will take place on Wednesday, March 28, 2007, from 7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. at St. Edward's Church, 818 Arlington Street. The funeral will take place on Thursday, March 29, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Edward's Church with interment to follow at Thomson In the Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 1291 McGillivray Boulevard. Funeral services provided by Knysh Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be in made in Anabelle's memory to: Variety Children's Heart Centre FE241 685 William Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 0Z2 (204) 787-2410 Family Owned and Operated KNYSH FUNERAL CHAPEL 582-0973

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 25, 2007