MARIE ANTOINETTE (TONI) WEEDON (LANDRY)

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MARIE ANTOINETTE (TONI) WEEDON (nee LANDRY) It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Marie Antoinette Weedon, on September 26, 2005 at the age of 92. Toni was born at the family home in Cap Pele, NB on August 30, 1913 to Patrick and Elize (Porelle) Landry. She joined the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War and while stationed in London, England she married John (Jack) Weedon on February 19, 1944. Toni and Jack raised their family in Winnipeg. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Theresa Yetcishen (Nick), Robert (Laurel), Douglas (Audrey), Nancy Weedon and Jacqueline Sonsie (Robert); grandchildren, Allision, Laurie, Bonnie, John, James, Tracy, Leanne, Kerry, Tricia, Derek and Daniel; six great-grandchildren, brothers Dismas and Joseph, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, husband, brothers, Leandre, Napoleon, Dosithe and Julien; and sisters, Clara and Lina. Mom's greatest joy was her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was very proud of her Acadian heritage and instilled that pride in her children. She was a loving, caring and supportive person and throughout her life, her determination, strength and courage were an inspiration to her family. The family would like to extend a very special thank you to the staff on T4, Deer Lodge Centre for their care and compassion. A private family service is to be held. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Antoinette's memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or CancerCare Manitoba. FOOTPRINTS One night a man had a dream. He dreamed he was walking along the beach with the Lord. Across the sky flashed scenes from his life. For each scene, he noticed two sets of footprints in the sand; one belonging to him, and the other to the Lord. When the last scene of his life flashed before him, he looked back at the footprints in the sand. He noticed that many times along the path of his life there was only one set of footprints. He also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times in his life. This really bothered him and he questioned the Lord about it. Lord, you said that once I decided to follow you, you'd walk with me all the way. But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life, there is only one set of footprints. I don't understand why when I needed you most you would leave me. The Lord replied, My precious, precious child, I love you and would never leave you. During your times of trial and suffering, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715 Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.chapellawn.mb.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 28, 2005