HELEN FRIESEN

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HELEN FRIESEN November 24, 1909 - August 2, 2006 Peacefully, on August 2, 2006, with family at her side, Helen Friesen passed into the care of her Lord. Helen is survived by her daughter Karen, her two granddaughters, Karen's daughters, Shannon and Megan and her daughter Sylvia (Gary) and nieces and nephews. The last surviving member of her family, Helen was the daughter of Frank and Maria Derksen, a pioneer family of Winkler, MB. Helen was predeceased by her husband Abram on October 15, 1946; and by her sisters, Mary (Klassen), Katherine (Dagg), Elizabeth (Lucy Hamm), Anne (Wiebe); and brothers, Frank, William (Bill), Peter and David. Mother was an accomplished tennis player in her youth and an exemplary teacher during her working career. Mother was a wonderful parent and a loyal friend. Mother was known for her sense of humour, her sense of personal dignity and her constant consideration of others. Mother will be missed and will always be remembered. The family expresses their heartfelt appreciation for the kind and loving care their mother received while a resident of Calvary Place Personal Care Home. In lieu of flowers, donations in Helen's memory may be made to a children's charity of their choice. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Thursday, August 10 at 2:00 p.m. at Wiebe Funeral Chapel, 1050 Thornhill St., Morden with Rev. Henry Schultz officiating. Ash interment will take place in the Winkler Cemetery. Wiebe Funeral Chapel, Morden In care of arrangements, www.wiebefuneralhomes.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 09, 2006