AUDREY FRIDFINNSON

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AUDREY FRIDFINNSON 1922 - 2006 Our beloved Audrey passed away suddenly on December 17, 2006, at the Grace Hospital in Winnipeg, MB. She leaves to mourn, her sister-in-law, Beryl; her nephews, Ross (Rebecca), Craig (Cheryl), Bill (Karen), of Calgary, Lori (Dave) of Taber, and Jim (Bobbi) of Cochrane, (all of Alberta); and her great-nieces and nephews, Aleah, Kristjana, Stefan, Michael, Jordin, Erika, Jennifer, Larissa, Wyatt, Adriana, Quinn and Jonas. Audrey was born April 10, 1922, in Winnipeg. She was predeceased by her parents, Vilhjalmur (Bill) in 1941, and Gudbjorg (Bertha) in 1988, and her brother Ron in 1999. Her compassion for helping people lead to a diploma in Social Services, and then to her work at the Family Bureau. In 1956, Audrey received her Masters Degree in social work at the University of Chicago. She then went to the Society for Crippled Children and Adults of Manitoba before accepting a position, in 1964, with the University of Manitoba, as Professor and the first Student Counsellor at the University. Audrey retired in 1985. Audrey will be greatly missed by her many, many friends who have been so much a part of her life. She was a wonderful aunt, great-aunt, and sister-in-law, and was generous to all who knew her. Audrey, we will all miss the fun, the laughter, the pure enjoyment we had when we were with you, and the unconditional love you showed us. To a very classy lady, we all say Good-bye. A graveside service will be held at Brookside Cemetery, 3001 Notre Dame Ave. on Monday, February 19 at 10:30 a.m. A reception will follow at the Viscount Gort Hotel, 1670 Portage Ave., 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to: Neil Bardal Inc. (204) 949-2200 www.nbardal.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 03, 2007