BERNICE EDNA TODD

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BERNICE EDNA TODD Peacefully, on August 3, 2001, at the Kiwanis Care Centre in North Vancouver, our dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away at age 98. Mother was born in St. Francois Xavier on April 5, 1903, daughter of Dora and Clarence B. Franklin. She was predeceased by her husband of 44 years, Joseph Todd in 1974. She leaves to cherish her memory, two daughters, Lorraine Woods-Bavasah (Esmail), Winnipeg; Valerie Metz (Norman), West Vancouver; grandchildren, Jody Reaburn (Steve), Winnipeg, Jeff Woods (Jackie), Portage la Prairie, and Jacqui, Greg, and David Metz, Vancouver; great-grand- children, Jennifer, David and Kevin Reaburn. She also leaves to mourn her passing, her sister Nellie Shirtliff and her brother Clarence Franklin (Irene) plus numerous nieces and nephews. She was an honours graduate of Success Business College and taught for several years. In 1930, she married Joseph Todd of Starbuck, MB. Together they farmed along the La Salle river for almost 40 years. They took a keen interest in the growth and development of their community and participated in numerous activities. Mother was a very strong, capable person with a positive outlook on life. She will be remembered for her work as Secretary Treasurer of the Elm Bank S.D., her positions with the local co-op movement, the Manitoba Farmers Union, the CCF, and as manager of the Starbuck Credit Union. She worked tirelessly for her family and was always supportive of our well-being. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren held a very special place in her heart. Her retirement to Vancouver in 1979 brought her much pleasure and joy. She loved her apartment and her new found freedom. She appreciated the many wonderful family times, the art galleries, the cafes, the walking which became a passion. She joined a walking club and could be found most days enjoying the outdoors. Her cheerfulness and enthusiasm was an inspiration to all. Cremation has taken place with a private interment at St. Vital Cemetery. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, September 1 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 11 Kenwood Place, St. Vital. The family wishes to thank the staff of the Kiwanis Care Centre in North Vancouver, 2444 Burr Place, for their kindness and compassion during her stay. THOMSON FUNERAL CHAPELS 783-7211

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 10, 2001