IDAMAE BROWN (PARISIAN) 1938-2001

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IDAMAE BROWN (nee PARISIAN) 1938-2001 Ida beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away on Saturday, August, 18, 2001 at the age of 63. Ida is survived by her loving husband John; sons Jock (Connie), John Henry (Jackie) daughters Connie (John) and Lucelle; three grandsons Christopher, Jeremy, James and granddaughter Danielle. She will also be lovingly remembered by her other "son" Jerry. She is also survived by her sisters Pearl, Mabel and Gladys and their families, as well as many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her beloved son Kirk, her parents Emilie and Alphonse, sisters Liz, Dorothy and Linda, and brothers Marshall, Roy and Garry. Idamae resided in Rennie for 59 years. She was happiest when surrounded by her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved to have friends and family in her home to socialize. She enjoyed watching the hummingbirds, moose and other wildlife that frequented her yard. She loved to go fishing and spent many hours out on the lake. She was a pro at catching black crappies. She also loved to go into Winnipeg and try her luck in the casino. She had been lucky often enough to keep her going back to try again. At Idas request cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Wednesday, August 22, at 1:30 p.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel Park Ave. East, Beausejour, MB. with Rev. Roland Rendell officiating. Footprints in the Sand One night a man had a dream. He dreamed he was walking along a 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, youd walk with me all the way. But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life, there was only one set of footprints. I dont 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." Special thanks to Terry Walker for all her help. Ida really enjoyed the time she spent with you and looked forward to your visits. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba 301-352 Donald St. Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2H8. Sobering Funeral Chapel and Crematorium in care of arrangements, toll free 1-877-776-2220 or 269-3510.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 20, 2001