SUSAN FRIESEN

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SUSAN FRIESEN December 16, 1925- October 12, 2003 Peacefully, with family at her side, Susan Friesen of Rosenort, MB died on Sunday, October 12 at Donwood Manor. She is survived by three sisters, Helen Friesen, Millie Reimer (Allen), and Laura Friesen (Ed) five brothers, Bill (Helen), Frank (Gertie), Len (Bertha), Art (Ruth), Elmer (MaryAnn) and thirty-five nieces and nephews. Susan was predeceased by her parents, Cornelius and Mary Friesen; brother Pete and wife Mary; sister Tena; brother Johnny in infancy and brother-in-law Ike Heinrichs. Though we feel a sense of tremendous loss and sadness we are happy for her that she has been carried HOME - to a place of peace and perfect health again. Her deep faith and trust in God has been her strength and comfort as she has walked through difficult times of failing health. Susan has demonstrated her love and compassion for people as she worked for many years as a nurse on the polio ward at King George Hospital, also as director of care at the Rosenort Eventide Nursing Home. Upon retiring from nursing she followed her dream and founded the Christian Book Nook in Morris, MB, where she made many friends and each customer was special. She loved the outdoors, planting flowers, admiring nature. She was also an accomplished seamstress sewing many a wardrobe. Susan was a gentle, kind and very generous person - always ready to help - giving of her time and resources - giving of herself. In spite of illness, she never complained. We have many precious memories of her and will deeply miss our dear Susan whom we respected and loved so much. A special thank you to Donwood Manor staff, who gave her such tender care with hugs and kisses, loving her, treating her with dignity and respect. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, October 15 at 2:00 p.m. at the Rosenort Fellowship Chapel, Rosenort, MB, viewing prior to the service, with Pastor George Toews officiating. Donations in memory of Susan can be made to Donwood Manor, 165 Donwood Dr., Winnipeg, MB R2G 0VP. KLASSEN Funeral Chapel 1897 Henderson - North of McIvor - 338-0331

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 15, 2003