EVELYN BERNICE TELFORD (ENGLISH) -

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EVELYN BERNICE TELFORD (Nee ENGLISH) 1921 - 2004 Mom passed away peacefully the morning of November 3, 2004, at the Riverview Health Centre in Winnipeg, at the age of 83. Mom was born October 19, 1921, in Cardale, MB, to Annie and Herman English. She is survived by two daughters, Brenda St. Hilaire-Kelly (Neil), Heather Bell (Richard) and six grandchildren, Andrew, Aimee and Emilie St. Hilaire and Karen, Keith and Diane Stephen. In addition, she is survived by her brother Harvey (Pearl) English of Cardale; her sister Marguerite Waddell (Don Marion) of Calgary and numerous nieces and nephews. Mom was predeceased by her husband Joseph Telford in January 2004; her parents, Herman and Annie English; a brother Russell in 1923 and her sister Neta Campbell in 1997. Mom was an avid fan of curling and baseball, and enjoyed golf. She loved gardening, and was well known for her plentiful crop of tomatoes each summer. She treasured her times at the lake, and the many beautiful flowers which she planted there were always a highlight for passers-by. For the past three years, Mom was a resident of Riverview Health Centre, and the family would like to thank the staff of A2 and C4 for the dedication and compassion they provided her. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service and celebration of her life is planned for Monday, November 8 at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Riverview Health Centre, located at 1 Morley Avenue in Winnipeg. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Parkinson Society of Manitoba, 171 Donald Street, Suite 302, Winnipeg, MB R3C 1M4. Funeral arrangements in care of Desjardins Funeral Chapel, 233-4949 or toll free 1-888-233-4949. Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.obitbulkloaduariestoday.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 06, 2004