MARY (EVANS) VILLEBRUN of Lethbridge AB, passed away at home on Saturday December 12, 2015 at the age of 81 years.
She is the loving mother of Marie (Villebrun) MacDonald of Ft. Smith NWT, Joanne (Villebrun) Merrick of Lethbridge, AB, Angela (Villebrun) and John Gleason of Lethbridge, AB, Sandra (Villebrun) and Randy Nystrom of Bucerias, Mexico, 13 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. She is survived by her sister Joan Krannick of Bournemouth, England, nephews, Ian, Shaun and families in England. She was predeceased by her parents Bill and Elsie Evans and her sister Ruth Evans all of Bournemouth, England.
Mary was born in Bournemouth, England and came to Canada as a midwife and nurse for a "1 year" adventure. She worked as a missionary nurse in Hay River NWT, and eventually moved to Lethbridge where she lived, worked and raised her four daughters. Her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren brought her joys and happiness. Mary was a loving and faithful mother. She loved her family more than any words could say. Mary was actively involved in the Pentecostal Church over many years. She loved to sing, worship her Savior, and travel; but mostly she loved spending time with her family and friends. She had an amazing sense of humor and unforgettable great big laugh.
A private service was held.
In Memory of Mary, donations may be made to John Ozzello Memorial Food Bank, C/O Sandi Nystrom Bucerias, Mexico by contacting rsnystrom@hotmail.com.
Sandi Villebrun Nystrom, March 8, 2016
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