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Avril HOWSE
March 25, 1945 - December 13, 2018
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On December 13, 2018, Mrs. Avril Howse of St. Paul, AB, formerly of Invermere, BC, passed away at the age of 73 years. She is survived by her children, Donna (Joe), Charlie, Dusty (Germaine), Cheyenne, Georgina, Jimmy (Gail/Maggie), Freddy, Billy (Jolene), Jay (Crystal), Mary & Sandra (Bruce); 44 grandchildren & 8 great-grandchildren; siblings, Alec (Carol), Donna (Donnie), Kathy and Vern (Kim); & sister-in-law, Rose-Marie; numerous nieces & nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph; parents, Arthur & Mary McMahon; stepfather, Donald MacKay; sister, Laura; brother, Danny; & brother-in-law, David. A Wake will be held on Tuesday (leaving Grace Gardens at 11:00 a.m.) & Wednesday, December 18 & 19 at Centennial Seniors Centre, St. Paul, AB, with Reverend Robert Wright officiating. A Wake will be held on Thursday, December 20 at Wilmer Hall, 9179 West Ave, Wilmer, BC, followed by a Funeral Service on Friday, December 21 at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Wayne Frater will be officiating, with interment in Mount View Cemetery, Invermere, BC. To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com.
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From: Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel
Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Gina Howse
Relation: Daughter
Still can’t believe you are gone,, the feeling doesn’t seem real. But it is.. and I’m broken. But I will continue to be who I am.. because of you and Dad.. I am forever grateful.
I will Miss you always & forever.. Love you sleep well Mom xoxoxoxo 😘❤️🙏🏼🕊🕯
From: Lee Pocha & Karen Gratton
Relation: Lee's aunt
We wish to send our deepest condolences to Aunty Avril’s family. She is now at peace with Uncle Joe.
From: Dee Sayer
Relation: Ex daughter in law and maternal grandmother to her great grand children
Granny u were the blessing in our lives
A treasure we will always cherish
For the times we laughed
The times we cried
And the the laughter we shared for u were always a Angel before your time.
My heart is broken to see u no more but a space has been given for now no more pain and suffering cause your gone to heaven.
Our bond is right as we all know the calls the meals the rides and time shared will be in my heart forever as an angel has taken her ride! So be it mom as you were tired and sore but pappa has met u at the front door.
And now I say watch over us all cause we too will with you but until then u keep up your strength cause you both are in a safe place.
Always loved and will be missed beyond words.
I was blessed to have shared my life with you and you are the kind of human being we should all try to be.
Love you always
Dee and family
From: Thora & Mel Casey
Relation: Friend of the family
We’re so sorry to hear about Avril’s passing. She was a pretty special lady.
From: Carol Trider
Relation: Friend
My deepest condolences to the Howse family including my grand daughter Hailey for the loss of her granny Avril. She was a great lady who’s door was always open to both family and friends. R.I.P. Avril you will be missed.
From: Alma Cinrad
Relation: Friend
Cheyenne and family. So sorry to hear about your loss. Cherish the precious memories of a lovely lady-your mom
From: Allan
Relation: Step mom
I’m so sorry to here my 2nd mom is now gone, she will be playing bingo with my mom Maggie cozicar watching over all off us. My condolence goes out to the whole family.
From: Sandra
Relation: Daughter
Missing you more than ever mom. Still can’t believe you are gone. You will remain in my heart forever.
Till we meet again xoxo
From: Ethan Howse
Relation: Grandchild.
I miss you so much. ❤
Service Schedule
Wake
Date & Time:
December 18, 2018
Beginning at 11:00am
Location:
Centennial Seniors Centre
5114 49 Street
St. Paul, AB Canada
A Wake will be held on Tuesday (leaving Grace Gardens at 11:00 a.m.) & Wednesday, December 18 & 19 at Centennial Seniors Centre, St. Paul, AB, with Reverend Robert Wright officiating.
5114 49 Street
St. Paul, AB Canada
Prayers
Date & Time:
December 20, 2018
Beginning at 7:00pm
Location:
Wilmer Hall
9179 West Avenue
Wilmer, BC Canada
9179 West Avenue
Wilmer, BC Canada
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
December 21, 2018
Beginning at 1:00pm
Location:
Wilmer Hall
9179 West Avenue
Wilmer, BC Canada
9179 West Avenue
Wilmer, BC Canada
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