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Gunhild "Gunnie" NELSON
June 22, 1930 - March 28, 2024
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On March 28, 2024, our wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, auntie & friend, Gunhild “Gunnie” Kristine Nelson of Stoney Lake, County of St. Paul, Alberta, passed away at the age of 93 years. With her caring ways, she shared her beautiful smile, soul & spirit with everyone she met. To mourn Gunnie’s passing are her loving family & friends. She is survived by her 3 children, son, Arne Nelson; daughters, Vickie (Robert) Hickie & Sheila Parks; 7 grandchildren, Eric Nelson, Matthew Nelson, Amanda (Simon) Nelson, Candace (Josh) Hickie, Rory (CheLbie) Hickie, Vern (Sheri) Gerhardt & Pat (Nina) Gerhardt; 14 great-grandchildren; Natalay, Brantley, Sakura, Lane, Dakoda, Justin, Samantha, Devlyn, Nate, Jake, Alyssa, Josh, Ryan & Mya; supportive family, Dwayne (Kelly) Onyschuk, Arne Bjorneskaret, Viv (Leo) Dakin, Elaine (Colin) Bartee, Nick Onyschuk, Gerry High, & numerous other loving & caring family & friends. Gunnie was predeceased by her loving husband & soulmate, Edwin; parents, Arne & Klara Bjorneskaret; 2 sisters, Sonia Onyschuk & Agnes (Marvin) Bartee; brother, Alfred (Agnes) Bjorneskaret; son-in-law, Ken Parks; nephew, James Bartee; niece, Rita Bjorneskaret and other close family & friends. The family would like to acknowledge & sincerely thank those who respectfully cared for Gunnie, including Dr. Ashaolu & Dr. Ebisike, Elk Point Health Centre nurses & hospital staff and the Elk Point Home Care Team. Special thanks to all those who loved & cared for Gunnie, keeping the memories of this special lady tucked away forever in their hearts. A Celebration of Gunnie’s Life will be held on Monday, April 8 at 1:00 p.m. at Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel, St. Paul with Pastor Kelly Sibley officiating. Cremation has taken place with inurnment in St. George’s Cemetery, Stoney Lake to be held at a later date. Those wishing to view the service online may do so by clicking the Live Service tab above. If desired, donations may be made to Elk Point Healthcare Auxiliary, Haying in the 30’s (Cancer Support Society) or a charity of one’s choice ℅ 5626-51 Street, St. Paul, Alberta T0A 3A1. To send condolences online, please visit https://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: Leo and Vivian Dakin
Relation: Aunt
So sorry for your loss condolences to the whole family
From: Diane Chretien
Relation: Good friend
I’m so sorry to hear of your moms passing Sheila. May She Rest in Peace 🙏
From: Erna Holliday
Relation: Friend
My sincere and heartfelt condolences to Gunnie’s family. She will be missed by her family, her friends and her community.. Rest in peace dear friend.
From: Anne (Nelson) Gilroyed
Relation: Niece
Gunnie’s quick, bright smile greeted me on every visit. A warm hug followed and I felt privileged to have her in my life and call her Aunt Gunnie.
From: Dixie young
Relation: Vern and Sheri
My sincere condolences. She will be greatly missed.
From: Loretta
Relation: neighbors
Condolences to the family from the Lundgren family
From: Peggy Zaraska
Relation: A VERYDEAR FRIEND
My Sincere condolences to the Nelson family on the passing of Gunnie.
From: Melanie McRae
Relation: Friend
My condolences to the Nelson family on the loss of Gunnie. I always enjoyed having tea with her and visiting. May Gunnie be at peace!
From: Cliff and Esther Martin
Relation: friends
Our deepest condolences to all of the family. Gunnie was a great lady and will be sorely missed
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
Date & Time:
April 8, 2024
Beginning at 1:00pm
Location:
Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel
5626-51 Street
St. Paul, AB Canada T0A 3A1
5626-51 Street
St. Paul, AB Canada T0A 3A1
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If desired, donations may be made to Elk Point Healthcare Auxiliary, Haying in the 30’s (Cancer Support Society) or a charity of one’s choice ℅ 5626-51 Street, St. Paul, Alberta T0A 3A1.
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