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Obituary - Dora Friesen

Dora Friesen

1927 - 2020

Cook Southland Funeral Chapel - Friesen(2020)

2 Timothy 4:7 and 8 NIV -

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness…“

Dora Friesen, born November 20, 1927, beloved Mother and Grandmother, went to be with the Lord at the Bow Island Health Centre on Tuesday, April 14, 2020, at the age of 92 years. Dora is survived by 6 children, 16 grandchildren and 41 great grandchildren.

Ed (Lil) Friesen: Robin Friesen, Scott (Andrea) Friesen - Malcom, Dustin (Amber) Friesen - Atlas, Dezso, Rain, and Finnley.

Dennis (Jean) Friesen: Tara (Craig) Lockhart – Montana, Christal, Colton, Chase, Chance, and Sadie.

Heather (Gene) Miller: Chad Miller, Amanda (Chad) Brinkman – Carson, Kyra and Kacey, Brendan (Kim) Miller - Kinsley and Braxton.

Walter (Karen) Friesen: Tyler (Sharlene) Friesen - Evan and Owen, Jeff (Tiffany) Friesen - Ryann, Levi, Devyn and Blake, Jaret (Jodi) Friesen – J’Den, Natasha (Andrew) Grambo – Andie, Eli, Emerson and Cali.

Rosalie (Art) Bubenko: Charity (Matthew) Korsholm – Mikkel, Jared, Benjamin and Abram, Tracy (Cam) Walsh – William, Marvin and Clayton.

Ken (Sheryl) Friesen: Darcy (Raylene) Friesen – Jasper and Trinity, Jason (Terra) Friesen – Kyla, Mackenzie and Dylan, Randy (Kaitlin) Friesen – Colby and Austin.

Dora was predeceased by her husband, John Friesen (December 2, 1992); son, Marvin (December 14, 1963) as well as her grandson, Wesley (March 27, 1997).

‘Yesterday is a Memory, Tomorrow is a Mystery, Today is a Gift which is why it is called the Present.’

If friends and family so desire, memorial tributes in Dora’s name may be made directly to the Evangelical Free Church, Box 8, Bow Island, AB, T0K 0G0; Bonnyville Baptist Church, 4111 43 Ave, Bonnyville, AB, T9N 1S7 or to the Southern Alberta Bible Camp, Box 99, Lomond, AB, T0L 1G0. A memorial service of life will be held at a later date, when circumstances permit, in the Bonnyville area.



 

  1. Valerie Sinclair:
    Apr 16, 2020 at 03:50 PM

    So very sorry for your loss! Dora was such a kind soul. She truly lived for our Saviour & she will definitely be missed! Hugs & prayers!

  2. Denise & Garth Crooks:
    Apr 16, 2020 at 06:05 PM

    We are sorry for your loss Friesen family, our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

  3. Gordon:
    Apr 16, 2020 at 06:12 PM

    So sorry to hear, thinking of you all!

  4. Pauline Van Roessel:
    Apr 17, 2020 at 12:03 AM

    I am so very sorry to hear Dora passed away. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to so very many. I wish you all strength during this difficult time, and trust that despite these times, you can still cherish the wonderful memories and the beautiful, spiritual woman you have in your hearts. Deepest condolences and Stay safe.

  5. Jane:
    Apr 17, 2020 at 12:43 AM

    Your mom was a joy to care for. I shall surely miss her.

  6. Karen & Ken:
    Apr 17, 2020 at 12:53 AM

    Sorry to hear this news. May all your family have great memories to keep alive in their hearts.

  7. Tom and Coreen Thacker:
    Apr 17, 2020 at 10:04 PM

    Dora was a gem...she participated every week in the hymn sing on the Longterm Wing. I told her she had a Pepsodent Smile that she generously gave to all. She was a blessing to many and will be missed. She now be singing in the Heavenly choir✨😇

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