Obituary - Phyllis Alford (Nee Reimer)

It is with sad hearts we announce the passing of our Mother, Nana, Sister and dear friend, Phyllis Elizabeth Alford on October 4, 2006 at the age of 58. Phyllis will be lovingly remembered and missed by her children, Walter Matheson with children Rebecca and Jerad, Harvey Matheson with children Jordan, Sierra and Taylor, Christine (Tim) Garnham with child Teaghan. She will also be sadly missed by her siblings she held so dear, Shirley Reimer, Mary (Ken) Lippert, Ernie (Sharon) Reimer, Clarence (Sandi) Reimer, Bill (Kathy) Reimer, Jim (Charlene) Reimer, Harvey Reimer, Meg (Pat) Laevens, Beverley (Rusty) Mingo, Bill (Kathy) Reimer as well as numerous nieces and nephews, cousins, Aunts and Uncles. Phyllis was predeceased by her father Cornelius in 1980; sister Violet and brother-in-law Lorne in 1985, brother John in 1986, brother Harry in 1994, mother Maria in in 1995, sister-in-law Pam in 2004, and sister Pauline in 2004. Phyllis spent most of her life around Portage La Prairie. She was employed at the Manitoba Developmental Center for many years until she retired. Grandchildren were the ultimate joy in her life. She loved to do what 'Nana's' do best and loved them to the fullest...from attending their baseball games and having girls only make-up parties with Teaghan and any other girl that happened to be around to treating them to ice-cream cones even if it was bed time. Phyllis was well known by family and friends for her fabulous baking and scrumptious perogies. Phyllis loved the outdoors and spent many hours tending to her garden. She was a true friend and opened her time, heart and ear to anyone whom needed her. We will miss our mother, Nana, sister and friend dearly. Till we meet again dear Mom forever in our hearts. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13th Street S.W. on Tuesday, October 10, 2006 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at The Bridge Church, 350 - 1 Avenue N.E., Medicine Hat on Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at 2:30 P.M. with Pastor Ian Byrd officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery.