October 1, 1928 - February 14, 2023
On February 14th, after 73 years of marriage, Ed lost his Honey and we all said goodbye to our dear, sweet Mum, sister, Gramma and Gogo. Vi and Ed travelled the world, settling in Chilliwack, Venezuela, Barrie, Botswana, Swaziland and Vancouver. Mum created a warm and welcoming home wherever she was, and the door was always open to friends and family.
Mum was a born artist and it showed in everything she did from her beautiful calligraphy, art school portfolio, vibrant gardens, gourmet creations, birthday cards, sewing, and handmade teddy bears that sit on beds world-wide, showing her love no matter the distance. We miss her dearly.
Violet was predeceased by her brother George, parents James and Caroline Christie (nee Runzer). She is survived by her husband Edwin, sister Audrey Neufeld, children Michael (Anne), Terry (Doug), Steven (Erna), Christie (Dave), Rob (Cory), 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
A pink dogwood has been planted near their home, in Victoria Park, North Vancouver, in celebration of Violet, and the many years Dad and his Honey spent walking through the park, and life, together. There will be no service. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to help Grandmas in Swaziland: email [email protected]