SWORDH, Julianna
1933 - 2013
A day where words are not enough....incomprehension and disbelief to say the least. A day like today when a son and only child, has to write his mothers obituary. Regrettably, it must be done so on behalf of myself only, I will say this... Julianna (mom) passed away recently on Saturday, February 9th, 2013 between the hours of 3:30 and 4:00 that morning at the RDRH in Unit 31. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to those in Unit 31 and the ER for the care and compassion expressed by those who assisted my mother in her greatest time of need. I wish to especially thank “Liz” in Unit 31 for her compassion and for being with my mother in her final moments, thank-you so much. To Loretta, Ruby and Phyllis from Waskasoo Towers....thank-you on behalf of mom and myself for all the heart-warming support you gave Julia when she needed it the most; helping her with the little things, checking up on her and giving me updates when she was ill. I also would like to sincerely thank the staff in Unit 3200 at Michener Extendicare for the care and emotional support given to my mother on a continuous basis, the time and patience provided thank-you. Mom was full of life, she had a sense of humour and enjoyed the little trips I took her on, especially for “Flapper Pie” at Glenn’s or having coffee at Tim Horton’s....even Waves Coffee House at Sylvan. She loved to travel and actually flew to Europe to see me which was amazing considering her anxiety of flying. She moved to Vancouver B.C., then to Vernon back to Vancouver then to Red Deer in 1997 to be with me. My mother loved country music, nature shows , Young and the Restless, Days of Our lives, figure skating and hockey to name a few. She disliked Turkey, Liver and fish. Mom, you will be deeply missed by all and especially by me...the love for you is infinite and it breaks my heart to be writing this obituary...you always said to me, “What would I do without you?” No mom, I should be asking that question ....and now you are gone. You will always be with me regardless of where you are......you are at peace now and with Uncle Tom, Mathilda, Elsie and Lloyd....thank-you to all friends and family for your overwhelming support and acts of kindness...I cannot thank-you enough....and to Parkland Funeral Home...thank-you so much Joelle for your support during this difficult time of need...and most of all...thank-you for listening...also one more very important note, it will be my mom’s birthday on February 19th, she would have been 80 years young....so please if you wish to celebrate in your hearts.... give a toast to Julia...Happy Birthday mom...may you receive heartfelt wishes and an infinite amount of love from all those who were near and dear to you....rest well mom, love always your one and only son, Ken
Arrangements in care of Joelle Valliere, Funeral Director at Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 – 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040