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AUDREY ELISABETH LAY, R.N. (TITCOMBE)
Born: Jan 17, 1927
Date of Passing: Sep 22, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryAUDREY ELISABETH LAY, R.N. (nee TITCOMBE) January 17, 1927 - September 22, 2018 Surrounded by love and sharing, Audrey found eternal peace at Grace Hospital, Winnipeg, at age 91. Audrey was predeceased by her husband Fred in 1998 (married 1949), her parents, Arch and Beth Titcombe, and her brother Archie Titcombe. Left to mourn her passing, yet celebrate her life, are her children, Doug (Judi) Lay, Barb Elmore (Renee), Robert (Kim) Lay and Kelly Lay; grandchildren, Mike (Jen) Lay, Tanya (Bruce) Redecopp, Michelle (Sonny) Virdee, Cathy (Dane) Zado, and Jasmine Lay; and great-grandchildren, Kamryn and Kayleigh Hole, Luke and Toby Redecopp, Mathew and Andrina Virdee, and Bree Zado. She is also survived by one brother Harry Titcombe, and numerous nieces, nephews and English cousins. Mom was born and raised in Winnipeg, graduating from Daniel MacIntyre and then went on to get her R.N. from the Winnipeg General Hospital School of Nursing in 1948. She served on Winnipeg General Hospital (WGH) / Health Sciences Centre (HSC) Nurse's Alumni Executive and became an Honorary Life Member of the Alumni. During her involvement with the Alumni she created glassware for WGH / HSC fundraising. Furthermore, she enjoyed serving as an executive on The Council of Women of Winnipeg. She was the first member signed when Streamliner Club of Manitoba was formed in 1956 and served "the club" for decades in various capacities but most importantly as an executive officer. As a working mother of four rambunctious children and a volunteer in many organizations, she did her best to raise us children. Looking at how we are today we think she did not a bad job. Thanks Mom! Mom knew when it was time to sell the family home and move into the Parkway. Her suite that she knew was just perfect for her. The right time to give up her car. The right time to help stop us worrying about her. Mom also knew the value of a dollar. She made it go as far as she could. It is thought that perhaps she invented recycling long before how it is today. She was sharp as tack, keeping track of and handling all of her finances down to the penny, right to the end which is amazing. We, as her family, extend a heartfelt thank you to the nurses, doctors and other caring staff on the CAU unit at the Grace Hospital. It was her turn to be nursed rather than nursing others to which she always gave her all. In reverence to our mother's wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no funeral service. A private family gathering to honour Mom will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, charitable contributions can be made as a donation in Audrey's memory to the Grace Hospital Foundation at gracehospitalfoundation.ca. For those so inclined, the family would appreciate any memories you would like to share by posting under the obituary on the Winnipeg Free Press' online site.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 06, 2018
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Well, there isn't going to be a homecoming for WGH Alumni this year due to Covid, so I thought I would add a quick post in memory of Mom. Although I miss Mom all the time, I am still comforted by knowing she is just on the other side of life. I recently reviewed a few of our alumni yearbooks for news about her. Mom was a go-getter and a massive contributor to many volunteer positions. All respected her. Still, I love my significant "Hug Lady" and occasionally I give out copies of her hug coupon with an addendum re: Covid cautions to stay safe until we can safely participate in hugs. xoxo - Posted by: Barb Elmore (Daughter) on: Apr 15, 2022
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A wonderful mother to many, not just the four of us siblings. Many of our friends, classmates and relatives found their way to her wisdom. No one like her, she broke the mold in many very good ways and I have been missing her, unable to talk directly on phone. Luckily, we (Mom and I) believe in life after death and I am comforted that all the family members who have passed over before us are still available in spirit to comfort and guide us all. Family is precious to us, and although we expressed ourselves in a unique family dynamic, the most important issue is/was the abounding love from our Hug Lady. xoxo Go with God Mom. - Posted by: Barb Elmore (Daughter) on: May 27, 2019
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On behalf of the WGH/HSC Nursing Alumni we extend our sincerest condolences to Audrey's family and friends. Audrey is remembered as a staunch supporter of the Alumni, in her active days she was the Homecoming Convenor, her Class Rep, and was very involved in fund raising. Audrey was one of our treasured Honorary Life Members and her commitment has left a lasting impact. We will miss her. - Posted by: Marian Ulyatt (WGH/HSC Nursing Alumni Friendship Convenor) on: Oct 15, 2018
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I didn't know my aunt Audrey, as many miles and years of unknown family dynamics kept us separated. But I won't forget the effort she made to come and visit me when I was in veterinary school in Ontario about 20 years ago. She shared pictures and stories, and gave me a special bracelet that belonged to my grandmother. My sympathies to her family at this time of remembrance and celebration. - Posted by: Lianna Titcombe (Niece) on: Oct 09, 2018
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Love you Grandma! Safe travels and we will see you again. God bless. - Posted by: Michael Lay (Grandson) on: Oct 09, 2018
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Audrey was a good friend to our Mom, Veda Lyons, at the Parkway. We enjoyed visiting with Audrey on many occasions and were honoured to be invited to her 90th Birthday Party. We will remember her for her kindness to our Mom, and to us when Mom passed away. We enjoyed our phone chats and our visits with her.We appreciated her no-nonsense view of life. - Posted by: Stewart and Patricia Fay (Friends) on: Oct 06, 2018