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VAL FRIESEN (CLOUTIER)
Date of Passing: Aug 17, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryVAL FRIESEN (nee CLOUTIER) Valerie Ann Katherine (Burns) Friesen passed away peacefully at home on August 17, 2013 with her daughter Brandy by her side. Val was born and raised in the Fort Garry area of Winnipeg. She attended St. Mary's Academy and Vincent Massey Collegiate where she made friendships that would last her lifetime. She was a talented artist and later attended the Fine Arts program at the University of Manitoba. She had a variety of career adventures including PR work for local radio stations, a flight attendant with Transair and 15 years as a Mary Kay consultant. After living a short time in Thunder Bay, Val moved back to Winnipeg and met the love of her life. She married Bob in 1973 and on July 27, 2013 they celebrated their 40th Anniversary surrounded by family and friends. It was a weekend that will remain forever in our hearts. She volunteered with many organizations throughout the years including the John Henderson Band Parents Association, the Winnipeg Police Community Volunteer Program and was still caring for her Palliative Care clients a week before she passed. Val loved people and welcomed them from all over the world to the "Almost Home" Bed and Breakfast that she and Bob ran in their home until her battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis would no longer allow. Val's family and friends meant the world to her and her to them. What we all wouldn't give to have one more visit or phone call with her. She had a profound effect on many lives and taught us about compassion and dignity not just with words but more importantly, with her actions. She was filled with love and light and had a generous and forgiving soul. She had a deep and consistent faith throughout her life. She knew she was going to a better place and we can rest at ease knowing that we all have a special angel looking out for us tonight. Val is survived by her siblings John, Jim and Cherie and has reunited with her dear parents, Art and Kitty Cloutier, Joan Barkwell, her brother Danny and her beloved dogs Andy, Caesar and Muffin. She will be deeply missed by her children Brandy Elliott (Orlando) and Bobby (Jess). GrandV took great delight in her grandchildren Lily, Elle and Maya and her grand-puppies Katie, Ruby and Nevy. The family would like to acknowledge the support of her doctors and Palliative Care team who helped to ease her struggle during her final weeks at home. A celebration of her life will take place on Friday, August 23 at 11:00 a.m. in the Coutu Funeral Chapel, 680 Archibald Street. In lieu of flowers, donations in Val's memory can be made to the Manitoba Lung Association. "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 21, 2013
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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À notre chère amie Val Friesen. Chère Val, Tu es avant tout une francophone car ton nom de jeune fille est Cloutier. Nous t'avons rencontrée et nous sommes restés dans ton gîte lors de notre prospection au Manitoba en septembre 2007. Grâce à toi et au bon accueil que tu nous as donné durant ce séjour d'un mois, nous sommes revenus l'année d'après pour y vivre définitivement. Nous sommes devenus par la suite des citoyens canadiens et nous avons aussi bien sûr eu nos passeports du Canada. Aujourd'hui, nous vivons au Québec, proche de la ville de Montréal. Nous ne t'avons jamais oubliée et pour cela, nous voulions laisser un petit message de souvenir sur ce site funéraire, malheureusement qu'anglophone. Chantal et Philippe Leblanc - Posted by: Chantal et Philippe Leblanc (Amis) on: Apr 30, 2016
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I love you Grand V and miss you too💜 - Posted by: Lily (Granddaughter) on: Sep 12, 2013
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We are shocked to hear of Val's passing, she was an amazing "Bubble"...we had many, many chuckles over the years and we know she will be missed by many...may happier times and the bright new star that is shing over all of you be a reminder ...she still watches over you... - Posted by: David & Elsie Shale () on: Aug 25, 2013
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I'm at a loss for words--just wasn't expecting this so soon. Val sounded so chipper when I last spoke to her on the phone a few weeks ago. Bob, Brandy, Bobby, Orlando, Jess, Lily, Elle, and Maya; John, Jimmy, and Cherie: I am so sorry for your loss. I'll miss her too. Love, Lorraine - Posted by: Lorraine Molloy (Cousin) on: Aug 24, 2013
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Live, Love, Laugh... words to describe a dear friend for many years. I met Val during my early years working in Radio & TV and we continued our friendship through the years. We had many joyful times and shared laughs on many occasions. We are so blessed to have been able to count her as a true friend and she will be sadly missed. We are grateful to have spent some time with her during the 40th Anniversary. We will always remember her smile, warm welcome and caring nature. To Sheriff Bob, Brandy & Orlando, Bobbi & Jess we can only offer our thoughts, prayers,and deepest condolences. We will always love you Rick & Helen - Posted by: Rick & Helen Hamilton (Good Friends) on: Aug 23, 2013
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Beautiful face, beautiful spirit and above all great courage. A wonderful friend has passed and will be sorely missed. - Posted by: Judy Battley (Friend) on: Aug 23, 2013
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To Val's Family, my sincere condolences on your loss of a very dear lady. She will be missed by so many. - Posted by: Jan Lowe (Friend) on: Aug 22, 2013
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I love you very much. I miss you GrandV. - Posted by: Elle (Granddaughter ) on: Aug 21, 2013
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We miss you Val. - Posted by: Delphine & Karl () on: Aug 21, 2013
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Just had a lunch on you Val! Both Freddie & I toasted you with your favorite Caesar cocktail! We love you dear Val! We miss you so much! Thank you for being our friend. - Posted by: Carolyn Hill (Good Friend) on: Aug 21, 2013
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I love you mommy. Thank you for being my "person". I will talk to you everyday and miss you forever. - Posted by: Brandy Elliott (Daughter) on: Aug 21, 2013
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I was very shocked to hear of Val's passing. I remember the many times of laughter with her and Bob at the curling rinks. My condolences and thoughts are with Bob and his family. Mel - Posted by: Mel Roscoe (friend) on: Aug 21, 2013
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Sincere condolences to Val's family. I always appreciated her smile, dedication and commitment to those she loved and supported. Her wonderful personality will be greatly missed and we are left with great memories of our time with her. Be Blessed. - Posted by: Claudette Moquin (Program Services Coordinator at Hospice & Palliative Care Manitoba) on: Aug 21, 2013