Helen Wilson
December 2, 2020
With heavy hearts Helen’s family announces her peaceful passing on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at the age of 96, at the Bethany Care Center in Airdrie, Alberta.
Helen was the firstborn child of Henry and Veda Olson on March 6, 1924 where they lived in Craik, Saskatchewan. She married Robert (Bob) Wilson, residing in Flin Flon, Swan River and Winnipeg, Manitoba for many years. From there they moved to Edmonton, later settling in Airdrie, Alberta.
Helen was a caring mother who loved spending time with her family, celebrating special occasions, cooking meals and baking goodies loved by everyone. Helen loved children, especially babies, devoting many years of her life working in childcare. Throughout her life, she was a very active and social person which continued into her retirement years, everyday going for coffee with her many friends.
Left to cherish her memory are her children, Donna (Jack) Lumax, Keith (Winnie) Wilson, Judy (Bill) Barevich, Doug (Mary) Wilson; as well as, her many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; sisters, Gladys Doud and Darlene (Bill) McEwen; sister-in-law, Edna Olson, Anne Olson and Betty Hayes.
She was predeceased by her husband, Robert (Bob) Wilson; son, William (Billy) Wilson; brothers, Vernon Olson and Elmer Olson.
The family would like to send a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Bethany Care Center in Airdrie for their kind and professional care to Helen in her final days.
Due to COVID concerns the family will be having a Memorial and Internment Service in Swan River, Manitoba in safer times.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund, Branch 288 in Airdrie, AB or Branch 39 in Swan River, MB.
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Messages of Condolence
I loved my auntie. She was a very special person and I will miss her lots. Condolences to her family and her friends. ~ Duane Doud
Our sincerest condolences to Helen's family. Especially to Keith and Winnie and family. Helen and Bob welcomed me into their home for a holiday meal that was so good and special. I had just transfered to Airdrie and was alone when Keith befriended me. I will always be thankful for being accepted as a member of their extended family. And the first Perogies and cabbage rolls I ever had that Helen made. ~ John and Clem Kirkelie
I used to see Helen at her favourite coffee places and we always had a good conversation. Helen remembered our son from Airdrie Day Care - he is nearly 41 now. RIP Helen you will be missed ~ Cathie and Brian Weber
I used to see Helen at her favourite coffee places and we always had a good conversation. Helen remembered our son from Airdrie Day Care - he is nearly 41 now. RIP Helen you will be missed ~ Cathie and Brian Weber
Judy, Bill and Family, I’m so sorry to hear the news about Helen. She was such a sweet woman, and awesome with little people. I know she will be greatly missed. Our Condolences, Gail & Lou ~ Gail Llewellyn
Loved her dearly and will miss her company when I visit Alberta again. I have so many fond memories! Another bright star is shining up above us all! RIP Aunt Helen! ❤️❤️ ~ Eileen Doud
You mother Helen was a very sweet and kind lady! Always so pleasant to chat with! Our sincere condolences to all her family for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time! ~ Stefanie Williams
Oh Judy...I am so very sorry for you loosing your mamma! It'so realistic as we grow older:... Just admitted my mom to our local hospital and keeping our fingers crossed. Thinking of you and your family, with ~ Darilyn Keene
A mother is with us always, first in her lifetime and then forever in our hearts. My deepest sympathy. ~ Fran Wilson