AUSTIN, Edna

AUSTIN, Edna Marie - In loving memory of Edna Marie Austin (Gilbeau) May 27, 1922 - February 9, 2011 at Extendicare Falconbridge, Sudbury. Predeceased by her husband Don Austin and son George (wife Ellen), sisters Donalda (Slim) Sturgeon, Stella Cavanaugh, Diane Carson, brothers Roland (Mickey), Ronald (Ronnie) and Joel. Survived by her children Audrey (Eddy Martin), Don (Fernande), Elaine (Robert Brown), Gordon (Lillian), Cathy (Tom Jolly), Anne-Marie (Israel Slodovnick), Lorrie (Dave Roberts) and Jane (Tom Pollock). Survived by her brother Leo (wife Marie) and sister Joan Trewin, special friend to Frank Brown. Cherished grandmother of 23 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. Born in Mattawa, Ontario Edna moved to Sudbury as a child. Married to Don for 49 years, they raised 9 children in Waters Township (Walden). When they had the cottage at Long Lake she spent her time outside as much as possible. She enjoyed winters in Florida with all her Florida friends. Edna enjoyed bowling, bingo and participated in many of the park activities. She also enjoyed reading, dancing, country music, traveling, the casino and shopping. Mom was a wonderful cook and pastries her specialty, her butter tarts were the Best. Your struggle is over, be with Dad and George. Our deepest appreciation to the wonderful staff 4 West Extendicare Falconbridge for their care and compassion to all our family. Donations to the Ride to Conquer Cancer, Benefiting Princess Margaret Hospital, 1605-100 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5C 2W1 or the Children's Wish Foundation would be appreciated. JACKSON AND BARNARD FUNERAL HOME entrusted with arrangements. “Our mother . . . she was our shining example of strength and compassion of honour and love. Forever in our Hearts,“ To light a memorial candle, flowers, donations or messages of condolences available on-line at www.lougheed.org“