Saturday, April 27, 2019
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my very good friend, Annabelle. During the late 60s and early 70s she was part of a special group of people during my years in Regina. I remember her fondly, having a close relationship with her, ferrying her about, giving her wild rides up and down Albert St. late in the evenings! (I mean, on foot! Pushing her wheelchair, with her screaming with alarm and delight at the same time!) So many wonderful memories: Attending Bible studies together, picnicking, BBQs, just 'doing life'. I cherish many pictures of her in my various rented quarters and at other functions and times. Her touring us around the Legislature is a special memory. And of her many four-footed companions "Richard" stands out.
Later, when I pastored at Esterhazy during the 80s I became good friends of many from "the New Finland Woods", even obtaining a copy of the history of her family amongst that immigrant community. And from time to time we would meet in Regina for fellowship and coffee and talk about those days.
Annabelle was a special person, loved for her faith, courage and inner strength and grace from God. I look forward to one day seeing her, no longer in her chair, but dancing with our Lord!!
