Saturday, June 4, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Edna's passing. I will always remember her for her great sense of humour ( her entry into Liz and Brian's kitchen with the grocery bag over her head to minimize impact of rain on her hair do as she ventured in from the "Waldorf Astoria" (her term for the trailer). She had an incredible capacity for hard work (no whining), and unflinching dedication to family (I cannot imagine what those remote posts must have demanded of a mother with two small children). She was an absolute jewel: genuine. And although we did not see her often, being from eastern branch of the Hayes family, every time we spent together was memorable. She and Uncle John hosted our family way back in the eighties, as we motored cross country, and they laid out the red carpet for us. We rode horses, ate well, and laughed a lot. I will think of her often and fondly; she was genuine, direct, and a fine example of strength in the face of adversity. Our condolences go out to you Cynthia, JM and family. Kate Hayes-Murton, Jim Murton and family, Ottawa
