Obituary of THRUDA LILLIAN THORDARSON

THRUDA LILLIAN THORDARSON (nee Backman) December 8, 1919 - December 17, 2011 It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Thruda Thordarson, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, auntie and friend on December 17, 2011 at the age of 92 after a short illness. Trudy leaves to mourn her two daughters Vickie Timmers (Rick Purvis) and JoAnn Shields (Sam), four grandchildren Gwilyn Timmers (Travis Cote), Casie Nishi (Matt), Tyler Shields ( Kelly) and Daniel Shields (Cindy), four great-grandchildren Jordan Nishi, Evan Nishi, Sylvain Timmers-Cote, Camryn Shields. She is also survived by her dear sister Mildred Simpson of Portage la Prarie, and Jean Matty of Abbotsford B.C. and survived by her very loved in-laws Herb and Marion Thordarson and John and Sheila James, all of California. She will also be fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews. Trudy was predeceased by her beloved husband Victor in 2010. Mom obtained her Music Degree at University of Toronto and music was her life long love. She became a very well respected piano teacher, teaching many students as they advanced through their examinations. Along with music, Mom’s loves were singing, dancing, poetry, and her pets. Her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were the lights of her life. Cremation has taken place. In keeping with Mom’s wishes, a private, family memorial will be held at a later date. If so desired, donations can be made in Thruda's name to The Children’s Hospital, 840 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3A 1S1.