Obituary of Anne-Marie Eugenie Marcelle Thibault

Anne-Marie Eugenie Marcelle Thibault I was born in Castor on March 21, 1921 to Georges & Marguerite Thibault & lived on the family farm north of Halkirk. As an adult I lived with Charlie on the acreage-our little piece of heaven-at the top of the hill near Big Knife Park, where we enjoyed nature, birds and wildlife. As I aged, my home became smaller. I enthusiastically planned and prepared for my 90 birthday party in 2011, at my home in the Big Knife Villa, Forestburg. I lived comfortably there until I moved to Galahad Health Centre less than a year ago. I often said “it’s no fun being 91”!...but I also acknowledged “my work on earth must not be done AND I guess the devil don’t want me and God is not ready for me yet.” In all of these homes I met new friends, while still enjoying the company of many old and dear ones. Throughout my life I loved gardening, (especially flowers), cooking, crocheting, quilting, all crafts, music (singing and playing the organ), poetry & sewing all of which I did until my eye sight & arthritis prevented me from continuing. Music filled my life, and I got such joy reciting poetry & mailing inspirational poems to family and friends. Part of living so long was being witness to the passing of many friends and family-which broke my heart. Enough BS I’ve had a very long and enjoyable life. To all my family and friends-“Please don’t mourn for me. No frills-just your love and prayers as you did for me throughout my lifetime. I so appreciate your support and friendship. Love you all-God be with you all till we meet again.” Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there; I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow, I am the sun on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there; I did not die. Mary Elizabeth Frye -1932 Funeral services were held at Halkirk Hall on Saturday, November 24, 2012 at 1:00 PM. Anne prepared her own service the way she wished, full of music, tributes and celebrating her life. Memorial donations may be made to Notre Dame de Savoie Cemetery or to Ladies Auxiliary of the Galahad Extended Care.