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Friesen, Cathy (1930-2005)

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"Mennonite Brethren Herald" obituary: 2006 Feb 3 p. 26

Birth date: 1930 Aug 23

text of obituary:

CATHY FRIESEN


Cathy Friesen died Dec. 30. She was born Aug. 23, 1930 in Kleefeld, Man. to Cornelius and Maria Friesen. Her family moved to Yarrow, B.C. when Cathy was 14 and she was baptized in a local creek in 1947. She graduated as a registered nurse from St. Paul's Hospital School of Nursing and worked as a nurse for 34 years. Cathy and her sister, Lena, moved to Abbotsford to enjoy their retirement. About 15 years ago, Cathy was diagnosed with a condition that causes progressive muscle weakness. She always enjoyed life and made up her mind to accept what came her way, trusting God for his strength in all things. Cathy loved music and travelling. Predeceased by 2 sisters; 2 brothers-in-law; she is mourned by 3 sisters, Olga Wiens, Nettie (Henry) Wall and Annie (Frank) Suderman; 1 brother Abe (Mary); 14 nieces and nephews. The funeral was at Bakerview MB Church, Abbotsford.