Audrey Boyd

1932 - 2022

Our beloved mother, grandmother and friend passed away peacefully in Invermere. She is lovingly remembered by her children: Patricia, Bob and Maureen, her grandchildren and dear friends. She was predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Bob, and her older sister, Mary.

Audrey was born in Smithers in the summer of 1932 to Ernie and Lois Dawson. The family moved to Quesnel shortly thereafter. Audrey graduated from high school in 1950 and even though she and Bob were already an "item" she attended Normal School in Victoria before embarking on a teaching career. She first taught in a one-room schoolhouse in Fraser Lake and later in Quesnel. Audrey was especially passionate about sharing the joy of reading with her children, her grandchildren and her many students. An animated and thoughtful woman, she knew how to bring out the nuance of any story. Mom was a lifelong learner and earned her B.Ed. from UBC in 1987.

Audrey often gave more than she took, filling countless lives with smiles, laughter and a little wisdom. Her generosity of spirit was reflected in her lifelong mantra: "do unto others as you would have others do unto you".

Audrey and Bob retired to Chase in 1996, where they happily made many friends and took up new interests (quilting and choir singing). Frequent visits from and to children, grandchildren and friends filled Audrey's days with laughter and good times. Audrey enjoyed cooking and baking for family and friends and inherited her mother's green thumb. She found great pleasure in her garden and the friendships that developed from sharing a love of gardening and a "cuppa". We can't help but think of Mom with a smile when the iris bloom.                   

 Peace be with you, Dear Heart.