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BORN
1943
DIED
2015
Nina AUNE Obituary
October 23, 1943 - February 18, 2015
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our loving mother, wife and dear, dear friend. Nina passed away peacefully on February 18, 2015 at Vancouver General Hospital. Born in Nelson, BC and raised in Penticton, Nina eventually made her way to the big city to attend UBC. It was in Vancouver that she met her adoring husband Keith, and built a life filled with passion, laughter and true love. The genuine kindness and wisdom she offered everyone she met left a profound impression. Nina was predeceased by her brothers Steve Zibin and John Zibin and will be greatly missed by her husband Keith Aune, son Trevor Aune, daughter Shayna Phetsarath and son-in-law Sourigna Phetsarath. She is also survived by her brother-in-law Brian Aune, sister-in-law Ruth Glenen, nephew Jonathan Aune, sister- in-law Coleen Zibin, nieces Jendy Zibin and Kerry Zibin, sister-in-law Marg Zibin, niece Tonya Waldock and nephew Misha Zibin. Our love for her is always and forever. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, February 26, 2015 from 2-4 p.m. at Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club located at 4300 S.W. Marine Drive. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation.
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March 23, 2015
Sorry to hear about your loss. Nina was such a wonderful lady and I will miss her smiling face and kind words. She will be dearly missed at Boundary Bay, Lynda Pedersen and family
February 26, 2015
I met Nina when I was a student in the Medical Records Librarian Program at R.C.H. Among her many duties one was teaching. She was an excellent teacher, always pleasant and kept her cool under pressure.
Barbara Buell
February 26, 2015
We have such wonderful memories of Nina as our neighbour at our beloved cabins at Boundary Bay. Nina and Keith were special friends, we have watched our children grow up and we have always looked forward to our summer visits with them. Nina was a wonderful person and will be missed by so many friends. We are sorry we can't be at her celebration of life as we, like so many of her friends are in Palm Desert but we will be sharing our memories of her today. Sending loving wishes to Keith, Shayna and Trevor and family. xoxo Brenda and Dave Eyford
sandi and gus wahlroth
February 24, 2015
we were so saddened at the passing of Nina. She was a wonderful lady and we hold many great memories of her. Our hearts are with you in this very difficult time.
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Sheila Hatswell
February 23, 2015
I was so sorry to hear this news. Nina was such a lovely person, and a lot of fun. My heartfelt condolences go out to Keith and family. Remember, she is always with you, in your hearts.
Judy Matheson (Littlejohn, Hatfield)
February 23, 2015
So sorry to hear of Nina's passing. We were the best of friends in high school and I practically lived at the Zibin home as a teen. My condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 23, 2015
Nina and I did a lot of dancing at Teen Town in the fifties, she was always a lot of fun and a thoughtful friend..fondly remembered.
Love, Bob and Angie Ferguson
Sahara MacDonald
February 23, 2015
Nina was a lighthouse for all of us as kids. She sat and listened, made fun and snacks. She took such care with all of Shayna and Trevor's friends. It seemed everyone who spent time with Nina was instantly taken with her, she had a special way about her. Peaceful and fun, Nina was a soldier of love and goodness. I will never forget the bounty of kindness Nina showed me over the years, in particular her nursing me through the worst flu ever when I was stuck in Vancouver on tour. She put me to bed, brought me ginger ale & crackers, she saved me. My thoughts are with Keith, who has also shown me many kindnesses over all these years and of course both Shayna and Trevor, my old friends I am thinking of you. May Nina live on endlessly through the beautiful memories each if us have of her...
Madeleine BEAULIEU
February 22, 2015
Wonderful memories come back when you hear Nina's name. Truly a lovely unique and special lady who will be sadly missed by all. And may those memories bring you some comfort at this time.
Savi Phetsiriseng
February 21, 2015
Deepest sympathy, so sorry on your loss.
Bob & Wendy Fay
February 21, 2015
We always felt fortunate to call Nina our friend. We have wonderful memories of
fun times spent with both Nina and Keith.
Our deepest sympathy to all the family.
With loving thoughts,
Bob & Wendy
Nancy Carlson
February 21, 2015
Nina was the best. I have so many wonderful memories of her. She always made me feel so special and that all my high school worries and problems were the most important in the world. She had time to listen to them all and reassure me everything would be okay. She always remembered exactly what was going on with me and would make a point of keeping track of how I was doing. Sometimes I went to hang out with Trevor, but really I wanted to see Nina. The three of us, or sometimes just the two of us would sit and chat until the world seemed like a better place. Nina was so beautiful and kind and smart. I have nothing but the best memories of her. Thank you to the Aune family for always having the most open and welcoming home and sharing your mum with us.
Jim Porcellato
February 21, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Joan Smith
February 21, 2015
Oh, my dear old friend. We met at UBC in the dorm, shared laughter, tears, and exchanged confidences. And what mischief we did get into! Friends through the years, though living on opposite coasts. You were a special friend to me. I do love you, and send my love, sympathy, and courage to your wonderful family. Namaste, dear Ninabear.
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