Ardell Louise Brophy

When I started at Burnaby Claims she was the one who sat near my desk and showed me the ropes ! Such a bright light she was ! A "get er done " type lady . Put smiles on so many faces ! Love ya girl. Marilyn Guimond.

Ardell was a trouper, an athlete and a hero to comics everywhere. Every day of her life, she knew what was important, and fought for it. She will always be well-remembered by those of us who knew her.

Miss you and forever thankful to have you as a friend and confidant , you always said we get it and no one else does and we did and still do Till we meet up again cheers xox

Although I had not seen Ardell since the late 90's, I have very fond memories of her from our days at the racetrack. Always joking, even in battle where she was instrumental in the unionizing of the mutuel employees at what was then Exhibition Park. I remember one of her first stand up routines that took place at at a track Christmas Party in 1996, of course she kept it horse industry related and had everyone in stitches from the get go. Rest in Paradise Red.

Very sad to hear of the passing of Ardell.

I am very grateful to her for all of the opportunities she gave me to perform Stand Up Comedy and I feel privileged to be counted as a Laff Riot Girl.

I appreciate Ardell's tireless efforts to promote women in comedy. She will be sadly missed.

Sending out heartfelt condolences and prayers to all of Ardell's family and friends who mourn her loss.

Ardell was such an inspiration to so many. She will be greatly missed.

A very funny, hard working, dedicated woman. I enjoyed every interaction I had with her, either at the bargaining table or at the comedy club, or over a cup of coffee. Rest in peace Ardell.

I was so sad to read this. Although I have not seen her for close to 20 years, I will never forget Ardell. I had just joined a practice as a newly registered massage therapist, and Ardell was an existing client of a chiropractor at the same clinic. One day I lamented out loud "I need some clients." Ardell was there and immediately called out "I'll be your client!" Thanks Ardell for your support. You were clearly a very special person, and will be missed by many. May you rest in eternal peace.

This was a woman whom did not have to shout to get your attention. Of all the people I have met through my work life - she taught me never give up. Thank you Ardell for crossing my path and helping me understand sometimes moving on is the way to go - to get a better results. You will be missed by many.

An amazing and strong lady...such a funny lady too...She will be missed everyone in the comedy community..The world will be a lot less funny now but we know you'll be smiling down at us. Blessings

What energy she had! A real firecracker. I'm sure she will leave a hole in all of our hearts.

So sorry to hear of Ardell's passing. She was a force to be reckoned with and represented her union members tirelessly, in a forthright manner, with integrity.

I was sad to hear about Ardell. She was a good lady who cared about people . She left her mark on this world, and it is a better place that she walked through it and she will always be remembered as a kind person who fought hard for things she believed in and for people she cared about. It is a privilege to call her friend. I will miss her as all who knew her will. A great loss. Rest in Peace my friend....Yvonne

What a rich life Ardell lead and what a legacy. Beautiful words written, Randey. You will all be surrounded by so many who care.

Ardell was a community champion, a leader, and a funny, funny woman. She'll be deeply missed.

Thank you for being my friend. You will never be forgotten.

I met Ardell about 24 years ago when I sat next to her in a small office with ICBC, she entertained us with stories about her height (short) and some of her comedy bits. Such a big presence.