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Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 31 to Feb. 3, 2023.

BLACK, Audrey Grace passed away peacefully on January 1, 2023 with her loving son Stephen and niece Maureen by her side. While we are deeply saddened by her passing, we also celebrate a Wonderful and Full life. Predeceased by her husband James Black and son Jim, Audrey was a strong, smart, fun and quick-witted woman - personality traits that she inherited from her wonderful mother Grace Meade.

After her husband died in 1992, Audrey went back to work at the age of 60 and worked full time until the age of 87. She left us too soon but with wonderful memories of her extensive travels with her son Stephen (London, Paris, San Francisco, and her favorite Carmel!), friends and adventures on Grovetree, her love for Football and Pittsburgh, and the incredible racehorses she and her husband raced in the 60's and 70's.

Audrey is survived by her devoted son Stephen, her brother Fred Meade and wife Judy, her nephews and nieces Terry, Daryl, Jennifer, Fred, Bill and Maureen (who was a loving and supportive presence in her last few months). She is also remembered by her incredible circle of friends.

Memorial donations may be made in Audrey's name to Red Door Family Shelter (www.reddoorshelter.ca).

A Celebration of her Wonderful life will be held in a few months.

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David

February 9, 2023

Audrey had an incredible life so it is fitting that we should celebrate her life. She did so many different things, went to so many places and met so many people. No matter what she did or where she went, she touched the lives of the people she came into contact with, and they were better because of her. I had the good fortune of meeting Audrey through her son Stephen. I found Audrey to be intelligent, witty, humorous and she always spoke her mind. I loved that about her because I always knew exactly where I stood with her - there was nothing fake or phony about her. Audrey welcomed me into her life, we became friends and we made a lot of good memories. I spent several Thanksgivings/Christmases with her and Stephen and she would let me help her set the table, help her cook (and by cooking I mean stirring or mashing things as that is about as much as I could handle), and she even let me help her clean up afterwards (as long as I did it the right way). On several visits, I can remember sitting and talking to her for hours while we intermittently watched "Law and Order" on TV. She would always make me laugh about something and many times she would give me a nugget of wisdom that helped me deal with something going on in my life back home. One of my favorite memories is when Audrey, Stephen and Jimmy sat down to teach me how to play Euchre. It was not a quick process - it took awhile (I have a thick head). Stephen and Jimmy would either get frustrated with me or be ready to strangle me, but Audrey would tell them to be quiet (I´m paraphrasing), and then she would very patiently explain to me what I was doing wrong and then explain the correct way to do it. The four of us would end up laughing and having a great time. Another great memory is when I would drive up from Southern California to Big Sur to meet Audrey and Stephen. Audrey loved Carmel. Stephen took her there several times on vacation, and then they would drive down to Big Sur to meet me. The 3 of us would have so much fun just driving around, walking along the coast or just sitting and talking while we ate and sipped martinis. One of my last memories of Audrey is when I went up to see her in Toronto in May of last year. Stephen and I helped her hang some pictures, and just do some odds and ends around her apartment. She was always the gracious hostess and made me feel very comfortable and very welcome. We sat and talked a lot while we watched tennis on TV, talked about joining the upcoming football pool later in the year, and we made plans for me to come back and spend Christmas with her and Stephen. That was not meant to be. But, Audrey gave me one last gift. All the beautiful things that made up Audrey (i.e., her intelligence, wit, humor, honesty and talents), are things that are embodied in her son Stephen that she gave to him. So anytime that I see Stephen in the future and spend time with him, I will also be seeing and spending time with Audrey and celebrating her life. It has been my profound honor and privilege to have Audrey in my life and to call her not only my friend but also a part of my chosen family.

Gloria

February 5, 2023

to Stephen my condolences to you I know how hard it is for you but always remember that there is a star waiting for you you are the best son in the whole world your mom was so proud of you anything she needs all she have to do is call Stephen your storm will pass you are going to be just fine may you find comfort in the beautiful memories you shared with her throughout the years

Gloria

February 5, 2023

The love of a wonderful friend is something that always lives on filling the days with sweet memories long after her presence is gone you still feel the warmth of her caring her wisdom will never depart for the love of a wonderful friend forever lives on in my heart I get to know audrey for almost two months but it feels like we know each other for a long time she was hilarious I really miss her sail on silver girl

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Irene

February 2, 2023

I worked with Audrey for many years. She was a generous, fun and witty co-worker and friend. We always had such great laughs together both at work and on outings. I always admired that at 60 she went back to work and made a new life for herself. I miss her and think of her often. Until we meet again dear Audrey. Your buddy, Irene.xxoo

Joanne & Abe

February 1, 2023

We feel so blessed to have crossed paths with Audrey in this lifetime. Thank you for the many smiles and memories. We are honoured to call her our good friend and neighbour and she is dearly missed.
Until we meet again!

Much love always,
Joanne & Abe

Joanne & Abe

February 1, 2023

We feel so fortunate to have crossed paths with Audrey in this lifetime. Thank you for the many smiles and memories. So honoured to call her our good friend and neighbour. She will be dearly missed
Till we meet again,
Love always, Joanne & Abe

Terry Black

January 31, 2023

I do miss her phone calls, visits and lunches! Great memories. The two Sisters and two Brothers are back together. Audrey will be missed, miss them all. Ter

Debbie McKenna

January 31, 2023

Mrs. Black always had a smile and a wonderful amount of energy. Each morning on Grovetree she would come out to say bye to Mr. Black and her boys and would give them advice all the way down the driveway, with a beautiful smile on her face. She was a wonderful mother and friend!! Our condolences to Stephen and her family. You always knew when she was in the room!! She was very special
John and Debbie(Roulston) McKenna

Cindy Rowley

January 31, 2023

Audrey has a very special place in my heart and I´ll miss her terribly, as many of us will! Although we weren´t able to get together for quite some time we always kept up our long telephone chats, talking about family, friends and of course the Grovetree gang. She was always so supportive through difficult times and never missed an opportunity to ask about everyone in the family. Stephen, my thoughts are with you...I know how close you and your mom have always been to each other. I look forward to seeing everyone at her Wonderful Celebration of Life in the spring and my condolences to everyone in your family. Lots of love, Cindy, Joey and Emily!

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