It is with great sadness that the family of Astrid Maria Procter of Woodlands, Manitoba, announces her passing after a lengthy and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s on Sunday, February 5th, 2017, at the age of 81.
Astrid will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 51 years, Fred and their children Pat, Randy, Trent, Trevor (Michelle) and, daughter in laws Jo Anne and Erin. Astrid will also be fondly remembered by her eight beautiful grandchildren, Paige, Nevada, Robert, Dawson, Brody, Lucas, Payton, and, Charlie. Astrid is survived by her siblings, Viola, Ted (Joy), Carl (Edie), Dorothy (Ken), Lloyd (Betty), sister in law, Winnifred and many nieces and nephews. Astrid was predeceased by her parents, Torger and Martha Simonson, brothers Gordon, Doug and, Gary, nephew Wesley, father and mother in law, Jim and Marge Procter and sister in law Edith Hjalmarsson.
Astrid was an incredibly hard working woman, who worked tirelessly to help support their family farm. She was an avid lover of sports, especially when her children and grandchildren played. She enjoyed making her ceramics and took much pride in her gardens, which were always so beautiful. Astrid was always happiest when her home was filled with her friends, family and especially her grandchildren. The delicious meals she always generously prepared kept everyone coming back for more! It was not uncommon to see Astrid on the floor playing mini sticks or doing a puzzle with her grandchildren, they were her pride and joy. Astrid loved her community of Woodlands, where she lived her entire life. She was a member of the Woodlands Legion, an avid Tuesday night bingo player, and in the last years of her life she enjoyed the company of the residents of Oak Park Estates.
A Memorial Service to celebrate and remember Astrid will be held on Saturday, May 27th at 1:00 p.m. at the Woodlands Hall, Woodlands, Manitoba, Shirley Williams officiating. Interment will follow at Woodlands Cemetery.
Very special thanks to the amazing staff at Rosewood. You are all angels on Earth. Thank you to Dr. Graham for his excellent care and compassion he showed Astrid and our family. Battling a long disease like Alzheimer’s is difficult and we all truly appreciate the love and support of our friends and family.
Those who so desire may make memorial donations in memory of Astrid to the Alzheimer’s Society of Manitoba 10-120 Donald Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3G 4G2 or Canadian Cancer Society (Canadian Breast Cancer) 375 University Ave, 301 Toronto, Ontario M5G 2J5.

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