LEROY, Audrey

Audrey LeRoy

1927 – 2018

Audrey LeRoy passed away in Lethbridge on August 12, 2018 at the age of 90. Audrey was born in Leeds, England on December 21, 1927 and met Herbert LeRoy in 1944 while he was recovering in Leeds from an injury suffered while with the Calgary Highlanders during the Battle of Falaise Gap. Audrey immigrated to Canada as a war bride landing at Pier 21 and made her way by train to meet up with her new husband Herb. They resided in Lethbridge from 1946 to 1965 and raised 3 girls: Laraine, Susan, and Valerie. The family moved to Taber while Herb worked for Taber Irrigation from 1965 to 1992. After retirement Herb and Audrey moved back to Lethbridge. Audrey was an immaculate housekeeper and her house was her castle. She was a dedicated and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was an active member of the War Brides association of Lethbridge. She enjoyed crafts and telling stories of England. Audrey is survived by her daughters: Laraine Hamman (Bill) of Lethbridge, Susan Kane of Westlock, and Valerie LeRoy (Sheldon Wiens) of Lloydminster; grandchildren: Darren Hamman (Shianne) of Calgary, Stephanie Slee (Chad) of Fort McMurray, Jennifer Kirsch (Ken) of Edmonton, and Krystal Keane of Fort Saskatchewan. She is also survived by 8 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Herb in 2007; mother, Ivy and sister, Joan in England. The family wish to thank the staff and caregivers of St. Therese Villa for their dedicated care over the last 4 years. At the request of Audrey and her family, a private graveside service will be held in September. Cremation has been entrusted to MARTIN BROTHERS FUNERAL CHAPELS.

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