Carol Nilsson (nee Anderson)
Posted By Sobering Funeral Chapel On January 20, 2020 @ 12:50 pm In Obituaries | 22 Comments
October 10, 1943 ~ January 18, 2020
Carol passed away at the Pinawa hospital on Saturday Jan. 18, with loved ones by her side after a lengthy battle with Mesothelioma.
She will be forever remembered and missed by her husband of 59 years, Albert, by her children Carl & Karen (Laura, Brenlee, Dael), Dan & Jennifer (Makenna, Lily), Brenda & Mike (Nathan, Melissa, Lindsay, Jenna), Grant & Lori (Tyler, Taylor, Trista) along with 14 great grandchildren and many extended family and friends.
Carol was pre-deceased by her father Carl Anderson who died in Belgium during WW II, by her mother Betty and stepfather Chief (Albert) Veilleux, her grandson Jesse in his infancy, her brothers Ian and Keith Veilleux.
Carol touched the hearts of countless people with her gentle nature and tender heart.
Carol and Albert fostered over 150 children during their years in Gillam, The Pas and Lac du Bonnet and were always willing to help out others on their life journey.
Carol was a business partner to Albert and the centre of her family, always being there for everyone.
She was an avid knitter, loved berry picking and gardening.
Carol was very involved and committed to community involvement with various programs such as Youth Mentorship, Lac du Bonnet Youth Centre, Justice Committee and Personal Care Home volunteer.
A celebration of Carol’s life will take place at the Lac du Bonnet Legion Hall on Saturday January 25, 2020 at 11:00 am, followed by a private family interment at the Lee River Cemetery after the lunch provided at the Legion Hall.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Pinawa Cancer Care or Cancer Care Manitoba.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thank you to all the wonderful staff at Pinawa hospital for their kindness and compassion during such a difficult family time.
A special thanks to Dr Bruneau for his care and compassion and to Dr Dawe and Dr Tan at HSC cancer care.
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Carol was one of the most giving and kindest person I had the honour of knowing. I will miss her. Our sincere condolences to Albert and all the family. Liz and Pic Boiteau
Our deepest and heart felt condolences go out to all of Carol’s family. She was a true lady and loved her family deeply, she was so very strong and courageous during her long hard cancer battle. She will be missed deeply
Ryon,Catherine,lance and Shane sellers
Carol was one in a million. I was fortunate to have her as a friend for quite a few years. I will miss her dearly. She was kind and considerate of everyone. Our condolences to Albert and his family in this time of grieving.
Love and prayers to Albert and all my cousins to ease the heartache of Carol’s passing. She won my heart when I was 2 yrs old, when my Mom left me in her care for an afternoon. I will always cherish memories of her smiling face, warm chuckle, kind heart, and gentle nature.
Albert and family, we are so sorry to hear of Carol’s passing . You are all in our thoughts.
Albert and family our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sorry for your loss Albert and family
Our sincere condolences to you Albert and your family. Carol will be greatly missed and her wonderful compassionate memory will live on in our hearts as she shared so much love to all whose lives she touched. May the Lord comfort you and your family during this time. With love Bev and Rolly Simard
To Albert and family my deepest condolences to you and your family. Carol will be truly missed.
Sending my heartfelt condolences to Albert and all the family. I pray that you will all have strength during this difficult time. I have very fond memories with Carole and I know you all have many more than I do. God bless you all.
Dear Albert & family.
So sorry to hear of the loss of your dear Carol.She was a gentle soul.Always so compassionate.to everyone..
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal but love leaves memories no one can steal.
To live in the hearts of those you leave behind is to never die and Carol will live on in all your hearts forever.
Love & hugs to you all Marlyn Harding
Sending heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Take comfort in the memories.
My sincere condolences to Albert and family. I was blessed with the opportunity to know the beautiful loving care that my cousin Carol so generously offered to those around her. She gave the family so many great memories.
Our dearest heartfelt condolences go out to the whole family. CAROL was a pillar in our community and was such a special person with young people. I worked with Carol on the original Friends committee years ago establishing a mentorship group under the watchful eye of Sean Kost. Carol was always an inspiration on how she handled children. Especially those that had issues. Carol you will be sadly missed and forever in our hearts. Rest in peace.
It is with a sad heart and Sincere Sympathy that I send our thoughts and prayers on Carol’s passing . The Family of Shawn & Monique (Veilleux) McMenemy , Nova Scotia .
Our condolences to the family. Carol was such a gentle and kind person.
Dale and Carol Hiscock
My heartfelt condolences to all my dear family ! Love from your cousin
Michelle Veilleux and her family!!!
My sincere condolences to Albert, his family and my cousins. I have cherished memories of picking blueberries with her and knitting together. Her cheery smile and warm heart will be sadly missed. With Love from your cousin. Carol Bean
My sincerest condolences to all family and friends. As a child growing up in Gillam, one of my fondest memories was always feeling welcome in the Nilsson household; I still remember Carol’s warmth and infectious humor.
I wish you all the best in this time of grieving.
Ray McKenzie
Albert and family, It is with a heavy heart that I offer my belated condolences in your loss. There is not a day the passes that i have warm thoughts of you all
Condolences to Albert and family. Carol was a great loving lady.
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Sending my heartfelt condolences to Albert and family. My thoughts are with you all.
Sandy Denne (Lori’s aunt)