We Remember
DRUMMOND, Anna (Frey)
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I once asked mom what she wanted her obituary to say, at first she said she did not want one, she told me not to put anything in the paper. I told her people might want to know, I explained that she knew so many people and some might be interested in knowing why the world all of a sudden seemed a little quieter and little sadder. She said ok but she didn’t want any mushy stuff, no religious stuff, no listing of her hobbies or how she filled her days, what she liked to do or that she worked at the Swift Current hospital for so many years – none of that stuff. And then she said I was not to put a list of names of all of us that preceded her, I told her it might be the only time I would get to see my name in the paper, she gave me the look and smiled. Then she said if I absolutely had to put something in the paper I was only allowed to say that she was dead. And under no circumstances was I to put down her age, and she wants the truth told, died fighting to the last breath – not “peacefully in her sleep”. And I had to promise that she was to be cremated, she once thought maybe I could put her ashes in my car so that she could travel around with me, hopefully to the shopping malls I’m sure – I’ll have to think about that. So here you go mom: Anna Agatha Drummond (Frey) died on May 22nd, 2012, fighting to her last breath. Leaving behind her husband Allan Drummond, her children: Brent (Matthew, Kristin), Janet (Gary, Kendra, Kayla), Robert (Christine, Stefany, Courtney) and Shannon (Kelly). And many brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and friends. One last thing, a favourite poem of mom’s was “When I am an old women I shall wear purple” – maybe the next time you come across it and read it you will think of Anna for that moment – I know I will.
To the family of Anna Drummond,
You don’t know me but I just wanted to pass along my condolences and tell you how precious I thought the Obit for your mom was. So authentic and heartfelt. Somehow, I think your mom would be amused to see it. Bless you all in the loss of someone who was obviously very precious to you. Best regards,
Deb & Glenn Harrison
Just wanted to say the write up for your mom was beautiful, how lucky you all must feel to have had such a great lady in your life. I could feel her spunk, her zest for living through that obit, and it made me laugh. She is pushing you forward, and sure, take her to the mall.
I didn’t know your mother, but I would have liked to. It was a beautiful message.
I’m sorry for your loss.
Jordie, Kelowna
My Grandmother is dying this week and I want to thank you for your humour in your mothers obituary. It made me chuckle and made me think happy thoughts about gramma. She sounds just like your mom 🙂 She sounds like a very special lady, your memories will keep you smiling.
Didn’t have the pleasure of knowing your Mom, but I KNOW she’d sure be proud of her ‘non obit’,,, as I’m sure she was of you. So sorry for your loss.
A fitting obit as per your mother’s request. Well done. Even though I didn’t know her, I share your sorrow.
What a wonderful way to say goodbye… she was full of energy and always looked so put together… we loved having her as part of our red hat group…. and… she did wear the purple with dignity and pomp!! Condolences to the family
What a beautiful partying message. Whoever wrote it did an amazing job. Cracker and I send out deepest condolences and hugs. Being a relative thru marriage, I didn’t get to know her well. From the stories I heard from her brother Cracker, she was loving, kind, funny, proud, and amazing lady who will be missed. Your uncle Cracker asked me to get a message to his nieces, nephews, Al, and all the children since he doesn’t have a computer: ” I’m sorry you lost your mother and an amazing sister. She loved all of you do much and was proud of you. You all are in my thoughts. Despite the many miles between us, I am grateful to have kept a close relationship with my beloved sister and Al. I’ll never forget you and will think of you every day. She may be gone but all the wonderful memories she made will live on forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sent with love from your uncle Walter (Cracker) Frey.”
Your Mom was very special as you know…we did have some good times shopping, picking saskatoon berries and just talking…..the obit. was absolutely her talking…brought a smile to my face. Al, I feel so badly for you…but you have the comfort of knowing you made her last days the best you could.
bonnie
I didn’t know your Mom but know she must have been an amazing, forthright and feisty lady….like my own Mom, who passed away 3 years ago. Yours is the obituary I should have written. Take comfort that you’ve done your Mom proud. Peace.
A special person always leaves a Footprint in your Heart.
No one can ever take those special memories you have.
Memories remain forever-
May you find Peace and Love in the
precious memories of Good times
spent together.
Our Prayers and thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
Love
Cathy Woz
To the Drummond family.
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Whoever wrote her obituary did a wonderful job. I remember her well from growing up on Ashley Drive in Swift Current.
Sending our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss … our thoughts are with all of you and your families during this difficult time.
Rick, Joy, Della and Jason
That is a very special good-bye and I’m sure she is having a giggle knowing you honored her request. Be it on earth or in the heavens, I believe our mom’s watch over us and guide us with their presence and their hearts no matter where they are. My condolences to all of you.
My condolences on the passing of your mother Anna.your aunt Louise and I spent many good times with your mom , we especially liked to eat her Christmas cake batter, and she let us ,you were very young at the time,still in diapers. Your mom always had good advise for us.
And I can just picture her saying what she
Wanted done, even if we hadn’t seen each other for a long while. She isn’t someone you can forget.
Love and prayers to you and family
Norma Neufeld
I have wonderful memories nursing with Anna for many years at the Swift Current Hospital. Anna was a Dear Friend, we had so many happy times and laughs. With Deepest Sympathy, Fern & Bill Forester
I have wonderful memories nursing with Anna for many years at the Swift Current Hospital. Anna was a Dear Friend, we had so many happy times and laughs. With Deepest Sympathy, Fern & Bill Forester
So sorry to hear about your Mom. I will never forget the two of our Mothers working together in Emergency. They sure did their best to have some fun! Took a ride through the old neighborhood last night…..sure brings back lots of memories. Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. Rob Forester
I worked with your mom in emergency in Swift Current for many years. As I read the obit it was like having her beside me and brought tears to my eyes. Your mom was very special, full of life and laughter and a wonderful nurse.
My heart goes out to all of you.
I also thought the obituary was so great. Ann was my nurse in Swift Current Hospital in July 1958 when I had a car accident ( compound fracture of the femur ) was in hosp for three months. She was indeed the girl that made you smile everyday, and a wonderful nurse. Made you get your act together and move it ! I am also a Red Hatter ( love the PHOTO of her )
A wonderful lady. xxoo
Deepast sympathy