In Loving Memory of

Helen Ready

(Maiden: Smyth)
of Edmonton
May 12, 1932 - Jun 2, 2015

 

 

I was saddened to hear of Helen's passing. I worked at the Woodcroft Clinic with her many years ago. Helen was extremely pleasant to work with, kind and generous. After her retirement and mine as well I would run into her in public places and she always had time to chat and ask about my family. She will be greatly missed. God bless you, Helen
posted by Louise Stratulak : She was my manager at Woodcroft Clinic. : Jun 15, 2015

 

Helen was my supervisor, mentor and then colleague in what was, once upon a time, the Edmonton Board of Health. I got to know her the best during the time when the health system first started it's transition and we gamely struggled again and again to keep the public health system front and foremost. I remember her wonderful laugh which helped to build a sense a team and give us perspective. She was a wonderful woman and someone I will always remember from my public health days. I'm sorry to have missed her funeral as I'm sure it was full of health system colleagues who remember her as I do.
posted by Kathy Trepanier : Former work colleague : Jun 11, 2015

 

Lori and family, Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. - the Foothills Medical Center Rehab Team
posted by Janis Scott : Work with her. : Jun 11, 2015

 

I have many fond memories of Helen, starting from the time Brian and I first landed on Anne's doorstep in Edson and she delivered us to your home in Edmonton. There were the four of you then, a full and happy house and Helen made us feel welcome and part of the family - as did you all. Throughout the years she has kept me up to date on all the family, her stories about you all were filled with pride and humor. I will miss that immensely. Thinking of you all. Jo-Anne
posted by Jo-Anne Johnson : Helen was my cousin, Anne Gerlitz, her mother was my Aunt. : Jun 10, 2015

 

Dear Marianne, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I am thinking of you and your family during this time. Prayers. Janice
posted by Janice Scott : Friend of Marianne Tessier : Jun 08, 2015

 

As a new employee of the Local Board of Health I valued the in-service training that Helen arranged. Over the years I have marveled at the quality and quantity of the training that was provided. She was a great inspiration to me and I have often thought how lucky we were to have a nurse of her caliber on staff. She helped shape the Public Health Nurse I became (40 years worth) and she was a true leader and inspiration. Condolences to the family.
posted by Maureen (Scott) Porter : from work at the Local Board of Health : Jun 07, 2015

 

Very sorry to hear of your mum's passing. Your grandmother and my mother were close friends and Helen and I kept in touch after their passing. Helen gave me a copy of Ann's book and I have enjoyed reading it over the years. My sincere condolences to you all.
posted by Deirdre Panek : Explained above : Jun 06, 2015

 

David, My condolences.
posted by Bonnie Dunlop : David is a work colleague : Jun 05, 2015

 

My deepest condolences David. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.
posted by Ann Severson : Mother of a co-worker : Jun 05, 2015