It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our Mom, Ardis, on Saturday, December 4th, 2021, at the age of 93 years.
She is survived by four children, Denis (Betty-Ann) Beaudry, Lorraine (Sandy) Anderson, Roxanne (Ian) McDonald, and Michelle (Kelly) Simpson; twelve grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and sister, Kay Walker. She was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Guy, in 2000 and her sister, Betty Kenny, in 2005.
Mom’s deep faith guided her and led her to become an advocate for women throughout her life. This was especially evident in her many leadership roles with the Catholic Women’s League of Canada. A member for over 70 years, she served as National President from 1984 to 1986. She served on or chaired many boards, including the John Howard Society, Catholic Social Services of Edmonton, and the World Union of Catholic Women’s Organization. A founding member of WIN House, she was involved in the sheltering movement for over 20 years. In 2019 she was a recipient of the “Founders of the First Women’s Shelters in Canada” award from the Government of Canada, for her pioneering work in providing safe haven for victims of domestic violence. In the last 3 years of her life, Ardis was instrumental in the writing of “WINning: The Trials, Tribulations and Triumphs of Opening a Women’s Shelter”, a history of sheltering in Edmonton.
Prayers will take place at Connelly-McKinley Funeral Home (10011-114 Street) on Friday, December 10th, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. As per the Restriction Exemption Program, all attendees must provide Valid Photo ID along with the Vaccination QR code or proof of a negative COVID test within 72 hours of entry.
A private Funeral Mass will be held the following day.
In lieu of flowers, we encourage a donation in Ardis’ memory to WINGS of Providence Society, P.O. Box 32141, Edmonton, Alberta, T6K 4C2.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Helen Ardis Beaudry 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Edmonton, Province: Alberta