Lillian Marie Ryan, age 81, passed away peacefully December 4, 2022, after complications due to a broke hip. Born November 7, 1941 to Sigurd & Angela Anderson. Lillian was an accomplished seamstress and cook. She worked tirelessly in upholstery and creatively made clothes for her children and nieces. She had hands of steel, strength of a lion, wisdom and cunning like a fox . She had a great sense of humour and had a joke or shared hilarious stories with everyone she encountered. She was fire with eyes of jade.
Lillian was a dedicated mother. She treasured her children, and her purpose was to teach them courage, compassion for others, strength and independence. She was hardworking and loved her 6 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time with them, telling them animal stories, cooking with them and telling jokes . . and boy oh boy, did she love a good joke!
Lillian will be missed deeply by her immediate and extended family. Lillian was predeceased by her father and mother Sigurd and Angela; her siblings, Bernice, Edward, Doug, and Vernon. Lillian is survived by her sisters: Marge, Gladys, Laverne, Karen, Linda, and Lynn; her brothers; Roy and Ron. Her two children; Terry Ryan (Cindy) and Shelley Ryan-Hovind (Cody). Her six grandchildren; Nicolle, Aaron (Kayla), Melissa, Jared, Ariel, and Kaitlyn. Her 7 great grandchildren; Victoria, Jeremy, Sean, Natalie, Taylor, Eevie, and Aurora.
Lillian was an accomplished outdoorsman. Her favourite activities included camping, fishing, and hiking. She was always informed with the latest news and loved watching the Edmonton Oilers and Edmonton Eskimos. Lillian loved country music and had an awesome sense of humour.
Her favorite quote was “kill ‘em with kindness” as she always extended a helping hand, delicious home cooked meals or an attentive ear.
A celebration of life will be announced at a later date, with notice.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Lillian Marie Ryan November 7 1941 December 4 2022..
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Death notice for the town of: Sherwood Park, Province: Alberta