Gudrun Adele Marie Boldt

She was loved in turn by everyone who was fortunate enough to know her. She was an amazing mother, mother-in-law, wife, aunt and friend. She was fiercely independent, hard working, and generous. Gudrun never complained, nor had an unkind word to say about anyone. She always wore an infectious smile, no matter how she was feeling inside. Her positivity was an inspiration to many, especially her beloved daughter, Heike, whom she loved as much as life itself. She was smart, strong and incredibly brave in her final years of suffering with COPD. Her loss will be felt deeply by family, friends, and the incredible staff and residents at Hallmark on the Park assisted living facility, where she resided these past few years. They were a second family to her, especially the amazing care aides and nurses, and her best friend and tablemate, Peggy.

Gudrun had a full and wonderful life. She was born in Goettingen, Germany and later lived in Dortmund with her first husband Bruno and her daughter, Heike, until emigrating to Vancouver, Canada in 1975. They bought and shared a house with Bruno's sister Anneliese and family for two years, before building their own house in North Delta and later moving to Surrey. She worked at Fraser Bakery, as a care aide for a lady with cancer, and later at Freybe Sausage for over 25 years. Even though her Shipper job was hard and always so cold, she loved working with her colleagues and staying lifelong friends with "The Girls". Gudrun and her sister-in law, Anneliese, were the best of friends until their passing, alongside Judith and Napoleon who later lived in the Cariboo. So many good times were had over the years by these four friends for life.

Gudrun enjoyed camping, dancing, bowling, travelling, crocheting, cooking and soaking up the sun. She loved to go to casinos and play the penny slots. She was very lucky and most of the time took winnings home. She belonged to the Vancouver Austrian Club for many years and enjoyed all the activities they had to offer. She was on their bowling team, in the choir, went on hiking trips and volunteered when she could. She went to all their dances with Bruno and best friends, Hermann and Elfriede. Sadly, both Bruno and Elfriede passed too soon in 1991. Not too soon after, Gudrun and Hermann become a couple and continued to be best friends and enjoyed life to the fullest. They had very similar personalities and were two happy peas in a pod. They lived in Burnaby until they both needed extra support and care, and then moved to Aldergrove and Abbotsford to be closer to Heike and her husband Jamie..."Sonny" as Gudrun called her dear son-in-law, whom she loved as her second child. He loved her like a second mother in return.

Gudrun's passing has left a big hole in many people's hearts. She was such a genuinely good person. Her loved ones are taking comfort in the fact that she is now resting in peace and is no longer suffering. Her final wishes were granted, and at her request there will be no service. If you wish to make a donation in her name, kindly consider donating to Jackman Manor in Aldergrove, where Hermann resided until his passing. Gudrun's family wishes to thank everyone at Hallmark on the Park and Jackman Manor for the amazing care they provided their loved ones.