Vivi-Ann Maude Meyer (nee Fisher) grew up during the depression and then the second World War, the youngest of 4 children in Yorkton, SK. She took from that upbringing a strong sense of optimism, a desire to make things better, to contribute to the large and small communities around her, to be generous with her love, affection and incredible gifts for organizing and creating.
Vivi-Ann graduated in Nursing from the Winnipeg General Hospital, where she was being fast tracked to be a leader/head nurse. But she chose to marry the love of her life, Arthur Meyer and create a different path: five children in under 7 years, happy homes no matter where they were, active in the church and community (Junior League, Revelers), an athlete (tennis, skating, basketball, golf and dancing with Art). Her unfailing sense of humour made this pillar of talent, creativity and beauty a person everyone wanted to be around.
Every organization Viv became involved in flourished with her participation. Fundraising became an art form when she was at the helm. In each city, Mom and Dad would embrace supporting an organization; Junior League in Calgary, NAIT in Edmonton, Alzheimer disease in Vancouver, the Open Door in Calgary. She resigned from being the past president Of the Open Door at the age of 94.
She found a special home for the past six years at the Fountains of Mission. What a terrific facility, full of caring and attentive staff, great food, wonderful new and old friends that became her ‘posse’ for bridge games several times a week, activities daily and in the last year, her new favorite: drumming!
We are especially grateful for the love and support provided by the Fountains of Mission Hospitality Team, Housekeeping, Events and Administration staff, and all the people who made each and every day “a good day” with their tireless effort, creativity and commitment.
In the recent months, we have come to know the Bayshore Home Care Aides and are so grateful to each one of you that made Mom feel loved, cared for, and safe. You made her last days comfortable and eased her body and soul. Thank you all.
Vivi-Ann will be keenly missed by her children Terry Meyer Stone (Andrew Stone), Nancy Inlow (Jim Hanley), Daniel Meyer (Bea Bohm Meyer), Laura Boyd (Frank Boyd) and JAK Meyer (Janice Stevens); her 13 grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life for Vivi-Ann will take place at 2:00 pm, Saturday, July 16th 2022 at The Lantern Church. 1402 10 Avenue S.E., Calgary Alberta, T2G 0X1
(Parking available at lot 1008 14 St SE.)
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations being made in Vivi-Ann’s memory directly to a charity of your choice.
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