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PRASLOSKI, Ann Elizabeth (nee Playfair)

Aug. 17, 1934 - Jun. 9, 2020

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Ann passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family, her legacy.

Ann is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Peter, her children, Sue (Tom), Bruce (Cathy), Janet (Paolo), Julie (Ron) and grandchild­ren, Bryan, Thomas, Brianna, Carleigh, Justine, Jaeden, Jesse, Graeme, Stuart, Cameron and their partners.

Ann was predecease­d by her sister Joan (Alex), and Son-in-law, Sean. Born and raised in Ottawa, Ann graduated from McGill University, HEc'55 and moved to Vancouver to complete her dietetic internship at Vancouver General Hospital. It was here she met Peter, they married in Calgary in 1957 and spent the next years in Oakland California, and Boston Mass, returning to settle in New Westminste­r in 1964, where they raised their family.

Ann valued family, community and tradition. She was a world traveler, an avid bridge player and enjoyed her "Bridge Day" with the ladies and visits with friends. Ann was known for her attention to detail, her organizati­onal skills and her many lists, which were legendary. She was active in the New Westminste­r community and volunteere­d with Meals on Wheels and the New Westminste­r and District Band.

Ann will be missed as a loving wife, a great mom, a caring grandmothe­r and cherished friend. There will be a private family gathering to celebrate her life.

Ann was a dedicated supporter of The Ride to Conquer Cancer, and several other charities. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the BC Cancer Foundation.

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