In the loving arms of her two daughters; Cindy and Kim regretfully announce the passing of their beloved mother and best friend on Thursday, January 4, 2007 in her 87th year. Predeceased by her husband Howard of 46 years and parents Mortimer and Margaret Wellings. Born in Ruthilda, Saskatchewan and raised on a farm in Saskatoon in 1920, Mina is survived by sisters Ruby Crawford, Rita McGrath, Nora Benolkin and Bertha Ellis. Also survived by brothers Ron, Gord, Ken and Len Wellings. Predeceased by sisters Elizann, Clara and Marie and brothers George, Herb, Clifford, Roy and Eddie Wellings. A cherished aunt to many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Northwood Funeral Home (942 Great Northern Road 945-7758) on Tuesday, January 9, 2007 from 11:30 a.m. until time of memorial service in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Ian Johnston officiating. Memorial donations made to the Ontario Heart and Stroke Foundation or Sault Area Hospital Palliative Care Unit would be appreciated by the family. Thank you to Drs. Mukherjee and S. Febbraro. Thank you also to staff of CCU, ICU, and the ER for their constant care. A very special thanks to all the Angels on duty in the Palliative Care Unit for their dedication, love and support during this most difficult time.
