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Ilmi Bird,

ILMI BIRD,

2021

BIRD,  Ilmi Sanelma (nee Varra) –  Born August 9th, 1924 passed away August 16th, 2019 a week after her 95th birthday. Ilmi was predeceased by her husband Norman Frank Bird.Ilmi was born and lived her entire life in Kirkland Lake. She had many lifelong childhood friends, but was bothered by the fact she out lived them all. Her parents family, which was quite large, and with the exception of one aunt, all lived in Finland.  Ilmi outlived her friends, aunts, uncles and cousins.She is survived by three sons Ron, Glen (Ranju) and caregiver Blaine as well as one daughter Marilyn (Bruce). She is also survived by four grandchildren Ryan, Ashlyn, Jarret and Kyla as well as five great grandchildren Jenna, Charlotte, Jakob, Jaiden and Axsel.Ilmi was employed by the Dept. of Social and Family Services for most of her working career. Upon her retirement she volunteered many hours and was recognized by the Ontario government for her dedication and commitment.Ilmi lived a full and active life until her stroke in 2017 which slowed her down and necessitated that she moved to Extendicare, where she sincerely appreciated the attention and affection of the staff.As per her wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no funeral or visitation. She will be laid to rest next to her husband at the Kirkland Lake Cemetery.Offer Condolence for the family of Ilmi Bird

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Rest in Peace, Ilmi. Condolences to Your Family in many Generations. Jukka Kokkonen Joensuu, Finland Ilmis mother, Ida (1892-1987), was sister to my grandfather, Veikko Kokkonen (1901-1992)

Jukka Kokkonen, March 1, 2021

Dear Ron, Glen, Blaine, Marilyn and families, So sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. I have many fond memories of both your parents from living on Third Street. Salt of the Earth people, and always so sweet and kind. May she rest in peace.

Cathy Meagher, March 1, 2021

my sympathy to all the family she was a lovely lady very nice and loving RIP WE WILL MISS YOU

francine charbonneau, March 1, 2021

Sorry for your loss Blaine and family.

Robert lee, March 1, 2021

Condolences to the Bird Family.. met Ilmi thru the Makarchuk’s…she was a very special lady…sorry for your loss.

Judy (Cale) Gervais, March 1, 2021

Fantastic and caring person. I did yard work for her, always pleasant asking me in for tea after I was done with the garden. Louise Davies

Louise Davies, March 1, 2021

Sorry to hear about your mom Blaine. Good you got to spend time before she passed. She was a wonderful friendly and generous person. Roy

Roy Fitzgerald, March 1, 2021

Condolences to the family. So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I was a friend of she and your dad, mostly through the Encore Club. Lots of “old” friends there!

Betty Fleurie "Blaauw", March 1, 2021

So sorry to hear of your Moms passing…she was such a lovely woman and wonderful mother…she will be missed.

Jed and Nancy, March 1, 2021

Glen and Bird family, please accept our sympathies.

Bill & Jo-Ann Glover, March 1, 2021

On behalf of Trinity United congregation as well as myself our sincerest condolences on the passing of your mom. She was a great lady.

Charlene Owen, March 1, 2021

my condolences on the passing of your Mother .. may she rest in peace , and her fond memories live on forever .

dobie, March 1, 2021

Our deepest condolences to the family of Ilmi. She was a very special person and welcomed everybody with open arms. Dar & Lynda

Lynda & Dar Bird, March 1, 2021

Our sincere condolences. Always had a big smile and greeting whenever you met Ilmi. She was a very lovely lady.

Gail and Philip Davis, March 1, 2021

My Condolences!!????????

Paul Tonkin, March 1, 2021

Our condolences to all the family . We have lost a very interesting aunt. Always enjoyed our visits. She always inquired about all our family. Called Terry the fireman. Judy and Terry.

Judy and Terry Turner., March 1, 2021

Thinking of your family during this difficult time. Ilmi and Norm were wonderful neighbours for so many years. We send our condolences and prayers to the family.

Judi Norris, March 1, 2021

Sending my most sincere condolences to the family. Ilmi brought a lot of joy to my days taking care of her at Extendicare. I will truly miss her humour, morning hugs and kisses. A beautiful person she was. Rest In Peace beautiful.

Tracy Ellerton, March 1, 2021

I express my genuine condolences to the Bird family. Mrs. Bird was a neighbor who magnified friendliness and extreme wit when in conversation. She will be sadly missed.

Stephen Boaro, March 1, 2021

I am sorry to hear about Ilmi Bird passing away. My. sincere sympathy to the Bird family. May she Rest In Peace. Michelle St. Georges

Michelle St. Georges, March 1, 2021

Hey Blaine and family, sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing! My sincere condolences!

Maurice Poirier "Bozo "", March 1, 2021

Very sorry to hear this. Condolences to all the family.

Marlene and Tyrone Souriol, March 1, 2021

To the Bird family we extend our sincerest condolences on the loss of your Mom. We remember Mrs Bird from our time living on Third St. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.

The Sangiuliano Family, March 1, 2021

We are sorry to hear of Ilmis passing ,may she rest in peace,she will be remembered with fondness,always such a pleasant lady,sending our condolences Annice & Bob.

Annice Tilley, March 1, 2021

I am sorry to read of Mrs Birds passing. Condolences to her family and friends.

Cathy Le Clerc, March 1, 2021