Tribute

Andree Bryce McKenzie, born August 11, 1926, on the family farm in Langley, BC, passed away quietly on the evening of May 11, 2017, at Evergreen Care Unit in Powell River. Andree was the youngest of eight children of the late Sven Nordman and Sarah Nisbet. She is survived by her daughter Geri Lee McKenzie of San Diego, sons Neil Bryce McKenzie (Nancy) of Powell River, Scott Christopher McKenzie (Lisa) of Denver and Todd William McKenzie (Janis) of Vancouver, four grandchildren and one great-grandson. Andree received her teaching certificate at Normal School in Victoria, BC, where she met her future husband Kenneth Lee McKenzie. The McKenzie family moved from Victoria to Regina to Winnipeg, and then back to the west coast in North Vancouver. In 1965, Andree and her four children moved to Powell River to be closer to her sister Lillian Gold and she continued her teaching career. She loved being with the youngest children and was a beloved kindergarten and primary grades teacher for many years. Andree had various interests but was well-known for her love of purple. In her late 60s she was reunited with her friend Harvey at their 50th high school reunion. They made a lot of fond memories together with their love of gardening and travelling. Andree was a true lady with the purest of hearts. She will be remembered as an extra special and loving woman, mother, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother and teacher by all who knew her. Thank you to the nurses and staff at Evergreen Care Unit for all your loving care.