In memory of

Helga Strauss-Claereboudt

September 8, 1935 - March 11, 2019

Strauss-Claereboudt, Helga

Passed away peacefully on March 11, 2019 at the age of 84. Predeceased by her loving husband and soulmate Armand (2001). Stepmother of Claudette (Ken) of Regina, SK; great- aunt of Peter Ulbrich (Katja) of Halver, Germany; aunt of Manfred Mucke of Bielefeld, Germany; aunt of Gert Boden, of Pirna, Germany; and aunt of Birgitte Kassing of Spengler, Germany. Her dear friends, particularly Nancy Bowslaugh and Don Carter of Stouffville, ON; the family of Hernan Velazquez-Leyva of Puerto Padre, Las Tunas, Cuba; Christine Bukow and Patti Partridge, both of Pickering, ON will miss her laughter and zest for life. Fearless, Helga enjoyed travelling and mastered the languages of the nations in which she lived, worked and travelled. Classical music, art and opera delighted her. She enjoyed the great outdoors of her adopted country, Canada and was a keen tennis player and skier. As per her wishes cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Helga’s Life will be held on Saturday, March 30th from 1-4 p.m. at The Simple Alternative Funeral Centre, 1057 Brock Road, Pickering (905-686-5589). In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations will be accepted for Loyal (Dog) Rescue, Pickering.

Guestbook

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Cathy Bowslaugh (friend of the family)

Entered March 18, 2019 from Fenwick

Helga was a sweet lady and she will be sorely missed at our family gatherings.
RIP sweet lady.

Rita Morehouse (nee Boehm) (Friend and study mate (Spanish))

Entered March 25, 2019 from Pontypool, Ontario

I initially met Helga at a Spanish course at Durham College. A friendship quickly and we continued to meet socially and to speak Spanish (and German), even after the course was completed. Helga had an incredible zest for life, a contagious laugh and a quirky sense of humour. Although I had not seen her in about 4 years, we spoke on the phone and I thought about her often. I am very sad to see her go and I will miss her. Rest in peace Helga

Cathy Booth-Smith (Friend)

Entered March 26, 2019 from Bowmanvlle

I was saddened to hear of Helga’s passing. She had such a zest for life. I’ll always remember the evenings our Spanish language group enjoyed in Helga’s dining room. We learned and laughed a lot. I’m grateful for her hospitality and her friendship. Rest In Peace Helga.

Don Carter (Friend)

Entered March 28, 2019 from Stouffville

Helga was a big part of lives and enriched everyone who knew her.
Her love of life and adventure inspired us all.We will sadly miss Helga.
Helga you were the most beautiful flower in the garden.
Nancy Bowslaugh and Don Carter and Family

Victoria (friend)

Entered March 29, 2019 from stouffville

Helga, we will always remember you for your zest for life, and your passion for living. You always amazed us with your new hobbies and traveling. You will be very missed.