It is with profound sadness, that we as a family, announce the passing of Eugenia (Jean) Stanley Bellan, age 89 years on May 16th, 2021 at Dr. F.H Wigmore Regional Hospital in Moose Jaw. Mom was born November 23, 1931, in Bishopric, SK. At a very young age, mom knew the value of hard work, being frugal and putting her complete trust in God, her Lord and Saviour. In 1950, mom was employed with her first job, at the Moose Jaw Times Herald. She met the love of her life, Bill Ambrose, and married July 1st, 1952. As an immaculate homemaker and gifted seamstress, mom poured her heart into her home and raising their three daughters, Shelly, Sharon, and Shannon (while experiencing the very ultimate and profound loss of their infant child, Sheila Desiree). In 1980, mom accepted temporary employment at Valley View Centre in the sewing room, which she thoroughly enjoyed, until life led her to Saskatoon. She was still very much involved with family. It was there that mom received her Special Care Aid and was employed with St. Joseph’s Nursing Home. Mom also volunteered with the Saskatchewan Symphony Orchestra, which was a genuine passion of hers. After the passing of her second husband, Ted Hearn, and her retirement, mom returned to Moose Jaw, once again, pouring her heart into the lives of her family while embracing their events, accomplishments, and achievements. Mom was a strong supporter of the Moose Jaw community, with its fine arts events and fundraisers. Attending the Festival of Words became a genuine highlight of her summer. Moms’ favourite motto and words she lived by were “Look your best, be your best and do your best” words of wisdom that will be forever etched in our hearts. Mom also lived by “Let your hopes not your hurts form your future”. We will remember our mom, grandma, and great grandma for being stylish and fashionable. “The way you look, is the way you are going to feel” another motto mom lived by. Self-care was a must, eating healthy, getting fresh air, long walks and to be your best. She believed in us with unconditional love as well as being non-judgmental. Mom reminded us to always be our best selves; put our best foot forward and never give up. Mom always told us, “you need just one person to believe in yourself”, and she was that one who gave us courage to carry on. Mom went above and beyond for doing her best. Mom had a heart of gold, always putting others before herself and did her best to show God’s love with her heartfelt gift of generosity. Mom was a strong supporter of our local charities. In the summer of 2020, after a brief illness, mom was placed in the care of the Chez Nous Residence, her “dream home” as she would describe it. Once again mom could enjoy life to its fullest with tasty, healthy meals and safe walks outdoors. We are grateful to the staff at Chez Nous for their genuine care in these past few months. Mom will forever be cherished, and her memory will shine on and remain alive in the hearts of her family. She is predeceased by her parents Stanley (1954) and Lillian (1972) Billan; infant daughter Sheila Desiree Ambrose (November 30, 1960 – December 6, 1960); brothers George Billan (9 years old, 1954), Cliff Billan (2001), Ed Billan (2010); second husband Ted Hearn (1991); son-in-law Neil Pritchard (1999); grandson Jason Pritchard (2018); grandson-in-law Mike Gerbrandt (2017) and nephew Mark Billan (2020). Mom is survived by her three daughters, Shelley (Ken) Street, granddaughter Julie Gerbrandt, great grandchildren, Janaya, Kianna, and Joel, grandson Rick Street (Miranda Marcale); Sharon Pritchard (Ed Goodwin), grandsons Blake Pritchard and Shane Pritchard (Sherry Azure); Shannon (Dave) Jennings, grandson Linden Jennings, granddaughter, Carly Jennings (George Schindell); first husband and life long friend Bill Ambrose; godchild, Kathy Tennent; sisters-in-law; Carol Billan and Dororthy Billan; nephew Scott (Karen) Billan (Evan & Hanna); great-nieces Jennifer (Micheal) Langan (Micheal Mark Jr); Christy (Nathan) Knezacek (Logan & Juliette). Also survived Ted Hearns daughter Rae (Doug) Mitchell and family amongst numerous relatives on the Ambrose, Billan and Fedyk Sides. A Special thank you to the Doctors and Nursing staff on the Medical Unit at Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital in Moose Jaw for going above and beyond with their compassion for mom in her final days by having her favourite HYMNS and SPIRITUAL SONGS played at her bed side. Another special thank you to Pastor Jeremy McDonald from Moose Jaw Church of God for reading scriptures and praying with mom. Thank you, Della Ferguson, for being a genuine support person to our family during these hard times. In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in mom’s name (Jean Bellan) to Riverside Mission 40 Manitoba Street East, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 0A2 and/or Hunger in Moose Jaw 269 Stadacona St W, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 1Z4. A private family graveside will be held at a much later date. In living memory of Jean, a memorial planting will be made by Jones-Parkview Funeral Services. Chrystine Dacey- Funeral Director Intern
