Audrey Jolayne King

Audrey Jolayne King, born February 15, 1943, passed peacefully on March 16, 2025, at the age of 82. Audrey had taken ill a few days earlier and was lovingly cared for in hospital by her family and personal attendants. Audrey was the daughter of the late Herbert and Maisie King (nee Ramsay) and sister-in-law of Louise King. Her memory will live on in her nieces and their spouses: Lynda & David King, Carole Anne & Derek Zibin, Veronica & Dale Albers, Brandi & Andrew Pigou, Karen & Daniel Wheeler, and John Lee. As well, she will be missed by their children: Elyse & Lauren King; John, Niki & Jacob Zibin; Alex, Preston and Cyrus Albers; Ethan and Gracie Pigou; Lily Wheeler; Tyler, Owen & Kaleb Lee. She was predeceased by her siblings, Errol King, Karen May King, Barbara & Sandy Wood, and her niece Chantell Wood-Lee. In all aspects of life, Audrey was one to lead change. She had a wonderful 30-year career as a psychologist at Hugh MacMillan Rehabilitation Centre. During retirement, Audrey was dedicated to support different causes and organizations. Her impact was felt locally and abroad where she was invited to speak, teach, write, and advocate on issues related to independent living. Outside of work she was an accomplished artist, writer, mentor, world traveller, and lifelong student. She regularly attended the Donway Covenant Church and her spiritual connection with that community. Audrey deeply appreciated her countless personal attendants who, over the years, have respected her independence while providing the personal care and support she needed in a dignified way. Their caring was instrumental to everything she accomplished. Audrey will best be remembered for her fierce devotion and generosity towards family and friends. She was happiest when she was surrounded by those she cared about and never limited her definition of family to those tied by blood. She valued everyone and made it a priority to include close friends in every family celebration. She was always immensely grateful to those who reciprocated that friendship and love. As our Aunt, Audrey loved to dote on us and led us through many wonderful adventures. She was our greatest cheerleader and taught us to give life our all. To quote Audrey, “Life is a gift. It is tough at times but…. stay on the roller coaster. The world needs the perspective and gifts that each of us have to offer.” A celebration of life will be held in her honour. The date and location, to be confirmed. To honour Audrey’s wishes, those attending the Celebration of Life are asked to wear “their brightest and most optimistic clothes and/or jewelry which has some significant memory attached to it.”