It is with sadness, the family announces the death of Audrey Ethel Collings, age 83, of Hampton, NB wife to Leo Collings, of 61 years, who passed away peacefully with her family at her side, on Thursday, September 17, 2015, at her home. She was born on May 15, 1932, in Saint John, NB, a daughter of the late Leroy and Iva (Campbell) Clark. Audrey is survived by her eight wonderful children, Kathie Rodger (John), Trudy Melvin (Bob), Louise McCarville (Gary), Maura Butko (Ed Norrena), James Collings (Brenda), Peter Collings (Coleen), Elizabeth Collings and Susan Rourke (Brent). She really cherished her twenty-two grandchildren and nine great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews. Also survived by her brother Kenneth and sister-in-law Lillian Clark, as well as sisters-in-law Colletta Woodruff, Theresa Stevens, Gertrude McNulty and Norma Latimer. Audrey, the consummate caregiver, was always making everyone feel comfortable with quiet and kind words. There are many fond memories of times spent with Aud; her favourite being large family and friend gatherings that provided lively fun and lots of laughter. Mom so embraced her large extended family which included spending time travelling and supporting each other through their lives. Nana loved her busy life, from a large houseful of children and a career in Hairdressing to having many projects on the go. Her passions included sewing, quilting, knitting, and handiwork of many kinds. From far and wide many people have been the recipients of beautifully crafted and designed quilts, sweaters, hats, scarfs, purses, and a baby quilt for every child that touched her life. Mom was always up for a game whether it was Scrabble, board games at a cottage or a game of bridge with her dear friends. Her most recent pastime included joining her quilting circle friends to assemble beautifully designed quilts, attend quilting shows, and to have wonderful social gatherings. Her family acknowledges and appreciates the kinship of her dear extended family, lifetime friends and Lil’s quilting ladies. Audrey was a member of St. Alphonsus’ Parish, the Catholic Women’s League and the St. Joseph’s Lady Auxiliary, as well as the Marco Polo Quilting Guild. Audrey is resting at Reid’s Funeral Home (506-832-5541), 1063 Main St., Hampton, NB, with visitation on Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Mass of Christian burial, celebrated by Father Kevin Barry will be held on Monday, September 21, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. from St. Alphonsus Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Saint Joseph’s Cemetery, Saint John, NB. Memorials in memory of Audrey may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the memorial of the donor’s choice. Personal condolences to the family and donations may be made through ReidsFH.com The family wishes to thank Dr. Lisa Sutherland for the exceptional care and friendship that she has provided to Audrey and Leo. They would also like to acknowledge the team from Extramural and Kindred Home Care.