Mildred passed away peacefully on the evening of January 31, 2015. She was predeceased by her husband Walter and her son Bryan.She will be cherished forever by her family; son John (Lucy) granddaughters Jennifer and Shana and great grandson Mackenzie; her son Roy (Dee) and granddaughter Tahnee(Brandon); her daughter Marguerite and granddaughter Laura (Anthony), great grandchildren Aiyana and Soul; grandson Shane (Nesta), and granddaughter Heather (Shawn).
Mildred was born in Manchester England, the eighth of nine children. During the Second World War, she served in the British Air Force and in 1946, she came to Canada as a War Bride.In 1964 the family moved to Kamloops. In past years she served as President of the Mothers Auxiliary to the Air Cadets, Member and President of the Vinsula Womens Institute, member of Mount Paul United Church Women’s Group, and participated in a very active Bridge Club.She spent the last few years before retirement at the Overlander Care Facility, employed in the Dietary. Mildred grew an astonishing English Country Garden. She and Walter spent many happy hours there and at the cabin they built at Adams Lake in the late 60s. Her joy was spending time with family and countless friends.
Mildred touched many lives in her 94 years with her loving ways, quick wit and sense of humour.
Thanks to all the wonderful staff and caregivers who have assisted our Mother in her varying needs; at Berwick, The Ponderosa and especially those at Ridgeview during her declining health. Many thanks also to Dr. C. Bantock for his many years of taking care of his “English Patient.”
A Celebration of Mildred’s life will be held in the Kamloops Funeral Home Chapel, 285 Fortune Dr. at 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 7, 2015. Reverend LeAnn Blackert officiating.
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Our deepest condolences Roy to you and family. Mrs.”T” was the best neighbour and second “mom” ever and will so deeply missed. What a lady she was.
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Elsie
As I read this tribute to a lovely woman, my mind wandered back in time.
Filled with images and thoughts of time spent with your family in a house on Fortune Dr.
Brought home by my big sis, being welcomed in like I was a part of your family.
A young teen, who at the time was in turmoil and destined to take the wrong pathway.
If I have a regret, it is that I never took the initiative to come back while your parents were alive and thank them for loving me and steering me back to a better place.
Mom Trusler and I say this with admiration and respect was a beautiful caring soul who touched my life and made me a better person. May she rest in peace, and be reunited with loved ones who passed before her.
Bless you in your time of sorrow.
Big sis Marguerite, my heart goes out to you and your family.
Roy, so sorry to hear of about your Mom. You’re in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy