Margaret Louise Reeder

DEC 14, 1943 – MAY 24, 2014

Peacefully on May 27th, surrounded by her husband of 53 years, her daughter, son and granddaughter, Namie passed away at Marjory Willowby Snowden Hospice House after a lengthy illness. Eternally loved, cherished and missed by her husband Bob, daughter Brenda Ryan (Todd) of Kamloops and son Brent Reeder (Mayu) of Edmonton. Also left to cherish her memory are her brother Ted Simmons (Gail) of Williams Lake. She was the consummate grandmother and will be greatly missed by her grandchildren, Daina, Danika (Sam), Desiray (Ryan), Dean (Amber), Wade (Nicole), Stewart, Pat (Jen), Jennifer, Julia and eight great-grandchildren especially Joel and numerous nephews and nieces. Also mourning her loss is Dennise Stewart and family.

Margaret was born in Edmonton and grew up in the Cariboo. She married Bob in Williams Lake in 1961. They moved to Kamloops in 1964. Margaret had a long career working for Woodwards in Kamloops, retiring in 1992.

Margaret found her greatest joy in her family – raising her children and later grand and great-grandchildren who affectionately called her Namie.

Margaret was very active in the community; volunteering at Tranquille Hospital and various social committee functions at Woodwards. She also played softball and bowled. She enjoyed various handicrafts.

The family would like to express heartfelt thanks to Dr. Thomasse and Daphne and staff at the clinic and the wonderful staff and the volunteers at Marjory Willowby Snowden Hospice. Many thanks to our family and friends who gave their support and encouragement during this difficult journey.

A celebration of Margaret’s life will be held on Thursday, June 5th at 12:00 PM at Shoenings Funeral Chapel in Kamloops, Rev. Teri Meyer officiating. Interment to follow at Hillside Cemetary.

In lieu of flowers, a donation in Margaret’s name to Marjory Willowby Snowden Hospice House in Kamloops would be greatly appreciated.