Verna Leigh

Verna was predeceased by her parents Walter and Alice Pretula; husband Arthur; son Garry; brother Milton; and sisters Stella, Jeanne and Elsie.

Verna is survived by her daughter Faye (Mac) McIlveen of Vernon; son Brant Leigh of Kamloops; daughter-in-law Cherril Leigh of Edmonton; grandson Michael (Jayne) Latta of Kamloops; grandchildren Nicole Leigh, Kevin (Laura) Leigh, Rochelle (Moses) Leigh-Modi all of Edmonton; Great grandchildren Shawntae, Isaac, Hannah, Zechariah, Noah; sister Victoria Matlashewski of Winnipeg; and many nieces and nephews.

Mom had great passion for gardening and enjoyed eating the fresh vegetables, berries and fruits that were produced in her yard. Mom loved God and held an unconditional love for her family. Her greatest joys occurred during the visits of her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sisters, nieces and nephews. She always prepared a special desert for the meals whether it was Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving or visits from out-of-town relatives. Mom will be truly missed by her family and relatives.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Kip and the Kamloops Interior Health caregivers and nurses. A private family graveside service will be held at Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Royal Inland Hospital Foundation.

On-line condolences may be expressed at www.schoeningfuneralservice.com .