Muriel Myrtle Westwood

WESTWOOD: Muriel Myrtle: Passed away at Kelowna General Hospital on 23 Sept 2012 at the age of 95. Born May 15, 1917 near Rivers, Manitoba. Muriel is survived by sisters, Hazel Patmore Skuce, Clara Hornibrook and brother Lawrence Short, son Keith (Marlene) Westwood of Kelowna, BC, daughter Janet (William) Hade presently of Trinidad and Tobago, four grandchildren, four step grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, two great great grandchildren, two nieces and three nephews. After graduating from school in Oak River, Manitoba, she obtained her teachers certificate and during WWII taught at the country school she attended as a child. After the war she farmed with her husband Malcolm (Mac) Westwood until the 1970’s when they moved to Kelowna, BC. They separated in 1988. Muriel was an avid rock hound, square dancer, quilter and naturalist. She was a life member of the Kelowna Naturalist Club and had a passion for botany. To Many she was known as the Flower Lady as for years she would catalogue every wild flower she found during the year. She maintained her home and large yard in Rutland right up until August when she was suddenly hospitalized. At her request, there will be no service, however a celebration of life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Kelowna General Hospital Foundation (special equipment purchases). Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com, clicking on stories and typing in Muriel Westwood. Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna. 250-762-2299