Martha Esther Ruth Carleton

Mom was born to John & Lena Miller in St. Boswells, SK on Feb. 12th, 1930. She lived in several towns before settling in North Battleford in 1962. She was employed at the Saskatchewan Hospital from 1963 – 1972 and then at the Regional Care Centre as a seamstress from 1972 – 1994, at which time she retired. Mom was proud of the time she served as the Executive of Union (1979 – 1994) and as Union President for 8 years. She had a love of sewing which carried on after her retirement. There were constantly people dropping by with sewing jobs & she loved to have the company. She had a passion for gardening, especially flowers and was a true animal lover with a special weakness for cats. Mom loved bowling, dancing, plays & concerts & was an active member of the Pioneer Club. Much of her time was spent volunteering, especially for BRCC, The Western Development Museum, The Lions Club & The Community Players. She cherished the friends she made through her social & volunteer activities. She loved to travel, her favourite places being the Maritimes, Yukon & Cuba. Mom is survived by her three daughters Wilda Thumm, Valerie (Marvin) Fillmore, & Darcy (Cliff) Bridges, her two grandchildren Alex Thumm & Nola McPete & one great grandson Kalan McPete. She was predeceased by her parents, brothers Jacob & Peter, sisters Lena & Louise & son-in-law Jurgen Thumm. She will always be remembered for her outgoing personality & cheerful demeanor. She was a kind & giving person who would help anyone in need. She will be deeply missed & forever remembered.