It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Edith Maria Moffatt. Edith is survived by her daughter June, Grandsons Ross (Katie) and Neil, great-grandchildren Kellen, Paige, and James, sister Muriel, and many nieces and nephews. Edith was the sixth child of twelve born to Herb and Hattie Goth and was raised on a farm near Ottawa, Ontario. Edith was pre-deceased by ten of her siblings, granddaughter Lynn (2001), son-in-law Gary (2020), and husband Burnie (1988).
Edith was extremely close to all of her siblings and family was most important to her. Edith married her husband of forty-six years, Burnie, on Christmas day in 1941. Together they had a daughter June. Edith worked for the Federal Government for seventeen years, starting in Ottawa before being transferred to Surrey in 1978 to be closer to her daughter and grandchildren. Upon retirement in 1981 Edith moved to Kelowna. Edith was a very active member of St. David's Presbyterian Church. Her faith was unwavering throughout her 104 years of life. Edith resided in Fernbrae Manor for thirteen years where she volunteered with an Alzheimer's support group. The last six months of her life she spent in Cottonwoods where she bonded with residents and staff. The care she received while at Cottonwood's was exemplary and much appreciated.
Edith was a quiet, gentle soul who had a lasting impact on all she loved. Despite her quiet nature, Edith taught us what the true meaning of patience, compassion, and unconditional love truly means.
Edith will be missed dearly but we are ever grateful for the gifts she gave us as we celebrate her life and hold close the memories.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Lung Association. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date when Covid-19 restrictions are lifted.
Condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.firstmemorialfuneralkelowna.com
Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, BC 250-762-2299
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