Alix McIntosh Ridley

On June 30, we sadly said goodbye to an amazing mom, grandma, friend and person. Alix was born at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver early January 1941, during World War II. She was a very determined, brave and courageous woman who worked hard all her life.

She will be terribly missed by her daughters, Judie (Maurice) & Theresa (John) and grandchildren Brandon and Alisha all of whom Alix was so very proud of. She is predeceased by her loving husband, William Arthur (Bill) Ridley, and her parents, Major James T.W. Grass & Helen J. McIntosh.

Alix spent her life helping others. She loved her children, grandchildren & her animals – her Maltese & later her Miniature Pinschers who brought her such joy as did her cats! She also loved gardening and could grow and create an amazing flower garden display. She held many types of occupations during her life, which led her on many adventures with her family at her side. She was a proud member of the RCMP having spent 20 years working as a radio dispatcher in various communities. As helping others gave meaning to Alix, she continued working in the service industry up to the onset of her sudden illness.

We wish to thank the staff at the Nicola Valley Hospital in Merritt for their care of mom and say a special thank you to Dr. Adamson and the Langley Hospice Palliative Care Team who were very supportive during mom’s final days. We also wish to extend thanks to the many family and friends who have been so graciously caring and compassionate.

On Saturday, September 12 at 1:00 a Celebration of Life is to be held at the Civic Centre, Merritt, BC.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Angels Animal Rescue (Merritt – www.angelsrescue.com) or to Langley Hospice Society – a Memorial Gift on behalf of Alix Ridley – www.langleyhospice.com - would be greatly appreciated.