Ellen Jane Whyte

Ellen "Jane" (nee Arkett) Whyte, born May 17, 1955 died peacefully at home in Black Creek BC on April 5, 2012. Predeceased by her husband, Norm Hallworth the love of her life, her mother Joan, and Mooshie (her dog whom she loved dearly). Survived by her father, Douglas Arkett her brother Ron (Kathy and kids), stepdaughter Lisa Perdomo (Charlie and kids).

Lovingly cared for by Lisa, Jane, Randy, Darrin, Wolf for the last weeks of her life. She will be missed by her family, friends and those who knew her.

Thanks to Dr. Tom Gornall and the 3rd floor nursing staff at St. Joseph's Hospital. Special thanks to Rosie Chrest for getting her home where she wanted to be and Home and Community Care and We Care (Violet) for their care and compassion.

Jane worked for many years as a lab technician for St. Joseph's Downtown Lab and was known for her compassion, expertise and sense of humour.

Her favourite hobby was her greenhouse where she tended to her zucchini, cucumbers, squash, beans and tomatoes as well as other vegetables and flowers. She gladly shared her bounty with clients, friends and neighbours.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty of Animals SPCA would be appreciated.

Private Family Service was held.