Edith Caroline Graham

Edith Caroline Graham passed away on April 28th, 2012 in her 96 year. She was born on November 11th, 1915 in Neudorf, Saskatchewan – the second child of John and Mathilda Rauch. She moved to Leader, SK at a very young age entering grade one when she was only 4 years old. After graduating, Edith took her teacher’s training in Moose Jaw, Sask. She received her Master’s Degree in Education at U.B.C.. She began her teaching career in Saskatchewan, but moved to B.C. in 1945 after serving two years in the Airforce. She taught high school in Ladner, BC and then Richmond, BC. She retired from teaching in 1981. Edith moved to Kelowna in 1986 and lived at Wedgewood Retirement home for many years. After a short illness, she moved to the Village at Mill Creek and her last days were spent in Orchard Manor. Edith was pre-deceased by her husband Bill, in 1958, her brothers: John, Fred and Harold (& sister-in-law Esther), sisters: Betty Olson (Bill), Laura Lucier (Phil) and Elsie McRobert as well as brother-in-law Walter Locke. Survived by her sisters: Vi Locke and Ruby Fedoruk, sisters-in-law: Irma Rauch and Rose Rauch, brothers-in-law: Perry McRobert and Henry Fedoruk, as well as many nieces and nephews. She will be deeply missed by her loving family and friends. A family graveside service will be held. In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Edith to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com. and searching Edith Graham under stories. Arrangements in care of First Memorial Funeral Services, (250) 762-2299.