Myrtle Isabel Gifford

Born in Marmora, Ontario in 1929. Passed away peacefully on May 5, 2015 after many years with COPD. Myrtle spent 25 years of her life as a professional musician leading an all girl country and western band known as The Rhythm Sweethearts, travelling all across Canada, several US states and as far away as Thule, Greenland. She also toured several times with the Wilf Carter Show and worked with the stars such as Hank Snow, Wilma Lee and Stoney Cooper. She retired from playing music and entertaining in the early 80s and went on to work several years with Zellers in North Bay. Friends may visit at the TRULL “NORTH TORONTO” FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTRE, 2704 Yonge St. (5 blocks south of Lawrence Ave.), on Saturday, May 9th from 12:00-1:00 p.m. A Graveside Service will be held at Prospect Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. Myrtle was loved by many and will be missed by all of us who knew her. Rest in peace! Online condolences can be made at www.trullfuneralsyonge.com