Marie Claire Berger

Berger: Marie Claire November 7, 1939 -May 11, 2013. Marie was surrounded by many of her loved ones when she peacefully went to meet Saint Peter at the gates at the age of 73. Survived by her loving family, husband Hans; sons Joe (Linda), Martin (Cindy) ; daughters Louise, Linda (Len), and 10 grandchildren Madison, Meagan, Ryan, Sydney, Cassity, Logan, Samantha, Miranda, Renee, Maxwell and many nieces and nephews. Marie was the sixth of nine children Terry, Angele (predeceased), Monique, Rose-Anna, Hector, Hortense, Omer, Suzanne. She was born to Annette and Gerard Gauvin in St. Paul Alberta in 1939. At the age of nineteen Marie moved to Edmonton and worked as a dental assistant where she met her sweetheart of 54 years, Hans. They married in 1959 and had their first three children Joe, Louise and Linda prior to moving to Kelowna in 1966 where Martin was born. Mom, grandma was a kind, loving, compassionate, women who was the best listener. She had many hobbies; gardening, quilting, golf, bocce and was an active member in many clubs over the years 4H, CWL, quilting and the prolife thrift shop. Although it was originally believed she was suffering with Alzheimer’s she eventually was diagnosed with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. She faced her illness with bravery and dignity until she succumbed to it. Our family would like to thank the staff at Brandt’s Creek Mews and Hawthorne Park for their kindness and support. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 1077 Fuller Ave. Kelowna on Thursday, May 16th, 2013 at 1:30 PM with reception to follow at Kelowna Golf & Country Club 1297 Glenmore Dr. Kelowna. A private family inurnment will take place in the Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society in memory of Marie. If anyone would like to share a memory or story about Marie there will be an open mic at the church and reception.Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com, clicking on stories and typing in Marie Berger. Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna. 250-762-2299