Delayne Margaret Ward

(nee Adolphe)

July 25, 1933-December 1, 2014

With overwhelming sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Delayne, while being lovingly embraced by her two daughters, Deanna Wells (Steve) and Debby Ward. Predeceased by the great love of her life, Don, (2007), her parents, Bill and Daisy Adolphe, her sister Verlyne Halldorson (1999). She will be lovingly missed by her grandchildren, Josh Wells (Echo), Stephanie Siemens (Joel), Kevin Wells & adopted grandson Justin Arbour., She waited on her passing until she could hug each of her 8 grandchildren, Seth, Ethan, Mika and baby Ahri Wells and Tyson, Cara, Miley and newest baby Malachi Siemens. She will also be dearly missed by her nephew Cameron Halldorson as well as many close friends and relatives in BC , Manitoba and Japan.

Delayne was raised in St. Vital, Manitoba and worked for the Winnipeg Supply Company and CBC. She met the love of her life while at a work party. Her impressive hat grabbed his attention and then he had eyes only for her. They were married in 1957 and welcomed 2 daughters to complete their family. They moved to Calgary and then settled in beautiful Burnaby, B.C. and daily were surrounded by amazing views of water and mountains. They opened a small outlet bakery, The Bread Bin, and Delayne and her Aunty Betty loved to welcome and chat with the customers. Both Delayne and Don left a piece of their hearts in Manitoba and returned to “Lake Time” each summer at their cottage in the Whiteshell (their own Golden Pond). Sometimes peaceful but more often filled with love and laughter as family and lifelong friends gathered for fellowship, & games of crib and Farkle.

Delayne was loving, joyous, youthful,( she loved her i-phone), and a great listener to all.. She was happiest having family and friends surrounding her. She surprised her whole family in 2009 with a trip to Maui, a place that she and Don had found very special .She enjoyed working on crafts and baking. She loved the holidays, especially Christmas. She will be dearly missed. We are broken but she no longer is. Rest in Jesus’ Arms Mom and dance with Dad.

A Celebration of Life will be held at her family home on December 6, 2014. Drop in anytime between 2pm and 6pm. Call Steve at 604-556-1239 for directions. We would welcome pictures and stories of your favourite moments with Mom. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC.