passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9, 2019, in her
97th year. Mary was born in Anyox, B.C. to John and Lottie Ellis but has
lived on the North Shore since the age of 2. She is predeceased by
both parents and her 3 sisters, Dida, Lottie and Joy. She is survived by 2
nieces: Myfanwy (Ernie) Harbidge of High Prairie, Alberta, and Gillian
(Murray) Gjernes of Surrey, B.C.~ 8 great nephews, 3 great nieces, 3
great, great nephews and 9 great, great nieces.
Mary was the District Manager of the North Vancouver office of the
Unemployment Insurance Commission from 1951-1981. Mary was very
actively involved in The Bridge Community Church (formerly Delbrook
Baptist Church) for many years, teaching Sunday School, participating in
Bible studies, and counselling and sharing her love and wisdom with so
many people.
A graveside service will be held on April 24, 2019, at 1:00 pm at North
Vancouver Cemetery, Lillooet Road followed by the memorial service
at 2:00pm at the Boal Chapel at First Memorial Funeral Services 1505
Lillooet Road, North Vancouver. A reception will follow. In lieu of
flowers, donations can be made to NAIM in support of the Grants.
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