Ann Watt Thomas

Ann passed away peacefully at River Valley Lodge with family members at her side. Ann was born in MacDuff, Scotland and moved to Cawston, B.C., as a war bride in 1946. She also lived in Copper Mountain, Osoyoos, Britannia Beach and returned to Osoyoos in 1967 where she lived in her own home until May 2008. Predeceased by husband, Berkley Thomas, 1990. Ann is survived by her sister-in-law, Eva Patterson in MacDuff; brother, George Paterson (Dorothy) of Vernon, B.C., and sons, Berkley Thomas and George Thomas (Suzanne) and daughter, Beverley MacDonald (LeRoy); foster sons, Vernon Sam, Vincent Sam, Brian Sam and Ken Sam; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews in Scotland and Canada. A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, June 8, 2012 at Lakeview Cemetery, Osoyoos at 1 o’clock with Rev. Don Bodden officiating. A time of fellowship will follow at the Royal Canadian Legion, Br. 173 Osoyoos. The Thomas family wishes to express their gratitude to the staff of River Valley Lodge. You made Mum’s final years the best they could possibly be and we will never forget what you did for her. As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Orchard Haven Nursing Home, 700 3rd Street, Keremeos, V0X 1N3 or charity of one’s choice would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements entrusted to Graham Funeral Home, 5920 Kootenay Street, Oliver B.C. (250) 498-3833. Your message of condolence, sharing your fond memories of Ann may be sent to: www.grahamfh.com