Sept 1,1919-August 18, 2015
It is with deep sadness that our family announces the passing of Bertha Jewell Young in Peace Arch Hospital on August 18. Bertha was predeceased by her husband Bill in 1999. She leaves to mourn her daughter Peggy, step daughters Jean and Muriel, many grandchildren and great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Bert was a long time resident of Vernon before moving to Surrey in 2000. She was a teacher for many years at West Vernon Elementary. Bert was active in the Vernon Curling Club, Spallumcheen Golf Club and loved to play bridge.
A viewing will be held at Fraser Heights Chapel 14835 Fraser Highway, Surrey, B.C.on Tuesday evening August 25 from 5-7PM. Funeral services will be at St Marks' Anglican Church at 2953 20th Ave in South Surrey on Wednesday August 26 at 3:00.Reception to follow at Ricky’s Country Restaurant 2160 – King George Blvd Surrey B.C.
