We Remember

ANDERSON, Maureen Mavis
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Maureen Anderson passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at the age of 85. Maureen (aka Chic) was born in Edmonton on December 31, 1929. She was the youngest of six Gibson girls – Beatrice, Kay, Alberta, Joyce and Ruth – and one brother, Abraham (Nanie).
She attended McKay Ave. Wetaskiwin and Oliver Public Schools, and Victoria and Commercial High School where she graduated with a Comptometer diploma. During that time she was very active in teen activities and various sports and was the Jaycees nominee for Miss Edmonteen. Maureen joined the Hudson’s Bay Western Post Division and Raw Fur Department in 1947, where she remained until leaving to raise a family in 1951.
Jim Anderson and his beloved “Peanut” were married June 12, 1948; a marriage and shared life that would last until she passed and beyond, in memories, friends and family. In the years that followed their marriage, Maureen supported Jim through numerous transfers as he advanced through Imperial Oil, and still found the time to become a Worthy Matron of the I.O.D.E. and President of the Sakara Temple Dancers Daughters of the Nile. After all 4 kids left the nest, Maureen confirmed that she had inherited her mother Caroline’s astute business savvy by starting and successfully operating her own Land and Legal Services Company for 13 years, many with daughter Laurie at her side. They were a force.
An ardent golfer (including a hole in one), graceful dancer, curler, honest bridge player, chronic volunteer, craftsperson, fabulous cook and ferocious cleaner, Maureen retired with Jim to Kelowna in October of 1996 where she was Ladies Club Captain at Kelowna Springs Golf Club.
Throughout her life and wherever she resided, Maureen was much loved. Her bright blue eyes, radiant smile, quick sense of humor, and inner strength and goodness, captured the hearts of all who met her. But even more, she listened to, and thought constantly about, others. She was kind and compassionate, clever and fun, industrious and seemingly tireless. Maureen lived fully, and lived completely in the moment – engaged in the person she was with, or the activity she always raised her hand to join. She was a caring and devoted wife, mother, and friend.
The family would like to thank the nurses and caregivers at the Good Samaritan Mountainview Village complex care in Kelowna, Maureen’s community for the last three years. We are humbled and grateful beyond words for the daily tenderness and compassion we witnessed and the words from those who loved her who came to say goodbye.
Maureen is survived by her husband Jim of 67 years, son Barry (Judy), granddaughter Jody (Mark), grandson Scott, great grandson Parker, great granddaughters Lily and Campbell, son Kevin, granddaughter Bridget, grandson Samuel, daughter Laurie, granddaughter Danielle, grandson Dylan, great granddaughter Scarlet, daughter Leigh (David), granddaughter Caroline, grandson McCoy, niece Avalene (John Valens) and cousin Mary Wallace. Predeceased by son-in-law Garth Smith.
A Memorial service will be held Monday, June 29th at 4:00 pm at Springfield Funeral Home, 2020 Springfield Rd. Kelowna, BC with Reverend Chung officiating. In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Shriners of BC – Transportation, 3550 WAYBURN Dr. Burnaby, BC V5G 3K9. If you wish to send a condolence, post – See more at:
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Service
Monday, June 29, 2015 at 4:00 pm
Location
Springfield Funeral Home
Dear Barry and Judy: I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. I know she was a very talented, beautiful and loving mom to all. My very deepest sympathy to your family. With Love, Shirley xo
Was saddened to learn of Maureen’s passing. We think of our times together as the truly “golden years” with many a 3 Star evening we fondly remember.
Bill & June Swinton
We are very sorry for your loss and offer our sincere sympathy. Joan & Bob Fowler
Jim and Kevin. I am thinking of you. And my prayers are for you and your Family, Take care of yourself… Beverlee Klassen
Dear Jim and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. I remember some nice times we had together when I was young . (
I also babysat yor children Jim.)
I was Sheron Gunderson before
I was married so you should remember me by that name)
Jim and Family,
Our deepest sympathy. We remember you both when you lived here in Sandalwood. She was a beautiful lady, inside and out.
Dear Jim, Laurie and family
I was very saddened to hear of your beautiful wife, Maureen passing. I knew Maureen through her business Land and Legal Services Company. Maureen came to our counter at the Court of Queen’s Bench in Calgary to file legal documentation every single day. Maureen always greeted us with her beautiful smile and sunny disposition. I remember her and Laurie both fondly from my dealings with both of these lovely ladies. I wish to extend my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mother Laurie and to you Jim for the passing of your amazing wife.
Dolorese Carruthers (formerly known as McCool)
our deepest sympathy to all of you. A fine lady who was so proud of her family. May she rest in peace.We shared some good times, Klondike Days in Edm.comes to mind with our mutton/sleeve dresses.
Jim and family,
The Chix ‘n Stix in Calgary are all very sad to think that Maureen is gone. What a huge hole she will leave in your family! We as a group have many wonderful memories of golf, golf trips and fun times with Maureen. Her wit and wisdom from those years are great to remember! Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time of loss.
The Chix…..
Marg Ward
Joan Hutchinson
Mary Wright
Lynn Odland
Yvonne Burkart
Sandi Kinnie
I was saddened to hear from Roberta today about Maureen’s passing.
My thoughts are with the family at this time.
Maureen was a court runner for my first day at the counter at QB. I hold fond memories of Maureen. I very much appreciated her grace, spirit and encouragement (and patience) as I learned the ropes.
Jim and Family, I was so very sorry to read about Maureen’s passing. She was such a dear, sweet lady and so classy. I have fond memories of our families growing up together and going to school with Barry and Kevin. Please accept my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. Hugs to everyone, Cheryll Roberts (Pauline & Danny’s daughter)
TO Jim and Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We often think of you and Maureen.We asked few people at Balmoral where you moved and many thought you moved to Edmonton. We remember our few nice dinners, good laughs and jokes.Those were the good days we had living in Balmoral residence. May she rest in peace. Co and Flore Langeslag
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family Jim. Maureen was a great lady and a wonderful neighbour. Our many times together are fondly remembered.
We were sorry to hear of Maureen’s passing. Wow, 67 years….amazing! Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jim and the family.
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Kindest regards