We Remember
CURRIE, Helen
September 1, 1918 — August 10, 2014
Inez Helen Currie, nee, Love was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, Aug 10, 2014 in her 96th year. Helen is survived by her loving family, a son Bruce (Bobbie) and granddaughters Meghan and Tanya (Brendan).
Helen was born Sept 1, 1918 in Oyen, Alberta. She attended business college in Saskatoon in 1935 where she trained in bookkeeping. She married John Arthur (Art) in 1942 in Saskatoon. During the war, Helen lived in Victoria, Vancouver, Montreal and Ottawa all locations where Art was stationed. After the war in 1946 they moved to Vonda, Sask. where they welcomed the birth of their two sons, Bruce and Glen. In 1955 the family moved to Kitimat, B.C. where Helen became a travel agent at Kitimat Travel and Art became Municipal Manager. In 1976 Helen established her own travel agency, “Wings Travel” in Kitimat. Her position as a travel agent brought a wonderful opportunity to travel the world. In 1977 they retired to Kelowna, B.C. for the summers and to Mesa, Arizona in the winters, where she enjoyed golfing and playing bridge. Helen instilled the love of culture, history and travel into her two granddaughters.
Sadly predeceased by husband John Arthur (Art) Currie (2011), son Glen (1970), her father John Love, mother Catherine Love, and seven sisters, Winnie Grey, Catherine Lockhart, Dorothy Lapp, Jo Grant, Jen McLeod, Ruth McLean and Vi Campbell. Private service at Helen’s request. Special thanks to Shirley Foster who was at Helen’s bedside most of the nights during her last few weeks, and to all the caring staff at Hospice House. In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to the charity of your choice. For those wishing to send a condolence, photos or share memories, may do so by scrolling down this page to the area called “Share Your Condolences.”
Dear Bruce, Bobbi, Meghan,Tanya & Brenden
Our deepest condolences on the loss of a beautiful lady. May she be at peace in her new life and may you all find peace with your wonderful memories of her!
With love & compassion
Sam, Patti & family xoxoxoxo
Dearest Bruce, Bobbie, Meghan, Tanya & Brenden:
It is with heavy hearts that we send our deepest condolences to you and also to Helen’s friends. Helen always had a kind word for everyone, she was a true lady. We learned alot from your parents and have passed on their teachings to our adult sons. Helen was our life long friend and business partner. We will miss her greatly. Rest in peace Helen.
Ken, Barbara & Families
Dear Bruce Bobbie Meghan and Tanya
With deepest sympathy we send you hugs. May this sad time be filled with memories of love and laughter! May you cherish the happy moments!
With warm thoughts,
Julianne & Jackson
Dear Bruce and family
We were saddened to read of the loss of your Mom, Helen.
She will be remembered as a strong,gracious lady who contributed a special grace to every circumstance.
May she rest in peace. Fran and Mike
Dear Bruce and Family: So sorry to read about the passing of your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers go with you and your family.
Dear Bruce, Bobby and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother/grandmother. I remember when your dad was in the nursing home at the same time as my mom. I came to know your mom and she was a kind elegant lovely lady, as was your dad. My condolences in your loss.
Bruce and Bobby, sorry to hear about the passing of your mum,prayers and thoughts are with you
Dear Bruce, Bobbi and family, Many wonderful memories of your Mom with both the Mallow and Orr families in Kitimat and Kelowna. I know how much you will miss her, and it was such a blessing to have known her, a very “grand and special” lady. Special thoughts to all of you, Love Clare
Bruce, Bobbie and family,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom/Grandmother. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Dear Bruce,Bobbie & family,
We were very sorry to hear of Helens passing. We feel so fortunate that we were able to get together with her and yourselves not too long ago and share the afternoon with her. She had a good life and lived to be a ripe old age, what more can one ask for. We’d like to extend our deepest condolences to you all. The Stanley’s