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POTTER, Elsie Henrietta Simpkins (nee Powers)
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Born April 11, 1917 in Vancouver, B.C. Eldest of 5 children of the late Albert T. Powers and Annie J. Cederholm, and widow of S.W. Potter. Passed away peacefully on September 21, 2016 in Kelowna, B.C., age 99. A resident of Kelowna since moving from Edmonton in 1988. Survived by son Edwin (Barb) Simpkins of Comox, B.C., daughter Debra (Laird) Bowie of Kelowna. Also survived by 7 grandchildren; Kim, Steve, Kathy, Jessica (David), Michael (Alya), Tristan and Spencer (Alyssa), 5 great-grandchildren; Kari (Chris), Ashley, Ryan, Amy and Hana and 2 great-great-grandchildren Tenley and Tegan, along with many nieces, nephews (thank you Ron), step grandchildren and step great-grandchildren. Predeceased by brothers Leslie (Fernie) and Keith (Ev), sister Bernice (Joe) and step daughter Jean. Survived by sister Lurline Holinshead of Calgary, AB. Cremation with no service by request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Elsie to the charity of your choice. “If you must have a piece of ground to remember me by, don’t let it be a gravesite. Plant a tree, a garden or a field of grass. Let it be a thing of beauty or a place where children can romp and play.”
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Dear Deb and all the wonderful family. Amy and I were sad to learn of Elsie’s passing. She was such a kind, thoughtful woman. I was always so grateful for her warmth for Amy and her welcoming Amy into your loving and busy household.
You’ve paid her a great honour making her part of your home for so long. Your Mum honoured you and all of us with her active interest in all the “kid’s” and their activities and lives. Sending all of you a huge loving embrace, Elo
Deb, So sorry to hear of Elsie’s passing. She lived a very long and a good life. It is ironic that we both lost our Moms in the last couple of months. I know how you are feeling and it is hard. Take comfort in the wonderful memories and all the love you and your families shared. Know that I am thinking about you in this difficult time. Lois.
My thoughts are with you and family in this moments of sadness.
Your mom was always a very special part of all our lives for the Armours, and I will treasure her memories as i inestimably treasure my friendship with you. Be thankful that she enjoyed such a long and healthy life and that she was so much a part of your world and that of all your family for so long. No daughter could ever have done more for her Mother than you. May she rest in peace and may her spirit always be a part of your home, gone but never forgotten.