GLADYS MAY DARLING

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GLADYS MAY DARLING (nee Hannah) July 20, 1912 - November 9, 2009 It is with sadness that I announce the peaceful passing of my dear mother and best friend, our grandmother Gladys Darling at the age of 97, on Monday, November 9, 2009 at the Victoria General Hospital. Gladys was predeceased by her husband Clifford Nelson in July of 1982 and her eldest son William Nelson, Hermosillo, Mexico in March of 1995. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Patricia Rose Powell, also dear to her are her eight grand-children: Nancy, Reno, NV; Mary and Gladys, California; Kim David, Winnipeg; Melissa, British Columbia; Rick, British Columbia; Cathy, Calgary; and George, Winnipeg; 17 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandsons, and numerous nieces and nephews. She also will be remembered by her daughter Betty Gunner and son Jack Darling. Gladys and Clifford married in 1930 in Detroit, Michigan. They were blessed in being able to enjoy both country living in Manitoba as well as moving to Winnipeg in 1947 where they remained. Her achievements were holding membership to the Rebekha's Lodge for 67 years. She was elected president of the Manitoba Ladies Curling Association for the 1967-1968 seasons with winning an 8-ender as a skip through the Grain Exchange Curling Club in December 1973. Cremation has taken place and a private family service and interment will be held at Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens. A special thank you to the nursing staff at St. Norbert Personal Care Home who embraced Gladys and made her stay comfortable. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Gladys to the Oddfellows and Rebekha Manitoba Eye Foundation, Box 132, 4025 Roblin Blvd, Winnipeg, MB, R3R 3V5. To Grandma How very, very lucky we are that you were our Grandma. You opened our hearts through your love. Your inspiration and guidance will always be with us. You always gave us encouragement when we needed it. You have been the most important lady in our lives. Your love and wisdom will always be with us. We are fortunate and grateful that you were with us for such a long time. Thank you so much for so many memories to treasure. May God care for you as you did for us. All of us, your family and friends will truly miss you. We Love You, Grandma. Glen Lawn Funeral Home 982-7550

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 16, 2009