AGNES THERESE KERNAGHAN

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AGNES THERESE KERNAGHAN June 6, 1921 - January 8, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Agnes Kernaghan, on January 8, 2013, at the age of 91 years, surrounded by her loving children. Beloved wife of the late Stanley John Kernaghan, loving mother of her five children: Josie, Karen (Jason, deceased), Patti (Pierre), Darcy (Heidi), Jennifer (Foad), and grandmother to eight grandchildren: Alexis, Nikolai, Neisha, Joseph, Veronika, Katrina, Joshua and Dominic. Predeceased by her parents Anna and John Borody, and her brother Walter Borody. Agnes was born June 6, 1921, in Portage la Prairie, MB, and raised in Winnipeg. She worked with her father in his restaurant, the Denver Café, until July 1947, when she married the love of her life, Stanley. Agnes and Stan raised five children in Woodhaven, Winnipeg, where everyone knew our mom. She was a Community Club leader, a volunteer work coordinator and canvasser, charity fundraiser and sewed costumes for many children's' performances. An original member of the Sweet Adeline's, Mom was an accomplished soprano who chose to raise her family instead of pursuing a singing career. Mom loved to play piano and continued to cherish music throughout her life. In 1970, the Kernaghans moved to West Vancouver and resided on Highland Drive until 2001. Mom continued to be an active member of the United Church of Canada, from Sturgeon Creek United in Winnipeg to St. David's United Church in West Van. Mom was a member of the Senior Choir, she was the Junior Choir Leader, and organized countless children's performances in the Church. Agnes will be remembered for her fabulous smile, her sense of humour and her happy disposition. It has been said that our mom was everyone's favourite Aunt and it is not surprising that her grandchildren loved to be in her company because of her strength and enthusiasm for life. Our mother was unwavering in her love, patience and support for her children and family. Until the end of her life, our mother showed a resilience and strength of character that will be forever admired and cherished by all of us. Agnes' children would like to acknowledge and thank the ICU staff at Lions Gate Hospital for their valiant efforts in fighting for our Mother. Our family will always remember the excellent care given our Mother by Dr. John Corey. A Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 18, 2013, at St. David's United Church, 1525 Taylor Way, West Vancouver. In lieu of flowers, donations should be made In Memory of Agnes Kernaghan to the Intensive Care Unit at the Lions Gate Hospital Foundation. For those who want to share a memory please visit: www.hollyburnfunerals.com The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want Psalm 23:1

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 14, 2013