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DOROTHY GLEDHILL
Born: Nov 15, 1931
Date of Passing: Jan 17, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDOROTHY GLEDHILL Dorothy Gledhill, aged 82, slipped away peacefully at Hospice House in Kelowna, BC on Friday morning, January 17, 2014, surrounded by family. She was born to the late Reginald and Gladys Youngest, November 15, 1931, in Halifax, Yorkshire, UK. She was married on October 25, 1952 to Raymond Gledhill, and they immigrated to Winnipeg MB in 1955, where they settled and started their family. In 2001, Dorothy and Ray relocated to Kelowna, BC. After finishing school in the UK, Dorothy did some modelling and was the winner of Neptune's Daughter Beauty Pagent in 1949. Upon moving to Winnipeg, she worked at the Tribune Newspaper, Paulin Chambers, and Wilson's Auto Electric where she made many friends. Mom loved to read, and loved crosswords. Tea was her beverage of choice. She had many accomplishments in her life, but her family was her most treasured. Dorothy is survived by her husband of 61 years, Raymond of Kelowna, her three children David Gledhill of Winnipeg, MB, Donna (Ray) Leclaire of Ile de Chenes, MB, John Gledhill of Anola, MB, six grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren in Manitoba and Saskatchewan. She is also survived by her sisters Sylvia (Ray) Bell and Gloria (John) Firth and their families in the UK, and by her late brother Gordon's children Michael (Debbie) Youngest and Yvonne (Tadashi) Fukada and their families in BC. There are many other extended family members and a great deal of friends whom hold her dearly in their hearts. Dorothy loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and was overjoyed around them. She truly loved her family and her family truly loved her. She will surely be missed and never, ever forgotten. Many great memories will be held dearly forever. We will all meet again one day. Our family would like to thank the staffs of Rutland Community Dialysis Unit, Kelowna Hospital, and Hospice House who cared for her, made her so comfortable, and showed her such love. As per mom's wishes, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Hospice House, Kelowna, BC. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com, click on stories and type in Dorothy Gledhill. Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna, BC (250) 762-2299.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 22, 2014
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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Always remember my auntie Dorothy with a smile and a laugh, to comfort any situation. The times I spent playing cards with her and my uncle Ray when I was young, will forever be my favorate times. All my LOVE Neil Gledhill - Posted by: Neil Gledhill (nephew) on: Feb 19, 2014
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I am a life long friend of Dave's and would like to pass my condolences on to him and the family. Our deepest sympathy. Ray and Mona Toews - Posted by: Ray Toews (Friend) on: Jan 31, 2014
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Very sorry to hear about your mother....our thoughts and prays are with you. - Posted by: Kim & Alain (Friends of Donna & Ray) on: Jan 27, 2014
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Sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. Although I had not seen Mrs. Gledhill in many years, I will always have fond memories of her being so kind to my brother and I when we first moved here from England. She always made me laugh and she always had a smile. - Posted by: Wendy Peters (Friend ) on: Jan 24, 2014
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We would like to express our deepest condolences at this very difficult time. The few times we met her she was a very happy and wonderful person. We will miss her. - Posted by: Wayne and Joanne (Friends and Kims in laws) on: Jan 24, 2014
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Auntie Dorothy always was happy and made us feel special. We will miss her so very much. Our condolences to you all. Love and hugs. Yvonne, Tadashi and Simon. - Posted by: Yvonne Fukada () on: Jan 23, 2014
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Dave, just wanted you to know that I'm thinking about you during this sad time. - Posted by: June Repo (David's friend) on: Jan 23, 2014
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So sorry to hear of your loss. Dorothy was such a happy go-lucky gal. We will always remember the good old days on Essex Ave. and your geranium on the kitchen window sill. - Posted by: shirley (pion) whyte (St. Vital neighbour, now living in Nanaimo) on: Jan 22, 2014
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Was saddened to hear of Dorothy's passing. I worked with her at Wilson auto and what a great lady she was my thoughts and prayers are with Ray and Family at this sad time. - Posted by: Marion Tschetter (Friend) on: Jan 22, 2014
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Our condolences to you, Ray and your family. - Posted by: Wally & Phyllis Born (Former neighbor in St. Vital) on: Jan 22, 2014