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DOROTHY EMILDA SPIERS (PIERCE)
Born: May 20, 1923
Date of Passing: Apr 11, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDOROTHY EMILDA SPIERS (PIERCE) May 20, 1923 - April 11, 2014 With family at her side on April 11, 2014 at Victoria General Hospital our loving mother, grandma and great-grandma left us peacefully to be with her Lord and Saviour, and reunited with her darling husband Donald who predeceased her in June 2003. Dorothy is survived and will be missed immensely by her maternal children David (Laura), Doug (Irene), Bob (Maureen), Gord (Cheryl), John (Leslie), D'Anne Hansen (Rick), and non-maternal children Beverly Lawrence, Patti Barss (David) and Barbara Seavers (Mike). Mom was predeceased by her infant daughter Darlene in 1957, and nephews Charles Barss and James Barss (Patricia). Mom and Dad's legacy of love and dedication built on their unwavering faith in our Lord and Saviour is best exemplified by their 27 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren that have been their absolute treasures. A plaque in the family home clearly said it all, "If I had known having grandchildren could be so much fun, I would have had them first". Mom is also survived by her younger sister Verda Jasper (Noel) and the family is so very thankful for their love and affection as Mom completed her journey home to her well-earned place in God's loving hands. There are so many memories which are simply too extensive to highlight therefore we take comfort that our memories of Mom and Dad will be carried onward into the future as our guide in continuing to lead our lives based on the teachings they have so dutifully laid out for us. One highlight of significance was the start of Mom and Dad's legacy and therefore worthy of sharing how God brought them together with a resulting history that will be cherished forever. Dorothy was born in Winnipeg to Reverend Gordon and Clara Pierce and the Pierce household became a virtual bed and breakfast for many houseguests for extended periods. One such guest, a young lady who had taken up residence in the Pierce home had developed a pen pal relationship with an R.C.A.F. airman during the Second World War and encouraged Dorothy to also pen a letter to the young, lonely airman so she could send it along with her own. She wrote a two page letter which in later years she described as a "crazy letter of sheer nonsense". Too embarrassed to send the letter, she crumpled the pages and threw them behind the bed. Her embarrassment was destined to be complete as while she slept, the young houseguest retrieved the pages and ironed them smooth and posted them. Soon after, a letter arrived from the young airman who happened to be named Donald Spiers and so the pen pal relationship began. After three years, numerous letters and brief meetings, Donald sent a ring through Canada Post with a proposal of marriage and it was Dorothy's Dad, the Rev. Pierce who placed the ring on his daughter's finger and in February 1944 the young airman took a train to Winnipeg where they were married. To all who have known Mom and Dad Spiers, their legend, legacy, life of service and sheer love of dedication and giving is how we will all remember their contributions to all our lives now and forever. The family wishes to thank Dr. Villeneuve and the many medical staff at Victoria General Hospital Emergency and Floor 4 for their professional care and compassion ...you are truly remarkable. A Celebration of Dorothy's life will be held at Immanuel Pentecostal Church, 955 Wilkes Ave., Thursday, April 17, 2014 with viewing at 10:00 a.m. followed by a service at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Scott Bullerwell officiating. A reception will follow in the church auditorium. A private family graveside service will take place at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, 4000 Portage Avenue. Flowers are graciously declined however donations made to a charity of one's choice are welcome. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.ca 204-885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 15, 2014
Condolences & Memories (14 entries)
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I met your Mom & Dad while visiting in Moose Jaw with my step Mom Evelyn Jenkins and my step brother Garry Riggs. I have very fond memories of your Mom telling me the story of how your blended family came to be. I have great admiration for your folks' great determinationn in raising 'one' large and loving family. It was a privilege to know them both. I attended the service for your Dad and met some of you then - you will not remember that time as your Dad was honored by so very many people who knew and loved him and your Mom. I leave you with this that I found and thought so appropriate ~ Deep are the memories ~ Precious they stay ~ No passing of time ~ Can take them away. My sincere sympathy to the whole family - you have a great legacy to carry on ......Sorry to be so late in sending this.....Pat Walmsley - Posted by: Pat Walmsley (Friend - for a brief time) on: May 15, 2014
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So sorry to hear of Dorothy's passing. She was a lovely lady. I knew her as a friend of my Dad's at Lindenwood Manor. She was always gracious and cheerful and was a delight to know. My sincere condolences. - Posted by: Frances Harris (nee Lockett) (Friend through Lindenwood Manor) on: Apr 30, 2014
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Dorothy and Don"s home was a home away from home when I first came west. They were a tremendous support to Ron and I through the years. We will miss her. - Posted by: Ann Hagglund (Cousin) on: Apr 26, 2014
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May loving memories be your constant comfort and fill your heart with peace - Posted by: Shirley McLean (long time friend of Laura and David) on: Apr 18, 2014
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To Doug and Barb, I am sorry to hear about the loss in your family. I was just checking for a funeral time for someone else and came across this obituary. I hope that the memories you have will carry you, and your families,for many, many years. We can't really loose people that we have loved deeply. May both of you find your peace. - Posted by: Kathi Ross (friend of family) on: Apr 17, 2014
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Although we only met Mrs. Spiers a few times while visiting my grandmother in Lindenwood Manor many years ago, each time was a pleasure. She was always friendly and had a smile on her face. She was a lady of beauty and fine dress. I always admired her spunk as it seemed she was always off to visit someone or take part in an activity. We are sorry for your loss Bob And Maureen, Debbie & Jason , Riley, Sydney and Jamie, and the rest of the family. God Bless. - Posted by: Kristin and Rudy Harder & family (friends of family) on: Apr 17, 2014
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John, Leslie and Family-Our deepest condolences in this time of sorrow. - Posted by: Wayne and Sylvia Yeryk (Friends) on: Apr 16, 2014
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We pray the love of God enfolds your family during your journey through grief. We send you thoughts of comfort. - Posted by: Michelle & Randy Jenson (Mother and Father of Carly's boyfriend (fiance')) on: Apr 16, 2014
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Dave & Laura and families, our thoughts and prayers are with you as you cope with your loss. - Posted by: Nora and Adrian (friends and colleagues) on: Apr 16, 2014
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Forever a gracious and elegant lady but at the same time she could crack with the best of them - after all, she was a Pierce! (she couldn't help herself :-) Many fond memories will keep her alive in my heart! My parents had agreed that when they finally both had passed on, that they would meet at the bench beside the lake under the tree with the purple flowers. My guess is that James (my dad) let Don in on the rendezvous spot, and he's dancing with Dorothy right now, right there. No grief can ever spoil the image I have that there's a whole mess of family all up there at a REALLY BIG party right now hosted by our Lord and Saviour! Love and prayers to all the cousins and extended family! - Posted by: Terry Pierce (Nephew) on: Apr 16, 2014
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Thinking of your family during this time. - Posted by: Kenn and Candi Whitehead () on: Apr 15, 2014
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She was a lovely lady and she will be missed. XVFI - Posted by: Marlyne Crawford (Niece) on: Apr 15, 2014
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Dave & D'Anne & your families, my sincere condolences. - Posted by: Bette Westall (Friend & Colleague) on: Apr 15, 2014
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My mom Herbie always referred to Dorothy as her special, special friend and she truly was. My Mom always remembered her even in her alzheimers mind. When I would take your Mom to visit my Mom would always say "oh it's my Dorothy" when she saw her. The last time her name didn't come out but she said "oh my friend". She will be missed, she was a very special, special lady. My sympathies to your whole family. - Posted by: Alda Thomasson (Family friend) on: Apr 15, 2014
