JUNE MAUREEN SCOBIE

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JUNE MAUREEN SCOBIE June passed away on May 30, 2003 in St. Anthonys Hospital in Esterhazy with her family at her side. June Maureen (Kelly) Scobie was born on June 18, 1931 in Kenora, Ontario the daughter of Beatrice and William Kelly. She had one sister, Barbara Joy. Her childhood years were spent between Coney Island (Lake of the Woods) and Spy Hill / Tantallon. June had fond memories of her childhood spent with her sister and best friend, Barb, her grandmother, Minnie Lorch and her Aunt, Freida Miller. June married Jack (John) Scobie, the love of her life, on October 25, 1952. This union was blessed with two daughters and three sons. Jacks work took them to many places, eventually retiring in Churchbridge, Saskatchewan. Wherever they moved June made lifelong friends whom she treasured and always kept in touch with. June was a talented artist, always busy with crafts, painting and special projects. Many of her works are proudly displayed in the homes of family and friends. She also enjoyed travel, golf, dancing, swimming, skiing and curling to mention a few. She was an active member of her community taking great pleasure in her involvement with St. Andrews United Church, Churchbridge Communities in Bloom Program, Civic Activities (Alder woman) and many other service groups and volunteer groups. June adored her family. She took great pride in the accomplishments of her husband, children and grandchildren. She had her own special way of letting them know they were all so loved. Family gatherings were her specialty, her labor of love was to prepare special treats for all. A kind and caring woman, June always put the needs of others ahead of her own. When her health became a challenge, she faced that with determination, dignity and her faith in the Lord. She took great comfort from the love of her family and friends. Her husband, Jack, provided daily care, he watched over her, helped and encouraged her, his dedication never ceased and for this June was so grateful. Junes spirit will live on in all those whose lives she touched. June was predeceased by her parents, Beatrice and William Kelly and her sister Barb Smellie. She leaves to cherish her memory, a loving and devoted husband Jack; her daughters, Glenda (Laz) Cordeiro and Shannon (Greg) Adolph; her sons, Kevin (Cindie), Kelly (Sheree) and John (Marilyn) her grandchildren, Kyla, Carley, Krystal, Brodie, Elijah, Jessie, Courtnee and Brittany, as well as many other relatives and friends.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 14, 2003