ELIZABETH (BETH) SANGSTER (WILSON)

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ELIZABETH (BETH) SANGSTER (nee WILSON) Suddenly, on Monday, August 16, 2004, at the Victoria General Hospital, Beth, beloved wife of Arthur, passed away at the age of 82 years. She is survived by her husband Arthur, of 55 years of marriage; son Doug Sangster (Kathy) of The Pas, MB; daughter Ellen Smith; grandson Sandy Smith (Judy) of Winnipeg; as well as numerous relatives and friends. Beth was predeceased by her parents; four sisters and two brothers. Beth was born in Unity, SK to Lorne and Elizabeth Wilson. She received her schooling in Lilydale, SK and then moved with her family to Maidstone, SK. Beth served in the Royal Canadian Air Force WD Division and retired as a Corporal in Lachine, Quebec in 1946. She then moved to Winnipeg where she completed training at Success Business College. Beth and Art were married April 16, 1949 and resided in Charleswood for a number of years before moving to Garden Hill, The Pas and Thompson, as Art was employed with the Department of Indian Affairs. She worked at various secretarial positions in each of these locations. Beth and Art retired to Bowsman, MB in 1978. Beth was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #51. She was a member of the local seniors club and she enjoyed playing bingo, cards (especially cribbage), crossword puzzles, knitting, crocheting and caring for a succession of cats, most notably Samson. Beth and Art moved to Winnipeg in 1996 and most recently to the Golden Door Geriatric Centre. In accordance with Beths wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. Interment will take place at a later date in the family plot in Mountview Cemetery, Silverwood, MB. Our family would like to extend sincere thanks to the staff at the Golden Door for all the care and concern during Moms stay there. In lieu of flowers, donations in Beths memory may be made to the Parkinson Society of Manitoba, 302 - 171 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3C 1M3. Silent thoughts of times together, Hold loving memories that will last forever. WOJCIKS ALL BELIEFS & FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 21, 2004