MARGARET SMITH

April 27, 1905 – July 21, 2008

Margaret Smith was born in Wigan, Lancaster, England April 27, 1905. She came to Canada with her parents, John Robert and Rebecca Mason, settling in Winnipeg, Man. She married Alexander R. (Sandy) Smith on June 2, 1927. Pioneers of St. Marks, Man., they ranched, ran the post office and boarded the school teachers for many years. They were always very involved in the community and enjoyed serving others. They moved to Moose Jaw, Sask., Jan. 1, 1950, where her husband was employed by the P.F.R.A. In Moose Jaw, Margaret was involved with several organizations, including the Pioneer Choir. She was a resident of Moose Jaw until December 2000 when she moved to Calgary, Alberta to live with her daughter Bertha. She resided at Trinity Lodge, Calgary, from November 2006 – April 2008. She passed away at Sarcee Care West, July 21, 2008. She was predeceased by her parents; John Robert (Vimy Ridge) and Rebecca Mason; four sisters, Winoma, Ann, Rebecca and Regina; two brothers, John Robert and Albert Mason; her husband, Alexander R. (Sandy) Smith, July 1983 and grandson, Brett Warner, May 2002. She leaves to mourn; her daughter, Bertha Joyce Warner; grandson, Jeff Warner (Kelley); four great grandchildren, Kristen Clarke (Tom), Bryce, Sean and Trevor Warner; grandaughters, Shelley Desjardins (Sylvain), Lori Warner (Greg); great grandson, Tristen Reynard all of Calgary; niece, Pat Henderson (Ross) of Canoe, B.C., Linda (Allen) Wright, Deborah Smith, and Winona (George) Otsuji and nephew, Grant (Linda) Smith, all of Portage la Prairie and Faye Boyce of Winnipeg. Margaret was a very happy and optimistic person, though not unaware of sorrow and sensitive to the feelings of others. She was always revered by her family, who gave her great joy. She enjoyed her last years in Calgary because she saw her family often. Those who knew her will miss her unconditional love, positive attitude, quick wit and thoughtful counsel. Margaret truly inspired all who met her. As an expression of sympathy,

if you wish, contributions to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, c/o The Moose Jaw Shrine Club, Box 1329, Moose Jaw, Sask. S6H 4R3 would be appreciated by the family.

The Omega Funeral Home, 83 Royal Rd S, (204) 857-4621 will be in charge of the funeral to be held on Tuesday, August 5, 2008 at 10:00am. Interment at the family plot in Hillside Cemetery, Portage la Prairie, Manitoba following the funeral service.

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