Melanie and her Mom, “Tillie”
March 14, 1922 – January 13, 2012
Born in Grahamdale, Manitoba. Daughter of Henry and Caroline Munk.
Tillie passed away peacefully in Vernon B.C. in the loving presence of her daughters.
Predeceased by her husband of 68 years, Otto (June 25, 2010), daughter Cynthia, son-in-law Larry Schaufele and many siblings.
Survived by her sister, Emma, children; Doug (Starr), Marlene (Peter), Roger (Marsha), Ken (Amber) and Melanie (Wayne); 16 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
A devoted longtime Armed Forces wife, she enjoyed many travels abroad. Her hobbies included acting, art, sewing, cooking and ceramics.
Viewing and cremation was held at Bowers Funeral Home, Salmon Arm, B.C. on Monday January 16, 2012.
If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society, Suite 300, 828 west 8th Ave, Vancouver, B.C. V5Z 1E2.
Interment will take place in early July, 2012.
Melanie Hack
Author of Who Killed My Sister, My Friend
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