Elworthy, Angela Mary (nee Poppleton) 84yr
Peacefully, with daughters by her side on March 22, 2009 at her home in Sunrise Senior Living of Victoria. Angela was born in London, England on October 2, 1924. In 1934 she moved with her family to Buenos Aires, Argentina where her father was Harbour Master (Royal Mail Lines). It was in Buenos Aires where she later met her Canadian husband, Gordon. They married in 1948 and resided in Vancouver and Victoria, BC. She was predeceased by her parents, Herbert and Ethel; husband, Gordon and brother, Edwin. Survived by daughters, Susan Crober (Paul), Jane Elworthy (Lorne), Christine Elworthy; grandchildren, Peter, Geoffrey, Lauren, and James; brother-in-law, Donald (Shirley) Elworthy; sister-in law, Betty-Joan Elworthy and many nieces and nephews in Australia and Canada. Also, remembered by close family friends Betty Tran and Lala Lam.
While raising her family she volunteered many years with the Girl Guide movement and at the Pearkes Clinic. After her husbands passing, Angela carried on with the family property management business and continued to volunteer and be a benefactor for many charities – in particular, Anglican Church Threshold Society and Habitat for Humanity.
She will be remembered for her unassuming demeanor, clever insights, sharp wit, and amazing phrases of wisdom.
Memorial Mass to be held at the Cathedral Church of St. John the Evangelist, 990 Falmouth on Friday, March 27, 2009 at 1:30 pm with a reception to follow at Sunrise Senior Living, 920 Humboldt St. at 3:30 pm.
The family would like to give special thanks to all the wonderful staff at Sunrise Senior Living and to the clergy of Cathedral Church of St. John the Evangelist whose visits gave her great comfort during her last months.
Flowers declined in lieu of donation to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of BC (http://www.leukemia-lymphoma.org/hm ), Anglican Threshold Society, or Habitat for Humanity Victoria, 2100 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4L3.
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J. R. Callahan
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Andrea Togeretz Your mom was a beautiful person inside and out. Her and holly would always be so happy to see me when I came into give angela her pills. She will be missed
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Daphne Goode Dear Susan, Jane and Christine;
I was so sorry to hear that you lost your Mum – our family lost our Mum just about two years ago now. I will always remember so many happy times on Ripon Road, our many fun filled mornings and afternoons of play, with your Mum such a warm and caring person, always the reliable Mum. I felt like she was a mother to the whole neighbourhood full of children…she was caring and concerned, and very gentle.
Plus, I had the added advantage of having her encouragement with Girl Guide mentoring…she judged me for my “toast and tea” badge (forgot the official badge name), and she was so sweet.
I was worried the whole time that I had too many crumbs on the plate, however I always remember her telling me that my effort in hospitality to the customer was really excellent. She said that my making her feel comfortable with her tea service was a big part of my receiving my badge. Anyway, it all sounds so trivial….. however…..move ahead about 15 years, and there I am, remembering her words as Nigel (my older brother) and I are working together in the hospitality industry….and, I knew what she meant!!! Her words meant a lot at the time (I was perhaps 10 years old??) and they meant even more to me later in life. She said that putting her at ease during tea service was the secret!I also remember many happy lunch times and playing on the lawn at your house. You were all great girls with a sense of adventure and fun, playfulness and friendship. I think we were blessed to grow up on Ripon Road in the time we did…surrounded by caring families..your Mum being one of the best!
I know how hard it is to lose your Mum..I hope you are forever surrounded with the best memories and that you move into the future with happiness about your past and that your Mum will remain with you forever!
Much love,
Daphne Goode
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Noreen and Randy Dunn Susan, Jane, Christine & your families
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mom, she was such a great lady who played a big part in my life. Susan I had such good times with you & your mom at Brownies, Guides. Hanging out at your place was always full of good memories. I remember the great times I had a Shawinigan with you all every summer for many years. I am so sorry I do not think I can make it to the service or reception today. I will give you a call in the next couple of weeks. Thinking of you all at this time. Take care. Noreen
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Charlotte Cronin I hope your sadness of the moment will soon be replaced with memories of significance for you and your sisters.
Thinking of you
Charlotte
Please accept my family’s condolences. I remember cousin Harold, but I never met Gordon or Angela.