Marjorie Edwards Nokomis, Saskatchewan Obituary

Marjorie Edwards

Marge Edwards Oct 17, 1920 – Nov 2, 2014 Marjorie Ima (Paul) Edwards of Nokomis passed away November 2, 2014 at the age of 94. Marge was born October 17, 1920 on 12-28-22 W2 near Govan. In her grade 12 year, Marge met a dashing fellow named Albert, at a dance in Govan. After she finished school she attended Regina Normal School in 1940 (Teacher’s College). She taught school for one year at Flanderdale near Simpson and then the following year at Naisberry, south of Melfort. Marge and Albert were married on her family’s farm outside of Govan, on July 11, 1943. They resided on the old Scott farm north of Nokomis until they bought their home in town. They had two children, Jim and Betty. Marge kept busy with Homemakers with terms as secretary and treasurer. She was very involved in her community with church, W.I. and eventually the Seniors Drop Inn Center. Marge enjoyed gardening, curling, Bridge and watching sports of all kinds. She found joy spending time with friends and family, fishing, camping and travelling. Grandchildren and great grandchildren to Marge were the best and she spoiled them all! Marge was predeceased by her loving husband Albert in 2011 and her son Jim in 2007. She is survived by her daughter Betty (Kelly) Graham, children: Deanna (Darryl), Derek (Julie), Nancy (Michael), Lisa (Rob); daughter-in-law Fran Edwards, children: Carolyn (Dale), Kevin, Joanne (Steven), Donovan (Jen), 26 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held in Nokomis United Church on Thursday, November 6th at 1:00 p.m. Interment in Nokomis Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nokomis Agricultural Society, Box 483 or Christ Anglican Church, Box 267, Nokomis, SK S0G 3R0 would be appreciated. For online condolences, tributes or to make a donation please visit www.fotheringham-mcdougall.com
October 17, 1920 - November 2, 201410/17/192011/02/2014
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Marge Edwards Oct 17, 1920 – Nov 2, 2014 Marjorie Ima (Paul) Edwards of Nokomis passed away November 2, 2014 at the age of 94. Marge was born October 17, 1920 on 12-28-22 W2 near Govan. In her grade 12 year, Marge met a dashing fellow named Albert, at a dance in Govan. After she finished school she attended Regina Normal School in 1940 (Teacher’s College). She taught school for one year at Flanderdale near Simpson and then the following year at Naisberry, south of Melfort. Marge and Albert were married on her family’s farm outside of Govan, on July 11, 1943. They resided on the old Scott farm north of Nokomis until they bought their home in town. They had two children, Jim and Betty. Marge kept busy with Homemakers with terms as secretary and treasurer. She was very involved in her community with church, W.I. and eventually the Seniors Drop Inn Center. Marge enjoyed gardening, curling, Bridge and watching sports of all kinds. She found joy spending time with friends and family, fishing, camping and travelling. Grandchildren and great grandchildren to Marge were the best and she spoiled them all! Marge was predeceased by her loving husband Albert in 2011 and her son Jim in 2007. She is survived by her daughter Betty (Kelly) Graham, children: Deanna (Darryl), Derek (Julie), Nancy (Michael), Lisa (Rob); daughter-in-law Fran Edwards, children: Carolyn (Dale), Kevin, Joanne (Steven), Donovan (Jen), 26 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held in Nokomis United Church on Thursday, November 6th at 1:00 p.m. Interment in Nokomis Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nokomis Agricultural Society, Box 483 or Christ Anglican Church, Box 267, Nokomis, SK S0G 3R0 would be appreciated. For online condolences, tributes or to make a donation please visit www.fotheringham-mcdougall.com

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Thursday, November 06 2014
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Nokomis United Church
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NOKOMIS, SK S0G 3R0
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