Rushton, Edith Gwynneth (nee Owen) died on February 19, 2012 in Victoria, BC. She was born in Coningsby, Lincolnshire, England on July 11, 1918 and was the sixth of ten children.
Predeceased by her husband, Reg in 2005, her son Geoffrey in 1946, and her daughter, Brenda in 2011; Gwynneth will be missed by her surviving son, Paul and his wife Joan; her son-in-law John (Brenda’s husband); her grandchildren, Kimberley Donaldson, Blaine Donaldson, and Suzanne Rushton; her great-grandchildren, Zachary O’Toole, Adrianna and Anthony Donaldson; as well as many other relatives and friends.
Just before the war Gwynneth met Reg and they were married in 1942. In 1957 they moved to Nova Scotia, Canada, with their young family. Throughout her life Gwynneth loved music, playing the piano and organ. She also loved animals, particularly dogs.
A memorial service will be held at a later date in Nova Scotia. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your local SPCA. Condolences for the family may be offered at www.mccallbros.com Condolences for the family may be offered below.
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Liz Wright
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Diane Kays Dear Paul and family :
My condolences on the passing away of dear Gwynneth .
I had the privilege of working with Gwynneth in the early 1970’s at Family Services Assoc.in Halifax. This was my first job as a Social Worker and she took me under her wing and she taught me so much. I will always remember her kindness and caring and her straight forward manner. I have such fond memories .
Thinking of you at this time.Rest in Peace Gwynneth and Thank You.
Diane Kays , Charlottetown,PEI.
Dear Paul,Joan, and Susanne,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of Gwynneth. She and mum became such good friends in the 2 years they were together at Worthington. I will be forever grateful for the care Gwynneth showed towards our mother, Gwen, in her last days – Gwynneth stayed by mums bedside silently holding her hand and praying.
I remember her laugh, her tears and her stories. I am glad Gwynneth was with you in Victoria when she passed.
We hope your memories of Gwynneth will help through your days of grief.
Susan Lattimer & Liz Wright,