Born in Langley, B.C. April 25, 1925. Passed away suddenly on April 4, 2012 after a long healthy life to explore the other side. She is predeceased by her husband, Edward “Ted” on Sept. 6, 1990. She is lovingly remembered by her son, Barrie Balshaw (Karen), Vancouver, daughter Shelley Richardson (Eddie), Las Vegas, NV, stepdaughter Dolly Benson (Ken), SedroWooley, WA, granddaughter, Sunny Balshaw, grandsons, Scott Hickox & David Paul Hickox, faithful cat, Spooky, many nieces, nephews, many lifelong friends & new friends. Special thanks to Lori Fisher for helping mom with so many things these past few years. She cared so much for all of you that it wouldn’t be fair to name only a few. Mom was raised in Langley, B.C. & moved to Vancouver at 17. She spent the first part of her life working for companies such at Bechtel & IBM (which she had to leave because she got married). She spent most of her working life with the RCMP & was made a lifetime member. She was very devoted to both her family & friends & would do whatever she could for anyone. Her home was always open to anyone she, or her children befriended. She always taught us to think of others first & treat others as we would like to be treated. She loved all of her family & friends so much.
Cremation through McCall Bros. A short celebration of life will be held at MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets at 3:30 p.m. with a reception to follow in the McCall Bros. Family Centre to visit and remember times with mom. Flowers gratefully declined. We love you, Mom and will miss you more than words can say. Condolences may be offered below.
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Barrie, Shelley and family,
It is so difficult to lose a Mother, Grandmother and friend under any circumstances. Please accept the heartfelt condolences from the Victoria RCMP Veteran’s Association. Your Mother was a proud life member and indeed was at a luncheon days before she passed away. All of us who spoke with her that day will hold onto that memory for a long time. She was a gracious and kind lady and you have good reason to be proud of her. She will be missed by many.
Rosei Bowman
Hi Barry, I’m very sorry to hear about Marguerites passing Fred said to me she was like his second mom.I always remember her as a very sweet and friendly women who loved you deeply.Are thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family