Obituaries

MCKINNON, Mary

The family of Mary McKinnon, sadly announce that Mary passed away peacefully at the age of 99 on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at Glenmore Lodge in Kelowna, BC

Mary was predeceased by her husband Robert, (Bob) in 2010; two sisters, and two brothers in Northern Ireland, and son-in-law Lorne Dennison. She is survived by her sister Nellie Gibson, of Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland; daughters Kathleen Dennison, Ann Klapstein (Roy) and Loreen Weatherly (Larry).

She will be greatly missed by her six grandchildren, Carol Dennison (Glen), Robert Dennison (Susan), Debbie Anderson (Richard), Richard Anderson (Yashoda), Wendy Weatherly (Michel) and Craig Weatherly.

Mary also leaves 10 great grandchildren; Alexis Gaudet, Rylan Gaudet, Andrew Dennison (Carol), Nathan Dennison (Katie), Rebecca Staley, Alison Staley, Sarah Staley, Madhava Anderson, Charlie Dennison and one great-great grandson Owen Dennison.

An Irish war bride, Mary came to Canada in 1946, starting out in Tisdale Saskatchewan, then Willow River BC before settling in Prince George on Dogwood Street in 1948 where she and Bob raised their family before relocating to Kelowna in 2002.

While living in Prince George, Mary was very involved with St. Giles Presbyterian Church. She is also a lifetime member of the Prince George Figure Skating Club. She was a volunteer accountant for the Canadian Figure Skating Association, and received the

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Condolence Messages

Nov 14, 2018
Ann, Kathy and Loreen,

So sorry for your loss. Mary was a very special lady and will be missed by all who knew her. There was always a smile and we will miss our yearly birthday tea at our house. God Bless.

Lorne and Marion
Nov 12, 2018
Kathy, Ann and Loreen, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Kirsten
Nov 06, 2018
Kathy, Loreen and Wendy,

Unlike Wayne said above, I do check the obits on Castanet all the time.

Once again, I find that someone very special has passed on and unaware of it. So sorry, my own fault, been far too long since seeing Mary. The last time I visited at Hawthorne I don't think she remembered me. The best neighbor I could have ever had while in Sunrise. With a Wonderful, Caring, Loving family looking in on her often and giving her all she ever needed.

Mary was a sweet , sweet woman. You were so lucky to have her as long as you did, Many memories -

I have moved again a year ago, still in West Kelowna. I now look out at the 7&8th hole of the Two Eagles golf course.

Would love to be included if or when you may hold a celebration of Mary.

Sincerely, Shelley Lyon
Nov 05, 2018
I'm very sorry that your Mom has also passed away only a few weeks after my Mom at Glenmore Lodge. They were neighbours and friends there, sharing a dining table, visiting in the lounge and now in Heaven. We all shared this special time in their lives together. We'll miss our Moms forever but have the comfort of many wonderful memories.

Your Mom was a lovely lady.

Maureen
Nov 05, 2018
Steve and I send loving thoughts to all of the family. We have very fond memories of both your mom and dad! When we were first married back in 1973-74 we lived in Prince George and they were our rocks! Aunt Mary was a great lady who will be missed!

Steve & Daylene
Nov 05, 2018
Hi Kathy,

First time I have EVER looked at the obits on Castanet or anywhere else. Obviously a sad loss but to make it to 99 was a bonus for her and all the big family. Best wishes as you heal and move forward.

Wayne Evans
Nov 05, 2018
Kathy, Ann and Lorene,

I was so very fond of your sweet Mom on my daily visits to Glenmore Lodge. Always a hello and a sweet smile for me. I will not only miss Mary but also the three of you as we became like family this past 18 months. God's speed my dear.

Kacy