OBITUARY
Bertha Margaret Walker
September 25, 1933 – July 7, 2018
Born Bertha (Bert) Margaret Baumgartner in Kendal Saskatchewan, Bertha passed away peacefully in New Westminster, B.C. with her family by her side. A dedicated mother, grandmother, great grandmother, business woman, golfer, world traveler, tap dancer, singer, avid reader and author, Bert served as an inspiration to not only her children, family and friends; but also to the many people she helped over the years with her supportive guidance, charity and volunteer work. She loved having a great conversation to exchange thoughts and ideas; and was always willing to take on a project or give of her time and knowledge to others. Never one to slow down, Bert started her own newspaper and magazine company in her 50s which has continued as a family business to this day; and achieved a life- long goal at the age of 80 with the publication of her book ‘Love at First Sight’. Admired for living a purposeful and interesting life, she was welcoming to people of all backgrounds and a loyal friend to many. Known to have an insightful saying for almost every situation, Bert would often comment « Life is for the Living »; and she did that to the fullest. She will be so very deeply missed by us all. Bertha leaves to mourn her sisters; Brigid Chisnall, Monica Stachoski, Rhonda Madaski (Brian) and brother Jerome Baumgartner. Children; Elaine Fontaine, Brenda Beaton (Ron), Sherry Washington (Noah), Denise Ahmad (Kameran), Dean Washington (Brenda) and Mark Washington (Joanne). Grandchildren; Megan (Niegel), Jessica (Matt), Alex, Riley (Luke), Courtney (Nathan), Nathan, Vanessa and Rihana, her great grandson Louis as well as many other relatives, nieces, nephews and long time friends. Donations in-lieu of flowers to Amnesty International and Christian Children’s Fund. Special thanks to the staff at Royal City Manor and Fraser Health.
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Amnesty International
Christian Children’s Fund of Canada
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Bertha Margaret Walker 2018.source
Décès pour la Ville: port-coquitlam, Province: Colombie britanique
